Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Library cards give you access to books, movies, music, magazines, video games, ebooks, digital resources, and more. Don't have a library card? Get one and check something out! Log into My Account to renew items;  view your holds; pay bills; place holds; etc. Libraries transform!

Instantly borrow digital movies, music, eBooks, eAudio and more, 24/7 with your library card. Magazines now available thru Overdrive and Libby. Signing up is free and easy.  If you do not have a library card, sign up for a Virtual card on the library catalog website.

hoopla the Library's premiere digital service has even more to offer. Watch for best sellers and in demand popular ebooks and eaudio to join the 950,000 plus digital library in 2021. Available via web, mobile, and more.

The library offers a wide variety of remote services to allow you to connect with your library in a safe and engaging way.

Get to know your library, its history, and the services it provides! Search online databases; learn more about special collections including local history and genealogy; and study aids. Plus library policies, forms, FAQs and more.

Beaver Dam public library service has enriched and sustained the community for over 130 years. Opening in 1884, our library was the first library in the United States to have an "open stacks" policy, allowing borrowers to browse and pick books.

What's happening at your library? Looking for something good to read; a good movie or TV series; a great audiobook with a reader you love; or something totally different? Do we have ideas for you! Library Happenings  is a great place to find out about remote services, digital offerings, virtual & other programming and much more. A Vintage Beaver Dam Blog is also available.

Do you know what your Library offers, beyond books and media? Whether you are starting a business or investigating your family history, into art, we can help. Explore our programs and services to find skill-building resources, virtual programming opportunities, and much more. All ages-adults, children, teens and tweens covered.

The Library offers several ways to connect you with just the right book, music, or movie. Browse our lists, links, newsletters... to see what treasures you will discover!

There's something for every age and stage at the library!

Read, listen, learn, watch and engage with print and digital materials and services for young people.

Trusted home learning resources to support youth and families through life-long education. Elementary, Middle, and High School resources can be found here. If you are just looking for something to do the Boredom Busters content may just fit the bill. Ask a Librarian about our Book Bundle request service your next library visit.

Los recursos de la biblioteca para hispanohablantes están disponibles. Library resources for Spanish speakers are available.

The Library has developed an addendum of best practices to the Library Reopening Plan. The principles of personal safety, risk mitigation, transparency, and industry standards when applicable continue to guide the Library's steps to a return to full-service. 

The Library Board voted to move to Stage 5 at the July 16, 2021 Library Board Meeting.