Libraries


Antrim County is home to five wonderful public libraries. Please click on the links below to go directly to the different library websites.

Alden District LibraryAlden District Library is located in the Helena Township Community Center at 8751 Helena Road, Alden. Hours are Monday 9-5, Tuesday 9-8, Wednesday - Friday 9-5, Saturday 9-noon. Closed Sunday. Regular events include a book club and Mahjong. Educational events are also offered throughout the year.


Bellaire Public LibraryBellaire Public Library - the Village of Bellaire's library is located just south of the downtown district at 111 South Bridge Street. Winter hours are Tuesday through Thursday 10-6, Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-2. Closed Sunday and Monday. Regular events include a children's story hour, Friday morning coffee hour, a knitting club, and a book club.

Central Lake District Library - located near the downtown area of the Village of Central Lake at 7900 Maple Street. Hours are Monday-Tuesday 10-6, Wednesday 10-8, Thursday-Friday 10-6, and Saturday 10-3. Ebooks, audiobooks, and more are available. A book club meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at noon.

Elk Rapids District LibraryElk Rapids District Library has a stupendous view of Grand Traverse Bay and is located at 300 Isle of Pines in the former residence of a town founder. Hours are Monday-Thursday 10-8, Friday-Saturday 10-5 & Sunday 1-5. Ebooks, audiobooks, and more are available. Book club groups meet monthly at the library.


Mancelona Township Library is located at 202 West State Street in downtown Mancelona. Hours are Monday-Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-12. Closed on Sunday. Library cards are available to the residents of Mancelona and Custer Townships for no charge; non-resident library cards are available for an annual fee of $20.