The library book drop is located on the curb just west of the Palestine Mall’s main entrance. It is intended for returning borrowed items when the library is closed.
Welcome to the Palestine Public Library. We offer access to ideas, information, and experiences through a variety of materials to enrich the lives of residents of Palestine and Anderson County, Texas. Our collection includes high-interest magazines, newspapers, books, audiobooks, DVDs, a Spanish collection, and a Special Collections room with rare books on genealogy and local history. Patrons can also visit our Digital Branch to check out digital eBooks and audiobooks.
We offer a story time for children ages 3 - 5 during the school year and Summer Reading Club is available for all ages during the summer. Onsite information services include computer access for all ages, copy, printing, fax and scanning services, and free Wi-Fi connection. Other free online resources include Texshare Databases, E-Sequels and Ancestry Library Edition, and our online library catalog. Visit us onsite and online and find something for everyone.
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- Automated Due Date Reminder Call
An automated phone call system now calls to remind patrons the day before items are due. We hope this automated reminder will help patrons avoid late fees.
- Fine Balance Policy
The maximum fine threshold is $5.00. Once the fine threshold has been exceeded, patrons must pay their account in full to restore borrowing privileges. - Storytime 10 a.m. Check our Calendar for Dates
Join Ms. Theresa every other Wednesday for storytime for ages 3-5. Check our calendar for future dates and special storytime events.
- Closing Policy
The library doors will be locked and no patrons admitted 10 minutes prior to the posted closing time.
- Library Book Drop
- Friends of the Library Donations
The Friends of the Library accept donations the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month from 12-2 pm in the Friends' Book Room in the mall concourse. Exceptions would be in the case of holidays. Please check our online calendar.
- Friends of the Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Library will be hosting their LAST BOOK SALE OF 2018 at the Palestine Mall on Friday, October 12 th from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and Saturday, October 13 th from 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Tai Chi Classes
Join the library’s Tai Chi club practice sessions on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. & Saturdays at 9:30 am. Tai Chi is a low-impact form of stretch, breathing, and balance exercise for all fitness levels.
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