About Us

OUR MISSION
We connect our community with knowledge & experiences inspiring creativity & discovery.

OUR VISION
To be the recognized leader in rural libraries.

OUR PURPOSE
We enrich lives, build community, and prepare for an ever-changing future.

OUR VALUES

  • Free & Open Access to Diverse Information
  • Intellectual Freedom
  • Innovation
  • Inviting & Engaging
  • Service Oriented
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Professional Excellence

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A Little History


Trimble County Public Library began with a small bookmobile in 1960. The library served the community through the work of volunteers and a small budget. 

Through the approval of Fiscal Court on June 21, 1971, the library was established as a Special Government Entity taxing district. Increased funding allowed for the purchase of a small building next to court house square in 1975.  The library prospered and served the community well in our little library. 

It became clear after many years that the library needed a larger space to serve the community. After years of planning, construction began on a new building in 2010 on the property known for the Equity Barn in Bedford. Beams from the barn were used to construct a beautiful entry way and welcome desk area. A year later, in September of 2011, the library was complete. The library continues to strive to provide excellent service and meet the ever changing needs of our community. 

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Library Services

Patrons can apply for library cards by visiting the library during open hours. The front desk staff will assist you in filling out an application. In order to receive a card, proof of residence must be established by providing one of the following: A Valid Driver’s License or state issued ID, current property tax receipt, mortgage statement, utility bill or current mail (postmarked within 30 days). There is no cost for residents of Trimble, Henry, Oldham, and Carroll counties in Kentucky or residents of Jefferson County, Indiana. For more information, check our library policies.

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Applying for a card

Inter-Library Loan

Trimble County Public Library proudly participates in a material loaning/borrowing program that collaborates with thousands of other libraries across the country called Inter-Library Loan (ILL). Patrons may use ILL to request up to 3 items at a time. The loan period for all borrowed ILL materials is set by the lending library. Renewals are subject to the lending library's policy and must be requested before the initial due date.


Patrons will be notified when their ILL item is available to be picked up from the front desk; items must be picked up within one week of receiving this notice. All shipping costs incurred from out of state ILL items will be charged to patrons who order an ILL but fail to pick it up within one week of being notified.

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Locations

  • Main Library

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    CONTACT INFORMATION

    35 Equity Dr.

    Bedford, KY 40006

    ​Ph: (502) 255-7362

    Fax: (502) 255-7491

    E-mail: info@trimblelibrary.org

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    LIBRARY HOURS

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

    ​  9 am - 7 pm​ 

    ​Wednesday

      9 am - 1 pm

    Friday

      9 am - 5 pm

    Saturday

      10 am - 4 pm

    ​WIFI AVAILABLE  24/7

  • Milton Branch

    The milton municipal building with a flag on the pole in front.

     COMPUTER LAB  

    10179 Hwy 421 N Milton, KY 40045


     Services  

        2 Computers

        Printer

        Wi-Fi access

        Book Return for the main library 

        Free Little Library 


    Computers usable during business hours

  • Park Branch

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     3114 US-421 Bedford, KY 40006  


    Services and Hours  

    Computer Lab - 2 computers

    Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 


    Wi-Fi Access

Meet the Staff!

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Organization Info

Annual Reports

Every year, public libraries across the United States are required to file an annual report to provide information to state and federal governments. The information collected through this process is then used to decide funding and legislation in regards to those libraries.

Trimble County Public Library Annual Reports

Board of Trustees

List of Current Board of Trustees


Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month. Community members are welcome to address the Board during Public Comments time by notifying the President that they wish to speak. Speakers must follow the current Public Comment Policy. Trustees are committed to being open and transparent about decisions made about the Library.


Board Meeting Minutes

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2022 Minutes
2021 Minutes
2020 Minutes
​2019 Minutes
​2018 Minutes
2017 Minutes

Filling Board Vacancies

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Trimble County Public Library publicly announces vacancies on the Board through this website, and various social media. Community members can access the application in the following ways:


Applications are reviewed by the current Board members during regularly scheduled Board Meetings. Two names will be chosen to submit to the State Librarian three to four months before the vacancy occurs (per KRS 65.008). After the appointment is made, the county judge executive or mayor’s office sends a copy of the letter of appointment or the minutes of the fiscal court or council meeting to KDLA for their records.