Storytimes near HOMEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

(Ages 0-5) Join us for a fun storytime perfect for toddlers who want to get all their energy out first thing in the morning! (Ages 0-5) Join us for a fun storytime perfect for toddlers who want to get all their energy out first thing in the morning!

Homewood Public Library, Computer Training Lab

Learn the basics of operating a computer. (Beginning Computer Users) If you have never used a computer before or want to start with the basics, this class is a great class to begin with. The class will mostly focus on learning how to turn the computer on and off and using a mouse and keyboard.

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

(Ages 0-12) Get ready for a time of reading, rhythm, and fun with Mr. Dave as he brings his newest children's book to life that will get kids (and grown-ups!) playing their own rhythmic tune! (Ages 0-12) Get ready for a time of reading, rhythm, and fun with Mr. Dave as he brings his newest children's book to life! This is a time of interactive storytelling as Dino Dan drums along that will get kids (and grown-ups!) playing their own rhythmic tune and getting down!

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

With Red Mtn. Theater (6th-12th Grade) This theater program will focus on teaching the performing arts to aspiring teen thespians with assistance from the Red Mountain Theatre.

Real & Rosemary

We will meet on the second Thursday this month at 6:30 p.m. at a local restaurant in Homewood. Food not provided by the library, but participants are encouraged to order beverages/food. This month we will meet at Real & Rosemary 1922 29th Street Ave S, Homewood, AL 35209 *Due to the holiday, this book club will meet on the second Thurdsay in July. Murder, movie stars, and mystery await those who climb aboard this cross-country train, inspired by the real-life history of the Hollywood Victory Caravan Hollywood, 1942. Jacqueline Love's acting career is flailing. Suddenly on the wrong side of 40, parts are drying up, directors are calling her "difficult," and Humphrey Bogart has definitely stopped taking her calls. Desperate to cling to stardom, Jackie takes the only gig that will have her: the Hollywood Victory Caravan, a train full of movie stars crossing the country to fundraise for the war effort. Jackie wouldn't call herself patriotic, but with her life's work on the line, she'll do anything. When a fellow star dies on board, everyone assumes the death was a tragic accident–but Jackie isn't so sure. Stuck in Chicago's Union Station, Jackie enlists the help of Grace, one of the few women in the police force, to investigate. But "difficult" outside of a movie set is dangerous, and when the pair fall into a homegrown Nazi scheme, Jackie must ask herself what's more important: her career, or her country? You can place this book on hold here: Last Stop Union Station

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

Catch some quality cinema with the local film community! In the prehistoric world, a Cro-Magnon tribe depends on an ever-burning source of fire, which eventually extinguishes. Lacking the knowledge to start a new fire, the tribe sends three warriors on a quest for more. With the tribe’s future at stake, the warriors make their way across a treacherous landscape full of hostile tribes and monstrous beasts. On their journey, they encounter Ika, a woman who has the knowledge they seek.

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

(Ages 3-6) Tumble down for a fun morning of learning how to use the balance beam, bars, vault, and tumble! Prior to registering, your child must be fully potty trained. Register online. (Ages 3-6) Tumble down to the Children's Department for a fun morning of learning how to use the balance beam, bars, vault, but most importantly, how to tumble! Prior to registering, your child must be fully potty trained. Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

Join us for this five part “lunch and learn” financial series aimed improved money management. The library will provide a light lunch as we learn the learn techniques about how to help protect yourself against identity theft and tips on what to do if you have been a victim. A light lunch will be available. Register for a head count on lunch only: www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

Broaden your horizons as Niki Sepsas presents another of his colorful programs featuring gorgeous travel destinations or fascinating historical adventures. A look at the remarkable life of one of the most celebrated authors in American literature.A look at the remarkable life of one of the most celebrated authors in American literature.

Homewood Public Library, Room 109

Learn art basics with fun activities. (4th-12th Grade) Young artists are welcome to join us and Kane Bourgeois in this bi-weekly art boot camp over the Summer. Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! All supplies provided, but you are more than welcome to bring any sketchbook or drawing supplies you may use, or a digital drawing interface.

