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Elk Rapids District Library

Elk Rapids District Library
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Hours:

Mon-Thu: 10am-6pm (7pm April-October)
Fri: 10am-5pm
Sat 10am-3pm
Sun: 1pm-4pm

About Us

The Library serves residents of the Village and Township of Elk Rapids, Milton 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.

Highlights

Events

Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library
  • Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful knitting day on the porch! Ages 10+
  • Sunday Apr 19, 2026
ERDL Monthly Volunteer Social
  • Celebrate Earth Day! Help clean up the library grounds, enjoy the warming weather, show some love to the Earth, and welcome spring.
  • Sunday Apr 19, 2026
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
Stress Management - A Class with Diane Butler, RN
  • Join us at the Elk Rapids Library for a class on Stress Management. Diane Butler is a registered nurse, certified in holistic health.
  • Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library
  • Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful knitting day on the porch! Ages 10+
  • Sunday Apr 26, 2026
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
ERDL Spring Book Folding
  • Craft your very own folded book vase and top it off with a beautiful floral arrangement. We’ll provide all the supplies and step-by-step guidance.
  • Saturday May 2, 2026
Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library
  • Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful knitting day on the porch! Ages 10+
  • Sunday May 3, 2026
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
Books on Tap at Waterfire Vineyards
  • Join us at WaterFire Vineyards on Tuesday, May 12th for Books on Tap! We'll discuss “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi while we enjoy local wine.
  • Tuesday May 12, 2026
Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library
  • Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful knitting day on the porch! Ages 10+
  • Sunday May 17, 2026
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
ERDL Foodie Book Club
  • Join a book club for foodies! Stop by the library to pick out a recipe from ''Let's Make It'', make your dish and bring it to our meeting.
  • Wednesday May 20, 2026
Antrim Writers Series - Visiting Michigan Author Katey Schultz
  • Join us for a free reading and book signing with Katey Schultz at Bee Well Meadery in Bellaire.
  • Wednesday May 27, 2026
Antrim Writers Series - Visiting Michigan Author Katey Schultz Fiction Writing Workshop
Sunday Knitters at the ER District Library
  • Join our resident knitter, Kate Husband, for a delightful knitting day on the porch! Ages 10+
  • Sunday May 31, 2026
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library
Chess Mondays at the Elk Rapids District Library

Rep/Contact Info

Pamela Williams
Director