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The library is reopen normal hours today Thursday, January 29th!


The Library will NOT be charging any fees for items DUE between January 23 - January 28 due to weather. 


Enjoy our Programs and Events Flipbook

About the Melissa Public Library

The Melissa Public Library strives to offer the best possible service to our patrons. The mission of the Melissa Public Library is to enrich the community by providing resources to aid in the pursuit of information and provide recreation and cultural enhancement using print, various media products, electronic access, and planned quality programs available to all. The Melissa Public Library adheres to its logo: a global reach with local touch.

Awarded the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association's Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award 2 years in a row!

Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award 2024 and 2025

Melissa Public Library has been awarded by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association the 2025 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award! This will be the second year that the Melissa Public Library has achieved this award. 

Of the 516 public library systems in Texas, we are proud to be one of only 101 libraries to receive this award.  This recognition places your local library amonth the top 20% of libraries in the state and reflects a shared commitment to exceptional service, innovative programs, community engagement, and outreach.

This honor is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, along with the unwavering support of our patrons, fellow city departments, volunteers, City Council, and the entire Melissa community.  Your collaboration and commitment to our library's mission helped make this achievement possible.  Thank you for being a part of this success and for helping make Melissa Public Library a place of learning, connection, and excellence!

Newsletter

MELISSA MINUTE NEWSLETTER - COMMS

Sign up for the City of Melissa's weekly e-newsletter to stay informed about the library's latest happenings. 

Events Calendar
Library Events Calendar black and maroon graphic

Find our calendar located in our catalog.

  1. Book Donations
  2. Notary Services - to be discontinued Jan. 1, 2026
  3. How do I Log in to...
  4. Services Updates

Looking to donate? Please make sure it meets our requirements! Thank you for thinking of us. 

  • Fiction - Copyrighted within the last 3 years (2023, 2024, or 2025)
  • Non-Fiction - Copyrighted within the last 5 years (2020 to 2025)
  • Good condition
  • No mold
  • No stains
  • No water damage
  • No bent, colored, written, or torn pages
  • No torn covers

Be sure to check our Book Sale shelves just outside the library entrance!

Suggestions or Concerns?

Do you have any suggestions or concerns? Please send us an email!

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