May Newsletter

Dear Valued Patrons,

I am pleased to announce the Prattville branch is OPEN once more! Upon entry, you may notice a significant portion of the right side of the library is walled off. (We are eagerly awaiting the delivery of a mobile classroom to provide us with additional space for programs.) The building engineers will inspect our space every 6 weeks to ensure the building is safe for use.

Down the road, it is clear that a new library location will be necessary. We anticipate remaining in our current space for the next 2 - 3 years and are committed to keeping you informed as plans develop. In the interim, please consider supporting the library by visiting in-person, attending a program, volunteering or giving if you are able. Like many of you, I deeply value this community library. Regardless of our physical address, our mission remains the same: to provide a safe and inviting place where residents can interact with each other; find information about their community; investigate a wide range of topics pertaining to their work, school and lives; and develop a love of reading and learning that will continue throughout their lives.

Thank you for your patience, trust and continued support. I look forward to personally welcoming you back through the Autauga-Prattville Public Library doors.

Warm regards,

Tammy Bear

Autaugaville

Wednesday 9am - 2pm

Friday 9am - 4pm

Billingsley

Monday & Thursday 8am - 5pm

Marbury

Tuesday & Thursday 9am - 5pm

Friday 9am - 2pm

Prattville

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 10am - 6pm

Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10am - 5pm

Summer Reading Program

The Autauga-Prattville Public Library (APPL) is hosting the Summer Reading Program Kick-off Party on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Prattville Library branch. This free, family-friendly event marks the beginning of APPL’s annual Summer Reading Program. Attendees can enjoy bouncy houses, inflatables, face painting, games, crafts, and more. Every child will receive a goody bag filled with fun prizes. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Attendees can also place bids on silent auction items donated by local businesses, with all proceeds supporting the Library’s new building.

Birds of Alabama

Join us on Monday, May 19th at 11 a.m. for a special wildlife program presented by the Alabama Nature Center (ANC)! This exciting and educational event will focus on the beautiful and diverse birds of Alabama, offering a closer look at the fascinating species that call our state home. Learn how to identify different birds by their calls, colors, and flight patterns, and discover the unique behaviors and habitats that make each one special. Come and gain a deeper appreciation for Alabama’s feathered friends while enjoying a fun, interactive experience led by the expert naturalists from ANC.

Adults

Good Lookin' Cookin'

By: Dolly Parton & Rachel Parton George

Children

Good Luck, Ice Cream Truck!

By: Sorche Fairbank

Kim Ivey Children's Programmer

Kim has held the Children's Programmer position since June 2024. Before coming to APPL, she worked with children for over 20 years in early education as both a Preschool Teacher and Program Director. Kim is passionate about inspiring children to develop a love of reading and lifelong learning. The best part of her job is helping children learn and grow, and sometimes getting paid in original artwork drawn by her young friends.

Kim’s favorite authors and illustrators are Eric Carle, Lois Ehlert, Ezra Jack Keats, Langston Hughes, Doreen Cronin and Kevin Henkes,… just to name a few.