Pleasant Grove Public Library
🏢 Jefferson County Library Cooperative · Pleasant Grove, Alabama
Pleasant Grove Public Library
Pleasant Grove Public Library has been serving western Jefferson County since 1973, offering a full calendar of recurring clubs — including Poetry, Book Club, Knit Wits, and Genealogy — alongside digital resources and free public computing.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 501 PARK ROAD, PLEASANT GROVE, AL 35127
Phone: +1 205-744-1731
Website: pleasantgrove.lib.al.us
Plus Code: 865MF2RH+9M (PLEASANT GROVE, AL)
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📖 About Pleasant Grove Public Library
Pleasant Grove Public Library opened in 1973 and is conveniently located on the ground floor of the Pleasant Grove City Hall building at 501 Park Road. The library serves a city of roughly 9,300 residents on the western edge of Jefferson County, north of Hueytown, with easy access via Interstate 59 from Birmingham. The library is a long-standing member of the Jefferson County Library Cooperative, which has provided countywide public library service since 1924 and was formally renamed the JCLC in 1997. One free card gives residents access to more than 40 library locations across Jefferson County. Director Jennie Patterson and Assistant Director Annette Holsomback lead a staff committed to connecting the community with books, programs, and digital resources.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Located inside Pleasant Grove City Hall at 501 Park Road — easy to combine with other city errands
- Weekly Genealogy sessions every Thursday at 9 AM — one of the few library genealogy programs in western Jefferson County
- Knit Wits meeting every Wednesday at noon — a popular community crafting group
- Recurring Poetry Club (2nd Wednesday) and Book Club (3rd Wednesday) throughout the year
- Part of the JCLC cooperative since 1973 — one card unlocks 40+ county library locations
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your free Pleasant Grove library card opens Alabama's statewide digital network and the JCLC's shared online resources:
📚 Services
- Public computers with internet access
- Free Wi-Fi
- Black and white printing ($.20/page)
- Color printing
- Fax service ($1/page local, $2/page long distance)
- Web-based printing
🎸 Programs
- Poetry Club — meets 2nd Wednesday each month
- Book Club — meets 3rd Wednesday each month
- Knit Wits — every Wednesday at noon
- Genealogy sessions — every Thursday at 9 AM
- Community events and seasonal programming
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is Pleasant Grove Public Library located?
The library is on the ground floor of Pleasant Grove City Hall at 501 Park Road, Pleasant Grove, AL 35127. From Birmingham, take Interstate 59 west to the Pleasant Grove exit and follow signs to City Hall. Call (205) 744-1731 with any questions.
Does Pleasant Grove Public Library offer genealogy research help?
Yes — the library hosts weekly Genealogy sessions every Thursday morning at 9 AM. These are open to the public and provide a great opportunity to research family history with fellow enthusiasts. Your free library card also gives you access to Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) databases, which include genealogical resources.
What recurring clubs and groups meet at the library?
The library hosts four regular programs: Poetry Club (2nd Wednesday), Book Club (3rd Wednesday), Knit Wits every Wednesday at noon, and Genealogy sessions every Thursday at 9 AM. All are open to the community and free to attend.
Can I use my Pleasant Grove card at other Jefferson County libraries?
Absolutely. Pleasant Grove Public Library is a member of the Jefferson County Library Cooperative (JCLC). Your free card is accepted at all 40+ JCLC branches across the county, and materials can be requested from any member library through the shared catalog.
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