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The Library is located in Stevensville at the corner of W. John Beers Rd and S Roosevelt Rd. We are right next to the Lincoln Charter Township Hall. Click here for a map & directions to the Library.

CONTACT US

Main Phone & Circulation (call this number for renewals)

(269) 429-9575

Renewals and Holds
The library is NOT able to renew or hold items via email. Please call or stop by if you need assistance. You may also renew or hold items (only items that are not currently available may be held) online with your library card by clicking MY ACCOUNT.

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Departments
Information and Reference Children's Department Teen Services Interlibrary Loans
Denise Donavin Lila Toney Hollie Ayres Agatha Krueger

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LIBRARY ROOMS & EQUIPMENT

*Room Reservations Note: Library programs take precedence over other reservations. Re-occurring meetings may be asked to move if the room is needed for Library use.

Lawrence Room/Quiet Reading Room

These rooms are available for reservation by non-profit groups whose goal is to enrich the community. They are public domain and the group is not guaranteed privacy. They are not open to private parties (i.e. showers, reunions) or where the use may result in financial gain for an individual, company, corporation, or group. Application and approval is required prior to the meeting date(s). Please visit the circulation desk for an application.

The Lawrence Room

This room holds up to 75 people. This is the only meeting room where food is allowed. Those reserving the room may serve drinks and dessert/snack food prepared elsewhere. (Anything more elaborate must be approved by the Library Director.) The kitchenette in the room includes a sink, microwave and refrigerator/freezer. This room is also equipped with a drop down projector screen.

The Quiet Reading Room

This room hold up to 20 people. Food is not allowed in this room. *Tables can be set up at the group's request if necessary. (*The library will assist with setup if possible, but setup is ultimately the responsibility of the group.)

Study Rooms (2)

These rooms are available on a first come, first serve basis, and do not require a written application. Please reserve a room by calling the library or stopping by the circulation desk.

Study Room

Study Room #1 seats up to 6 people, and contains a small whiteboard and an overhead transparency projector

Study Room #2 seats up to 10 people.

Listening Stations

In one of five listening stations, you may listen to music or a recorded book on CD. Headphones are available at the Information desk. (A library card or Michigan ID is required.) Discs are played by the staff at the circulation desk

Patron Snack Room

Snack Room

You may enjoy a snack or drink while reading a book or magazine in the snack room. Vending machines are available.

Outdoor Courtyard

The landscaped courtyard is a perfect place to have lunch, read a book, stretch your legs, or just view the library sculpture and historic artifacts.

Equipment

  • Multimedia projector - This can be connected to a DVD or VHS player, as well as a computer. These Users must provide appropriate cables to connect their equipment.
  • Portable PA System (microphone with speakers)
  • Overhead Projector for Transparencies
  • Portable Projection Screen
  • Slide Projector
  • 16mm film projector
  • Film strip projector
  • Easel for paper pad (provided) or whiteboard (not provided)

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Employment Opportunities

Library Director Job Description


Progressive library in Michigan’s great southwest seeks innovative, creative individual with MLS from ALA-accredited program to promote and expand use of the library in the community. The desired candidate will have at least 3 years of library administrative experience, ideally at the director level, with demonstrated knowledge of library business and personnel management, and strong communication skills to work with a staff of 18 FTEs, patrons, volunteers, and community members. Must also have a Level 1 permanent professional certificate from Library of Michigan or be eligible for certification before appointment. The 25,000-sq.-ft. Lincoln Township Public Library is located in Stevensville, Michigan, 90 miles east of Chicago, on the beautiful sunset coast of Lake Michigan (www.lakeshorechamber.org and www.lakeshoreschools.k12.mi.us.)  Serves a growing semi-rural population of 22,000 with high per capita circulation rate. Total collection is 88,000. Stable funding. Annual budget over $1,000,000. Demonstrated ability to evaluate and implement new information technology, grant-writing, knowledge of Michigan library law, ability to effectively delegate responsibilities, and residency in service area highly desired. Salary 50,000+ depending on experience. Benefits negotiable. Submit cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references by September 7 to Director Search Committee, Lincoln Township Public Library, 2099 W. John Beers Rd., Stevensville, MI 49127. Email questions only to searchcommittee@lincolntownshiplibrary.org.

 

LIBRARY BOARD

President - Marion F. Maier
Vice President - David H. Bailey
Treasurer - Robert J. Greendonner
Secretary - Mary E. Sundblad
Trustee - James R. Bednar
Trustee - Jean M. Conklin

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LIBRARY ENDOWMENT MISSION STATEMENT 
Tax deductible contributions may be sent to the Lincoln Township Public Library Endowment Fund. For further information, please contact the director. The purpose of the Lincoln Township Public Library is to meet informational, educational, cultural and recreational needs of the community by acquiring and maintaining a wide variety of materials, providing service to all members of the community in appropriate diverse forms and providing access to those materials and services and to materials beyond the library's own collection.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

Join the Friends of the Lincoln Township Public Library!

The next membership year for the Friends of the library begins April 1st, and enrollment forms are in the library. You may also enroll by sending a check to the Friends of the Lincoln Township Public Library. Clearly indicate that the check is for a Friends membership and address it as follows: Friends of the Lincoln Township Public Library, 2099 W. John Beers Rd., Stevensville, MI 49127. You may join at anytime. However, those joining after May 31 AND ATTENDING THE JUNE BOOK SALE will be assessed a $5 nonrefundable processing fee. No fee will be assessed for those joining before May 31 or after the June book sale.

Friends support and enhance the quality of the library's services and resources by providing funds for programs and purchasing materials and furniture. The Friends of the Library organization is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and memberships are tax deductible.

Support the library by joining the Friends! Membership benefits include a quarterly newsletter, and preview of the annual book sale. Additionally, memberships up to $25 may be redeemed for used books at the sale. Join the Friends in enhancing the library.

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HOURS
Monday-Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday-Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm