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Library Leadership Team


The Lake County Public Library is led by a diverse team of people who use their individual strengths and talents to benefit the library. With many years of experience in the administration of library services, each offers something unique and valuable to the operation of our library system.

Carol Daumer Gutjahr, Executive Director
John Brock, Chief Financial Officer
Roddretta Waxton, Deputy Director for Public Library Services
Erika Stolarz, Director of Branch Services

Branch Management Team:

Chris, Merrillville Branch Head
Jon, Cedar Lake Branch Head
Beth, Dyer-Schererville Branch Head
Jane, Griffith-Calumet Twp Branch Head
Heather, Highland Branch Head
Jo, Hobart Branch Head
Kate, Lake Station-New Chicago Branch Head
Michael, Munster Branch Head
Holly, St. John Branch Head

Contact Us via Email
Or write to us at:
1919 West 81st Ave
Merrillville, Indiana 46410

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Upcoming Events
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Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Griffith-Calumet Twp - Meeting Room
The Measure: a small wooden box arrives at your door and it holds your fate inside: the answer to the exact number of years you will... more
The Measure: a small wooden box arrives at your door and it holds your fate inside: the answer to the exact number of years you will live. But what will society choose to do with that knowledge?

Mon, Jan 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Dyer-Schererville - Meeting Room Whole (A & B)
The library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you, all while earning... more
The library is YOUR library. Help your local library create programs and initiatives that help and interest you, all while earning volunteer hours!