About SDL

About Saline District Library

The Saline District Library serves approximately 28,000 residents of the Saline Area Schools District, which is comprised of the City of Saline, Saline Township, and parts of Pittsfield, York, Lodi, Bridgewater, and Freedom Townships.

The library houses over 120,000 items, including books, large print materials, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, newspapers, and magazines. Downloadable audiobooks, ebooks, movies, and music are available online. Internet access and online databases provide patrons with the most current information available, and programs and events such as story hours, book discussion groups, summer reading programs, craft workshops, lectures, and more are offered for all ages.

The library is a 33,000 square foot building set on 14 wooded acres in the heart of Saline. In 2016 SDL received one of the community’s first SalineBeGreen awards from the Saline Environmental Commission in recognition of a variety of environmental efforts including the installation of a solar array, maintaining a rain garden, recycling, and hosting educational events on environmentally conscious topics.

Our Mission

Saline District Library ignites a joy of discovery and builds community through resources, opportunities, and new ideas.

Welcoming

Offering an inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels welcome

ACCESSIBILITY

Ensuring spaces, resources, and services for all within and beyond the walls of the library

COMMUNITY

Creating meaningful, customer-focused experiences that engage, reflect, and enhance the community

LEARNING

Encouraging enrichment and lifelong learning through diverse resources and programs

DISCOVERY

Sparking imagination and a sense of wonder that enriches lives

Our Vision Statement

Our vision is a community empowered to discover, connect, and grow.

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Meet Our Team

Karrie Waarala

Karrie Waarala

Library Director

Jessica Lash

Jessica Lash

Assistant Director

Kelly Soerens

Kelly Soerens

Head of Youth Services

Evan Smale

Evan Smale

Head of Adult Services

Arlene Wall

Arlene Wall

Support Services Manager

Ron Andrews

Ron Andrews

Technology Manager

Matt Siegert

Matt Siegert

Facilities Coordinator

Chris Pilarz

Chris Pilarz

Administrative Assistant