PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Programs

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Activities for All Ages 

All library programs are free and open to the public. Learn about library activities by visiting the Early Childhood, Elementary, Tween, Teen, Adult, and Childcare Group webpages below, or request a group library tour or visit from library staff to your organization or school.

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Support Library Programs

The Friends of the Tyler Public Library is a 501(c)3 all-volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the Tyler Public Library by providing funds and programs that would not otherwise be possible. Learn more about the Friends and how you can support Library programs!

The Friends have been able to provide a variety of enhancements to the library including:

  • Enhanced children's story time activities & supplies
  • Special speakers & performers
  • 3D printer & supplies
  • Reading programs & prizes
  • Public copiers - includes free scan to USB service
  • Seed library upkeep
  • Programming supplies
  • And so much more! 

Program Survey

Let us know how we're doing by taking our Program Survey.

Library Calendar

Winter Reading Challenge

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Ring in the new year by taking on Tyler Public Library’s Winter Reading Challenge. Log your reading and win rewards! The Library’s Winter Reading Challenge will kick off Monday, Dec. 14 and end Friday, Jan. 15.

Winter Reading Challenge Kickoff

Dec. 14 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Sign up for the challenge and join Library staff for kickoff activities, including collecting a chocolate treasure coin, playing Dragon I-Spy, picking up a take-home Pipe Cleaner Ice Dragon Craft Kit, taking a picture in the photobooth with Ember the Ice Dragon, and picking up a Mouse House Craft Kit or Crazy Cocoa Kit! 

Challenge and Rewards:

Children, tweens, and teens age 0 to Grade 12 are challenged to read 6 hours. Those who complete the challenge can choose a free book to keep from a selection provided by The Friends of the Tyler Public Library. They will also have their name entered into a raffle to win a coupon for the Library’s 3D printer valued at $3, $5, or $10.

Adults age 18 and older are challenged to read 3 books. Those who complete the challenge will receive a free book coupon to use in the Library’s Book Nook. They will also have have their name entered into a raffle to win a coupon for the Library’s 3D printer valued at $3, $5, or $10.

Signing Up and Logging Time Read:

Sign up for the Winter Reading Challenge by visiting www.tpl.beanstack.org or click on the Beanstack reading log link at www.TylerLibrary.com. Patrons may register as an individual, family, class, or group. Hours or books read may be logged beginning Dec. 14.

 

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