Piedmont Public Library
🏢 City of Piedmont · Piedmont, Alabama
Piedmont Public Library
Nestled at the foot of the Appalachian foothills in Calhoun County, the Piedmont Public Library has been a gathering place for readers, learners, and families in this northeast Alabama city — offering books, computers, free Wi-Fi, and programs year-round.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 106 North Main Street, PIEDMONT, AL 36272
Phone: +1-256-447-3369
Website: piedmontcity.org
Plus Code: 865PW9FP+8H (PIEDMONT, AL)
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📖 About Piedmont Public Library
The Piedmont Public Library is a city-operated public library at 106 North Main Street in Piedmont, Alabama, serving a community of roughly 4,800 residents across Calhoun and Cherokee counties. The library offers a broad collection of books and DVDs, public computers with free internet access, and connects all Alabama residents to the statewide Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) for premier databases and digital resources at no charge. Children and teens are served through a popular Story Time series and an annual Summer Reading Program. Library Director Donna Garmon oversees daily operations and can be reached at donna.garmon@piedmontcity.org or (256) 447-3369. Piedmont is also home to the Chief Ladiga Trail — nearly 100 miles of paved rail-trail through the Appalachian foothills — making the library a natural anchor for both residents and trail visitors exploring the region.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Located at 106 North Main Street in the heart of downtown Piedmont
- Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8 AM–4 PM; Wednesday 8 AM–noon
- Free public computers and Wi-Fi for all cardholders and visitors
- Annual Summer Reading Program and regular Story Time for children and youth
- Gateway to the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) — statewide databases free to all residents
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your Piedmont library card unlocks the full Alabama Virtual Library suite at no cost.
📚 Services
- Book and media lending
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) access
- Online catalog (Koha/ByWater)
- Story Time (children)
- Summer Reading Program
🎸 Programs
- Story Time — regular sessions for young readers and families
- Summer Reading Program — annual challenge for children and teens
- Public computer and internet access for job seekers and students
📍 Nearby Libraries in Northeast Alabama
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Piedmont Public Library's hours?
The library is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon). The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Is the Piedmont Public Library near the Chief Ladiga Trail?
Yes. The library sits in downtown Piedmont at 106 North Main Street, close to the Chief Ladiga Trail — one of Alabama's longest paved rail-trails, stretching nearly 100 miles through the Appalachian foothills. Trail visitors often stop in to use the Wi-Fi or browse the collection.
How do I access the library's online catalog?
The Piedmont Public Library uses the Koha system hosted by ByWater Solutions. You can search the catalog, place holds, and renew items at piedmont.bywatersolutions.com.
What is the Alabama Virtual Library and is it free for Piedmont residents?
Yes — the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) is a state-funded program providing free 24/7 access to databases, magazines, academic journals, and eBooks for every Alabama resident. Students, job seekers, and general readers all qualify. Ask library staff for your access details or visit avl.lib.al.us directly.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.
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