| FRIENDS OF THE HOMER LIBRARY Our mission is to provide support for the Homer Public Library programs and services, to raise funds that enrich the library experience, and to promote the use and enjoyment of the library. |
COVID Safety UpdatesOur Homer Public Library is open to patrons, no appointment necessary. Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10am-6pm Tuesday and Thursday 10-8pm With the current surge of Covid cases in the area, wearing a face mask is required while practicing social distancing in the building. Curbside check out is still available, as well as, Alaska Digital Library, laptop checkout and more. See Homer Public Library website for more information. FHL is staying relevant and involved as we meet monthly, planning, building and scheming behind the scenes to continue to support library programs/services and to enrich the library experience. |
LIBRARY NEWS
2021 Lifelong Learning Award Winners AnnouncedThank you to KBBI AM 890 for facilitating an on-air 2021 Celebration of Lifelong Learning, on Wednesday, April 7 during the regularly scheduled Coffee Table. We were honored to celebrate Lifelong Learner Award recipient Deb Lowney, and Youth Learner Award recipient Larry Dunn! For the second year in a row the National Center on Women in Technology honored 3 Alaskan recipients of the Award for Aspirations in Computing: Olivia Glasman (Homer), Delilah Harris (Homer) and Hailee Wallace (Kodiak). You can listen to an audio recordings of Celebration of Lifelong Learning below: April 7, 2021 Coffee Table Part 1 April 7, 2021 Coffee Table Part 2 |
PROGRAMS
Reading Between the LinesEach Sunday morning at 9:35 am on KBBI, our local public radio station, you can hear book reviews, upcoming events, and “audio bibliographies.” |
Summer Reading Program
A love of reading and learning begins early, and we strive to support opportunities for kids and families to grow together. |
Our goal with our beautiful bookmobile is to spread library services throughout Homer. |
Celebration of Lifelong Learning
Celebration of Lifelong Learning is an annual event which honors members of our community who prioritize learning and have a passion for sharing their knowledge with others. |
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Sign up for the NewsBe the first to know what's going on at the Homer Public Library when you sign up for the monthly newsletter. | Become a MemberWe encourage you to support the Homer Public Library by becoming a Friend this year. Friends of the Homer Library enjoy twice-yearly opportunities to attend the members-only book sale preview night with music, treats, and first pick of thousands of bargain-priced books. | Donate NowWhen you make a donation to the Friends of the Homer Library, you are making an investment in your local library and in building a community dedicated to lifelong learning. |
Thank you to our business donors! |
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| FRIENDS OF THE HOMER PUBLIC LIBRARYFriends of the Homer Library is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 community organization.
907-435-3195
info@friendshomerlibrary.org
500 Hazel Avenue • Homer AK 99603 |