A broad range of comprehensive reference services are available through the Reference and Information Department at the Central Library. Sources include business and investment information, materials for homework assignments, newspapers, magazines, online magazine database , Texas Government Documents, Census data, and Electronic Information Services including the Internet are all available. Reference assistance is available in the library and also by telephone.
Branch libraries provide limited services designed to meet more general needs.
Materials in this collection must be used in the library. Assistance is available to persons involved in detailed research into the history of the city and to the budding genealogist alike. Local History services are available during regular Central Library hours and also provide reference assistance in person and by telephone. The Children's Department at all area branches contain materials for children of all ages, and a wide variety of programs and special events including story time, arts and crafts, family films and other reading activities. For information on special events and other services, contact the public library near you.