Library

Synonym: 
library

What We Offer

The Homer Public Library has something for everyone! We offer services galore from homebound item delivery to digital downloads.

Alaskan References - SLED

Audiobooks

Books

Computers and WiFi

Databases Online

Digital Downloads

Equipment

Programs and Events

There is always something going on at the library! Below is a list of ongoing programs. For special events, check the calendar.

For an ADA accommodation, such as an ASL interpreter, contact the library at 907-235-3180 or by email.

Live Homework Help

 

Get online tutoring for subjects like math, English, and history. Work with a live tutor or use the resources to study independently. 

Newly expanded hours: 8am-2am M-F, and noon-2am on weekends.

Proctored Tests

General Information

  • The Homer Public Library agrees to cooperate with institutions of higher learning in providing exam proctoring services as a courtesy to area residents
  • Examinations are typically offered Tuesday through Saturday, though other arrangements may be made with advance notice
  • If the test is to be taken on a computer, it must be compatible with the hardware and software available on library workstations
  • This service is subject to the availability of authorized staff

Suggest a Purchase

Is there a specific item you'd like the library to carry?

Feel free to email your purchase request to circ@ci.homer.ak.us.

Homebound Services

 

Homebound services delivers a variety of library materials to residents in assisted living, skilled nursing and retirement facilities as well as those still living in their homes.

Materials are selected based on the participant’s wants and needs and will be provided until the patron no longer desires it, or when eligibility criteria have lapsed.

Magazines and Newspapers

The library subscribes to a wide variety of magazines and newspapers for adults, young adults, and children.

Videos

The Homer Public Library owns almost 5,000 movies and TV shows on DVD and Blu-ray.

Titles include a wide range of genres and subjects. Check them out!

  • New Releases
  • Classic Films
  • Foreign Films
  • Family Entertainment
  • Children's Favorites
  • Documentaries
  • How-to videos
  • Educational materials
  • More…
     

DVDs and Blu-rays circulate for one week and can be renewed twice if there are no holds on the item.
Can't find the title you'd like?  You have options!

Books

The Homer Public Library book collection consists of over 40,000 books in the following sections: fiction, nonfiction, Alaskana, Russian language, large print, young adult, picture books, and more.

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