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Elmer Hinton Memorial Library
Hours
The public library of Portland, Tennessee, is officially known as The Elmer Hinton Memorial Library. It is located at 301 Portland Boulevard, across the street from McKendree Methodist Church, in Richland Park.
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| Item | Daily Fine | Maximum Fine |
| Books & Magazines | $ 0.10 per day | $5.00 max. |
| Paperback Books | $ 0.10 per day | $2.00 max |
| Audio Books | $0 .10 per day | $5.00 max |
| Music CDs | $ 0.10 per day | $5.00 max |
| DVDs & Videos | $1.00 per day | $5.00 max |
| Educational Items | $1.00 per day | $10.00 max |
Free wireless Internet access
to library users with appropriately equipped laptop computers.
A self-service copy machine is
available to make copies in black ink and are $.15 each. Print outs from the
computers are $ .15 each for black ink, $.25 for color text, $1.00 for color
pictures printed on plain paper, $3.00 if printed on photo paper.
We are able to send and receive faxes. It
costs $1.00 per page to send or receive and $1.00 extra to send a fax long
distance.
A public notary is on-site and available to
notarize documents as long as valid identification is provided.
Genealogy research using Family Search
software and Microfilm Reader/Printer for local newspaper archives
You can request to borrow books from another
public library in Tennessee. There is no charge for this service, however the
limit is no more than two books at a time.Through the following link you can
search the Tennessee Public Library Catalog
http://tenn-agent.auto-graphics.com/agent/login.asp?cid=TENN&lidTNS&mode=g
For the younger patrons, there is a children's area within the library with books, sound recordings and other materials. Crayons and coloring pages are provided, plus a variety toys and puppets to capture a child's imagination.
Children's Programming: Currently, the library offers several programs for children. There is a lap-sit program for infants and toddlers and their caregivers. For pre-schoolers, there are story hours. These can include stories, finger plays, poems, songs, craft projects or games. For older students, there are story sessions followed by a craft or activity.
Scheduled Hours: Preschool: 10:30 a.m.
each Wednesday.
After School Program: 3:30 p.m. each Wednesday.
Lap-sit: 10:30 a.m. each Friday.
Summer Reading Program is offered to children to encourage reading for fun. It begins on June 1st and is free to everyone. Prizes and awards are given as well as providing weekly programs and/or activities to give kids fun experiences at the library. Initially, the program was strictly for toddlers through elementary school students. For the past several years, the program was expanded to offer something for everyone including adults.
Unique to our library is the Educational Center, which provides interactive materials designed for pre-school age through 8th graders. Our curricula cover subjects that teach reading, math, science, music, art, language arts, foreign languages and English as a second language. There are experimental projects in such things as weather, space, science, geography and history. The materials are available to teachers for use in their classrooms, to parents who will work with their children, to homeschoolers, and to all children who want to learn. The Center's state-of-the-art materials include leap pads, many different games, videos, computer CDs, musical instruments and interactive learning supplies.
I Imagination Library Attention Parents of children under age 5. Stop by the library and pick up your registration form for the "Imagination Library Books From Birth" program so your child can start receiving a free book every month until their 5th birthday. If you are from Sumner County, you may also register online at the following link. http://www.vanderbiltchildrens.com/booksfrombirth |
Computer Classes on Microsoft
Office are offered. There is no charge but does require registration. Times are
Tuesdays 6:00—7:45 p.m. and Thursdays 1:00—3:00 p.m.
GED Instruction at the library has been
temporarily suspended. If interested in GED classes, you can contact the Sumner
County Board of Education Adult Education Department at (615) 451-5814.
Creative Seniors is a program available to
anyone over the age of 60. Classes are taught by accomplished artists, and all
the necessary materials are provided. Classes are held on a Thursday afternoon
at 1:00. Seniors who wish to participate can come by the library to get a
schedule and register for each class they wish to attend. [This program is made
possible through a grant from the Arts Build Communities program that is
funded by the Tennessee General Assembly and administered in cooperation with
the Tennessee Arts Commission and The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.]
