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Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Monday, August 4, 2025.
Dog Days of Summer Scavenger Hunt
Stop by the children's department to find all the missing dogs. When you find them all, visit the circulation desk for a prize.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: West End Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by the children's department to find all the missing dogs. When you find them all, visit the circulation desk for a prize. Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Monday, August 4, 2025 – Friday, August 29, 2025.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Monday, August 4, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Crochet Mafia
Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Monday, August 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Crafts, Conversation, and Community: Origami
Create origami and learn more about Japan. Plus, we will sample Japanese snacks. Eri Taguchi is Alabama's Japan Outreach Initiative coordinator at Samford University.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Create origami and learn more about Japan. Plus, we will sample Japanese snacks. Eri Taguchi is Alabama's Japan Outreach Initiative coordinator at Samford University. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Line Dancing with Ms. Mary
Learn the latest line dances with Ms. Mary. Good fun. Great workout.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn the latest line dances with Ms. Mary. Good fun. Great workout.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Between the Lines
Join us for a coloring activity.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a coloring activity. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Coding Club
During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Search the Youth Department for clues. Available all month.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Pamela Gordon. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4026. Contact Email: pamela.gordon@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Search the Youth Department for clues. Available all month.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Off the Hook Crochet
Crochet.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Crochet.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Community Connection
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Category: Civic & Community. Description: Community Connection. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Genealogy. Lectures & Discussions. Storytime.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Senior Clawz
Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Games & Puzzles
Stop by the library to play everything from old favorites like Monopoly or MarioKart, or try something new!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by the library to play everything from old favorites like Monopoly or MarioKart, or try something new! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Kaleidoscopes Craft
Stop by East Ensley library and learn how to create your own kaleidoscope.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Benjamin Bolton. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: benjamin.bolton@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Ensley Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by East Ensley library and learn how to create your own kaleidoscope. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Self-Care MasterMind: Community Edition
The Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition 2025 program series will be held in the Arrington Auditorium at the Central Library on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Monthly topics will address diet, nutrition, exercise, meditation, relaxation, journaling, and much more! The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition series is Christina (C. J.) Wade. Ms. Wade is a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Stage (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Event URL: https://www.cobpl.org/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D176982279. Description: The Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition 2025 program series will be held in the Arrington Auditorium at the Central Library on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Monthly topics will address diet, nutrition, exercise, meditation, relaxation, journaling, and much more! The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition series is Christina (C. J.) Wade. Ms. Wade is a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Classes & Workshops.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Community Stress Support
Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
West End Crocheters
Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra
Join us for Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra for a fun, low-impact workout with old school tunes.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra for a fun, low-impact workout with old school tunes.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Retirement Living Choices
Join us as we provide and share retirement living choices in the Birmingham area with local seniors.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we provide and share retirement living choices in the Birmingham area with local seniors. Event Type: Classes & Workshops.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Recipe Demo with Arlington Chef Murphree
Each first Wednesday of the month, Historic Arlington House Chef Murphree demonstrates one of his delicious seasonal recipes.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-907-3732. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Each first Wednesday of the month, Historic Arlington House Chef Murphree demonstrates one of his delicious seasonal recipes.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Play, Create, and Imagine Lab
During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station that they are interested and engage in epic play. At each station, youth will PCI(Play, Create, and Imagine) for fifteen minutes, then after time is up youth can rotate to a new station.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hands on Youth Activities Program
During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Thursday, August 7, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers Facebook Live program
Have you got questions about how to navigate the complexities of Medicare? Then let the Birmingham Public Library help you find the answers! Tune into BPL Facebook at 12pm Central Time on the first Thursday of every month in 2025 for Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers. Our program presenter is a local licensed insurance advisor, Albert McWilliams, Sr. Mr. McWilliams has been working as an insurance advisor in Birmingham since 2001. He has been a licensed ACA (Affordable Care Act) advisor since 2013.
What: Let’s Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers Facebook Live program
Dates: The first Thursday of each month, January-December 2025
January 2 • February 6 • March 6 • April 3 • May 1 • June 5 • July 3
August 7 • September 4 • October 2 • November 6 • December 4
Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. Central Time
Where: Birmingham Public Library’s Facebook page.
