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Each summer the Martin County Public Library and the Rufus Reed Public Library provides a Summer Reading Program for the children of our community. It is an important program that is designed to emphasize and illustrate the joy of reading and reduce the loss of reading skills during summer break. “Dream Big—Read!” is the theme for the Preschool through Grade 2. “Own the Night” is the theme for Grades 3 and up. Our program is free and is available to children birth to age 18. Programs for each age group are held weekly. Each weekly program will be based on the theme. Performers, crafts, games, and reading activities pertaining to the theme will be available. If your child would like to participate in our program, please complete the form below and return it to the library. Children may also be registered by phone. The Summer Reading Program begins Tuesday, June 5 for all ages at the Martin County Public Library in Inez. It begins at the Rufus Reed Public Library in Lovely on Thursday, June 7 for all age groups. If your child needs special accommodations, please let us know by June 1, 2012. Please specify if your child has any allergies to food. You may call Inez (606) 298-7766 or Lovely (606) 395-6500. To register online please click here.

Martin County Public Library on Tuesdays and Rufus Reed Public Library on Thursdays

PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN (10:00 A.M. UNTIL 11:00 A.M.)
1ST & 2nd GRADES (12:00 NOON UNTIL 1:00 P.M.)
3RD & 4TH GRADES (2:00 P.M. UNTIL 3:00 P.M.)

5th & up (4:00 P.M. UNTIL 5:00 P.M.)

The Martin County Public Library is pleased to announce the purchase of ProQuest's Ancestry Library Edition. Ancestry is a genealogy research tool with data from census, military records, court, land, probate, vital and church records, passenger lists, etc. It covers Canada, the US, UK, and some European countries. The license covers Authorized Users of public libraries (i.e, library cardholders, walk-in patrons while they are on -site and library staff) through any workstation at the main library. The product is not licensed for remote access. Visit the main library and search your ancestry. Contact the library for details. Click Here.

Education and Workforce Development Cabinet
Ky public libraries pass milestone with more than 20 million visits last year.

FRANKFORT, Ky.  – For the first time, Kentucky’s public libraries recorded more than 20 million visits by patrons who checked out more than 30 million books and other items from the libraries’ collections in 2011, according to statistics compiled by the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) from annual reports submitted by Kentucky’s 118 public library systems.

Almost 2.5 million Kentuckians, 57 percent of the state’s population, are registered to use library services.

Among the variety of services available, public libraries provided 4,127 computers free-of-charge for public use. During nearly 5 million computer sessions in 2011, Kentuckians used library computers for creating resumes, searching and applying for jobs, accessing e-government resources, doing homework for school at all levels, obtaining information for small business applications and searching for information on a variety of topics. Classes at libraries provided instruction for 35,000 Kentuckians in using electronic resources.

The 20,119,053 visits to the libraries in 2011 was a nearly 2 percent increase over 2010.

“These numbers demonstrate that public libraries have become more important than ever to Kentuckians during the economic recession. Public libraries are providing a wide range of services that meet the needs of Kentuckians as never before. The tax payer is definitely seeing a big return on their investment in the public library,” said Wayne Onkst, state librarian and commissioner of KDLA.

Books remain the most popular service in libraries. The number of books checked out in Kentucky’s public libraries increased by 170,000 to more than 20 million. In addition to printed books, the number of e-books checked out by public libraries increased dramatically to more than 200,000.

Kentuckians also attended programs in libraries in record numbers. More than 1.22 million attended programs planned especially for children, an 8 percent increase over 2010, in addition to Kentuckians of all ages who attended the 58,000 programs held in libraries.

Libraries are continuing to look to future services that Kentuckians need. In addition to more computers, wireless access to the Internet is now available with Wi-Fi hotspots in 115 of the public library systems. Remote access to library information and services is also provided by 112 library systems.

“It’s exciting to see the level of activity from people of all ages at our public libraries. Kentuckians are continuing to use the services, resources and information at our public libraries at an increasing rate, and libraries have stepped up to the challenge of meeting those needs in a multitude of ways,” said Onkst.

KDLA provides equitable access to quality library and information resources and services, as well as helps public agencies ensure that legislatively mandated documentation of government programs is created, efficiently maintained, and made accessible. For more information on KDLA resources, programs and services visit http://www.kdla.ky.gov/ or call 502-564-8300 ext. 315.

