Mission Statement
The Homewood Public Library provides materials and services to help community residents obtain information to meet their personal, cultural, educational, and professional needs.
The Homewood Public Library encourages young children's interests and appreciation for reading and learning. The library provides a broad range of current, high-demand, high-interest books and materials in a variety of formats for persons of all ages. The library supports students at all academic levels and serves as a learning and educational center for all community residents.
Bingo! Teen Winter Reading Challenge January 3- January 31 (6th-12th Grade) For the month of January, The Homewood Public Library Teen Department will kick off Bingo! Teen Winter Reading Challenge. Teens, stop by the Teen/Adult desk and pick up…
Read More »Holocaust Remembrance Panel Discussion - On the Possibilities & Limits of Forgiveness Sunday, January 28, from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Large Auditorium Please join us for this very special event in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.…
Read More »Upcoming Storytimes Itsy Bitsy Baby Saturday, January 6, from 10:30-11 a.m. in the Round Auditorium (0-18 Months) Babies and caregivers are welcome to a lapsit storytime with Miss Cristina filled early literacy tips, baby-friendly songs,…
Read More »Educational Opportunities ACT Weekend Workshop Saturday, December 2, from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sunday, December 3, from 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. This two-day ACT weekend workshop will help prepare them with content prep and a practice…
Read More »Join us this December! It might be cold outside, but we are staying warm this December in the Children's Department with storytimes, a Gingerbread Challenge, and plenty of great reads that you can check out at hpl.pub/catalog. Upcoming…
Read More »Buy your tickets soon to this special event! Jingle All the Way with Storyteller Dolores Hydock & the Music of Bobby Horton Friday, December 1, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Large Auditorium There will also be the always-requested The…
Read More »Teen Theatre Thursdays Thursday, November 2 & 16, from 4-5 p.m. in Room 116 (6th-12th Grade) This bi-monthly program will focus on teaching the performing arts to aspiring teen thespians with assistance from the Red Mountain Theatre.…
Read More »West Homewood Presents The Gardens of Emily Dickinson Wednesday, November 1, from 3-4 p.m. Homewood Senior Center Join us at the Homewood Senior Center and get inspired by a poet’s garden. Birmingham Botanical Gardens Archivist Jason…
Read More »Storypalooza Wednesdays, November 1-15 and 29, from 10-10:30 a.m. in the Round Auditorium (Preschool) Join us for a good ol’ time with Miss Aaliyah’s energizing storytime to get everyone ready for the day! Barks and Books Wednesdays,…
Read More »The Lyric: A Visual History Sunday, October 1, from 3-4 p.m. Large Auditorium Built in 1914 for the Vaudeville circuit, the Lyric is one of few theatres still existing today that was specifically designed to maximize the acoustics and close seating…
Read More »Spooky Photo Contest October 1-31 Virtual (6th-12th Grade) Anyone who is familiar with Ransom Rigg's books knows how a spooky picture can spark creativity. Wondering what's going on in the photo, who the people may be, and who is behind the…
Read More »Storywiggles Monday, October 2 & 30, from 9-9:30 a.m. in the West Homewood Senior Center (Preschool) Start off your week with an off-site storytime at the West Homewood Senior Center one Monday a month where she will be telling entertaining…
Read More »(K-12th Grade) The Homewood Public Library seeks to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of local Jefferson County students. Students may submit one original work of art produced within the last 12 months. Pieces must be exhibition ready and…
Read More »Introduction to Computers Wednesday, September 6, from 2:30 - 4 pm Computer Training Lab & Zoom Learn the basics of operating a computer. (Geared towards Seniors & Beginners) Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org. Introduction…
Read More »7th Annual Homewood Public Library Student Art Contest Friday, September 1-Saturday, September 30 (K-12th Grade) The Homewood Public Library seeks to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of local Jefferson County students. Students may…
Read More »7th Annual Homewood Public Library Student Art Contest September 1- 30 (K-12th Grade) The Homewood Public Library seeks to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of local Jefferson County students. Students may submit one original work of…
Read More »Pop-Up Sushi Class for Adults Wednesday, September 2, from 6-8 p.m. Large Auditorium Love sushi? Learn how to make your own sushi rolls at home! Class is taught by Kelly Viall from Birmingham Sushi Class. All supplies included. Register online at…
Read More »Join us for any of these open book discussions to discuss Tayari Jones' masterpiece of storytelling. An American Marriage takes an intimate look deep into the souls of people who must reckon with the past while moving forward—with hope and…
Read More »Homewood Public Library Adults Events - August 2023 Not Your Mama's Book Club - Soul Groups & Soul Contracts with Betsey Grady Tuesday, August 1, from 2-3 p.m. Boardroom No book reading required, discussion group only. Join us as…
Read More »Magic: The Gathering for Teens Tuesday, August 1, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in Room 102 (6th-12th Grade) Interested in learning about Magic: the Gathering? Each game represents a battle between wizards known as “planeswalkers”, who employ…
Read More »Water Play Day! Tuesday, August 1, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Library Parking Lot (All Ages) We are slidin’ into the last week of Summer Reading, and what is better than an inflatable waterslide, mini pools, and cool treats to celebrate?…
Read More »Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now Monday, May 22-Sunday, August 6 Sign up at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr (Ages 12-18) Sign up online beginning May 22. For every three books or audiobooks you check out in-person or online, you earn a chance to…
