News & Updates

The Library’s 20th Anniversary Celebration!
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Come to the library on June 10th at 5:00pm for a celebration of our 20th Anniversary in the new building! We hope to see you there!

Legal Help Drop-In
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As of  May 19th, 2026, our legal help program is back! Get help with your basic legal questions and forms at PLDL. Meet with an advisor on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 10am-12pm, and the 3rd Thursday from 6-7:45pm,

PLDL Monthly Newsletter September 2025
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Community Craft Circle
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Join the Community Craft Circle on the Third Saturday of every month. Drop in to learn sewing basics, get help with mending, or work on your own project. All ages and skill levels welcome. Snacks, drinks, and basic materials provided. Community Room.

PLDL Newsletter August 2025
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PLDL Newsletter July 2025
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July 2025 Newsletter

2025-26 Drafted Budget for Public Review
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The attached 2025-26 Drafted Budget and 2024-25 Budget Amendments will be presented to the Board of Trustees at the May 28th, 2025 board meeting at 7pm. The Public Budget Hearing will occur before the June 25th, 2025 board meeting at 7pm. 2025-26 Drafted Budget and 2024-25 Budget Amendments – Public Draft

Statement on Federal Funding Cuts for Libraries
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The Board of Trustees of the Portage Lake District Library (PLDL) wants to express its deep concern about the March 14, 2025 federal executive order mandating funding cuts for the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which supports vital services for libraries nationwide. These cuts would impact the Michigan Electronic Library (MeL and MeLCat) – a centralized catalog and resource-sharing service … read more Statement on Federal Funding Cuts for Libraries

Library Board Monthly Meeting: Jan. 22nd at 7pm
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The Library’s Board of Trustees hosts their monthly public meeting on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 at 7:00 in the Community Room. To review the prepared agenda. Please head over to our Board & Meeting Minutes page for more information.