HistoryThe library first opened above the Peoples Co-operative store in 1923. It first served the town residents of Wolcott until 1953 when Princeton Township merged with the town. In 1960, the library was able to move into the former location of the Bank of Wolcott at West Market Street. In 1981 a lot was purchased with the groundbreaking held on May 5, 1983. The library has been serving patrons at present location since March 1984. We presently serve over 1,000 residents from the three townships. Our collection has grown to house over 25,000 books, 1,000 DVD materials, 500 audios, and 27 different periodicals. We circulated 13,000 materials in 2017, including e-books. Presently we have 2 Internet computers and 1 laptop for patron use. WI-FI is available for patron's to use. Must have password to connect during library open hours. |
Library StaffDeanna Dreblow- Director Dakota Jackson - Helper with programs and circulation |
Board of TrusteesStan Cook: President |
CollectionsBooks, Newspapers, Magazines, DVD's, Large Print Books, Adult & Juvenile Audio Books, CD's, Pamphlets, Reference Materials Downloadable books Available to : Residents and Non-Residents (who have paid to use our library) Download from Overdrive to your e-reader device or to your computer. Must have a library card and requires a login name and password. Visit Library 1 time to set up. |
For now the Wolcott Community Library is closed to the public until sometime in May. This is subject to change as this is an ongoing effort to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Access to the library’s online services, such as Overdrive will continue to be available without interruption. If need assistance in having access to OverDrive, please call the library. IF you do NOT have a library card and would like to apply for one. Please call the library and we will be glad to assist you in obtaining a library card.
Please check back for updates on this situation as it develops.
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Dear Patrons:
It has been a difficult decision but the Wolcott Community Public Library will be closing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our last day to be open will be Thursday, March 19th. We have not set a date in which we will re-open. When Governor Eric J. Holcomb lifts his order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, we will give a date when we will open.
Any items that are checked out have a due date of April 28th. All late fees during this time will be forgiven. Our digital resources, including eBooks, magazines, and audiobooks will remain available on Overdrive. If you have a green Evergreen card you are able to access Overdrive for free. If you have never signed up for this service please call the library and we will assist you in getting started.
Times to call for assistance are limited to Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. If no one is available when you call, please leave a message and we will call you back asap.
Wi-Fi will be available from our Parking Lot. We just ask that you call the library during the hours listed above. We also ask that you limit access time of 2 hours. This is intended to give Internet access to students and other patrons who need it.
We are sorry for this inconvenience, but the library is committed to keeping its staff, and its community safe and healthy. We will open our doors ready to resume normal activities as soon as we feel it is safe to do so.
Sincerely,
Deanna Dreblow, Library Director and Wolcott Library Board of Trustees
WOLCOTT LIBRARY LOCATED AT 101 E. NORTH STREET
Mailing address:
PO Box 376
WOLCOTT INDIANA 47995
“The mission of the Wolcott Community Public Library is to serve the community by inspiring the lifelong love of reading and learning. The library strives to offer access to varied collections, stimulating programs, provide current technology needs, and a responsive staff in a welcoming environment. Our vision is to strengthen community, develop relationships and encourage collaboration.”
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