Collections
The library has a collection of 53,300 volumes in print encompassing current fiction and non-fiction for children, young adults, and adults. Over 200 volumes pertaining to the Civil War are available for reference, and displays of Civil War memorabilia.
Periodicals and Newspapers:
Current hardcopy magazines and newspapers are available for patrons to enjoy while visiting the library. Back issues of magazines up to one year are available. Magazines and newspapers may not be checked out.
Audio Material:
Audio CD’s and Play-away audios are available for checkout. These include fiction and non-fiction
Video Material:
DVD's may be checked out on an adult card. These include recreational and educational topics.
Reimagining School Readiness Kits
There are currently 10 Reimaging School Readiness (RSR) Kits available for circulation. These kits include books, games, and activity guides to assist in school readiness. Suitable from birth to age 8 years.
Special Services:
Pre-school Children's Story Time: Wednesday 9:30-10:00 am
Children enjoy stories, music, special guests and crafts.
Legos at the Library meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month 3:00-5:00 pm.
Stitches in the Stacks Crochet Club meets every Tuesday at 10:00 am.
Stitches in the Stacks Kids Crochet Club meets 1st Tuesday at 4:00 pm and 4th Friday at 10:00 am each month.
A-List Book Club meets 2nd Monday of each Month at 1:00 pm
BYOB Book Club meets 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 pm.
Summer Reading Program:
The library offers a professional quality summer reading program to all children from toddlers to teens. The program encourages children to read for pleasure and is designed to keep children reading year-round. The program also provides an opportunity for children to use computers, search the Internet and socialize with peers. Incentive prizes, entertaining programs and end of summer pool party are all part of the program.
Basic Computer Class:
On Fridays in the months of January, April, July, and October from 10:00-11:00, we offer a series of computer classes. Registration Required. Call 256-586-3366.
Learn how to use the mouse, surf the internet and set up an e-mail account.
Public Meeting Room
Public Computer Access
A library in good standing or a valid ID is required to use a computer.
Printer services
$0.25 per page
Free Wi-Fi
Photocopier
$0.25 per page
Faxing Services available.
$2.00 first page sent
$1.00 each additional
Domestic Only. No International
No received faxes
Friends of Arab Public Library:
This is a non-profit organization, operated on a strictly volunteer basis. Membership is $10.00 per year. Meetings are on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am in the library. The Friends operates a used book store located behind the Arab Public Library. All proceeds are used to purchase items for the library. Bookstore hours are Wednesday 10:00 am- 4:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am-1:30 pm.