Welcome to the East Chicago Public Library.


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The Library's Mission


The East Chicago Public Library System is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its patrons and all of East Chicago's citizens through the exemplary provision of a full range of high quality informational, educational and recreational materials, services, and resources.

Goodies for Grown-ups – Adult Summer Reading Program


The East Chicago Public Library will be hosting “Goodies for Grown-Ups Adult Summer Reading Program” from June 10 through July 26 at the Main Library located at 2401 E. Columbus Dr., and at the Pastrick Branch library located at 1008 W. Chicago Ave. Registration begins Monday June 10.
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2013 Summer Reading Club – Dig Into Reading


 
Registration is under way for the East Chicago Public Library’s Summer Reading Club, a six-week program designed to stretch the imaginations and improve the reading skills of youngsters in preschool through high school.
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We Love Lupe Exhibit



Featuring various works of art in painting, posters, sculpture, photography and much more. The items are on loan from local churches and from the private collections of Mr. Armando Gomez and Mr. and Mrs. Artie Ortiz.
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Dig Into Magic with Magician CR Ryan



Master Magician CR Ryan, who has had a love for magic since the age of 10, and is a self-taught magician, will help kick off the East Chicago Public Library’s Summer Reading Program on Monday, June 17.
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2013 Summer Reading Club – Dig Into Reading


 
Registration is under way for the East Chicago Public Library’s Summer Reading Club, a six-week program designed to stretch the imaginations and improve the reading skills of youngsters in preschool through high school.
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How do I get an East Chicago Public Library card?


A Patron must be an East Chicago, Indiana resident to receive an East Chicago Public Library Card.
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June Book Reviews

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Outreach Reading Centers


Unable to visit the library because of a physical disability, illness or accident that left them homebound? You can still enjoy your favorite books, magazines and audio materials in the convenience of their home. These materials can be delivered to their doorstep for free. For more details call (219) 397-5505 Ext. 19 or e-mail your request to jmartin@ecpl.org.

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The Library's Mission

The East Chicago Public Library System is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its patrons and all of East Chicago's citizens through the exemplary provision of a full range of high quality informational, educational and recreational materials, services, and resources.

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