Audience: Seniors. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Event URL: https://www.facebook.com/BirminghamPublicLibrary. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Have you got questions about how to navigate the complexities of Medicare? Then let the Birmingham Public Library help you find the answers! Tune into BPL Facebook at 12pm Central Time on the first Thursday of every month in 2025 for Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers. Our program presenter is a local licensed insurance advisor, Albert McWilliams, Sr. Mr. McWilliams has been working as an insurance advisor in Birmingham since 2001. He has been a licensed ACA (Affordable Care Act) advisor s…
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
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Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chill Out Day
Chill out with some mindful activities and refreshments.
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Seasonal. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Chill out with some mindful activities and refreshments. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Seasonal.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Teen STEAM Club
During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be able to engage with slime and learn about the power of magnetism.
STEAM Puzzles- Teens will be able to engage with puzzles such as Tangrams and other puzzles for building important STEM skills.
Each Thursday, teens will participate in one of these activities for week.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime for kids of all ages to watch.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Event Type: Seasonal.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
An Alabama Song: An Exhibition by Tara Stallworth Lee
In the exhibition “An Alabama Song,” local artist Tara Stallworth Lee presents singular photographs of performers, writers, advocates, and venues – subjects that, in her eyes, portray “the beauty and struggle that is uniquely Alabama.” Her photographs are complemented by collage works, textiles, and sculpture. An opening reception will take place on Friday, August 8, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, in the First Floor Gallery. Lee is a studio resident at Ground Floor Contemporary and the inaugural artist in residence at Studio By The Tracks. She has spent over two decades teaching with organizations such as The Smithsonian Associates and the Alabama Prison Arts & Education Project.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: In the exhibition “An Alabama Song,” local artist Tara Stallworth Lee presents singular photographs of performers, writers, advocates, and venues – subjects that, in her eyes, portray “the beauty and struggle that is uniquely Alabama.” Her photographs are complemented by collage works, textiles, and sculpture. An opening reception will take place on Friday, August 8, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM, in the First Floor Gallery. Lee is a studio resident at Ground Floor Contemporary and the inaugural artist in residence… Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Friday, August 8, 2025 – Thursday, October 2, 2025.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Friday, August 8, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Friday Movie Matinee
Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Friday, August 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chill Mode
Gaming activities.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Babies. Registration Required: No. Description: Gaming activities. Event Type: Seasonal.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Adventures in Self-healing through Journaling
Local author Vallean Jackson will share the inspiration behind her writing, "It's Time to Unpack: A Self-Healing Journal," and demonstrate how journaling can be a valuable tool in the self-healing process. Attendees will learn self-healing tips, participate in writing exercises, and join in a Q&A discussion with the author. You will also have the opportunity to purchase Vallean Jackson's books.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Local author Vallean Jackson will share the inspiration behind her writing, "It's Time to Unpack: A Self-Healing Journal," and demonstrate how journaling can be a valuable tool in the self-healing process. Attendees will learn self-healing tips, participate in writing exercises, and join in a Q&A discussion with the author. You will also have the opportunity to purchase Vallean Jackson's books.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Cyanotype Workshop
Central Library, 4th Floor Auditorium
The Heirloom Society has teamed up with Jess from Studio Ember for a beginner-friendly Cyanotype Workshop! Attendees will learn about the history of cyanotype printing and see examples from the BPL Archives before heading outside to print their own bookmarks. All materials are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring any items they would like to use on their print, such as interesting leaves or feathers. This is a free event, but registration is required at cobpl.org.
For questions, contact Madison at madison.newport@cobpl.org or 205-226-3630.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Madison Newport. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3630. Contact Email: madison.newport@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Central Library, 4th Floor Auditorium
The Heirloom Society has teamed up with Jess from Studio Ember for a beginner-friendly Cyanotype Workshop! Attendees will learn about the history of cyanotype printing and see examples from the BPL Archives before heading outside to print their own bookmarks. All materials are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring any items they would like to use on their print, such as interesting leaves or feathers. This is a free event, but registration is required at cobpl… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Science & Nature.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Monday, August 11, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Crochet Mafia
Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Monday, August 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Between the Lines
Join us for a coloring activity.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a coloring activity. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
DIY Suncatchers!
