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Miami Public Library

The Miami Public Library has been serving Miami, Oklahoma and surrounding area since 1921. Our mission is to entertain, inspire, encourage learning, and foster connections that enhance our community.

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Introducing The Palace Project: Your Gateway to Endless E-reading Adventures

For Immediate Release 200 N Main St Miami, OK 74354 918-541-2292 librarystaff@miamiokla.net www.miamipl.okpls.org Introducing The Palace Project: Your Gateway to Endless E-reading Adventures Ottawa County, OK a cornerstone of our community’s intellectual and cultural life, is thrilled to announce the launch of The Palace Project, a new e-reading mobile app that transforms the way our patrons engage with our collection. With technology and reading… Read More

Intro to Manga

Welcome to the captivating world of Japanese graphic novels, also known as manga. At Miami Public Library, we’re here to guide you through the basics you need to know before diving into these illustrated stories that have captured the hearts of millions worldwide. What is Manga? Manga refers to a style of graphic novels and comics originating from Japan. These stories are often serialized in… Read More

Grow with Google

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 18, 2024 CONTACT Kaylee Reed, Oklahoma Department of Libraries Kaylee.Reed@libraries.ok.gov Christa Helfrey, Office of Management Enterprise Services Christa.Helfrey@omes.ok.gov Oklahoma Department of Libraries Partners with OMES and Google to Offer Google Career Certificates at No Cost Through Public Libraries Oklahoma City, OK – The Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL), in collaboration with the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) and Google… Read More

The following needs pages made and then link to them (except Community Calendar)

Community Calendar

Community Connections

Imagination Library

Financial Literacy

Area Job Opportunities

Arts & Culture

FAQs

How long are check out times?

New fiction: 7 days, All other items: 14 days, Newspapers and current magazines are not checked out.

How do I get a library card?

Anyone residing, working, or attending school in Ottawa County can be issued a free library card, valid for three years. If you live outside of Ottawa County, there is a $20.00 yearly fee.

To apply for a library card, the information required is the name, permanent address, personal telephone number, work telephone, and email.  Applicants must present a driver's license or government-issued photo ID card with their current address at the time of application and proof of residency (see below). For those who work in Ottawa County, a recent pay stub showing the employer and address is required. Students can show a school ID or a current class schedule. A postcard may be mailed to applicants who have insufficient identification; the presentation of the postcard will be considered proof of address.

Learn More on Our Procedures Page

Does the library have computers for the public?

Yes – we have several. Ask us at the desk and we’ll get you started.

How much does it cost to print?

Color copies are $.25 each. Black and white copies are $.10 each.

What if the library doesn’t have the book or other item I would like?

Ask us about getting books and more through our library network. It’s called interlibrary loan. You must have a library card with us. There's a $3 fee.

How and what can I donate to the library?

Gifts to the Library can take many forms. Donations, Gifts, and more! See our Donation & Gifts Procedures to learn more!

Do you offer curbside?

We do offer curbside upon request. You can reserve items through our online catalog or give us a call 918-541-2292. When you arrive, park on the south side of the library and call us. A library staff member will bring your items out as soon as they can.

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