Programs for Adults

Several of our programs especially appeal to adult library patrons and offer opportunities to socialize and share insights about books, learn or sharpen tech skills, or even become family historians. We also provide a free home delivery books service for our elderly and/or homebound residents.

Crochet Club

Come craft with us; every Saturday from 9:30am to 12noon! Open to any skill level or craft; crochet, knit, cross stitch… If you are a beginner we can get you started! If you’re an experienced crafter, drop in to start a new project or bring those WIPs (works-in-progress) and visit with other crafters! Must bring your own supplies.

NAMI Support Group

A recovery support group that offers respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope. This group is open to all and is FREE to attend. Every Thursday at 4pm!

For more information contact: Neal Vickers, CPS (256) 200-9559 or email nealwilson70@gmail.com

Computer Classes

Want to learn how to use a computer, or maybe just use one more effectively? Join us at the library for some hands-on training. Check https://calhoun.edu/computer-basics-and-microsoft-office-basics-class/ for class sessions or contact Venedetta Long at venedetta.long@calhoun.edu or call (256) 306-2536.

We have collections of great how-to videos for at-home learning through Niche Academy. Click the links below to see the tutorials by category.

Genealogy

Researching your and your family’s origins can be fascinating and provides many people a stronger sense of connection to their ancestors and places and people today. Our Shelby Southard History Room is a great place to start with many online resources for genealogy work.

Free Home Delivery for Homebound Residents

Books make excellent company for people who can’t get out and socialize, and that’s why we offer At Your Doorstep, a free book delivery service for homebound Limestone County residents. Books and other materials are delivered by library staff, The Limestone Council on Aging within the city, and the U.S. Postal Service in the county. Homebound patrons never have overdue fines, shipping costs, or other fees.

To be eligible, you must:

Be an Athens city or Limestone County, resident.
Hold a valid Athens-Limestone County Public Library card. We can sign you up over the phone or send an application by mail or fax if needed.
Be unable to access the library due to a temporary or long-term physical or medical disability.