Eclectic Public Library
🏢 Alabama Public Library Service · Eclectic, Alabama
Eclectic Public Library
Eclectic Public Library anchors the heart of Elmore County's reading community on Main Street, keeping afternoon and Saturday hours that work for students and working families alike.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 1pm–5pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm–5pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 1pm–5pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9am–1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 50 MAIN STREET, ECLECTIC, AL 36024
Phone: +1334-639-4727
Website: avl.lib.al.us
Plus Code: 864MJXP7+9M (ECLECTIC, AL)
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📖 About Eclectic Public Library
Eclectic Public Library serves the small city of Eclectic in Elmore County, Alabama, from a storefront on Main Street just off U.S. Highway 143. The library is a member of the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS), the state agency that connects independent public libraries to shared collections, technology, and digital resources statewide. Cardholders enjoy free access to the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL), giving every patron in Eclectic the same online research and eBook resources available at much larger systems. The library's schedule — afternoon hours Monday through Thursday plus a Saturday morning session — is designed to fit around school dismissal and typical workday routines.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Open Mon, Tue & Thu 1–5 pm; Sat 9 am–1 pm — afternoons and Saturday for families
- Free library card for City of Eclectic and Elmore County residents
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) access — eBooks, audiobooks, and research databases
- Homework Alabama live tutoring, free for K–12 students and adults
- Member of the APLS statewide network for interlibrary loan and shared resources
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free Eclectic library card unlocks these statewide digital resources 24/7:
📚 Services
- Book lending — fiction, non-fiction, large print, and children's collections
- Public computers with internet access
- Free Wi-Fi
- Reference and readers' advisory assistance
- Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) database access
- Interlibrary loan through the APLS statewide network
🎸 Programs
- Summer Reading Program for children and teens
- Story time for young readers
- Community reading and literacy events
📍 Nearby Libraries in Elmore & Surrounding Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are Eclectic Public Library's current hours?
The library is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. It is closed Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Do I need to live in Eclectic city limits to get a library card?
No — cards are free for residents of both the City of Eclectic and all of Elmore County. Bring a valid photo ID and proof of current address on your first visit.
Can I borrow eBooks with an Eclectic library card?
Yes. The library participates in the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) program at avl.lib.al.us, which includes eBook and audiobook borrowing, plus Libby/OverDrive access for titles you can read on any device.
Is free tutoring available through the library?
Yes. Homework Alabama, available through AVL, provides live online tutoring via Tutor.com at no cost to all Alabama students in grades K–12 and adults — accessible any time, even from home.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in September 2026.
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