Thornapple Kellogg Community Library
🏢 Lakeland Library Cooperative · Middleville, Michigan
Thornapple Kellogg Community Library
The Thornapple Kellogg Community Library is Middleville's only public library, open to all Barry County residents from its co-location within Thornapple Kellogg High School, and connected to over 50 libraries through the Lakeland Library Cooperative.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3pm–7pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 3pm–7pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30am–1:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 3885 Bender Road, Middleville, MI 49333
Phone: (269) 795-5434
Website: m.sam.llcoop.org
Plus Code: 86JPPG56+MF (Middleville, MI)
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📖 About Thornapple Kellogg Community Library
Thornapple Kellogg Community Library serves Middleville and surrounding Barry County from 3885 Bender Road, co-located within the Thornapple Kellogg High School campus. It is classified as a public library by the Michigan Library Association and participates in the Lakeland Library Cooperative — a regional network linking more than 50 southwest Michigan public libraries. The library holds approximately 28,998 volumes with annual circulation of around 39,000 items, serving a community of roughly 16,881 residents. Residents of Middleville, Nashville and surrounding Barry County townships are all eligible for a free library card. Public hours are limited to after-school and Saturday windows during the school year, expanding to additional Monday and extended Tuesday/Thursday hours during summer; calling ahead at (269) 795-5434 is recommended to confirm the current schedule.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Barry County's only community library for Middleville residents — publicly funded and open to all county residents at no charge
- Member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative — access to 50+ southwest Michigan public libraries with one card
- Collection of approximately 29,000 volumes with 39,000 annual circulations serving roughly 16,881 residents
- After-school and Saturday community hours during the school year; expanded summer hours including Monday sessions
- Connected to MeL (Michigan eLibrary) — free statewide research databases for every Michigan library cardholder
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Thornapple Kellogg Community Library cards unlock Michigan's statewide digital resources:
📚 Services
- Public library card for all Barry County and Middleville-area residents — free
- Shared catalog and interlibrary loan through 50+ Lakeland Library Cooperative members
- Print collection of approximately 29,000 volumes including children's and young-adult titles
- Internet access and public computer use during open hours
- Reference assistance from library staff
🎸 Programs
- Youth programming and summer reading during expanded summer hours
- After-school reading and homework support (Tue & Thu, school year)
- Cooperative reading events with Lakeland member libraries
📍 Nearby Libraries in Barry County & Southwest Michigan
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Thornapple Kellogg Community Library open to the public or is it a school library?
It is open to the public. The library is co-located within the Thornapple Kellogg High School building but is classified as a public library by the Michigan Library Association and the IMLS (Institute of Museum and Library Services). Any Barry County or Middleville-area resident can obtain a free library card and borrow materials. Public hours are separate from school hours — Tuesday and Thursday 3–7pm, Saturday 9:30am–1:30pm during the school year.
What is the Lakeland Library Cooperative and how does it benefit Middleville cardholders?
Lakeland Library Cooperative is a regional network connecting more than 50 public libraries across southwest Michigan. A Thornapple Kellogg card allows you to borrow from any member library, place holds through the shared SAM catalog, and access digital resources including Libby/OverDrive for eBooks and audiobooks.
Are hours different in the summer?
Yes. During summer, the library adds a Monday session (10am–3pm) and extends Tuesday and Thursday to 10am–7pm, giving additional daytime access. The school-year schedule (Tue & Thu 3–7pm, Sat 9:30am–1:30pm) takes effect when school resumes. Calling (269) 795-5434 before your visit is recommended to confirm current hours.
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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.