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We Offer Library and TexShare Cards for Hutchins Residents. Must have Valid ID with Hutchins Address or Proof of Residency.

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Seniors

Mission Statement: "Activities Don't Just Fill Days, They Fill Lives" Manager: Vivian Rawlings

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Library

Atwell Public Library is temporarily closed to the public.

Curbside Pick Up Monday-Friday 9AM- 12PM.

Call anytime 9AM-6PM, Monday-Friday.

Welcome to the Atwell Public Library’s Webpage!

This webpage is here to assist you with books and information.

Curbside Pick Up

Use Online Catalog at the bottom of this page to search for Books and DVDs.
Call the Library at 972-225-4711 (anytime 9am-6pm M-F).
Reserve next day pick up time for 9am-12pm Monday-Friday.

The service is only available to current card holders. Please call for more information.

Boredom Busters

Atwell Library is now offering a grab-and-go activity kit that children and teens can enjoy from the safety of their homes!

For the Month of July:

Toy and Activity Sheet (Children), toys vary
Mini Plant Pot (Teen)

Call the library to get your kit at Curbside Pick Up. One Boredom Buster per person per day, while supplies last.

There is no reason to be bored this summer! Join the fun today!

TexShare Cards

As of 3/25/2020, the TexShare Card Program has been temporarily suspended due to COVID-19. Libraries are not issuing or renewing TexShare Cards.

TexShare Databases

TexShare Databases allow you to access over 27,000 journals, over 171,000 eBooks, and over 15 million images, videos, and interactive resources. These are e-resources licensed for the exclusive use of Texas libraries and their patron. Start with TexShare for homework help, health or business information, academic journals, popular magazines, genealogy, or job and career development.

Below is a link to the TexShare Databases or www.texshare.net. The library is listed as “Hutchins-Atwell Public Library”. If you are a current library card holder, please call for the database password. All current library patrons are allowed access to databases.

Our Mission Statement:

The Atwell Public Library acquires, makes available, and encourages the use of materials in all media which:

Help people know more about themselves and their world.
Meet the informational needs of the entire community.
Give access to a variety of opinions on matters of current interest and encourage freedom of expression.
Support educational, civic and cultural activities within the community.
Aid in learning and improving job-related skills.
Assist the individual to grow intellectually, spiritually, and to enjoy life more fully.

Seniors

Manager: Wanda Randle
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Lunch is served at 11:30 am.

If you or any members of your household are newly retired, work part-time, or are seeking new friends, the Hutchins Senior Center is the place for you! The Senior Center facility offers an opportunity for adults 60 years of age and older to develop an extended family through a wide range of health and educational programs, human services, recreational/social activities, and special events throughout the year.

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” -C.S. Lewis

CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM

DALLAS COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY

The Congregate Meal Program, also known as the Senior Meal Program, is a daily lunch program that ensures a free and nutritious meal for seniors ages 60 and older. The program is sponsored in part by the City of Hutchins and Dallas Area Agency on Aging. Lunch is served Monday - Friday beginning at 11:30 am while food supply lasts or until all eligible participants have received a qualified meal. Lunch is served in the Hutchins Senior Center, and usually concludes by 12:00 noon, 48-hour RSVP (reservation) is strongly encouraged.

To join the program, the applicant must complete an intake form, nutritional education, and nutritional assessment before participation. Participants must also participate in an annual nutrition education session/presentation to remain in the program. There is no cost for this nutrition education session/presentation. To inquire about the program or set an appointment to register, please call 972-225-0439

Senior Services:

AARP	866-554-5377
Aging Information Hotline	211
Better Business Bureau	214-220-2000
City of Hutchins	972-225-6121
Dallas Agency on Aging	214-871-5065
Dart Para Transit	214-515-7272
Food Stamps	800-500-4266
Legal Aid	888-529-5277
Meals on Wheels	214-689-2639
Medicare	800-633-4227
Mental Health Hotline	866-615-8700
Nursing Home Ombud	214-823-5700
Office of Senior Affairs	214-670-5227
Parkland Hospital	214-266-0700
Social Security Admin	800-772-1213
Veterans Service Officer	214-819-1886
Widowed Persons Service	214-358-4155