NO MATTER WHAT LIFE BRINGS,
THE LIBRARY CAN HELP!
Before you browse the internet, browse your library! You’ll find answers and inspiration within our broad collection of free materials – online and on our shelves. That’s the power of sharing.
Click the lists below to borrow books, magazines, digital resources and more to help with life’s big (or little) questions. Need a library card? Apply online at wcls.org/getacard or visit any branch.


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Hygee, Who-ga, Hugah? You may not be able to pronounce it, but you do know you’re ready for cozy. Turn to this list for books, puzzles, and videos that comfort and inspire no matter what winter brings. Retreat to your favorite warm spot and settle into the season with help from the library. That’s the power of sharing.
Enough with the staycations! You’re ready to explore beyond four walls and county lines. Whether you’re building a dream list for future travel or actually putting plans in motion, the library can soothe your travel fever. Learn a language, plan a successful family trip, rough it on the trail, or pamper yourself at a spa. No matter your travel dreams, the library can help. That’s the power of sharing.

You’re leaving home and moving to your own place for the first time. This list of books, eBooks and magazines can help you navigate your new life with ease and style. Whether it’s figuring out a budget, designing your space or learning simple home repairs, you’re not alone … the library can help. That’s the power of sharing.
Ready to get your hands in the dirt and grow something beautiful? Plant yourself here to browse and borrow from rows and rows of gardening books and magazines – all for free with your library card. Whether your thumb is green or more accustomed to texting than planting, garden dreams bloom at the library. That’s the power of sharing.

You’re ready for sunny days and starlit nights. For gatherings with friends or a carefree afternoon – just you and a book. You’re ready for summer. The library can help with books, magazines, digital resources and experiences that capture the season’s carefree vibe. It’s been a long, cold spring; dive right in to this sunny seasonal list!

This year, you want to make it yourself. Explore this list of books and online resources for inspiration and know-how. With help from the library, you can make, wrap and share thoughtful gifts — made by you with love. That’s the power of sharing.

Fire up the grill and spruce up the patio furniture – it’s the season for outdoor living … and the library can help. Our collection of books and magazines is chock-full of affordable design ideas for backyard, patio and porch as well as recipes for fool-proof picnics, stylish spreads and live-fire feasting. Get inspired!