Empowering Minds, Connecting Communities

Library Hours

Pharr Memorial Library (PML):

• Mon-Thurs: 9:00am—9:00pm
• Fri and Sat: 9:00am —6:00pm
• Sunday: 1:00pm—6:00pm

South Pharr Library (DRC):

• Mon — Thurs: 10:00am—7:00pm
• Friday: 10:00am—6:00pm
• Sat and Sun: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Yes! The Pharr Memorial Library Offers Different Events for All Ages. Please Refer to Our Children's Page and Our Reference Page to Find out More. 

Patrons residing in the city of Pharr or any other city in the Hidalgo County are eligible for a library card.

• There is no charge for a patron's first library card.
• A replacement card, if lost, stolen or damaged will be $3.00. (Cash Only)
  To obtain a library card, the following documents are required:
• Any government-issued DL/ID
• Proof of current mailing address:
  → Telephone bill
  → Utility bill
  → Rental/lease contract
  → Recent mail (last 30 days) with name and current address.
  → Voter registration card
  → Current auto insurance card

Patrons may borrow Books, DVD's, Audiobooks, 

Patrons may check out a maximum of 14 items:

• Books, DVDs and Audiobooks are able to circulate.
• Only 3 DVDs/Audiobooks may be checked out at a time.
• Patrons must be 18 years of age to check out DVDs and Audiobooks.

Patrons are responsible for any fees for items charged to their account.

Items borrowed must be returned on due date to avoid an overdue fee.

(Cash Only)

• Books/Audiobooks............... 10¢/day
• Children's Books..................... 5¢/day
• DVDs..................................... 50¢/day

If items borrowed are not returned on due date an overdue fee is applied.

(Cash Only)

• Books/Audiobooks............... 10¢/day
• Children's Books..................... 5¢/day
• DVDs..................................... 50¢/day

24-hour Book drop.

• Items returned without a security card will be fined 50¢ per missing card.

Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available at both of our locations, provided by TeamPharr.net

Yes, we do have computers on both of our locations that any Patron can use.

PML:

• 1st floor 45min
• 2nd floor 1hr30min
• Children's dept. 30 min

If more time is needed, a Patron will have to request an extension 

DRC: 

• 45min and if needed 1 extension

We do have printing services (Cash Only): 

Become a Friend of the Library:

Do you have a passion for books and a desire to make a difference? We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help run our successful bookstore. It’s a rewarding way to share your love of reading, support literacy efforts, and connect with fellow bookworms!

Want to learn more or volunteer?

• Call the library at (956) 402-4650 and ask to speak to a Friends of the Library volunteer.