Shiner Public Library

06/01/2026

We're back for another edition of "What We're Reading", and we're adding our new library assistant Rosa into the series! Looking for something to read this summer but aren't sure where to start? Give one of these books a shot!

PAULA PEKAR, Director:
"Mad Mabel" by Sally Hepworth -- A twist-filled, darkly funny mystery about the two kinds of people no one ever expects to be murderers: little girls and old ladies.
"Daffodil Hill" by Jake Keiser -- For anyone who feels stuck and believes that the greatest love story of all is the one we write with ourselves.

RACHAEL SCHROEDER, Assistant to Director:
"A Beast Slinks Towards Beijing" by Alice Evelyn Yang -- (e-book) A dark, magical realist saga that explores the effects of intergenerational trauma, colonialism, and fate
"Magic and Mischief at the Wayside Hotel" by Elizabeth Everett -- (e-book) When a magical hotel appears in the most unmagical of worlds, the last thing residents expect is to fall in love.

ROSA NEWBY, Library Assistant:
"The Astral Library" by Kate Quinn -- Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.

05/25/2026

Reminder: We are closed today, Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26 at 8 a.m.

05/24/2026

This event is free, but registration is requested! See the link!

Looking for a meaningful, fun, and empowering summer activity for your daughter? 💕

Three dedicated girls from Girl Scout Troop 9508 have been working hard to earn the prestigious Silver Award by creating something truly special for younger girls in our community. Their mission is centered around sisterhood, kindness, confidence, self-love, and teaching girls that their biggest cheerleader can be the girl standing beside them.

To complete their project, the girls are hosting a FREE Positivity Party for girls ages 4-10 at the Shiner Public Library on June 11th from 4:00-5:30 PM.

This event is designed to help young girls build confidence, make friends, express themselves creatively, and leave feeling encouraged and empowered. Girls attending will enjoy:
✨ Positive and uplifting activities
📚 Story time and books read by the girls
🎨 Fun art projects
🍿 Snacks and treats
💕 A chance to connect, laugh, and celebrate girl power together

Not only will your daughter have an amazing time, but by attending she will also help these three hardworking girls achieve their Silver Award goal and make a positive impact in the community.

The event is FREE, but registration is requested so the girls can prepare supplies and snacks. Please register your child at this link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49ACAE29A5F8C16-63749555-positivity

Questions? Text 361-772-4808.

We hope to see lots of smiling faces there! 💖

05/20/2026

The library will close Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen Tuesday, May 26th at 8 a.m.

05/18/2026

** Summer Reading Program registration is full and closed. ** We cannot wait to share our summer with you!

NEEDED: Incoming junior & senior volunteers for our Summer Reading Program! If you can help, please contact our director, Paula, at 361-594-3044.

05/13/2026

There’s still time to register for our Summer Reading Program. Swing by the library soon; space is limited! ❤️

**REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!**

Children PreK4 - completed 4th grade can sign-up for our Summer Reading Program May 1st - May 29th.

To participate, each child *must* have a library card. Cards are issued during regular hours only -- not during programs!

LIBRARY CARDS
1) Bring your ID and address verification to the library during regular hours. For example, driver's license + utility bill.
2) Fill out the information card for your child.
3) A *free* card will be issued.

WEDNESDAY PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
-- June 3, 5:15 pm: Twisty Art
-- June 10, 5:15 pm: The Magic of John O’Bryant
-- June 17, 5:15 pm: Small Wonders Puppet Theater
-- June 24, 5:15 pm: Texas Snakes & More
-- NO PROGRAM Wednesday, July 2
-- LIBRARY CLOSED Friday, July 3rd & Saturday, July 4th
-- July 8, 5:15 pm: All raffles due. No exceptions!
-- July 8, 5:45 pm: FOAM PARTY by “Big Time Bubbles” -- Raffle Drawing -- Reading Certificate Presentation

An informational flyer is available in the library entrance.

05/07/2026

Join us for a complimentary Blood Pressure Clinic, sponsored by Angels Care Home Health, on Friday, May 8th, at 9 a.m. No RSVP needed!

05/07/2026

A few new books had been added to our shelves.

05/01/2026

**REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!**

Children PreK4 - completed 4th grade can sign-up for our Summer Reading Program May 1st - May 29th.

To participate, each child *must* have a library card. Cards are issued during regular hours only -- not during programs!

LIBRARY CARDS
1) Bring your ID and address verification to the library during regular hours. For example, driver's license + utility bill.
2) Fill out the information card for your child.
3) A *free* card will be issued.

WEDNESDAY PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
-- June 3, 5:15 pm: Twisty Art
-- June 10, 5:15 pm: The Magic of John O’Bryant
-- June 17, 5:15 pm: Small Wonders Puppet Theater
-- June 24, 5:15 pm: Texas Snakes & More
-- NO PROGRAM Wednesday, July 2
-- LIBRARY CLOSED Friday, July 3rd & Saturday, July 4th
-- July 8, 5:15 pm: All raffles due. No exceptions!
-- July 8, 5:45 pm: FOAM PARTY by “Big Time Bubbles” -- Raffle Drawing -- Reading Certificate Presentation

An informational flyer is available in the library entrance.

04/29/2026

The annual Summer Reading Program is fast approaching!

Registration (for children PreK4 - completed 4th grade) runs May 1st - May 29th. Children can earn raffles and stickers by reading books from our library, and by completing craft kits, provided at registration. In addition, we have edutainment programs scheduled on Wednesday evenings for all registered children.

To participate, each child *must* have a library card. Cards are issued during regular hours only -- not during programs!

LIBRARY CARDS
1) Bring your ID and address verification to the library during regular hours. For example, driver's license + utility bill.
2) Fill out the information card for your child.
3) A *free* card will be issued.

WEDNESDAY PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
-- June 3, 5:15 pm: Twisty Art
-- June 10, 5:15 pm: The Magic of John O’Bryant
-- June 17, 5:15 pm: Small Wonders Puppet Theater
-- June 24, 5:15 pm: Texas Snakes & More
-- NO PROGRAM Wednesday, July 2
-- LIBRARY CLOSED Friday, July 3rd & Saturday, July 4th
-- July 8, 5:15 pm: All raffles due. No exceptions!
-- July 8, 5:45 pm: FOAM PARTY by “Big Time Bubbles” -- Raffle Drawing -- Reading Certificate Presentation

An informational flyer is available in the library entrance.