Blast off this June and July and have fun participating in the Summer Reading Program. This all-ages program is a great way to earn prizes just for reading.

Starting Monday, June 10, everyone is encouraged to begin reading and recording the number of hours spent reading. Watch as the hours build and your chances to win prizes increase.

There are special family events on Thursday mornings at 10:00 AM beginning June 20.

We’re hiring! The following positions are available:

Building & Grounds Maintenance
Full-time (40-hour week), permanent position with benefits. Apply at Circulation Desk, 100 E. 4th St., Michigan City, IN 46360

Youth Services Clerk
Part-time (20 hours/week), permanent position. Assist patrons, shelve materials, and assist with programs. Apply at the Circulation Desk, 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360

Circulation Clerk
Two part-time positions (20 hours/week) available. Duties include but are not limited to: checking materials in and out, maintaining patron database, and acting as initial customer contact point. Must be available to work any hours the library is open, including evenings and weekends. Ability to lift 15 pounds or more and be on your feet for a majority of the work time.

Apply at Circulation Desk, 100 E. 4th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360

SlamCamp is back! One crazy week of stories, games, new friends, art, poems, food, music, improv, prizes, and more for middle schoolers will take place June 17-21 at the Michigan City Public Library. Pre-register now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/slamcamp-2019-tickets-61803091711

Monday through Thursday, camp runs from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Friday is a half day, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The SlamCamp showcase event takes place on Friday evening at 6:00 PM. Parents, friends, and family members are all welcome to attend the showcase.

There is a $5 registration fee, which covers all activities, supplies, lunches, and a camp t-shirt. This fee may be waived in cases of financial need.

Find out more…

JSTOR is now available through the library! JSTOR is a digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources. Find resources in Area Studies (African American, Irish, Latin American,etc.), Arts, Business & Economics, History, Humanities, Medicine & Health, Science & Mathematics, and Social Sciences. Only available within the library or through off-site browser pairing. Want off-site access to JSTOR? First, visit the library and go to JSTOR on your device (laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.). You’ll have access to JSTOR outside of the library for the next 30 days using the same device and browser.

Find links to local employers and job search websites, get help with your resume, file for unemployment, and develop work skills.

The Learning Center offers free tutoring for children and adults in reading, math, basic skills, GED preparation, the English language, and college support.

Discover peer-reviewed journal articles, educational sites for kids, legal resources, study guides, and more.

Michigan City Public Library is here to help teachers! We coordinate with you to bring library services and materials to your students. Get access to eBooks and eAudiobooks, library tours, STEAM programs, databases, and more.

Index of obituaries that appeared in the Michigan City News Dispatch and earlier Michigan City newspapers. Covers 1887-present.

Learn about the history of Michigan City and find local history resources, including images, books, audio recordings, and more.

Want to know if the library has a book or ebook before you buy it online? Check out Library Extension, a handy browser extension available for Firefox and Chrome. It will automatically show you whether we have the book/ebook while you browse the Internet. It works on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Goodreads, Google Books, and more! Go to https://www.libraryextension.com to download or find out more.