Unearth a Story at the Lake Placid Public Library! This summer, we’ll be learning all about paleontology, archaeology, and all sorts of fun things we can dig up. See our full programming schedule, from June 30 to August 7, below to find out more. We hope to see you at the library this summer! WEEKLY EVENTS Tuesdays | Unearth a Program! | 10:00am-11:30am June […]
Who can get a Lake Placid Public Library card? You are eligible for a Resident Library Card if you meet any of the following: • You live within the Lake Placid Central School District • You have lived here for more than six months • You own property within the district and spend at least four weeks total per year at that […]
Purpose The Lake Placid Public Library recognizes that the Lake Placid Central School District includes full‑time residents, property owners, and a significant seasonal and temporary population. This policy ensures equitable access to library services while responsibly stewarding resources funded primarily by local taxpayers. Eligibility for Library Cards Resident Library Card A Resident Library Card shall be issued […]
Thank you for thinking of the Library and for supporting our mission to provide a welcoming, relevant, and well‑cared‑for collection for our community. We value the generosity of our donors and offer the following guidelines to help ensure that book donations align with our collection needs, available space, and staff capacity. Book Donation Policy The […]
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The following passes will be available for the 2026 season. They are located on the top shelf of the periodicals stand in the Main Floor Reading Room. For availability, call 518-523-3200 or check in our catalog using the links below. Adirondack Experience Museum (Coming Soon) Receive 50% off general admissions. Good for 4 adults or […]
The annual Library election and budget vote will be held at the Library on: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All residents of the Lake Placid Central School District are eligible to vote. Ballot Items Voters will elect two candidates to the Board of Trustees and a vote on the Proposed 2026–2027 […]
new titles include recently published works, replacements of beloved titles, and donated books that expand the breadth of our collection New Adirondack and Local Author Titles Spring melt. Foster, Lori Duffy. F FOSThe tenth trail mark. Looby, Mark. F LOOThe Adirondack turkey referee: claiming happiness in a fractured world. Vineyard, Manci. B VINThe Boomerang House: […]
AARP Support Our local AARP Tax Support service has ended. Clinton County AARP in Plattsburgh is still going through 4/15/26. Call (518)314-9762 Websites to Get You Started NY State NY State Department of Taxation has links to file for free online. If you need an extension, start at their Apply for An Extension page. Call […]
(last updated March 24, 2026) The Library shall be administered by a Board of five-nine Trustees elected by the qualified voters of the Lake Placid Central School District for a full term of five years. The elections shall be in such a manner that expirations of terms shall be staggered evenly over a five-year period. To fill a vacancy caused by death, […]
