Welcome to the Pottsboro Area Public Library Catalog!
Welcome to the Pottsboro Area Public Library!
You can now sign up for a library card online! CLICK on the SIGN UP button in the upper right-hand corner of this page.
You'll have access to e-books and other electronic resources without having to come to the library.
Once approved, you will receive an email confirmation from us. Thank you!
Visit our Library of Things
The Library of Things is an assortment of common household items and tools that can be checked out with your Pottsboro Area Public Library Card.
Log into your account to reserve an item(s).
Select the item, click "Reserve this item", activate the calendar by clicking the box next to the "Target pick up date", select your pick up date.
If the desired date is not available, the next available date will populate.
Pick up dates cannot be be selected for Friday or Saturday as we are closed or when another reservation already exists. A valid drivers license must be on file at the time of pick up. Borrowers must have a form filled out and signed in advance if the item(s) are to be picked up by another person
Sorry, access to electronic resources is suspended until issues are resolved. Please see My Account for details.
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Libby Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access the library’s digital collection of eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines through OverDrive or Libby. |
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EBSCOhost Login Needed In-Library Use Only Need Magazine Articles? Check out EBSCOhost! |
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TexShare Databases Login Needed In-Library Use Only Includes thousands of full-text magazines and newspapers, WorldCat (35 million library records), Science and Literature databases, on-line encyclopedias, etc. |
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Accelerated Reader List Login Needed In-Library Use Only This is the list of tests available to elementary and middle school students. Tests can only be taken on a school campus. Your school librarian has more information. |
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Pronunciator Login Needed In-Library Use Only A fun and free way to learn any of 80 languages with self-directed lessons, live teachers, movies, music, and more. |
- members login above
- non-members click here
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Stars, Stripes & Summer Bites Kids Cooking Class
07/07/2026 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Kids will celebrate America's 250th during this three week class. They will explore classic American favorites, build kitchen skills, and create tasty recipes they can make again at home. Ages 5-12. Be sure to sign up for all three sessions. July 7th, July 14th and July 21st.
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Thursday Tech Talk - Spotting Health Misinformation Online
07/09/2026 12:00 - 1:00 PM
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| Not everything you read online or social media about health is true and some of it can be harmful. In this Tech Talk, we’ll walk through simple, practical ways to tell the difference between trustworthy health information and misinformation. You’ll leave with tools you can use right away to feel more confident searching for health information online.
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Words and Wiggles Story Time
07/13/2026 9:00 - 10:00 AM
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| Join us for a playful mix of stories, songs, and movement designed especially for toddlers! First United Bank representative Micaella Zamudio will join us for this special Cents and Stories morning. Breakfast will be served. Registration is required, and space is limited to 12 children and their caregiver. Please register for the number of children attending only.
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Stars, Stripes & Summer Bites Kids Cooking Class
07/14/2026 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Kids will celebrate America's 250th during this three week class. They will explore classic American favorites, build kitchen skills, and create tasty recipes they can make again at home. Ages 5-12. Be sure to sign up for all three sessions. July 7th, July 14th and July 21st.
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Buried Treasures:
A Summer Dig Adventure
07/16/2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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| Grab a tool and get ready to dig at the Pottsboro Library! Kids will uncover hidden treasures, explore science and history, and become archaeologists for the day. It’s messy, hands on fun you won’t want to miss! Plus everyone goes home with a fossil shark tooth necklace. Sign up so we know you are coming.
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Stars, Stripes & Summer Bites Kids Cooking Class
07/21/2026 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Kids will celebrate America's 250th during this three week class. They will explore classic American favorites, build kitchen skills, and create tasty recipes they can make again at home. Ages 5-12. Be sure to sign up for all three sessions. July 7th, July 14th and July 21st.
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Mammals of Texas...
with a Dinosaur Twist
07/22/2026 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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| On this adventure, kids will explore Texas mammals by examining skulls, feeling fur pelts, and guessing diets from teeth while connecting it all to dinosaurs and how scientists study the past.
