Florence-Lauderdale Public Library
First, we must talk about the appearance of the library and
dispel any thoughts of a gloomy, dusty book depot. It is quite the opposite.
This stereotype is immediately debunked as you walk into the front doors of the
library, which face Wilson Park’s famous fountain and lovely spring scenery. Upon
entering the library you’re greeted with a capacious, open atrium decorated
with modern chandeliers and stately columns. To your right is an adorable kids’
section with artificial trees that reach the ceiling and offer a canopy to sit
under and read. To the left are rows of books and your fiction section. It’s a
spacious, airy atmosphere with floor to ceiling windows and a place you
wouldn't mind getting lost in with a good book on a rainy or sunny day. While
it’s a relatively quiet getaway, it’s also busy with activity up and
downstairs.
On the main floor you can find the Fiction, Young Adult, and
Children’s section as well as periodicals and quiet places to sit and read,
work, or study. Upstairs hosts the Non-Fiction, historical, and movie sections,
and includes computers open for public use. This floor is bustling with adult
computer and technology classes, and historical displays. Right now they have
artifacts and information set up on Tennessee during the War of 1812. The
exhibition is a fun way to learn and the kids will love looking at the wax
figures and glass cases with antique relics. In addition, they have scholarly
discussion and presentations throughout April on various topics about the
display. There are so many free activities, opportunities, and classes
available at the library that I can only name a few, but first I want to focus
on all the events available for children.
The kids’ section of the library is full of fun and
educational happenings. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30am there is “ABC’s
Under the Trees”, another program on Thursday’s at 10:30am specifically for 2 year
olds, and even a class for babies on Friday mornings at 10:30am. There is
something for every age including teenagers where they can find help on their
homework at their after school program on Tuesday’s at 4:00pm. There’s also a
Mother-Daughter book club and reading program for everyone. Honestly, there is
just too much to name. Every day they have something going on including a Lego
club and Friday night “Family Movie Night” where they serve free popcorn and
juice. Parents, if you’re stuck at home wondering what to do with your kids,
head to the library right now and they will find something to do, whether it’s
simply reading or participating in one of the many free classes the library has
to offer.
There are also plenty of things for adults to do besides
checking out a book or movie. Computer and technology classes are offered
upstairs including Google Series, Beginner Series, and Microsoft Office Series.
You can check out a guitar or learn a new language; or if you need a quiet
place to study or conduct a business meeting there are study and meeting rooms
available for reservation. The best part about it is everything is free! Keep
an eye out on the FLPL website and check in for new and exciting programs all the
time. On your way out of the library stop by the Friends’ Bookstore where books
and magazines can be purchased for next to nothing. The money made by the
bookstore is used to help support the library. There are tons of books
circulating the bookstore that are old and new—you can also drop off old books
that are crowding your bookshelves at home and clear up space for some new
reading. Right next door Bookmarks Coffee Shop is ready to serve delicious
coffee, snacks, and lunch options. It’s an adorable little coffee shop, perfect
for a quick read or a break during your study session. There is just so much to
do at Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, so if you don’t have your library
card yet, today is the day to pick it up and let the fun begin!
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