Friends of the Smith Public Library

06/22/2026

We heart Benbrook!

06/20/2026

Tonight!

Looking for something low key to do tonight? Why not Drop Everything & Read? The Friends of the Smith Public Library have created an adults only silent book club that meets after hours at the library. You choose what you want to read. Come join us!
https://www.wylietexas.gov/about/dear_-_byobook_club.php

06/18/2026

Gentle reminder:

06/18/2026

Did you know the library offers home delivery? If you have a mobility issue that prevents you from coming to the library, let the library come to you!

In order to qualify:
• you must live within Wylie city limits
• you must have a valid library card, and
• you must have a mobility impairment (temporary or permanent)

To sign up, call Megan at 972-516-6259. Give her your book or movie requests, availability, and contact information. That’s it! And it’s FREE!

06/17/2026

The annual book sale is coming up fast! Be sure your Friends membership is up to date before the rates go up July 1.

Save the date - The Friends of the Smith Public Library Annual Book Sale is 1 month away! Become a member to get Presale access. *Individual and Family membership rates will increase on July 1, so renew or join today to lock in that lower annual rate.
https://friends-of-the-smith-public-library.square.site/

06/17/2026

Lest we forget…

During WWII, the US military was dangerously short on intelligence after decades of underfunding. The unlikely solution? Librarians. They were recruited to gather vital information from library shelves, and some were sent overseas as spies, crossing enemy lines to smuggle documents out of occupied Europe.

As libraries face shrinking budgets today, this story is a powerful reminder that they are far more than quiet reading rooms. Read the full article to discover the incredible untold story of America's librarian spies.

Read more: https://magazine.1000libraries.com/how-librarians-became-americas-greatest-asset-in-wwii-intelligence/

06/16/2026

Indeed.

06/16/2026

Library will be closed this Friday

Please note we will be closed next Friday, June 19th for the Juneteenth holiday. We will re-open Saturday, June 20th at 10:00am.
https://www.wylietexas.gov/about/holiday_hours.php

06/08/2026

Big News from Smith Public Library (drum roll please):

We’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new Outreach Van!

This exciting addition will help us bring library services and resources directly into neighborhoods throughout our community. Whether we're visiting schools, community events, senior centers, or underserved areas, our new van will help us connect with even more readers, learners, and library lovers.

Our deepest thanks to Project Judy for making this possible.

Keep an eye out for this bright and beautiful van around town. Also check our page for upcoming stops, special events, and photo opportunities.