Mansfield Public Library

PUBLIC LIBRARY

It is the mission of the Mansfield Public Library to provide free and equal access to a broad range of information and literature, to enrich the community through reading, culture and the arts, and to provide opportunities for life-long learning.

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WHAT'S NEW @ THE LIBRARY

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Chess Club meets every Friday from 4-6 PM

The Mansfield Public Chess Club will meet in the Mansfield Public Library Community Room every Friday from 4-6 PM starting March 6th. It is completely free, and free lessons are offered to anyone who wishes to learn how to play, as well as advanced tactics for experienced players. Contact mansfield.chess@gmail.com for more information.

Posted on 03/03/09

DFW Jobcenter

Looking for a new job? Mansfield Public Library now offers an easy, FREE way to start your job search! DFW Jobcenter is a database available on the public computers that contains information for over 1,000 up-to-date job listings in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Job seekers can use DFW Jobcenter to search for, view, print, email and apply for jobs.

New Databases

(all of these new databases can be accessed from your home computer by typing in your library card number)

Gale Legal Forms - Thousands of legal forms are available with more forms being added daily. Official, State Specific, Federal, Business, Personal, Real Estate and General forms covering hundreds of legal subjects and issues

Chilton Library - Exclusive photographs, diagnostics designed by instructors, step-by-step repair procedures, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance schedules, wiring diagrams, recalls and Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for automobiles and light trucks

Testing and Education Reference Center - Includes Test Preparation, College Searches, Graduate Searches, Specialty & Career Program Search, and e-Books

Price It! Antiques and Collectibles - Price your antiques and collectibles.

Posted on 01/13/09

Computer Operated Software For Children

Each kit contains a children's book and CD for the computer. The story can be listened to in Spanish while your child follows along with the text in either Spanish or English, or the story can be listened to in English while your child follows along with the text in either English or Spanish.

Helps motivate struggling readers with audio narration and highlighted words
Builds vocabulary for English Language Learners
Ideal for auditory learners
Promotes fluency

Posted on 10/09/08

New Coin-Operated Print Station @ The Library

We are pleased to offer our patrons a Print Station that lets you bypass the check-out desk and pay for printing yourself. The Library provides a coin machine which accepts $1and $5 bills, nickels, dimes, and quarters. It's quick and easy to use!

The coin-operated printers in the library cost 10¢ for black and white copies; 25¢ for color copies. Change is disbursed in coins.

Posted on 01/07/08

Keep Up-To-Date With The Latest In Book News

Eager to know the latest books published? Mansfield Public Library now offers BookNews for 21 book categories, including mystery, romance, teen, and science fiction.

BookNews brings you the latest in publishing information, including jacket notes from each book and critical reviews. BookNews also allows you to link directly to the Mansfield Public Library's catalog to check the availability of each title.

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Posted on 12/26/07

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MATERIALS, SERVICES, & RESOURCES

The City of Mansfield has gone great lengths to provide its citizens with a wealth of materials, services, and resources that aide in helping educate and inform the patrons who take advantage of these opportunities.

ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS

The Library provides various programs for you and your family. These programs are designed to enhance community involvement as well as educate and encourage learning for all age levels.