Learn how to make your own suncatchers to display on your windows!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn how to make your own suncatchers to display on your windows! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coding Club
During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Community Connection
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Category: Civic & Community. Description: Community Connection. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Genealogy. Lectures & Discussions. Storytime.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Medic Alert Awareness
To introduce Medic Alert to senior citizens in the community. Medic Alert maintains a database of members’ medical information that is made available to medical authorities in the event of a medical emergency. Sharing free information-flyers/pamphlets.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: To introduce Medic Alert to senior citizens in the community. Medic Alert maintains a database of members’ medical information that is made available to medical authorities in the event of a medical emergency. Sharing free information-flyers/pamphlets. Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Senior Clawz
Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM.
Smithfield Book Club
This is a space for adults and seniors to discuss books. The club meets monthly.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: This is a space for adults and seniors to discuss books. The club meets monthly. Event Type: Clubs & Groups.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Fiction Book Club
August's pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. This group meets in person and virtually through Zoom. Register only if you plan to attend virtually. The Zoom information will be sent to you.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: August's pick is The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. This group meets in person and virtually through Zoom. Register only if you plan to attend virtually. The Zoom information will be sent to you.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Lego Stem
Join us as we learn about birds and the dangers that they face through lego builds!
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Caitlin Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4017. Contact Email: caitlin.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Five Points West Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we learn about birds and the dangers that they face through lego builds! Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Science & Nature.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Crafternoon
Join us for a crafty afternoon twice a month. Decorate a back-to-school pencil pouch!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a crafty afternoon twice a month. Decorate a back-to-school pencil pouch! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Summer of the Baby-Sitter's Club
Registration required. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-the-summer-of-the-babysitters-club-with-dk-yingst-tickets-1438405271889?aff=oddtdtcreator
Don’t miss a fun-filled Babysitter’s Club event with bestselling author DK Yingst—book chat, live drawing, Q&A & signing!
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons Event Area (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Heather McWilliams. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3655. Contact Email: heather.mcwilliams@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Event URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-the-summer-of-the-babysitters-club-with-dk-yingst-tickets-1438405271889?aff=oddtdtcreator. Description: Registration required. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-the-summer-of-the-babysitters-club-with-dk-yingst-tickets-1438405271889?aff=oddtdtcreator
Don’t miss a fun-filled Babysitter’s Club event with bestselling author DK Yingst—book chat, live drawing, Q&A & signing! Event Type: Authors & Literary Arts.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Library Board Meeting
The Birmingham Public Library Board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. Dates and locations are subject to change.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Board Room (East). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kathy Burts. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3610. Contact Email: kathy.burts@cobpl.org. Category: Meetings. Registration Required: No. Description: The Birmingham Public Library Board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public. Dates and locations are subject to change.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Community Stress Support
Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Craft Creations
Craft Creations is a fun and engaging program that provides a new craft for patrons each month. Patrons are encouraged to socialize with peers and exercise their creativity.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Phone Number: 205-902-3086. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Craft Creations is a fun and engaging program that provides a new craft for patrons each month. Patrons are encouraged to socialize with peers and exercise their creativity. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
West End Crocheters
Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia
Join us with a relaxing hour of Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us with a relaxing hour of Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Talk with a Doc
Join us for a brief talk about health topics like nutrition, exercise, & mental health, followed by a Q&A session with one of our favorite Cahaba Medical Care doctors. Refreshments provided.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: West End Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a brief talk about health topics like nutrition, exercise, & mental health, followed by a Q&A session with one of our favorite Cahaba Medical Care doctors. Refreshments provided. Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Tidy Organizer: Craft Your Custom Table Caddy!
Tired of a messy table and constantly searching for what you need? Learn to create a practical and pretty table caddy at our Tidy Organizer craft workshop for adults! We'll guide you through assembling popsicle sticks into handy compartments for your pens, pencils, phone, household knickknacks, and most used items, ensuring they're always easy to grab. Personalize your caddy with paint and decorative touches to perfectly match your style. No experience needed, just come ready to craft! Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for this creative session.