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

(0-18 Months) Babies and caregivers are welcome to a lap sit storytime with our sweet librarians filled with early literacy tips, baby-friendly songs, and bubbles. (0-18 Months) Babies and caregivers are welcome to a lap sit storytime with our sweet librarians filled with early literacy tips, baby-friendly songs, and bubbles.

Homewood Public Library, Room 102

Stop Thinking and Start Writing! Rough Draft offers creative writing exercises to help you build your own story concepts!

Homewood Public Library

Summer is finally here, and we are ready for another spectacular summer reading program with you! Summer Reading 2026: Unearth A Story May 18-August 9 (Ages 0-12) Starting on Monday, May 18, come by the Homewood Public Library's Children's Department or visit our website at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr to sign up for summer reading. Once signed up, claim a free book at the Friend's Bookstore! You'll receive a calendar reading log to track each day you read or listen to an audiobook. Bring your log to our children's desk, and ask for every 3 days you mark off, you will earn an entry for our monthly drawings. Also, if you check out 5 items from the Children's Department, you can enter another set of cool prizes just by showing us your check out receipt. A handful of winners are going to be picked on Wednesday, July1 and Monday, August 10. Teen Summer Reading May 18 - August 9 (Ages 12-18) Sign up online beginning May 18 at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr . After signing up you will be assigned to one of four houses. For every three books or audiobooks you check out in-person or online, you earn a chance to enter the weekly drawing for a gift bag. You’ll get a reading list too, and each book read counts for one entry! Each entry is a point for your house. The team with the most points wins the year. Entries will be kept throughout the Summer, so each one will have a chance to win the grand prize drawing on August 10. Adult Summer Reading: Tales From the Writing Life May 18 - August 9 Adults of all Ages are invited to participate in our 2026 Summer Reading program: Tales from the Writing Life! All summer long we will offer a variety of programs that are writing and book themed including author talks, crafts, memoir writing, activities and more. In addition to our amazing programs, adults can also read books for a chance to win prizes! There are lots of ways to be entered into our weekly and grand prize drawings. For every book read or listened to, participants will get an entry into the prize drawing. Also, for every 3 items checked out, participants will get another entry. We will have a few new surprises this year, too, like genre teams and bonus ways to earn prizes. Stop by the Adult desk or sign up at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr to join in on the fun.

Homewood Public Library, Room 102

Unearth your life story with writing prompts. Journals, pens, pencils and prompts will be provided. Drop in between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm and spend some time recording your memories!

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

(Ages 0-12) Come learn about the largest shark to swim the ocean and handle million-year-old fossils in this hands on class with the River Raider. (Ages 0-12) Come learn about the largest shark to swim the ocean and handle million-year-old fossils in this hands on class with the River Raider.

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

Megalodons and more! (6th-12th Grade) Learn about ancient sharks like the Megalodon with River Raiders.

Homewood Public Library, HPL Virtual Room

Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org

Homewood Public Library, Computer Training Lab

Look at bones. (6th-12th Grade) Take part in a digital dissection through the Alabama Virtual Library. Spots are extremely limited.

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

(3rd-5th Grade) Bring your game face on and enjoy a thrilling challenge of laser tag! Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org (3rd-5th Grade) Bring your game face on and enjoy a thrilling challenge of laser tag! Register online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

(Ages 0-12) Get ready for poodles galore! Michelle and her wonderful poodles are back for a time of tricks and interactive fun with an educational spin. Cat lovers are also welcome. (Ages 0-12) Get ready for poodles galore! Michelle and her wonderful poodles are back for a time of tricks and interactive fun with an educational spin. Cat lovers are also welcome.

