Community Library — Salem Lakes, WI | Hours & Info
🏢 Salem Lakes Public Library · Salem, Wisconsin
Community Library
The Community Library in Salem serves the Salem Lakes area of Kenosha County, offering a welcoming space where curious minds of all ages can discover, learn, and connect. Its mission is to create a sense of community and provide free access to materials and services that improve minds, enrich lives, and fulfill cultural, civic, educational, and recreational needs.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 24615 89Th St., Salem, WI 53168
Phone: (262) 843-3348
Website: communitylib.org
Plus Code: 86JHGVWV+JJ (Salem, WI)
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📖 About Community Library
Serving residents of Salem and Twin Lakes in Kenosha County, Community Library operates two branches — the Salem Lakes branch at 24615 89th St and a second branch in Twin Lakes — both of which are members of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. Salem Lakes residents can borrow materials at no cost, and holders of any Lakeland Library card are welcome at both locations. The library emphasizes being a place where everyone belongs, blending physical and digital collections to support continuous learning. From storytime for toddlers to computer access and interlibrary loan, it functions as a genuine civic anchor for this growing suburban-rural community along the Illinois border.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Two-branch system serving Salem Lakes and Twin Lakes in Kenosha County
- Member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative — cards accepted region-wide
- Free Wi-Fi, public computers, and printing for all visitors
- Community puzzle table and kids section with dedicated children's materials
- Programs for all ages: storytime, book clubs, summer reading, and homeschool resources
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Cardholders enjoy statewide digital resources through BadgerLink, Wisconsin's free online library.
📚 Services
- Free library cards for Salem & Overisel Township residents
- Interlibrary loan (borrow from libraries statewide)
- Public computers and Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying, and scanning
- Meeting and study spaces
- Lakeland Library Cooperative membership (cards accepted at all member libraries)
🎸 Programs
- Storytime for children
- Summer reading program (all ages)
- Book club discussions
- Board game afternoons
- Homeschool resource support
- Adult learning and digital literacy help
📍 Nearby Libraries in Kenosha & Racine Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Salem Lakes Branch address and how is it different from the Twin Lakes Branch?
The Salem Lakes Branch is at 24615 89th Street, Salem, WI 53168, phone (262) 843-3348. The Twin Lakes Branch is at 110 S. Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes, WI 53181, phone (262) 877-4281. Both share the same mission and catalog but have slightly different hours — the Salem branch opens at 9 AM, while Twin Lakes opens at 10 AM Monday through Saturday.
Who can get a free library card at Community Library?
Salem and Overisel Township residents may obtain a card at no cost. Non-residents can apply for a small annual fee. All Lakeland Library Cooperative cards are also accepted at both branches, so if you hold a card from any Lakeland member library you can borrow directly.
Does Community Library have digital resources I can use from home?
Yes. Cardholders have access to BadgerLink (Wisconsin's statewide digital library), which includes eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and research databases. The library also participates in Libby/OverDrive and hoopla for additional eBook and streaming content — all free with your card.
What programs does Community Library offer for families?
The library runs storytime sessions for young children, summer reading programs for all ages, book clubs, board game afternoons, and homeschool support resources. Program schedules vary by season; check communitylib.org or call (262) 843-3348 for current offerings.
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