About us
Library Mission
The Balsam Lake Public Library provides materials, resources and services that enhance and contribute to individual knowledge, enlightenment, and enjoyment creating a vibrant center of our community.
“The library will serve Balsam Lake residents and the surrounding area. Service will not be denied because of religious, racial, social, economic, or political status; or because of mental, emotional, or physical condition; age; or sexual orientation.”
VISION STATEMENT
- A responsibility to offer free library service.
- The Village’s commitment to a municipal library.
- Cooperative efforts with other Village departments, other libraries, and other community organizations.
- Community needs drive our services.
- Emphasizing and encouraging children to read.
- We take a personal interest in ensuring that our services are delivered in a welcoming, convenient and responsive manner.
- Read the BLPL Long Range Plan 2021-2024
WHO WE ARE
Balsam Lake Library Staff
Linda Heimstead, Library Director library@balsamlakepl.org
Rebekah Smith, Adult Services/Administrative Librarian
rsmith@balsamlakepl.org
DeeDee Stevens-Neal, Youth Services Librarian
youthservices@balsamlakepl.org
Alyssa Brown, Assistant Librarian
abrown@balsamlakepl.org
Balsam Lake Library Board Members
Linda Heimstead, Library Director
Britt Williams, President
David Muller
Laura Williams, Treasurer
Heather Stark, Secretary
Aimee Newbauer
Kelsey Gunn
Brianna Schock
Hours
Monday - Thursday ... 10 am - 6 pm
Friday ... 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday ... 10 am - 1 pm
Sunday ... Closed
Balsam Lake Public Library
404 Main Street
PO Box 340
Balsam Lake, WI 54810
(715) 485-3215
library@balsamlakepl.org
"The library...serve[s] Balsam Lake residents and the surrounding area. Service will not be denied because of religious, racial, social, economic, or political status; or because of mental, emotional, or physical condition; age; or sexual orientation."