Homewood Public Library, Large Auditorium

(Ages 0-12) Get ready for poodles galore! Michelle and her wonderful poodles are back for a time of tricks and interactive fun with an educational spin. Cat lovers are also welcome. (Ages 0-12) Get ready for poodles galore! Michelle and her wonderful poodles are back for a time of tricks and interactive fun with an educational spin. Cat lovers are also welcome.

Homewood Public Library, Boardroom

“Great minds discuss ideas. Average Minds discuss events. Small minds discuss people.” Discussion group. All you need is an enquiring mind. Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 2pm. Where in our lives have we ever experienced the Divine Feminine? Throughout history, women's lives have been shaped by patriarchal religion. From the time we were tiny beings, many of us have been taught that we were sinful, unholy, and even caused sin in others. Yet, throughout human history, there have been frequent mentions, witnesses, and examples of the Divine Feminine. Let us listen and discuss!

Homewood Public Library, Room 109

Monthly animation classes. (6th-12th Grade) Explore basic animation with the Procreate program on iPad. IPads will be provided. If you have an iPad with Procreate already on it please note that in sign-up. Spots extremely limited.

Homewood Public Library, Admin Virtual Room,Computer Training Lab

Take your Microsoft Word skills to the next level in Part 2 of our beginner series. In this class, you’ll learn how to work with tables, insert images, use headers and footers, and more. Take your Microsoft Word skills to the next level in Part 2 of our beginner series. In this class, you’ll learn how to work with tables, insert images, use headers and footers, and apply advanced formatting tools to create polished, professional documents. Perfect for those who have completed Part 1 or have basic Word experience and want to expand their skills!

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

(3rd-5th Grade) Spend a relaxing summer afternoon crafting and creating with Miss Aaliyah and Miss Meredith. We will create projects in a variety of mediums including printmaking, fabric, and beading. (3rd-5th Grade) Spend a relaxing summer afternoon crafting and creating with Miss Aaliyah and Miss Meredith. We will create projects in a variety of mediums including printmaking, fabric, and beading.

City of Homewood Senior Center

Broaden your horizons as Niki Sepsas presents another of his colorful programs featuring gorgeous travel destinations or fascinating historical adventures. A look at whales, the largest creatures on earth, and the men who pursued them to the wildest, most remote corners of the globe.

Homewood Public Library

In this engaging, experience-based session, discover how Ayurveda approaches the intensity of summer through calming, cooling practices that help the body regulate and the mind settle. Participants will be guided through gentle breathwork and invited to sample refreshing seasonal infusions while learning approachable ways to maintain steady energy and comfort throughout the warmest months.

Homewood Public Library, Room 109

Masterpiece Makers is the perfect place for your creativity to shine! This monthly craft program is for adults of all levels and skills to come and explore their artistic side. Come and light up your Summer with these fun mason jar lights. Supplies provided. Registration Required.

Homewood Public Library, Boardroom

Join us on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. for discussions that entertain and grow your mind. Great books and satisfying discussions await you. Join us as we explore the latest title from John Green, award-winning author and passionate advocate for global healthcare reform, as he tells a deeply human story illuminating the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious disease. Tuberculosis has been entwined with hu­manity for millennia. Once romanticized as a malady of poets, today tuberculosis is seen as a disease of poverty that walks the trails of injustice and inequity we blazed for it. For years, Green has become a vocal advocate for increased access to treatment and wider awareness of the healthcare inequi­ties that allow this curable, preventable infec­tious disease to also be the deadliest, killing over a million people every year. Place the book on hold at hpl.pub/catalog.

Homewood Public Library, Round Auditorium

Join us as we learn to enhance our communication skills for work & life. Active listening, awareness of non-verbal cues, & the use of clear language are among the topics being covered. Interviews are some of the most highly evaluative situations we experience. Developing our verbal and nonverbal communication skills for these interactions can be incredibly beneficial for showcasing our most authentic self. In this seminar, Dr. Ashley George, Associate Professor of Communication Studies at Samford University, will introduce participants to skill-building strategies for these high-stakes experiences. Register for a head count only: www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org