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan M. Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Powderly Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Tired of a messy table and constantly searching for what you need? Learn to create a practical and pretty table caddy at our Tidy Organizer craft workshop for adults! We'll guide you through assembling popsicle sticks into handy compartments for your pens, pencils, phone, household knickknacks, and most used items, ensuring they're always easy to grab. Personalize your caddy with paint and decorative touches to perfectly match your style. No experience needed, just come ready to craft! Allow 1.5 to 2 hours… Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Genetic Genealogy News 2025, Part 1
Central Library
Computer Lab (LH 4th Floor)
DNA ancestry customers have witnessed the aftermath of a data breach and the growth of features available only to subscribers, and they have also received new and updated products during the first half of the past year. Paul Boncella examines each of these events and their impact on consumers, and he then answers questions on these and any other aspects of genetic genealogy.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Mary Beth Newbill. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3665. Contact Email: mary.newbill@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Genealogy. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Event URL: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88353225775?pwd=pJXXn5kQU4K4aaVC9RtdgKyf3Kt8MG.1. Description: Central Library
Computer Lab (LH 4th Floor)
DNA ancestry customers have witnessed the aftermath of a data breach and the growth of features available only to subscribers, and they have also received new and updated products during the first half of the past year. Paul Boncella examines each of these events and their impact on consumers, and he then answers questions on these and any other aspects of genetic genealogy. Event Type: Genealogy.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Play, Create, and Imagine Lab
During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station that they are interested and engage in epic play. At each station, youth will PCI(Play, Create, and Imagine) for fifteen minutes, then after time is up youth can rotate to a new station.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hands on Youth Activities Program
During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Thursday, August 14, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Canva Basics
Are you interested in Canva? Need to make promotional content for yourself, businesses, or events? Join us for a basic run through of Canva and its ability to make flyers, posters, social media posts, and more. This event is perfect for beginners or those wanting to learn more about this graphic design software. Visitors are encouraged to bring a device to run through Canva themselves, but one is not required to attend. Registration is required, please call (205) 322-1140 to register for this event.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Are you interested in Canva? Need to make promotional content for yourself, businesses, or events? Join us for a basic run through of Canva and its ability to make flyers, posters, social media posts, and more. This event is perfect for beginners or those wanting to learn more about this graphic design software. Visitors are encouraged to bring a device to run through Canva themselves, but one is not required to attend. Registration is required, please call (205) 322-1140 to register for this event. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Page Corner Bookmarks
Join us for a relaxing and creative crafting session designed especially for adults and seniors! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make charming and functional felt page corner bookmarks—perfect for marking your spot in your favorite reads. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Come enjoy some good company, light refreshments, and leave with a handmade keepsake that makes reading even more delightful.
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan M. Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Powderly Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a relaxing and creative crafting session designed especially for adults and seniors! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make charming and functional felt page corner bookmarks—perfect for marking your spot in your favorite reads. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Come enjoy some good company, light refreshments, and leave with a handmade keepsake that makes reading even more delightful. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teen STEAM Club
During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be able to engage with slime and learn about the power of magnetism.
STEAM Puzzles- Teens will be able to engage with puzzles such as Tangrams and other puzzles for building important STEM skills.
Each Thursday, teens will participate in one of these activities for week.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime for kids of all ages to watch.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Event Type: Seasonal.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Singo!
Play Singo - Bingo with snippets of popular songs! Open to all ages.
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Play Singo - Bingo with snippets of popular songs! Open to all ages. Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Friday, August 15, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Children will be able to find back to school themed items hidden in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize. Event Type: Seasonal.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Friday Movie Matinee
Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Friday, August 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chill Mode
Gaming activities.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Babies. Registration Required: No. Description: Gaming activities. Event Type: Seasonal.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
INK ONLY V
INK ONLY V is a biennial national juried contemporary print exhibition. Presented by PaperWorkers Local, Birmingham's premier print shop/artist cooperative, INK ONLY V brings professional print work from around the USA together to celebrate the advances and current exploration in the medium. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 16, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. The winning submissions and corresponding awards will be announced at the reception. INK ONLY V is made possible by a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 4th Floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: INK ONLY V is a biennial national juried contemporary print exhibition. Presented by PaperWorkers Local, Birmingham's premier print shop/artist cooperative, INK ONLY V brings professional print work from around the USA together to celebrate the advances and current exploration in the medium. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 16, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. The winning submissions and corresponding awards will be announced at the reception. INK ONLY V is made po…
Saturday, August 16, 2025 – Saturday, September 13, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
History of Our Greenspaces: Jeffco Greenways
Arrington Auditorium, Central Library
In 2021, leadership from Red Mountain Park Foundation, Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition, and Turkey Creek Nature Preserve sought a sustainable funding solution to support our county’s large acreage green spaces. For years, creating and maintaining these large parks in Jefferson County meant being subject to a rollercoaster of funding. Public investment did not match the need for park excellence. In May of 2023, after three years of collective effort, House Bill 336, co-sponsored by Representative Rolanda Hollis and Senator Merika Coleman, was passed, creating the Jefferson County Greenways Commission.
