Como Library is a gathering place, a learning portal, an archive, a hub, an information center, a hill country music guide and, most of all, a proud member of its community. Como's public library had beginnings as The Immortelle Book Club in 1902 and a spin off reading circle was formed sometime before 1920 with citizens purchasing and donating books that circulated every two weeks. In 1952, Como
's public library joined the First Regional System. In 1977 the library was dedicated the Emily J. Pointer Public Library at 104 Main Street. In 1995, the library underwent renovations to its current capacity. In addition to a sizable book collection, the library boasts movies, music, newspapers, periodicals, faxing and copying services as well as computer, printer and Internet access including WiFi and meeting room space. The library is a Literary Landmark in honor of noted Mississippi author, Stark Young. Programs include: monthly Scrabble club, UnWind Wednesdays (knit and crochet), Luv That Body Conditioning Class, toddler storytime, Summer Library Program, CATALYST (Como Altruistic Teen and Library Youth Serving Together) programs and Community Read. Partnerships: Como library is proud to work with other non-profit and government agencies. Some of our recent collaborations include work with American Library Association's United for Libraries, Association for Cultural Equity, American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress, Jessie Mae Hemphill Foundation, Mississippi Humanities Council, Como Civic Club, North Panola School District, Son Edna Foundation, Como Parent Teacher Organization, Como Arts Council, Como Historic Preservation Board, Como Main Street Alliance, O.B. McClinton Foundation, Faith Temple Daycare, EDUCATE Learning Center, Panola County Sheriff's Office, The Panolian, The Southern Reporter, Como Friends of the Library and Town of Como.
