Book Drop Reopens & Curbside Hours Increasing... Starting October 1

We've reopened our book drop at 601. S. Oak St. and expanded our curbside pickup hours on weekday evenings and Saturday afternoons.

Book Drop Now Open

You can now return books 24/7 using the book drop just inside the gate at our temporary location at 601 S. Oak St. (at the trailers in front of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School). We will also continue to accept returns using ...

Due Dates Resume on October 1

Starting October 1, we will resume the use of regular due dates (which we have been automatically extending since we closed in mid-March due to COVID). Learn more about how to determine when your items are due and how to return them!

Due Dates Resume October 1

Since we closed the library building to the public in mid-March in response to COVID-19, we have been automatically extending all due dates for items checked out before we closed and also for items checked out more recen...

MRSPL Foundation Is Collecting Messages of Thanks for the Library & Staff

The MRSPL Foundation is gathering messages of appreciation and thanks from everyone who loves the library!

So many of us have enjoyed the online story times, book clubs, online classes, the author talk, and more recently the curbside service provided by Mary Riley Styles Public Library.  

Library Support for Racial & Social Justice

Read statements in support of racial and social justice from the Library Director and Board of Trustees. And find resources - including reading lists - on the subject. Learn more...

Mary Riley Styles Public Library Is Going Fine Free!

In an effort to remove barriers to service, we will no longer charge fines for overdue materials starting July 1st, 2020. All previously assessed fines for overdue materials will also be forgiven.

Lost, missing, or damaged materials will remain on patron accounts until those materials are returned or the replacement fee for the material is paid depending on condition. Materials that are 30 days overdue are automatically billed to the patron account...

Information About Library Closure

In response to COVID-19, the library is closed until further notice. Learn more about what library programs and services will be available during the closure.

Library Building Closed, Programs Moved Online, Curbside Service Now Available

• The library building (temporary location at 601 S. Oak Street) is closed to the public until further notice. 
• All programs and events - including offsite programs - have...