Elk Rapids District Library

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300 Isle of Pines
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-9979
(231) 264-9975 (fax)
Hours:
Mon-Thu: 10am-7pm
Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm
Sun: 1pm-5pm

About Us

The Library serves residents of the Village and Township of Elk Rapids, Milton & Torch Lake Townships.
Non resident library cards are available.

Welcome
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  • About

    The Library serves residents of the Village and Township of Elk Rapids, Milton & Torch Lake Townships.
    Non resident library cards are available.

    Welcome
    The Elk Rapids District Library is located next to the harbor on beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. In addition to books, we also have audiobooks, DVDs, hot spots, public computers, a library of things, free wi-fi, and outstanding programs, for adults and children. Come check out what's happening at your library!

    About the Island House
    The Elk Rapids District Library is housed in the former residence of one of the town's founding families. For more information, read this article or stop in the library to browse our Michigan and Great Lakes historical collections.

  • Member Events

    Destination Storytime

    Friday Feb 13, 2026
    Bundle up for Destination Storytime and BYOS (Bring Your Own Sled)! The whole family is invited to Townline Ciderworks! ...read more

    Craft Your Calm - DIY Self-Care Workshop

    Sunday Feb 15, 2026
    Join us for a hands-on crafting event where participants will create their own self-care products, including bath bombs, bath salts, and sugar scrubs. ...read more

    Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library

    Sunday Feb 15, 2026
    Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful new knitting day on the porch! All skill levels welcome! ...read more

    Elk Rapids Library After School Program

    Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
    Calling all Trainers! Join us at the library for a Pokémon-filled event featuring games, crafts, and time to talk all things Pokémon. Drop-in and stay as long a ...read more

    Antrim Writers Series - Visiting Michigan Author Teresa Scollon

    Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
    Teresa Scollon is a poet, essayist and educator. Her fourth collection of poems, No Trouble Staying Awake, was published in 2025. Join us for a Reading and Book ...read more

    Antrim Writers Series - Visiting Michigan Author Teresa Scollon

    Thursday Feb 19, 2026
    Teresa Scollon is a poet, essayist and educator. Her fourth collection of poems, No Trouble Staying Awake, was published in 2025. Join us at Grass River Natural ...read more

    Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library

    Sunday Feb 22, 2026
    Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful new knitting day on the porch! All skill levels welcome! ...read more

    Elk Rapids Library After School Program

    Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
    Kids ages 8+ are invited to bring their competitive spirit to ERDL’s first Minute to Win IT Game Night (afternoon) at the library! Fun games, prizes and snacks! ...read more

    Elk Rapids District Library Yarn Swap

    Thursday Feb 26, 2026
    Bring yarn ready to pass along and trade it for something new-to-you. Come squish yarn, swap skeins, share ideas, and enjoy good company with fellow crafters ...read more

    Books On Tap at Townline Ciderworks

    Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
    Books on Tap - join us for small group discussions about “The Dream Hotel” by Laila Lalami ...read more

  • Whom to Contact

    • Pamela Williams
      Director
      P.O. Box 337
      Elk Rapids, MI 49629
      Phone: (231) 264-9979
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