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Book Clubs @ Your Library! Our book clubs are always open to new members.

There are groups for just about every reading interest. Fiction, non-fiction, genre fiction, multiculturalism, bestsellers, old favorites and more.
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Outreach Services

The Lima Public Library is always looking for ways to connect with our community. If you're not able to visit the library frequently, take a look at our outreach service options.

Homebound Delivery Services
Can't make it out of the house regularly, but love getting library materials? Contact us about our homebound delivery service options. We'll drop off items to you once a month and collect them again when we bring a fresh supply. Contact Lora Capps at 419-228-5113 ext. 1 with any questions or to get signed up.​

Hoopla

Would you like to stream music, movies, television shows, and audiobooks? Try Hoopla online or download the free app!

WiFi Hotspot

Lima Public Library recognizes the value of internet access to those in our community. Thanks to funding provided by the Lima Library Association we are able to lend mobile hotspots for your use. 

Library of Things

You can borrow more than books and movies! The library has many unusual items available for you to borrow, most of these items were purchased with funds donated by the Lima Library Association. Questions about these items? Contact the Reference Desk at 419-228-5113 ext. 1.

Lima Library Ambassadors

Library Ambassadors value the library and promote its resources and services to other members of the Lima/ Allen County community. 

Library Ambassadors:​

  • Suggest ways for the library to improve based on feedback they hear from members of the community.​

  • Promote library events to people in their social circle and encourage attendance to others who would enjoy the event.​

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