There's a new children's section now! They have a little bookstore and a place to refill your water…read morebottle. they're building up a foreign language section too just Spanish, but they have a lot of Spanish! I moved to Jefferson County so I can no longer take out books, but I still go to buy some books and look at this gorgeous corner where you can just sit in the super comfy chair and read. It's very quiet here in this section. There's also a very short nature walk in behind the library. There's not too much literary fiction or highbrow stuff here but a lot of very popular authors. They do the best they can with the money they get from the county. And that isn't much.:(

I love this library. It's like a small town place you go and see people you know. I have taken my…read moregranddaughters there since they were babies. They loved all the kids activities and the summer reading program. Friendly staff. I give them 5 stars.

This is hands down one of our favorite libraries!…read more There's a ton of something for EVERYONE! They have teens section, kids section, a theatre I'm talking the works but the family section is why I'd say it's the BEST! The family section features soo baby things to do. For breastfeeding moms, there's a nursery for privacy. For moms with littles, there's an outside play area that's included. There's also classes for littles but register in advance because they do fill up. They also have tons of things to do throughout the month and a cute brochure to take home so you know what's happening when. Highly recommend (even if you're not a local and just stopping by).

I had a great experience with the Hoover Public Library! I placed a book on hold that had to be…read moretransferred from another library in the Birmingham area, and the process was smooth from start to finish. I received timely notifications, and the pickup was quick and easy once it arrived. The staff was friendly and helpful, and everything felt well-organized. It's so convenient being able to access books from other locations without any hassle!

Beautifully well kept bathrooms. The inside smelled much more like entering a spa than restroom…read more The outdoor spaces are serene. The children's area is lacking in the activity / resource area, especially in comparison to the Hoover Public Library. Lots and lots of books in great condition though! So if you're looking for a library to double as a learning space for children, this might not be the one for you. 3-star rating for "okay" or "average" because there are better branches in the area. However, this is a solid choice if you're nearby.

This is one of the best libraries in the Birmingham area! Very clean and comfortable. It has a good…read morevariety of books as well as activities they host. We attended a 3D printing class which was very cool and educational. Good spring break activity! I've used the rooms previously and they are great as well.

AKA The Jane B. Holmes Library. Although quaint, it has a nice selection and dabbles into all the…read morecategories you would expect, has public computers, a kid area, does readings on Tuesday and Thursdays for the kids (check website!), and the staff are super polite and helpful!

For such a small building, there's a surprisingly large collection of books available here! I was…read moreable to find both Blood& Fire and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms in stock, as well as a baking cookbook from the Culinary Institute of America. There's a HUGE section for various types of crafting and home activities.

Why am I giving this library a 2. For what I saw this morning . 10/5/2024 at 9 0'clock in the…read moremorning. I just came from their book sale. Before they opened a very rude woman berated a elderly woman. She was telling her that she should park by the woods instead of the library parking. The elderly woman told her twice I can't walk that far. Me and my husband parked in the library parking. If they would have did me that way I would have said bye. I don't have to spend my money here nor my time. It was rude and uncalled for!! Is this how you treat older people Alabaster?? Finally the third time she said you can park up here. Why did you make a big deal about it anyways. She was elderly!! She said not once but three times she couldn't walk that far. It was ridiculous and this is the Alabaster you try to say is a good place to live ha! I bought a few books but I'm honestly rethinking going to another one in the future if this is how your employees act. Your piney woods festival was a joke and has been for awhile. You barely had participants . Quit hounding older people and quit the nonsense. We were at the book sale under less than 10 min. Pretty sure the older lady wouldn't have been there for long either. I think I'm done with the rudeness of the employees here. You can rebuild another one all you like. Your employees are rude!!!

This is the Albert L. Scott library in Alabaster. I like it. The staff are kind & competent. Many…read morebooks the branch doesn't have can be requested from other libraries in Shelby County and picked up and returned at one's preferred branch. There is a handy app to accompany one's library card and keep track of things. The checkout time lengths are generous. I also appreciate the Junior Librarian program the library hosts to teach kids skills and provide volunteer hours. The Friends of the Library, a nongovernmental, separate supportive organization that hosts the biannual book sale and other fundraisers to enhance the library's offerings, has an ongoing sale in a little closet behind the fiction section where I've found several vintage books to add to my collection at home. The members of the Friends are upstanding people with generous hearts. I recently became a Friend.

My first time visiting HPL was recently. It was a pretty quick trip as I was here to attend a…read moreclothing swap event. I really like that there is ample parking. I must say I overestimated how huge this library was! I hate that I didn't have more time to explore. I am glad to know they are open on the weekends!

You can call me Belle because bay-beeeee, love to read! Libraries are one of my favorite places! I…read morewas here a few weeks ago for a Kiwanis interclub event. It was easy for me to park and find the room for the meeting. It was spacious and quiet, which makes for a good meeting spot. It's a nicely decorated location and I could easily see someone in a corner reading.

My son was invited to Samford for a football camp. Their football stadium and facilities are really…read morenice. They have done upgrades to the football stadium area over the last few years. If my son were to attend the school, I would definitely be in the crowd supporting.

An amazing college - from every perspective - student, parent, visitor, etc. Always welcomed and…read morealways top notch! Beautiful campus and an asset to Homewood and Birmingham.

Chelsea Public Library is so cute and tiny. Their staff was friendly and helpful to anyone who…read moreneeded assistance. I was kind of in and out, but I think this is a nice space for individuals to bring their kids for some summer learning/reading or simply for an avid reader of any age.

What a beautiful beautiful building! It's small but there are still enough books to choose from…read more It's roomy and so conveniently located on Highway 280. There's a drop off and enough handicapped parking. I believe they have a book sale twice a month. There's a picture of the old Chelsea library in there too which I think is sweet!

Great little library located in Mt. Laurel! Super friendly librarians that keep the library clean…read moreand in tip-top shape! The library is very small, but that does not limit the selection. They have a ton of DVDs and children's books available.