Library Information
La Porte County Public Library is the center of community life with a focus on reading, lifelong learning and public involvement.
Vision
The Library exceeds our community’s needs and expectations through innovative services and partnerships. We are known for exceptional customer service. Our locations, both physical and virtual, are centers of excellence, serving as gathering places, and providing high quality materials. We recognize the diversity of our community, and create an accessible, friendly environment for all. We support initiatives and efforts that positively impact the quality of life for all people in La Porte County.
Library Hours & Information
Main
904 Indiana Avenue
La Porte, IN 46350
219-362-6156
Monday 9:00 am – 8:00pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 8:00pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 8:00pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00pm
Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Coolspring
6925 W 400 N
Michigan City, IN 46360
219-879-3272
Monday 10:00 am – 7:00pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 7:00pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 7:00pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00pm
Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Fish Lake
7981 E. St. Rd. 4
Walkerton, IN 46574
219-369-1337
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Thursday 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Friday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Hanna
108 E West St.
Hanna, IN 46340
219-797-4735
Monday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Friday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Kingsford Heights
436 Evanston Road
(P.O. Box 219)
Kingsford Heights, IN 46346
219-393-3280
Monday: 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday – Thursday: 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Friday: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Rolling Prairie
1 East Michigan Street
(P.O. Box 157)
Rolling Prairie, IN 46371
219-778-2390
Monday 10:00 am – 6:00pm
Tuesday 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Union Mills
3727 West 800 South
Union Mills, IN 46382
219-767-2604
Monday 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wednesday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday CLOSED
Friday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Closed Days
New Years Day – January 1, 2018
President’s Day – February 19, 2018
Memorial Day – May 28, 2018
Independence Day – July 4, 2018
Labor Day – September 3, 2018
Staff In-Service Day – October 8, 2018
Veterans Day (observed) – November 12, 2018
Thanksgiving Eve – November 21, 2018 closing at 5:00pm
Thanksgiving Day – November 22, 2018
Christmas Eve – December 24, 2018
Christmas Monday – December 25, 2018
Library Board and Officers
Meet The Library Board
The La Porte County Library’s board consists of a seven-person Board of Trustees, each appointed to a four-year term by various local government entities.
Scott Siefker
President
Term expires 12/31/2021, appointed by:
La Porte Community School Board
Dava Buell
Vice President
Term expires 12/31/2019, appointed by:
La Porte County Commissioners
James P. Dermody
Board Member
Term expires 12/31/2018, appointed by:
La Porte County Commissioners
Gregg Fuhlenbrock
Board Member
Term expires 12/31/2019, appointed by:
La Porte County Council
Karen Ellison
Secretary/Assistant Treasurer
Term expires 12/31/2020, appointed by:
Presidents of School Boards inside the library service district, other than La Porte Community Schools
Sylvia Smith
Board Member
Term expires 12/31/2018, appointed by:
La Porte County Council
Marie Gilliland
Board Member
Term expires 12/31/2020, appointed by the La Porte Community School Board.
Cindy Lane
Treasurer
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