We want to thank the Meredith Foundation for the grant to the library for 2023. It is because of the Meredith Foundation our library is able to provide many things for the community. Coming up on … more

Over the next two weeks, 360° Painting of Tyler will be giving the exterior a facelift. Quitman Public Library is one of the most unique structures in Quitman, and now it will be even more … more

Loss of institutional knowledge afflicts many organizations, and school districts are certainly not immune, with top leadership rotating in and out generally every few years. Even someone who sticks … more

How quickly February has flown by. Here we are in March. Many thanks are due to participating businesses and individuals who made our first Restaurant Week a rousing success. We are so blessed to … more

East Texas is pretty well insulated from issues which can be at the center of discussions in other areas of the country. That is a positive thing. 

And then, on the rare occasion, the world of ‘wokeness’ intrudes. more

It’s here! It’s Restaurant Week in Mineola. Community helping community. This week, Feb. 12-18, participating local restaurants will be offering specials that will benefit the library. more

Here we are in February. Groundhog’s Day. Valentine’s Day. President’s Day. It’s a great month. Please, show the Mineola Memorial Library some love by visiting the local … more

We made it into January! Programs have resumed at the library. Remember, Toddler Time on Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. for 18 month to 3 year olds with their parent/caregiver. Wednesday is Pre School … more

If you happened to be in the stands for Friday night’s basketball games at Alba-Golden High School, yes, one of the referees was 7’2”, and yes, he is former NBA star Greg Ostertag. more

January is National “Get Organized” Month. Near the front desk is a media display of self-help books filled with ideas to help clear, or at least control, the clutter for your new year. … more

Happy New Year! Here’s looking forward to a very happy and enjoyable 2023. Library programs resumed on Jan. 3 with the Toddler Story Time, Book It Crafts with Books and First Tuesday After … more