Locations FAQs

  • General Questions

    Library hours differ depending on the location. You can find the hours for each location at mykpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations. Additionally, lending machines are available at the Boys and Girls Club and YMCA locations. These machines are accessible in the lobby during the normal business hours of each location.

    The Kenosha Public Library (KPL) provides proctoring services for students who need to take an exam. The policy for this service is as follows: 

    • There is a $20 service fee per exam;
    • The fee is payable by cash, check, or credit/debit card;
    • The library will add any additional mailing or printing costs to the fee.;
    • The examinee will pay all fees on the date of the exam;
    • Students must make arrangements with a KPL librarian and the instructor at least one week in advance;
    • The instructor will email, mail, or fax the exam to the librarian;
    • The student will take the exam under the supervision of the librarian, following the rules set by the instructor;
    • The librarian will not provide continuous oversight;
    • The exam will be emailed, mailed, or faxed back to the instructor; and
    • The library will keep copies for 30 days.

    To schedule a meeting with an exam proctor to discuss your options, please go to Northside or Simmons Libraries' appointment pages. 

  • Library Lending Machines

    Library Lending Machines are self-service stations hosted throughout the city for you to check-out library materials.

    Currently, our Library Lending Machines are housed at the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha and the Kenosha YMCA.

    Books can be returned at any library in Kenosha, Racine, Walworth, or Rock Counties. Book returns are also located next to the Library Lending Machines for your convenience.

    Simply place the book you did not select in the book return next to the Library Lending Machine.

    If you notice any discrepancies on your account, please call us at 262-564-6102. We are happy to help.

    Materials in the Lending Machines can be kept for 3 weeks and are eligible for 2 renewals.

    If there is a title you see in a Library Lending Machine that you would like to pick up at a different location, please visit mykpl.info or call 262-564-6130 to place a hold.

    Please report any Library Lending Machine issues to 262-564-6102.

  • Study Rooms

  • Meeting & Community Rooms

    You can book a meeting room up to three months in advance but no later than seven days before the requested use.

    Book a meeting room.

    We welcome community organizations to use our meeting rooms.

    Guidelines

    Check our Room Use Policy for more information about using these rooms.

  • Kenosha Literacy Council

    The Kenosha Literacy Council offers a wide range of services that help adults acquire the literacy skills they need to become successful students, workers, family members and community citizens:

    • Teach basic reading and math skills to adults.
    • Conduct English language classes for immigrants and refugees.
    • Offer citizenship preparation classes.
    • Provide support and guidance for GED testing.
    • Recruit and train volunteer tutors.
    • Provides ongoing support and resources for volunteer tutors.
    • Help learners access additional education services at Gateway Technical College (GTC).
    • Collaborate with other literacy providers in the community.

    KLC can be reached on their website at kenoshalit.org/contact or call (262) 654-7323.

  • Kenosha Community Media

    Kenosha Community Media is a nonprofit media resource and provider, engaged in the social good and built on relationships, education, awareness, and the generosity of our volunteers, donors, and sponsors. If you're in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, they would like help you to get started in media production and share your message and programming with a wide audience over cable television and the Internet. 

    KCM has several pieces for professional grade video equipment that can be borrowed by KPL card holders in good standing. To begin, you must first complete training with a KCM staff member to learn how to properly use this equipment. 

    KCM's schedule can be found at kenoshamedia.org/schedule.html, and the broadcast on Channel 14. They also have a YouTube channel that has many of the shows they produce. 

    KCM can be reached on their website at kenoshamedia.org/contact.html or call (262) 564-6103.