Library Hours:

Sunday Closed

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 9 AM – 5 PM

Tuesday & Thursday 9 AM – 7 PM

Saturday 9 AM – 2 PM

The Gadsden Public Library and its Alabama City Genealogy Branch will be closed July 4 – 6 for the Fourth of July holiday. We will reopen at 9 AM on June 7. Have a safe holiday!

Beautiful Rainbow Café!

Located in the Gadsden Public Library & in partnership with the Gadsden City School

System!

Tuesday: 11 AM – 1 PM lunch

Wednesday: 11 AM – 1 PM lunch

Thursday: 11 AM – 1 PM lunch

Friday: 11 AM – 1 PM lunch

Saturday/Sunday/Monday: CLOSED

Coffee, Tea, & Sweets: All afternoon.

In the event of inclement weather, Beautiful Rainbow Café will observe closing for weather days as they occur and as they are called by the Gadsden City School System.

The Friends of the GPL Bookstore

Now open Monday-Friday, 10 AM-4 PM

Shop our pre-owned selection of former library and patron-donated books, CDs, & DVDs! Fiction, non-fiction, signed, rare…you never know what you’re going to find!

GPL Oral History Project

When: By appointment only.

Want to share your nostalgic stories about what it was like growing up in Gadsden? Were you in the military? Do you have an interesting story to tell? Then join the Gadsden Public Library in our ongoing effort to preserve the oral history of Gadsden and Etowah County. Interviews are now being conducted.

If you are interested, please contact Craig at: 256.549.4699, ext. 2120.

GPL Adult Services

GPL Monthly Virtual Civil Legal Advice Clinic

When: July 14, 2-4 PM

Where: Zoom

Do you have civil legal questions? Join the Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program via Zoom for their Virtual Legal Advice Clinic. From 2-4 PM, volunteer attorneys will be available via Zoom to answer civil legal questions. Efforts will be made to match individuals who need further assistance with an attorney willing to do pro bono work. Additionally, information about the Alabama Bankruptcy Assistance Project, a free legal service that aids individuals needing to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, will be available.

For additional information, contact Tim at 256-549-4699, ext. 2124, tim@gadsdenlibrary.org; or

LaShunda at ext. 2126, lashunda@gadsdenlibrary.org

GPL Summer Bingo

When: July 15, 1:30-3:30

Where: Public Services

Do you like playing bingo? Do you like winning prizes? Join us in the Public Services area of the library for fun, fellowship, and great prizes! Free to participate.

For additional information, please contact LaShunda at 256-549-4699 ex. 2126.

GPL: What is Domestic Violence?

When: July 14, Noon

Where: Lena Martin Room

Eve Hamrick of 2nd Chance Inc. will define domestic violence and offer resources to help victims and their families. From 2nd Chance’s website: “2nd Chance provides support, advocacy, and resources for individuals affected by domestic violence. We are dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive community for survivors, offering crucial services such as emergency shelter, counseling, legal assistance, and more.”A light lunch will be served. For additional information, please contact LaShunda at 256-549-4699 ex. 2126.

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The Gadsden, Alabama Writers with Sonja McGiboney will resume meeting in October. For additional information, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4699, ext. 2126.

Fundamentals of Sports will resume in the fall. For additional information, please contact Tim at 256-549-4699, ext. 2124, or tim@gadsdenlibrary.org

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GPL Challenges of Chronic Pain

When: Tuesdays, 2-3 PM

Where: Computer Classroom (2nd floor)

This program is a “hybrid” program that will delve into some of the particulars of coping with chronic pain. Furthermore, there will be time allotted in the class for discussion and support.

For additional information or registration, please contact Tim at 256-549-4699, ext. 2124, or tim@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Sole Trainers Walking Club

When: Wednesdays & Fridays (excluding Holidays), Noon

Where: Underwood Park (across the street from the GPL Main Branch)

Join us on Wednesdays and Fridays at our Sole Trainers Walking Club! Walk at your own pace! Make friends!

For additional information, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4699, ext. 2126, or lashunda@gadsdenlibrary.org

GPL: Beginner Sewing

When: Wednesdays, 3-4:30 PM

Where: Computer Classroom (2nd floor)

Learn the basics of sewing with Ms. Angenetta Rodgers. Students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine. Seating is limited.

For additional information or registration, please contact LaShunda at 256.549.4699 ex. 2126 or via email:lashunda@gadsdenlibrary.org

GPL Tour

When: Every Wednesday, 10 AM & 4 PM

Where: 254 College Street.

The tour begins at the circulation desk. Get to know your library and the resources we offer! Bring your ID and leave with your FREE library card!

For additional information, contact Amy or Cait at 256.549.4699, ext. 2112.

GPL Yoga

When: Wednesdays, 4 PM

Where: Lena Martin Room

Ages 16 and up. A limited number of yoga mats are available for use. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing. This class is led by certified yoga instructor Barbara Hightower. No registration necessary.

For additional information, please contact Carol at 256.549.4699, ext. 2107.

GPL Get Fit While You Sit

When: Thursdays, 11 AM-12 PM

Where: Computer Classroom (2nd floor)

This program is designed for those who have mobility issues and desire low-impact exercise. Limited Seats.

For additional information or registration, please contact Tim at 256-549-4699, ext. 2124, or

tim@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Chess Club

When: Saturdays, 10AM-Noon (excluding City holidays)

Where: Fiction Department of the GPL

Chessboards and pieces may be requested for in-house use at the circulation desk. Beginners and pros welcome!

For additional information, please contact Jim at 205.359.9729, or biblio05@bellsouth.net.

Children’s Department GPL

Children’s Summer Reading Programs

When: July 2025, 10 AM

Where: GPL Children’s Department, unless otherwise specified.

July 11- Petting Zoo -come and pet our friends from 50 Shades of Hay Farm!

July 18 – Alabama Author Heather Montgomery Meet & Greet – Join the GPL in welcoming author and scientist, Heather Montgomery! Ms. Montgomery has written 18 children’s books and enjoys teaching children about nature and animals.

July 25 – Live Reptile Show with Dynamic Education Adventures – Ms. Jan, The Science Lady, will be with us to talk about reptiles!

For additional information, please contact the GPL Children’s Department at 256.546.4699 ext. 2118 or hanna@gadsdenlibrary.org

GPL Kid’s Read with Ginger!

When: July 10 & 17, 3-4 PM

Where: GPL Children’s Department

Read with Ginger the Therapy Dog! This program is designed to help struggling readers become all-star readers.

For additional information, please contact the GPL Children’s Department at 256.546.4699 ext. 2118 orhanna@gadsdenlibrary.org

GPL Ballerina Tea Party

When: July 29, 10 AM

Where: GPL Children’s Department, unless otherwise specified.

Join us and the ballerinas from Ballet Squared for a ballerina tea party! Wear your fanciest clothes!

For additional information, please contact the GPL Children’s Department at 256.546.4699 ext. 2118 or hanna@gadsdenlibrary.org.

GPL Junior Ballet

When: Tuesdays in July, 10-11 AM

Where: GPL Children’s Department

Ages 2-14 years. Dance instruction graciously provided by Ballet Squared.

For additional information, please contact the GPL Children’s Department at 256.546.4699 ext. 2118 or hanna@gadsdenlibrary.org.

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GPL Teen Hive

Spotlight Program: GPL-Con!

When: June 29, 2-5 PM