Welcome to the Darien Library
The Darien Library is a part of the Prairie Lakes Library System. Prairie Lakes was formed on January 1st, 2023 with the merger of Arrowhead Library System, and Lakeshores Library System. Prairie Lakes consists of libraries in Racine, Rock and Walworth Counties.
Prairie Lakes Library System is a member of SHARE Consortium. Public library cards issued by member libraries are valid at all SHARE libraries in the counties of Kenosha, Racine, Rock and Walworth counties.
To place an Interlibrary loan click on the SHARE screen that says not finding what you’re looking for? Click here to search the state-wide Wiscat catalog.
Try our mobile app!
Manage your account, place holds, renew items, and more with SHARE Anywhere.
BadgerLink provides access to magazines, newspapers and reference resources. It provides online information resources for Wisconsin residents in cooperation with the state’s public, school, academic, and special libraries.
A BIG THANK YOU- We extend our heartelt thanks to George and Rosemary Travis for their unwavering dedication to maintaining our garden areas with such care and attention. Their tireless efforts in planting, weeding, and thoughtfully tending the flower beds have not gone unnoticed. Thanks to their hard work, the gardens look absolutely beautiful they are a true gift to our community!
Prairie Lakes Library System – Ink and Imagination!
Everyone is welcome! Visit any Prairie Lakes Library System library between September 2nd and November 30th to collect passport stickers.
For every 5 libraries you visit, you’ll get one entry into our prize drawing.
Visit all 22 libraries and earn a bonus entry for prizes for every age level. 
You don’ t need a library card, but having one is a great idea – and its free for most Wisconsin residents with Id and proof of address.
Library Hours
Mon: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tues: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wed: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thurs: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday - Closed
Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday - Closed
Curbside Pickup Available
“LIBBY by OVERDRIVE”
Borrow ebooks, audio books, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the libby app by overdrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your kindle ereader.
It’s free and easy to get started for new users and a streamlined experience for current Overdrive app users.
LIBRARY CARD MONTH! A national initiative held each September by the ALA to encourage everyone, children and adults to get a library card and access free educational resources and programs.
To promote the importance of library cards and increase access to library resources for educational development.
- A library card offers free access to a wide range of services including:
- Books, magazines and other media
- Online learning resources and educational apps
- Homework help, technology workshops and Wi-Fi access
- STEAM(Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) programs and activities.
- How to Participate:
- Visit your local public library
- Sign up for a library card if you don’t have one.
- Renew your card if it’s expired.
- Take advantage of the many things available with your card.
Keep Learning!
LANGUAGE IS AN ADVENTURE!
Mango Languages is a website and mobil app that helps people learn vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and culture through every-day conversations.
Included is Little Pim: Kids immersion video language lesson in about 12 languages. Designed for kids ages 0-5.
ANCESTRY
Understand your genealogy. The world’s largest online family history resource can give your library, family history center, school or archive instant access to hundreds of years of history in billions of historical documents and millions of historical photos from all over the world. ONLY available in the Darien Public Library.
Stream, borrow, and enjoy! With Hoopla Digital, you can access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music and more- for free with your library card. Start exploring today!
Available through Badgerlink
Innovative early learning resource for students in grade levels kindergarten through second grade.
HERITAGE QUEST- (Badger Link)
This resource contains unique primary sources, local, and family histories, as well as U.S. Federal Censuses, books cemetery records, city directories, and military records. Coverage dates back to the 1700s so you can find your ancestors and discover a place’s past.
New Books for Adults
New Books for Children
At Your Library
USING OUR LIBRARY!
DIGITAL SERVICES
Darien Library offers a number of free digial services. All you need is a library card!
LIBRARY RESOURCES
Do you want to make copies, send a fax, or research your family history? Maybe plan your next meeting? Darien Library has you covered!
LIBBY by OverDrive
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from Darien Library for free! Libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide.