Westside Public Library
🏢 Etowah County · Altoona, Alabama
Westside Public Library
Westside Public Library serves the Walnut Grove and Altoona communities of Etowah County from its location along Walnut Grove Road — a locally rooted branch offering books, computers, and free statewide digital resources.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9am–5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–2pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 9am–5pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 5151 Walnut Grove Road, ALTOONA, AL 35990
Phone: +1205-589-6699
Plus Code: 866M3M3R+JX (ALTOONA, AL)
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📖 About Westside Public Library
Westside Public Library provides Etowah County's westside communities — including Altoona and Walnut Grove — with a circulating collection, free public computers, and wireless internet. Patrons of any age can register for a free library card and access Alabama Virtual Library (AVL), the state-funded portal that delivers research databases, eBooks, and homework help to every Alabamian at no charge. Tuesday hours close at 2pm, and the library is closed on Wednesdays and weekends, so planning ahead is recommended. Staff are glad to help with book selections, computer questions, and connecting patrons to digital resources beyond the physical collection.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves Altoona, Walnut Grove, and Etowah County's westside communities
- Free public computers and wireless internet available during open hours
- Free library card for all Alabama residents — no borrowing fees
- Access to Alabama Virtual Library (AVL): databases, eBooks, and research tools statewide
- Shorter Tuesday hours (9am–2pm) — plan visits accordingly
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free library card unlocks Alabama's statewide digital resources around the clock:
📚 Services
- Free public computers
- Wireless internet (Wi-Fi)
- Printing and copying
- Free library card
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) access
- Children's and adult circulating collections
- DVD and audiobook lending
🎸 Programs
- Summer Reading Program
- Story Time for young children
- Homework help and reader advisory
📍 Nearby Libraries in Etowah & Northeast Alabama
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are Westside Public Library's open days and hours?
The library is open Monday, Thursday, and Friday 9am–5pm, and Tuesday 9am–2pm. It is closed on Wednesdays and all weekend days. Call (205) 589-6699 to confirm hours before visiting.
Where exactly is Westside Public Library located?
The library sits at 5151 Walnut Grove Road, just off the Walnut Grove community in Etowah County, serving both the Altoona and Walnut Grove areas.
How do I get a free library card at Westside Public Library?
Visit the library with a photo ID and proof of your current Alabama address. Library cards are free for all Alabama residents and unlock borrowing privileges as well as free access to Alabama Virtual Library online.
What digital resources can I access with a Westside library card?
Your card gives you free access to Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) at avl.lib.al.us — a state-funded platform with research databases, eBooks, genealogy tools, and homework help available 24/7 from any device.
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