Chippewa River District Library
🏢 Chippewa River District Library System · Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Chippewa River District Library
The Chippewa River District Library's Veterans Memorial Library in Mount Pleasant serves Isabella County from a spacious main building at 301 S University Avenue — open seven days a week and open until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday for working families and Central Michigan University students and community members alike. The system also reaches rural Isabella County through four branch locations in Rosebush, Shepherd, Winn, and Blanchard.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9am–8pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | 9am–5pm |
| Sunday | 1pm–5pm |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 301 South University, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone: (989) 773-3242
Website: crdl.org
Plus Code: 86MQJ62F+WR (Mount Pleasant, MI)
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📖 About Chippewa River District Library
The Chippewa River District Library System (CRDL) is the public library system for Isabella County in the lower peninsula of Michigan, headquartered at the Veterans Memorial Library at 301 S University Avenue in Mount Pleasant. The system operates five locations: the main Veterans Memorial Library and branches in Rosebush (Faith Johnston Memorial Library), Shepherd, Winn (Fremont Township Community Library), and Blanchard (Tate Memorial Library). Mount Pleasant is home to Central Michigan University, and the public library complements the university town's academic energy with rich community programming, genealogy and local history resources, and a broad circulating collection of books, films, audiobooks, and magazines. Through MeLCat, the statewide Michigan interlibrary loan network, cardholders can request items from libraries across Michigan. The library also participates in the Michigan Activity Pass program, providing free or discounted admission to state parks, cultural institutions, and recreation areas.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Veterans Memorial Library at 301 S University Ave serves as the system headquarters, open seven days a week
- Five-branch district serving all of Isabella County, including branches in Rosebush, Shepherd, Winn, and Blanchard
- Michigan Activity Pass program — borrow a pass for free or discounted access to state parks and cultural venues
- Open until 8 p.m. Monday–Thursday, and Sunday afternoons 1–5 p.m. for flexible community access
- MeLCat statewide interlibrary loan: request items from libraries across Michigan with your CRDL card
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
CRDL cardholders can borrow eBooks, stream media, and access databases free through Michigan's statewide digital collections:
📚 Services
- Michigan Activity Pass for free/discounted admission to state parks and cultural venues
- MeLCat statewide interlibrary loan network
- Curbside pickup service
- Public computers with internet access and free Wi-Fi
- Print, copy, scan, and mobile printing (print from your phone)
- Meeting room reservations at the main library
- Genealogy and local history research databases
🎸 Programs
- Story learning and storytimes for young children
- Book discussion groups for adults
- Technology instruction classes
- Virtual author talks and community lectures
- Summer Reading Club for kids, teens, and adults
- Health and wellness community programs
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many branches does the Chippewa River District Library System have?
The system operates five locations: the main Veterans Memorial Library at 301 S University Ave in Mount Pleasant, plus the Faith Johnston Memorial Library in Rosebush, Shepherd Community Library, Fremont Township Community Library in Winn, and Tate Memorial Library in Blanchard. Your CRDL card works at all five branches.
What is the Michigan Activity Pass and how do I get one?
The Michigan Activity Pass is a statewide program that lets library cardholders borrow passes for free or discounted admission to Michigan state parks, nature centers, and cultural institutions. Ask at the CRDL main branch circulation desk or visit crdl.org to see currently available passes.
Is the library open on Sundays?
Yes. The Veterans Memorial Library in Mount Pleasant is open Sunday 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Thursday the library stays open until 8 p.m., and Friday–Saturday hours are 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Can I access MeL (Michigan eLibrary) with my CRDL card?
Yes. A Chippewa River District Library card gives you free access to Libby/OverDrive through the Michigan eLibrary (MeL) statewide system, including eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines. You can also use MeLCat to request physical items from libraries across Michigan.
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📜 This library has genealogy & local-history resources. See how library family-history research works and find other libraries with genealogy collections genealogy libraries by state.
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