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.

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.

SEE CALENDAR

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

The Celebration of Lifelong Learning

is an annual fundraiser for Friends of the Homer Library which honors members of our community who both prioritize learning and have a passion for sharing their knowledge with others. The 2025 Lifelong Learner Award goes to Carol Comfort-Waldorf and the Youth Learner Award to Beatrix McDonough.

The Celebration of Lifelong Learning will be held on Saturday, March 29, 6:30 pm at Homer Public Library. The evening will include appetizers by Vida’s Thai Food, desserts by Red Bird Kitchen, live music by Daniel Christ and Sophie Williams, a silent auction with fabulous prizes, sponsorships for youth participants of the Summer Reading Program, and of course, the Trivia Tree! Tickets are on sale at the Homer Bookstore, the library and via Friends of the Library board members for $50.

Kachemak Bay Recovery Connection

Fireside Chat at the Library

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

6:00 - 7:00PM

Join us at the library on April 8th, 6-7pm in the Fireplace Reading Lounge for a discussion about recovery from substance use disorders and community engagement. The discussion will be led by Willy Dunne, President of Kachemak Bay Recovery Connection and Annie Garay, Community Health and Wellness Educator for South Peninsula Hospital. Learn about local recovery support efforts and resources, and opportunities for community engagement. With an opportunity for Q&A following the discussion.

Conversation with City Council Member

Bradley Parsons

Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 12-1pm at the Library Meeting Room

Join Homer City Council Member Bradley Parsons and the Homer City Manager Melissa Jacobson to learn more about the latest city projects.

Feel free to bring your lunch and have an opportunity to share your thoughts/ideas and ask questions in this casual setting at the library.

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.

Sign up for the News

Be the first to know what's going on at the Homer Public Library when you sign up for the monthly newsletter.

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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