Light Up The Capitol!

Keeping the Capitol a vital part of the community has long been a...

The Winter Reading Program is COMING!

We love inviting the community to experience the joys of the library and...

Dinosaurs + November = DINOVEMBER!

Several years back, our library programmers began building...

New Resource for Local Assistance

WCPL and the Red Cross just launched a new website designed for local...

Food Trucks & More: Gather at The Fringe!

Come enjoy downtown Bowling Green's newest outdoor hangout spot on...
Exterior of the Capitol at night with green and red lights under the marquee

Light Up The Capitol!

Keeping the Capitol a vital part of the community has long been a...
Winter Reading Program mascot, Barnaby the Polar Bear, holds a deck of cards with the WCPL logo

The Winter Reading Program is COMING!

We love inviting the community to experience the joys of the library and...
A tyrannosaurus rex peers through green foliage with his mouth open showing sharp teeth

Dinosaurs + November = DINOVEMBER!

Several years back, our library programmers began building...
Computer screen with the words "Start Here Warren County"

New Resource for Local Assistance

WCPL and the Red Cross just launched a new website designed for local...
Photo of The Fringe, blue picnic tables under a blue umbrella on green turf in front of the parking garage in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Food Trucks & More: Gather at The Fringe!

Come enjoy downtown Bowling Green's newest outdoor hangout spot on...

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Search the Online Catalog

The Warren County Public Library provides an online resource for searching, reserving, and requesting books. If you need assistance accessing a title, please contact any library location or use our Ask A Librarian Live Chat.

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Library cardholders, rejoice! You’ve got the golden ticket to an amazing collection of books, media, and digital goodies, plus perks like printing, Wi-Fi, computers, and even free fax and notary services (be sure to check availability). Dive in and let the fun begin!

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If you’re a library card holder, you can log on to find out when your materials are due back and get in line for items that you’d like to pick up at any library location.

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A library card is your ticket to checking out anything inside the library as well as digital books, music and video! Bring in a photo ID to get started, or click the link below.

Check Out Our Events

The library hosts events all over the region that are engaging for people in all age groups. Check them out and see which ones fit your interests!

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Going the extra mile.

At our library, we’re passionate about helping kids excel, whether it’s finding the perfect book or article for class or suggesting enriching media for parents. Our dedication shines through in the personalized assistance we provide. 

The Warren County Public Library is proud to provide services and resources to our community.

Book a meeting/study room.

Meeting room spaces are available for public, not-for-profit use. Each room has wireless internet access & may have light refreshments served in them.

Study rooms are available with wireless internet access and may be used up to 4 hrs a day. All rooms require a reservation.

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Capitol Events

Explore the Capitol

The library manages the coolest building downtown: a historic theater that hosts library programs and community events. In addition, it’s home to a small library collection where you can pick up library materials!  Find Out More.

Visit Capitol Books

An attractive, well-stocked used book store located just inside the historic Capitol theater is staffed through the week and during special events by volunteers from the Friends of the Library (FOL). 

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Employment

The library employs service-driven, detail-oriented, tech-minded staff members to provide a high level of customer service to all segments of our community. If you are interested in one of our open positions, apply today.

Friends of the Library

Friends of the Library Warren County (FOL) is a volunteer organization that supports the library in many ways. Members run an annual used book sale, staff the Capitol Books bookstore, and assist with special programs and presentations. They fund special library projects through the year.

What Makes You Tick?

Learn Hands On, check out our resources.

The WCPL’s Maker Space has many ways to learn about the things you love, by doing it yourself. Come in and explore your creative side.

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Want to find out about library programs and special events as soon as they are announced? Then sign up for our email newsletter and be among the first to know. 

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Get real-time assistance; chat online with an on-duty librarian. If we are logged in, you can chat with us. 

Ask A Children’s Librarian

Request an email consultation with a children’s librarian. 

Interlibrary Loan

Request a book not in the collection by searching OCLC’s World Cat database through the library catalog.  

Suggest an Item

Recommend new books, DVDs, or CDs to be added to the library’s collection.

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how can We assist you?

Looking for a quiet study spot or a cozy meeting room? Need notary or passport services? Want to find your next captivating read or chat live with our friendly library staff? Look no further! Our Library Services Page is your one-stop destination for all these offerings and so much more.