Thank you for visiting the ROBERT J. KLEBERG PUBLIC LIBRARY website portal, the place to be!

We invite you to take a moment and browse our web portal to learn more about our programs and services. We hope you find our website informative and helpful. Serving the public since February 1909, the Robert J. Kleberg Public Library is committed to providing comprehensive library services and information to the residents of Kleberg County and surrounding communities.

The Kleberg Public Library, a department under the jurisdiction of Kleberg County, is funded annually by Kleberg County Commissioners' Court.  In conjunction with Kleberg County Commissioners' Court, the Library is governed by a nine member Board who advise and oversee the duties of the Library Director, advocate for the library, support the library's mission, adopt policies, set goals, and monitor the library's progress. Library board members are initially appointed for a two-year term. Reappointments are set for three-year terms. The Library Director, under the guidance of the Board, manages the day-to-day and administrative operations of the library. The library staff consists of nine full-time and two part-time employees.

The library's 10,250 square foot facility houses more than 55,000 items for leisure and research use. The library has a combination of over 30,000 registered resident and non-resident patrons with an annual circulation of approximately 40,000 items, and averages over 50,000 visits annually. 

Throughout the year the library holds several public events for adults and children. Over 500 residents and visitors have engage in the library's annual "Howdy Authors" book signing event, and the children's summer reading and activities programs. The library offers digital materials such as eBooks, audiobooks, online streaming videos, and research databases. Library services include FREE high-speed broadband and wireless Internet, E-mail printing, computer labs, typewriters, faxing, copying and printing, scanning, proctoring of exams, and notary public services. 

The public is invited to visit the library during regular business hours. Patrons are encourage to utilize the library's Courtyard and Poetry Garden, a tranquil and inviting spot where patrons can leisure around and read a book or access the library's FREE Wi-Fi Internet. Come by and browse; the library offers its patrons more than just books! The Robert J. Kleberg Public Library is a dedicated member of the Central Texas Library System and is fully accredited by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. 

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