News & Updates

Library Parking
Posted in Library News Posted on August 8, 2023

GREAT news !! The library parking lot has been temporarily reopened! The road does not go through, enter and leave by Suomi restaurant.

Join our team as a Substitute Library Assistant
Posted in Library News Posted on August 8, 2023

We’re hiring! Apply to join our team as a Substitute Library Assistant at the Portage Lake District Library. Daytime, evening, and weekend availability required. Both on a planned and on-call basis. For further questions please consult the linked posting below or contact Katrina Linde-Moriarty at katrina@pldl.org or 906-482-4570 ext.110. Substitute Library Assistant – Closes Friday, August 11th, 2023 2023 August Substitute Library … read more Join our team as a Substitute Library Assistant→

All Together Now! Summer Reading Finale !
Posted in Events Posted on August 5, 2023

Join us on Saturday, August 19, for celebration cake, beginning at 1pm. We’ll draw names for the raffle prizes at 2pm. Be sure to get all your reading logs turned in before 1pm if you wish to be included in the drawing! Attendance is not necessary to be included in the drawing, but you must pick up the prize in person.

Kivajat Dancers
Posted in Events Posted on August 2, 2023

Come experience the joy of traditional Finnish folk dance with The Kivajat Finnish American Folk Dance Group on Friday, August 18, from 12 – 1pm. The dancers, ages 4 – 16, do traditional Finnish folk dancing, in colorful, traditional costume.  After the performance at noon, audience members of all ages may try a few dances!   

Hancock Library Annual Book Sale – Friday and Saturday
Posted in Hancock Library News, Library News Posted on August 1, 2023

The Friends of the Portage Lake District Library will be hosting a two-day Used Book Sale at the Hancock School Public Library. The sale will be held Friday Aug. 4 from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday Aug. 5 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Hancock High School at 501 Campus Drive in Hancock. You can enter through the Library door and the sale … read more Hancock Library Annual Book Sale – Friday and Saturday→

Food Education Week: Farm Market Cooking Demos
Posted in Library News Posted on July 26, 2023

Join Margaret, Michael, and Meghan at Houghton, Hancock, Lake Linden, and Calumet markets as they make Quinoa Tabbouleh – featuring the beautiful and ever-so-hydrating cucumber! Samples for tasting will be provided. In addition to learning how to make your own quinoa tabbouleh, we’ll chat about creative ways to use cucumbers and dive into why this dish is excellent fuel for our bodies! … read more Food Education Week: Farm Market Cooking Demos→

DnD One-Shot (Teens/Tweens)
Posted in Events, Teen, Youth Posted on July 17, 2023

Calling all green and veteran adventurers. Join us on Saturday, August 5, from 11am – 2pm for the ‘Squirrel Scouts’, an overnight camping trip on the edge of the Enchanted Forest with our very own Game Master Katrina! All supplies are included and snacks will be provided. Sign-up to save your spot at the library: mstanitis@pldl.org

Stand Up Paddleboard DEMO : RESCHEDULED
Posted in Adult, Events, Youth Posted on July 17, 2023

Join us on Wednesday, Aug 2, from 6 – 7pm for a SUP demo and brief instruction with Portage Paddle Sports and stick around for a group paddle! Will be held at Kestner Park, weather permitting. Please check the PLDL website/Facebook if weather looks suspect. We have 20 spots, first come first serve. Minors MUST be accompanied by parent.  Please register at: … read more Stand Up Paddleboard DEMO : RESCHEDULED→

STORYPLAY! with Jennifer Strauss
Posted in Library News, Youth Posted on July 10, 2023

Join Storyteller, Jen Strauss on Saturday, July 29, from 1 – 2pm as We Sing Our Way through Stories, Tell Our Way through Songs, and Play Our Way through Story Games where everyone belongs! Join Jen for this Narrative Adventure designed for school-age kids and their families. Go home with a colorful friendship bracelet that you weave with a partner!