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Access the Elmer Hinton Memorial
Library's
Card Catalog Online!
You may click on the link below to access the library's entire card catalog online. You can search the database and locate books, videos and other material that are catalogued and see if it is available or when it is due back. You can also view your account to see what you have checked out. You may select items to create a list (mediagraphy) to print out and bring to the library, or send a request to be placed on reserve for them. Keep in mind that items that are catalogued in Reference or the Bailey Room are for viewing and cannot be circulated. There are a variety of search options. Some helpful hints are: always leave off (the, and, a) if it begins the title; type the authors last name first, a comma, and then the first name if you know it.
To view your account in My Items you will need your Library card to enter the barcode and PIN# (which are the same). When requesting a reservation, be sure you have checked the boxes of the items you wish to reserve before submitting it. If we are able to fulfill your request you will be contacted by email or phone when it is ready for you to pick up.
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Here for Online
Card Catalog
TEL stands for the Tennessee Electronic Library and represents a rich, diverse library and information compendium that’s designed to enhance the learning of all citizens, students and researchers throughout Tennessee. The databases available from TEL (21 in all) are some of the most vast and dynamic content pool available in the world. The information is accurate, current and comprehensive and addresses all types of information needs – from homework help to health questions to business profiles and Spanish language requirements in the most convenient format available.
Please utilize this resource by accessing the link below. You can call the
library to request the password to enter this site.
http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/tel_ehml
The Bailey Room and Genealogical Lookups
The Bailey Room is a museum that serves as a source for Tennessee history and genealogical research. In the museum you will find a collection of rare and antique books related to Tennessee history donated by Mr. James Bailey, a former early conservationist for the State of Tennessee, You will also find the Tandy Collection consisting of approximately 300 volumes on the Civil War that were donated by Haroldine Tandy, many of which may be borrowed. Decorated as a Civil War parlor, with authentic antique furniture of the 19th century period, artifacts of early Tennessee life are displayed throughout the room. Please take time to see this room on your next visit to the library.
In the Freeland Room we have a computer with the Latter Day Saints Family Research software and a microfilm reader/printer to access local newspaper archives.
Wanda Hawkins is available during the hours listed below to assist you with historical and genealogical research as well as providing reference assistance and document services.
Ms. Hawkins' hours are:
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Also, available to assist you in your genealogical pursuits is a
new resource known as the "Sumner County Gen Web Page."
This truly excellent resource can widen your research throughout Sumner County
and the State of Tennessee.
Here is another link that contains genealogy information for Northern Middle
Tennessee: http://www.rootwalker.com.
The Friends of the Elmer Hinton Memorial Library, Inc. is an organization with the 501(c) 3 status from the IRS. The Friends of the Library involves a group of dedicated supporters working toward enhancing our community with an excellent library. Friends of the Library have helped to provide additional programs, services, equipment, books and materials that the general budget of the library cannot support.
The group meets on the 2nd Monday of February, April, June,
August, October and December. Members are encouraged to attend to get to know
other members and find out about the needs of your library.
This list is provided in order to increase awareness of the officials that
serve us and have a fundamental role in making a difference in this library for
this community.
Sumner County Library Board Members
Larry Hinton, Chairperson – Portland
Ken Cox – Hendersonville
Johnny Bradley – Gallatin
Gail Eller – Westmoreland
Shelley Ames – Hendersonville
Rhea Condra – Gallatin
Johnnie Freedle – Portland
Warioto Regional Trustees
Rhea Condra
Ken Cox
City of Portland and the City Council Members
Mayor Ken Wilber
Jody McDowell
Phil Hobdy
Erin McLerran
Ronnie Meadows
Allen Dyer
Luther Bratton
Mike Callis
Sumner County Commissioners
Ragan Hall and David Cummings
Senator Diane Black
Representative Mike McDonald
Portland Area Library (PAL) Foundation
Larry Hinton—Chairman
Jerry Taylor
Amy Wald
Wil Cheyne
Barbara Russell
Robyn Collins
Johnnie Freedle
Barbara Simpson
Vanessa Smith