Read More »Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now Monday, May 22-Sunday, August 6 in the Children’s Department (Ages 0-12) Summer is finally her, and we are ready for another spectacular summer reading program with you! Starting on May 22, come by the…
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Read More »Henna for Adults with September Reed Saturday, June 3, from 11 a.m-12 p.m. in the Large Auditorium Learn the ancient art of henna tattoos. Learn how to create henna designs and receive a temporary henna stain. All supplies provided. Register…
Read More »Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now Monday, May 22-Sunday, August 6 Sign up at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr (Ages 12-18) Sign up online beginning May 22. For every three books or audiobooks you check out in-person or online, you earn a chance…
Read More »Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now Monday, May 22-Sunday, August 6 in the Children’s Department (Ages 0-12) Summer is finally her, and we are ready for another spectacular summer reading program with you! Starting on May 22, come by…
Read More »Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now Monday, May 22-Sunday, August 6 Sign up at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr (Ages 18 and up) Sign up online beginning May 22. For every three books or audiobooks you check out in-person or online, you earn a…
Read More »Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now Monday, May 22-Sunday, August 6 Sign up at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr Kids Summer Reading (Ages 0-12) Starting on May 22, sign up online, pick up a goodie bag and choose a book to keep! Then, mark off each…
Read More »Upcoming Meetings City Council meets next on Monday, May 22 at 6pm. Here is a copy of Monday's Council AGENDA and a current list of PUBLIC NOTICES. - May 22: City Council - June 1: Board of Zoning Adjustments - June 5: Council Committees - June…
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Read More »Not Your Mama’s Book Club - Let’s Talk About Aging with Grace Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 2-3:30 p.m. Boardroom No book reading required, discussion group only. Join us as we welcome Lee Irwin, author of Radiant Wise Woman: Breaking…
Read More »Jane Austen Regency Ball Saturday, April 1, from 7-9:30 p.m. Large Auditorium Optional practice session from 3:30-5pm. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the Ball The Jane Austen Society of North America-Alabama Region invites you to join us for a…
Read More »Teen Poetry Contest Friday, April 1 – Sunday, April 30 In honor of National Poetry Month, the Homewood Public Library is holding a poetry contest for 6th-12th graders. Create an original poem (maximum 2 pages in length) in any poetry…
Read More »Breakfast Club Saturday, April 1, from 9:30-11 a.m. in the Round Auditorium (All Ages) Come by for some yummy cereal and entertaining activities to wake you up on a Saturday morning! TCLKNOW IT ALL Homeschool Hour: Know It All! Monday, April 3,…
Read More »Read It & Eat Book Club – Remarkably Bright Creatures Wednesday, March 1, from 6:30-8 p.m. Urban Cookhouse Join us as we explore Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. This book is a charming, witty and compulsively readable…
Read More »6 Word Story Contest for Teens February 1–28 Legend has it that Ernest Hemingway placed a bet that he could write a story in just six words. If the legend is true, he won with “For Sale: Baby Shoes, Never Worn.” Now it is your…
Read More »Homewood Public Library Computer Classes February 2023 Check out items from our Library of Things by clicking this link! Windows 11 Wednesday, February 8, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Computer Training Lab & Zoom Learn some of the new features of…
Read More »Storypalooza Wednesdays, February 1-22, from 9:30-10 a.m. in the Round Auditorium (Preschool) Join us for a good ol’ time with Miss Aaliyah’s energizing storytime to get everyone ready for the day! Barks & Books Wednesdays February…
Read More »Staff Movie Picks – Elvis Wednesday, February 1, from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Board Room This epic drama explores the life and music of Elvis Presley as seen through the complicated eyes of his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. This movie is rated…
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Read More »Bingo! Teen Winter Reading Challenge January 1-31 For the month of January, The Homewood Public Library Teen Department will kick off Bingo! Teen Winter Reading Challenge. Teens, stop by the Teen/Adult desk and pick up your bingo card and get to…
Read More »Introduction to Computers Wednesday, January 11, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Computer Training Lab & Zoom Learn the basics of operating a computer (Geared towards Seniors). Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org. Google Docs Thursday,…
Read More »Homeschool Hour: Know It All! Monday, January 9, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Round Auditorium (K-5th Grade) Learn from local organizations what exciting and educational programs they offer for children. This month, the Jefferson County Conservation…
Read More »Homewood Public Library Adult Programming - January 2023 Not Your Mama’s Book Club - Let’s Talk About Aging with Grace Tuesday, January 3, from 2-3:30 p.m. Boardroom No book reading required, discussion group only. Join us as we…
Read More »Tinker Tales Thursday, December 1, from 9:30-10 a.m. in the Round Auditorium (Preschool) Join Miss Erika for a fun-filled storytime! After stories it’s time to fire up your imagination and tinker around with friends for some Loose Parts Play.…
Read More »Teen Theatre Thursdays Thursday, December 1, 4-5 p.m. in Round Auditorium (6th-12th Grade) This bi-monthly program will focus on teaching the performing arts to aspiring teen thespians with assistance from the Red Mountain Theatre. Open to…
Read More »Adult Dungeons & Dragons: Advanced Players Thursday, December 1, from 6-8 p.m. Rm 102 Love D&D? We’re hosting an advanced players session twice a month. Bring your bring your 5th level character and play with other D&D fans.…
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