Join a panel of Park staff and commissioners to learn about the history of these three popular parks and where the foundation’s future will lead them!
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Catherine Oseas. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3630. Contact Email: catherine.oseas@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Lectures & Discussions. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Arrington Auditorium, Central Library
In 2021, leadership from Red Mountain Park Foundation, Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition, and Turkey Creek Nature Preserve sought a sustainable funding solution to support our county’s large acreage green spaces. For years, creating and maintaining these large parks in Jefferson County meant being subject to a rollercoaster of funding. Public investment did not match the need for park excellence. In May of 2023, after three years of collective effort, House Bill 336,… Event Type: Lectures & Discussions.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Frame Tha Day
Kids and their families can mark the First Day of School by creating, and sharing memories through making a school bus picture frame along with a notebook picture frame out popsicle sticks.
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: Gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Southside Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Kids and their families can mark the First Day of School by creating, and sharing memories through making a school bus picture frame along with a notebook picture frame out popsicle sticks. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 18, 2025 – Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Monday, August 18, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Crochet Mafia
Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Monday, August 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Crafts, Conversation, and Community: Etegami
Etegami is a Japanese art technique that uses watercolors and black ink to create a simple picture on a postcard. Plus, we will sample Japanese snacks. Eri Taguchi is Alabama's Japan Outreach Initiative coordinator at Samford University.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Etegami is a Japanese art technique that uses watercolors and black ink to create a simple picture on a postcard. Plus, we will sample Japanese snacks. Eri Taguchi is Alabama's Japan Outreach Initiative coordinator at Samford University. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Line Dancing with Ms. Mary
Learn the latest line dances with Ms. Mary. Good fun. Great workout.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn the latest line dances with Ms. Mary. Good fun. Great workout.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Between the Lines
Join us for a coloring activity.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a coloring activity. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coding Club
During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Off the Hook Crochet
Crochet.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Crochet.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Community Connection
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Category: Civic & Community. Description: Community Connection. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Genealogy. Lectures & Discussions. Storytime.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Senior Clawz
Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM.
Beyond Your Ordinary Book (BYOB) Club
BYOB Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm at Springville Road Library. This isn’t your ordinary book club! In this group, members can read, listen to, or watch the media of their choice within a given topic and then discuss their selections with other participants. All are welcome to join in the fun!
Monthly topics are the following:
January - Time Travel
February - Vampires
March - River Journeys
April - Dinosaurs
May - Adaptations
June - Tea Shops
July - Reader's Choice
August - Adventure
September - Camping
October - Psychological Thrillers
November - Translations
December - Reader's Choice.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samuel Rumore. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4081. Contact Email: samuel.rumore@cobpl.org. Category: Clubs & Groups. Reading. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Book Clubs. Clubs & Groups. Authors & Literary Arts. Description: BYOB Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm at Springville Road Library. This isn’t your ordinary book club! In this group, members can read, listen to, or watch the media of their choice within a given topic and then discuss their selections with other participants. All are welcome to join in the fun!
Monthly topics are the following:
January - Time Travel
February - Vampires
March - River Journeys
April - Dinosaurs
May - Adaptations
June - Tea Shops
July - Reader's Choice
August -…
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Games & Puzzles
Stop by the library to play everything from old favorites like Monopoly or MarioKart, or try something new!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by the library to play everything from old favorites like Monopoly or MarioKart, or try something new! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Try It Out Night @ Central
Try It Out Night @ Central is a night for patrons play with our wonderful board game collection. We will have staff available to help with games as well as staff to lead some select games for patrons. Come on out and try out our board game collection!
Library: Central Library. Central Room: East 2nd Floor. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Weston Flippo. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3655. Contact Email: weston.flippo@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Try It Out Night @ Central is a night for patrons play with our wonderful board game collection. We will have staff available to help with games as well as staff to lead some select games for patrons. Come on out and try out our board game collection!
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Slide City Tuesdays
This class is for beginners and pros who love to line dance in the evening.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: This class is for beginners and pros who love to line dance in the evening.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Community Stress Support
Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
West End Crocheters
Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra
Join us for Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra for a fun, low-impact workout with old school tunes.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra for a fun, low-impact workout with old school tunes.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
CDPaintings
Rediscover your artistic side and give old CDs a second life! Join us for a relaxing and social workshop where you'll learn how to turn everyday discs into colorful, eye-catching art. This gentle, beginner-friendly session is perfect for seniors looking to explore creativity, meet new friends, and enjoy a fun day at the library.
