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Welcome to Westlake Porter Public Library!

Westlake Porter Public Library is an independent public library serving the residents of the city of Westlake, western Cuyahoga County and eastern Lorain County. Anyone who lives, works, owns property, or goes to school in Ohio can register for a free library card.

Sign Up for a Library Card

Use this online form to sign up for a new library card account.

  • A valid email address is required to use the online application.

  • Your new temporary card number will work immediately with all of our digital platforms. You will have access to eBooks, digital media, and other online resources. Read about them on our Download & Stream page and our Databases & Subscriptions page, and visit us on social media for announcements. Some library vendors are enhancing services to help those who are staying at home, so check Facebook and Twitter for announcements.

  • Temporary cards issued during our current closure will remain active for several weeks after we reopen, to allow plenty of time to convert your account to a more permanent library card number.

  • When the library opens, you will need to bring in a valid photo ID with your current address to convert your account to maintain access to all of our services. If your photo ID does not show your current address please bring along a piece of mail, a check, or another item that shows your current address.
 

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Address
27333 Center Ridge Road
Westlake, OH 44145
Tel: (440) 871-2600
Fax: (440) 871-6969
Frequently-asked questions
  • General
    • Is Westlake Porter Public Library part of the Cuyahoga County Public Library system?

      No, Westlake Porter Public Library is an independent library, not part of the county system.

    • Is it a hassle to get a library card?

      No, library cards are issued while you wait (with current photo ID). You do not need to be a Westlake resident to be issued a card. Anyone who lives, works, owns property, or goes to school in Ohio can get one. You just need verifiable current identification. You can even fill out the application online.

    • What should I do if my card is missing?

      Patrons are asked to notify the library immediately when a card is lost or stolen (to protect the patron).

    • What are your hours?

      Our regular hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, Friday and Saturday we are open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sundays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. We are closed for some major holidays throughout the year.

    • Do I need my driver's license to register to vote?

      No, all you need to do is fill out the form.

  • Borrowing
    • How many items can be checked out on a card at a time?

      A single card can have up to 75 items on it.

    • How long are the loan periods?

      Three (3) weeks for most materials, except some new and high-interest items that go out for 7 days, such as new adult fiction DVDs and Blu-Ray discs, Express copies of best-selling magazines and books, and video games.

    • Can I renew?

      Yes, materials can be renewed six (6) times (except Express items) for their normal loan period and may be renewed in person, over the phone or online through our Web catalog, however, if an item is on hold it cannot be renewed.

    • What should I do if I lose a book?

      Patrons are asked to notify the library if materials are misplaced— the library will renew material if possible.

    • What can be returned in the book drop?

      Most anything can be returned in the book drop unless there is a label indicating otherwise. Even overdue materials may be returned there, and fines may be paid later.

    • How much are fines and when do they have to be paid?

      WPPL is fine free. Library card accounts will still be suspended if:

      • Materials are not returned within three weeks of the due date for most materials, one week for select materials
      • Fees for lost or damaged materials are unpaid
      • Total fines accrued before fines were eliminated exceed $10
      • 10 or more items are overdue

      Borrowers will be billed for replacement of damaged or lost materials.

      There are fines for SearchOhio/OhioLink items in the amount of $0.50 per day overdue.

    • Can I return my books at other libraries, even though WPPL isn't part of CCPL?

      Yes, materials may be returned to any public library in Ohio. A cooperative service delivers these materials back to their home libraries. There is no charge for this service. Items borrowed through SearchOhio or OhioLINK must be returned to WPPL.