From August 1-31, 2022 at the Homewood Public Library, we have selected works on display from Birmingham Needlearts. Birmingham Needlearts is part of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America and inspires a passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its history. You can share your love of the needle with others by…
You’ve likely seen some new faces at HPL and we’re excited to introduce you to Meredith M. in the Children’s Department! Meredith has an extensive background in working with educational organizations, including the World War II Museum. To get to know Meredith, we asked her some silly and very serious questions. She was happy to…
It is that time of year again…the Homewood Public Library’s Fall Teen Poetry Contest! Each Fall we challenge our 6th-12th graders to get creative with their writing. We’re excited to announce the selected poems! Each writer will receive a prize bag that includes books, a gift card, and other awesome items. Winners will be…
In September 2021, the Homewood Public Library hosted the 2nd annual Snapshots Online Photography Contest for Teens. Designed by the Teen Advisory Board, this contest was open to local 6th-12th graders who had an interest in photography. The Library received triple the entries this year versus 2020! To view all submissions, please click here. The…
If you’ve visited the Library since we’ve re-opened you’ve likely noticed our new addition. In 2020, we took the time to complete the Ridge Road expansion and move our Computer Lab upstairs. This new facility features 4 new study rooms, an expanded courtyard, and the brand new Computer Lab! To help staff the new Computer…
You’ve likely noticed many new faces around the Library. Since we are back up 7 days a week, we brought on a few new staff members to help. Meet Natalie! She is part-time in the Circulation Department and is excited to join the HPL staff. She was open to answering our interview questions as a…
