Temple Public Library

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The mission of the Temple Public Library is to strengthen and enrich the community by providing assistance and instruction in locating and evaluating information needed for self-directed personal growth, satisfying leisure experiences, and cultural understanding.

Summer meals are back at the Temple Public Library!From June 1 through July 31, we’re teaming up with Temple ISD to keep...
05/29/2026

Summer meals are back at the Temple Public Library!

From June 1 through July 31, we’re teaming up with Temple ISD to keep kids fueled and ready for summer fun. Join us on the 3rd floor in the McLane Room, Monday through Friday.

Breakfast: 8:30–9:30 AM
Lunch: 12–1 PM

All children ages 0–18 are welcome, and no Temple ISD enrollment is needed to participate. Parents are welcome to purchase plates as well.

Stop by, grab a meal, and make the library part of your summer routine!

Get ready to dig into summer fun on June 6 from 9–11 a.m. at the Temple Public Library Summer Reading Kick-off Party!Bri...
05/22/2026

Get ready to dig into summer fun on June 6 from 9–11 a.m. at the Temple Public Library Summer Reading Kick-off Party!

Bring the whole family for a morning packed with hands-on fun, creativity, and discovery. Enjoy a Fossil Dig Adventure Show by Bestie Wonderland, bounce houses, tasty treats from the Dig Café, and a Community Geodes Art Project.

While you’re here, kick off your Summer Reading Adventure by signing up for the Summer Reading Challenge. It’s open to all ages, and you can earn prizes all summer long just for reading.

Stop by and start your summer with a great book!

♣️ Ready to get creative this Saturday? ✨Join us for Altered Art Deck: A Yearlong Craft Challenge on May 23 from 9 AM–No...
05/21/2026

♣️ Ready to get creative this Saturday? ✨

Join us for Altered Art Deck: A Yearlong Craft Challenge on May 23 from 9 AM–Noon! Each month features a new theme or technique as you transform ordinary playing cards into tiny works of art you can collect and take home. 🎨🃏

Whether you’ve attended before or are brand new, you’re welcome to jump in anytime.

🖌️ All supplies provided
📍 Ages 18+
🆓 Free to attend
📅 Saturday, May 23 | 9 AM–Noon

05/20/2026

The rumors are true 😉

Summer volunteering is officially happening at the Temple Public Library! We are now accepting youth volunteers ages 12–18 for the summer. 📚☀️

Parents, this is a great opportunity for students who:
• Need service hours for school
• Want to learn more about the library
• Want to help with fun summer programs and events
• Want to make a positive impact in the community

Teen Volunteer Orientation will be held on Saturday, June 13 from 1–3 PM for volunteers to learn more about the program. This is a come-and-go event, so feel free to stop by anytime during orientation hours!

Interested? Fill out the interest form at exploretpl.com/volunteer

05/11/2026

DID YOU KNOW? Your library card also gives you access to CloudLibrary — where you can browse, borrow, and enjoy tons of audiobooks anytime, anywhere! 🎧📚

Have questions? Ask a librarian next time you stop by about CloudLibrary (we promise we won’t narrate to you… 😉)

Fairy tales… but make it a little chaotic 😄What happens when the Gingerbread Man is on the run and Chicken Licken thinks...
05/07/2026

Fairy tales… but make it a little chaotic 😄

What happens when the Gingerbread Man is on the run and Chicken Licken thinks the sky is falling? They end up in Storyville and things get interesting fast.

Join the Uncommon Characters Youth Drama Club for a fun, interactive show where familiar characters like the Little Red Hen and Gingerbread Man need your help to save the day. Expect laughs, surprises, and a chance to be part of the story 👀

Join us on May 21
Two performance times to choose from: 10:00 AM or 5:30 PM
3rd Floor McLane Room. FREE and open to all ages 🎭

(Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock,
Illinois. Author: Lorraine Thompson)

05/06/2026

Just a friendly a reminder that there is still time to join a reading challenge and log all of your books before the year is over!

Visit temple.beanstack.org to get started. ✨

Your next creative challenge is in the cards. ♣️✨Join us May 23 from 9 AM–Noon for Altered Art Deck: A Yearlong Craft Ch...
05/05/2026

Your next creative challenge is in the cards. ♣️✨

Join us May 23 from 9 AM–Noon for Altered Art Deck: A Yearlong Craft Challenge. Each month brings a new theme or technique as you turn an ordinary deck into a one-of-a-kind collection of mini artworks to take home.

New attendees are always welcome—jump in anytime.

All materials are provided at no cost!
Register to save your spot. Ages 18+

Travel back in time with us on June 6 from 9–11 AM for a prehistoric party at the Temple Public Library 🦕Bring the whole...
05/04/2026

Travel back in time with us on June 6 from 9–11 AM for a prehistoric party at the Temple Public Library 🦕

Bring the whole family out for a morning of hands-on fun, creativity, and discovery for curious kids and their grown-ups. Enjoy a Fossil Dig Adventure Show by Bestie Wonderland, bounce houses, tasty treats from the Dig Café, and a Community Geodes Art Project ✨

Several special guests will also be joining the fun, including the Railroad Heritage Museum, bringing a ride-on train for kids 🚂

While you’re there, kick off your Summer Reading Adventure by signing up for the Summer Reading Challenge and earn fun prizes all summer long.📚 Stop by and start your summer with a great book!

Free Comic Book Day powered by Temple Texas Tabletop , is happening until 3pm today. Come out to the Temple Public Libra...
05/02/2026

Free Comic Book Day powered by Temple Texas Tabletop , is happening until 3pm today. Come out to the Temple Public Library and join the fun. We've got comics, crafts, and tons of gaming!

See you soon! 💥

Address

100 W Adams Avenue
Temple, TX
76501

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+12542985555

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