Final Round of Voting for the Library Mascot!
Get your votes in! Voting ends at 11:59pm on 04/27/2026.
The official Mascot will be revealed during our 20th Anniversary on June 10th.
DISCOVER 
IMAGINE CONNECT
Welcome to the Portage Lake District Library!
Our mission is to inspire the diverse community living in the City of Houghton and Portage Township to discover, imagine, and connect.
The library offers the traditional materials of books, audiobooks, and magazines, along with electronic resources such as eBooks and eMagazines, and services like Libby and MeL.
Check Out These Upcoming Events
Community Craft CircleDate/Time: Saturday, November 15, 2025, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM (Repeats every 3rd Saturday) Calendar blurb: Community Craft Circle: drop in to learn sewing basics, get help with mending, or work on your own project. […]- BASIC: Free Computer & Technology Assistance1st Saturday of the Month, Sept–Dec · 10:00–12:00 PM Do you need help with your digital device? Facing tablet troubles? Windows worries? Mac mysteries? Smartphone snafus? Do you want to learn more about what […]
- Legal Help: Drop-in Hours2nd Saturday of the Month, Sept–Dec. · 12:00–2:00 PM Dates: Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 3 Additional Evening Sessions, Oct–Dec · 5:00–6:30 PM Dates: Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15 Legal Help: Drop-In Hours With Tracey […]
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Regular Hours
Monday-Thursday: 10am-8pm
Friday: 10am-5pm
Saturday: 10am-3pm
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For weather related closures, please check our Facebook page for the most up to date information.
Upcoming Closings
Memorial Day
Monday May 25th, 2026
Monday May 25th, 2026
Juneteenth
Friday June 19th, 2026
Friday June 19th, 2026
Independence Day
Saturday July 4th, 2026
Saturday July 4th, 2026
