About Us
Our Mission
The mission of the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library (TCHRTL) is to provide an environment where lifelong habits of learning, self-improvement, and self-expression are encouraged and where patrons can meet their educational, informational and recreational needs.
TCHRTL is a part of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. TCHRTL is located at 117 W Williams St in Howard City and serves the citizens of the Village of Howard City, Pierson and Reynolds Townships, as well as portions of Maple Valley and Winfield Townships within the Tri County Area School District including .
Books, audiobooks, and music CDs are available for 3-week checkout. DVDs are available for 1-week checkout. Most materials, with the exception of some DVDs, are free of charge and available to any patron with a valid library card. Other services available for small fees include copy machine, fax machine, laminator and computer printer. The library has eight public access computers offering free internet and Microsoft Office applications. Library programming is available for children and adults, including toddler/preschool storytimes, book clubs, tween activities and informational classes. View the Events calendar to learn more.
Library Staff
TCHRTL believes in providing knowledgeable and friendly staff. Staff members are continually learning methods and information to better equip them for their jobs. Every effort is made to provide all of our patrons with quality service.
Library Director: Cheryl Smith
Adult Services: Cricket
Youth Services: Autumn
History/Circulation Services: Sallie
Head of Circulation/MEL: Rogena
Circulation Assistant: Lisa
Circulation Assistant: Melinda
Circulation Assistant: Casmira
Circulation Assistant: Emma
Board of Trustees
Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library Board of Trustees meets the third Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm. to conduct the business of the library. View meeting minutes here.
President: Sharon McInnis
Vice President: Mary Ann Wilson
Secretary: Peggy Peterman
Trustee: Paul Rehfus
Trustee: Marjorie Morgan
Trustee: Sara Smith