Hosted by Eisenhower State Park and The Pottsboro Library
Around Town Outreach Bus at Friendship Park. No sign ups needed!
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Pokémon Card Trading Event
07/28/2026 4:00 - 6:00 PM
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| Calling all young Pokémon Trainers! Bring your Pokémon cards to trade, show off your favorite decks, and meet other collectors in the community. This is a fun, kid-friendly event designed for Pokémon fans of all ages and skill levels. This is a come and go event. No sign up needed.
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Thursday Tech Talk - Spot The Fake
07/30/2026 12:00 - 1:00 PM
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| Join us for an informative session on how to tell what's real online
(and what isn't).
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America 250 Passport Activity Jan. 15 - July 31st
07/31/2026 12:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Celebrate and learn about our nation’s history at the Pottsboro Library now thru July. Track the time you spend reading, attending library events, volunteering in our community, or visiting a Texas State Park on our passport until you reach 1250 minutes. Passports are available at the library.
Receive a free prize with every 125 minutes logged. Visit the front desk to choose your prize.
Completed passports should be turned in to enter our Grand Prize Drawing.
Win a new laptop to help power your reading, learning, creativity, and exploration.
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Words and Wiggles Story Time
08/10/2026 9:00 - 10:00 AM
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| Join us for a playful mix of stories, songs, and movement designed especially for toddlers! Breakfast will be served. Registration is required, and space is limited to 14 children and their caregiver. Please register for the number of children attending only.
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Community Chat
08/11/2026 8:15 - 9:15 AM
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| Join us to learn about what is happening in Pottsboro. You will hear from the Mayor, Chamber and other special guests. No sign ups needed.
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Stuff the Bus Back to School Event
08/11/2026 4:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Join us at Friendship Park for a fun, family event just in time for Back to School!
We will have a free book for kids and everyone in the family. Plus there will lots of other free activities and food for all. No sign ups needed!
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Master of Memory
08/13/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| This six session series is designed to help older adults understand how memory works,identify ways to improve memory, and pinpoint things in everyday life that may affect memory. For more information, contact:Joyce White @ 903-813-4203 or at joyce. white@ag.tamu.edu or call/email the Pottsboro Library.
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Thursday Tech Talks Everyday Accessibility: Tech That Makes Life Easier
08/13/2026 12:00 - 1:00 PM
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| Technology can make everyday tasks easier, not just for people with disabilities, but for everyone. Join us to explore free and built-in accessibility features on smartphones, tablets, and computers that can help with reading, hearing, vision, memory, mobility, and everyday convenience. Lunch will be served. Sign up so we know you are coming.
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D&D Dungeon Crawl
08/16/2026 2:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Are you an experienced D&D player or have you ever wanted to see what the game is all about? Sign up to play a character in our August Dungeon Crawl, where our in house Dungeon Master will guide you through thrilling campaigns and challenges, discovering hidden loot, and playfully interacting with your fellow party members along the way!
Seats are limited to 6 players for this event, so sign up quick! To play, all you need to bring is your creative imagination!
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Master of Memory
08/20/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| This six session series is designed to help older adults understand how memory works,identify ways to improve memory, and pinpoint things in everyday life that may affect memory. For more information, contact:Joyce White @ 903-813-4203 or at joyce. white@ag.tamu.edu or call/email the Pottsboro Library.
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Master of Memory
08/27/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| This six session series is designed to help older adults understand how memory works,identify ways to improve memory, and pinpoint things in everyday life that may affect memory. For more information, contact:Joyce White @ 903-813-4203 or at joyce. white@ag.tamu.edu or call/email the Pottsboro Library.
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Master of Memory
09/03/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| This six session series is designed to help older adults understand how memory works,identify ways to improve memory, and pinpoint things in everyday life that may affect memory. For more information, contact:Joyce White @ 903-813-4203 or at joyce. white@ag.tamu.edu or call/email the Pottsboro Library.
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