With Kentucky Libraries Unbound, you'll be amazed as you search, and download more and more media on your PC and portable devices. Patrons now have unlimited access to many types of downloadable media such as audio books, e-books, music and videos. All it takes to access Kentucky Libraries Unbound is a valid library card and pin.

With download media available 24/7, your library is always open! Get started with a Guided Tour or Quick-Start Guide. All EPUB & many PDF eBooks are ready to enjoy on the Sony® Reader & other devices such as the Barnes & Noble nook™. For a list of known compatible devices, click here. Requires installation of Adobe® Digital Editions.

With Freegal music you will have access to hundreds of thousands of songs in the Sony Music catalog at your fingertips. All downloadable Freegal Music MP3’s are DRM FREE. This service will work with any MP3 player, including iPod, and can be loaded into iTunes. It works on both PCs and Macs. Each valid library user will be limited to 3 downloads per week. Any library users with blocked status will not be allowed access to this great service. Click here to start building that music library you always wanted.

The Martin County Board of Trustees and its director are pleased to announce the early payoff of the 2001 Bond on the main library that was not due to expire until 2021. In doing so, the board has saved the taxpayers $192,434.10.

During their terms as trustees, Anna Stepp, Barbara Muncy, Willa Preston, Claudean Williamson, Joyce McBride, Barbara Pinson, and Donnie Osborn have endeavored to maintain the best possible services for the public as well as carefully oversee the finances to pay off the debt as soon as it was feasible without disrupting the many services to the community.

During their terms as trustees, they have reopened The Rufus Reed Branch Library, automated both libraries from acquiring grants, purchased blacktop for the main library parking lot, purchased a library outreach vehicle, removed and replaced old plumbing and tile at the main library, decorated and painted the main library, and reduced all fines and fees.

The library also received a federal grant in the amount of $18,000.00 for a new server, a UPS, a switch, seven new computers with new seating and computer tables. This enables the library to service the community with quicker up-to-date technology. The library acquired ten laptop computers, Nook eReaders for each library, a digital microfilm scanner-reader, and a digital projector.

The trustees have approved the purchase of more materials in different formats than ever before. Among the purchases are Kentucky Libraries Unbound, a downloadable Ebook and audio book service, a music database with three free downloads per library card each week. The library also purchased Ancestry.com. Currently, books, audio books, and DVDs are coming to each library as they are released.

Trustees have worked diligently to realize their goals for the library system and the many patrons served through the varied services offered. Hard work and dedication on the part of trustees, Library Director Drema Jude, and all employees have produced two library facilities for which Martin County can be proud.

Current library trustees Anna Stepp, Willa Preston, Claudean Williamson, Barbara Pinson, and Donnie Osborne are already working on more long range plans to ensure the Martin County Public Library in Inez and the Rufus Reed Library in Lovely are the best libraries possible.

The Martin County Public Library and the Rufus Reed Public Library have the Kentucky Libraries Unbound (Overdrive). Now, you can download books to your Kindle e-Reader! With Kentucky Libraries Unbound, you'll be amazed as you search and download more media on your PC and portable devices. Patrons now have unlimited access to many types of downloadable media such as audio books, e-books, music and videos. Kentucky Libraries Unbound have added the feature of being Kindle compatible! All it takes to access Kentucky Libraries Unbound is a valid library card and pin number. If you have a Kindle and you do not have a library card, just visit either the Martin County Public Library at Inez or the Rufus Reed Public Library in Lovely and get one today. For any additional information, please call the libraries at 298-7766 (Inez) or 395-6500 (Lovely). If you have a Kindle, you can access Kentucky Libraries Unbound. It is fast, easy, and free! With download media available 24/7, your library is always open! Check it out today!

Come and join in on a wonderful monthly discussion of books. Each month we’ll select a popular title for discussion. The selections consists of different genres. There are no fees or cost for membership, and the library provides snacks and drinks. If you are interested in joining, please come in and pick up the current selection. The meetings are held at the main library in the meeting room the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm.

Current Book Club Selection

Roses Written by Leila Meacham Having not married in spite of their true feelings, cotton tycoon Mary Toliver and timber magnate Percy Warwick struggle with deceit, secrets and tragedies that challenge their children and grandchildren in their small east Texas community.  Next Meeting: Thursday, May 17 2012 6:00 PM