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Under the guidelines and protocols issued by Governor Abbott, the Paris Public Library will observe the 50% of occupancy guideline, so we ask for your patience as we limit the number of patrons in the library during this transition back to operations. We ask that our patrons entering the library limit their time in the building, maintain social distancing, wear face coverings, and wash or disinfect their hands upon entering the building. If they have signs or symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath of difficulty breathing we ask that they remain at home for their well-being and the community. The curbside book service will continue to be available. You may call (903) 785-8531 or email parispubliclibrary@paristexas.gov to request items for checkout.
Additionally, access to the public computers will be limited to one hour of use per patron per day and four patrons at any one time. Reservations for computer use may be made by calling the library at (903) 785-8531.
Library Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Loan Periods
| Loaned Item | Length of Loan |
|---|---|
| Books | 3 weeks |
| Audio Books | 3 weeks |
| Best Sellers | 1 week |
| Videos | 1 week |
Library closed for Independence Day
The Paris Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day, with the 3rd being the official holiday for City of Paris employees. We will re-open on Monday, July 6th at 9:00 a.m.
Adult Summer Reading Challenge
The 2020 Adult Summer Reading Challenge is open to Paris Public Library cardholders age 18 and up. Win prizes such as books or reading-related gifts. Click here for more information and to download the official reading log.
Story Time and Children’s Events Cancelled
All story times and children’s events have been cancelled until further notice. However, we do have online shows and events for kids. Check out our Just for Kids page for details.
See Children’s Page for more info
Help prepare your preschooler for kindergarten and beyond by introducing key concepts in math, science, social studies, language, literacy, art and music. Miss Humblebee’s Academy is the only online solution that helps children learn while having fun AND provides parents with tools to measure their child’s progress. Go to the Just for Kids page for more details. Click here for printable flyer (PDF).