Atmore Public Library

The Atmore Public Library is public library primarily serving Atmore, Alabama and the surrounding communities. The system is a Department Of the city of Atmore and receives funding from the city of Atmore, Escambia County and the state of Alabama.

Services

In addition to basic services, participation in several interlibrary loan systems, and internet access at all locations, the Mobile Public Library provides a range of other services. Library cards are made available to all residents in the Atmore area as well as to residents of northwestern Escambia County, Florida, northeastern Baldwin County and southern Monroe County. Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) cards are also made available for free.

References

Basic reference material and on-line tools are available. Research materials on many subjects including business, laws and regulations, medicine, biographies, art and collectibles, colleges and careers, patents and trademarks, and travel are also available. The system also offers telephone reference assistance, document delivery by fax, and reference research appointments.

Youth services

This department attempts to meet the needs and interests of children and young adults through the various library collections, services and programs. Books, movie DVDs and VHS, music CDs, and audiobooks are available to be checked out. Story time for young children is also provided.

Disabilities

All branches provide handicapped access, materials, and services for patrons with disabilities. A few of the services provided are magnifying glasses, large type books, books for and AbOUT the handicapped, and instructional books and videos on sign language. In addition, recorded books on discs and cassettes and the equipment for using them are available on free loan to eligible individuals from the Alabama Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped in Montgomery, Alabama.