Friends of the Homer Library

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, including outreach and lifelong learning.

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Library Hours

Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10am-6pm

Tuesday and Thursday,

10am-8pm

Homer Public Library Calendar

For a complete list of Homer Library events and class happenings, go to the main Homer Library website.

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Support the Library

Do you love the Homer Public Library?

We do. A lot.

We believe that a great library is a centerpiece of every vibrant community. When you support your library, you support lifelong learning and curiosity.

Are you interested in offering support? We make it easy. You can...

VOLUNTEER

Summer@HPL 2026: Plant a Seed, Read!

Watch young imaginations bloom this summer with our 2026 theme: Plant a Seed, Read! Just as seeds grow into vibrant plants, we’re helping young people grow into great readers. Participants will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty in the summer garden or branch out with exciting programs like music workshops, photography classes, and an ASL club. Whether they're making seed paper, displaying their Lego masterpieces, or playing games with friends, there's something for everyone to discover what 'takes root' for them!"

Learn about the reading challenge & check out the youth activities happening this week at:
https://www.cityofhomer-ak.gov/library/summer-hpl-2026

Kids Book Club
Seed Paper Making
Book Bingo
Photography for Teens
and more!

Erin Cline

Author Talk

Thursday, July 23, 2026 / 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Homer Public Library's Fireside Lounge

Join us at the library to hear from renowned scholar and prolific author, Erin Cline who published two books in 2026. The Analects: A Contemporary Translation is a bold, innovative, and inviting translation of one of the most influential texts in human history. The Problem of God: The Challenges of Faith, Religion & Spirituality Today is a fascinating exploration of religious belief as the key to understanding ourselves and other people, societies, and cultures.

Erin Cline is the Paul J. and Chandler M. Tagliabue Distinguished Professor in Interfaith Studies & Dialogue at Georgetown University, where she teaches Chinese philosophy and comparative religion. Raised in Homer, Alaska, she holds a bachelors’ degree in Philosophy from Belmont and her M.A. and PH.D. in Philosophy from Baylor University.She lives near Washington, D.C. with her three children, and enjoys playing and singing bluegrass and traditional Irish music, and visiting Homer in the summers.

Help us grow

Summer Readers!

Watch young imaginations bloom this summer with our 2026 theme: Plant a Seed, Read! Just as seeds grow into vibrant plants, we’re helping young people grow into great readers. Participants will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty in the summer garden or branch out with exciting programs like music workshops, photography classes, and an ASL club. Whether they're making seed paper, displaying their Lego masterpieces, or playing games with friends, there's something for everyone to discover what 'takes root' for them!"

Stop by the library to sponsor a reader. For each $25 donation, chose a colorful paper tulip to "plant" in the flower boxes on display, and receive a packet of wildflower seeds to grow at home. Our goal is to fill the flower boxes and raise $2000 to support Summer Readers!

BOB the Bookmobile

Summer Schedule

2026

Tech Help

Meets on the

1st and 3rd

Thursdays of the month

5:30 - 7:30 PM

Meets in the Homer Public Library

Conference Room or Study Room

Knitting Circle

Mondays

1:30pm-4:30pm

All experience levels welcome!

Meets in the Homer Public Library

Conference Room

SPARC

South Peninsula Amateur Radio Club

Meets on the

1st Tuesday each month

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Meets in the Homer Public Library Conference Room

LARP

Live Action Role Play

Fridays

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Meets in the Homer Public Library Conference Room

Reading Between the Lines

Each Sunday morning at 9:35 am on KBBI, our local public radio station, you can hear book reviews, upcoming events, and “audio bibliographies.”

Youth Programs

A love of reading and learning begins early, and we strive to support opportunities for kids and families to grow together.

BOB the Bookmobile

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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Become a Member

We 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.

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Donate Now

When 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.

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