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan M. Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Powderly Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Rediscover your artistic side and give old CDs a second life! Join us for a relaxing and social workshop where you'll learn how to turn everyday discs into colorful, eye-catching art. This gentle, beginner-friendly session is perfect for seniors looking to explore creativity, meet new friends, and enjoy a fun day at the library. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Exploring MedlinePlus: A Resource for Reliable, Easy-to-Read Health Information in English & Spanish
In this virtual program, participants will be shown how to navigate the MedlinePlus website in order to more effectively meet their health information needs. MedlinePlus is a very important source of online consumer health and medical information that is created and maintained by the National Library of Medicine. The program presenter is Megan Bell, Consumer Health and Community Engagement Librarian at UAB. The program will be presented virtually on Zoom. A Zoom link will be provided to all participants.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: In this virtual program, participants will be shown how to navigate the MedlinePlus website in order to more effectively meet their health information needs. MedlinePlus is a very important source of online consumer health and medical information that is created and maintained by the National Library of Medicine. The program presenter is Megan Bell, Consumer Health and Community Engagement Librarian at UAB. The program will be presented virtually on Zoom. A Zoom link will be provided to all participants.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Wylam Book Club
Monthly book discussion about novels of varying genre.
Library: Wylam Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Selina Johnson. Contact Email: selina.johnson@cobpl.org. Category: Clubs & Groups. Registration Required: No. Description: Monthly book discussion about novels of varying genre.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Play, Create, and Imagine Lab
During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station that they are interested and engage in epic play. At each station, youth will PCI(Play, Create, and Imagine) for fifteen minutes, then after time is up youth can rotate to a new station.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hands on Youth Activities Program
During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Thursday, August 21, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Online Job Hunting
From Indeed to Ziprecruiter- learn how to search for jobs online in this computer class for adults.
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Career & Employment. Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: From Indeed to Ziprecruiter- learn how to search for jobs online in this computer class for adults. Event Type: Career & Employment. Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Painting for Beginners
Patrons will create fun and engaging designs using paint, paint brushes and craft rocks.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Patrons will create fun and engaging designs using paint, paint brushes and craft rocks. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teen STEAM Club
During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be able to engage with slime and learn about the power of magnetism.
STEAM Puzzles- Teens will be able to engage with puzzles such as Tangrams and other puzzles for building important STEM skills.
Each Thursday, teens will participate in one of these activities for week.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime for kids of all ages to watch.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Event Type: Seasonal.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Optical Illusion Craft: Spindle Viewers
Explore the world of color and optical illusions by creating a spindle viewer! Thursday, August 21 at 4PM.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Maya Martin. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: maya.martin@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Ensley Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Explore the world of color and optical illusions by creating a spindle viewer! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Friday, August 22, 2025.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Friday Movie Matinee
Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chill Mode
Gaming activities.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Babies. Registration Required: No. Description: Gaming activities. Event Type: Seasonal.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
"stuck; lingering"
Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a grant awarded to the Friends Foundation of BPL by the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Miriam Calleja describes her new exhibition, "stuck; lingering" as a meeting of poetry and imagery in connection and conflict. She incorporates fragments of her original verse into collages, watercolors, and mixed media pieces. Calleja is an internationally published poet, artist, translator, writer, and workshop leader. A native of Malta, she currently resides in Birmingham. An opening reception and poetry reading will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 on Friday, June 6. This exhibition is made possible by a g… Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Arts & Crafts.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
UAB Mobile Wellness
This program is a collaboration between North Birmingham Regional Library & UAB Mobile Wellness. This program focuses on the importance of health & wellness to adult/senior patrons.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: This program is a collaboration between North Birmingham Regional Library & UAB Mobile Wellness. This program focuses on the importance of health & wellness to adult/senior patrons.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Monday, August 25, 2025.
Crochet Mafia
Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chat with fellow crafters, or learn how to get started with crocheting!
Monday, August 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Between the Lines
Join us for a coloring activity.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a coloring activity. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
DIY Button Bracelets!
Join us at Titusville Library and learn how to make a bracelet made of buttons!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us at Titusville Library and learn how to make a bracelet made of buttons! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coding Club
During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, patrons will be able to learn about coding. This program will consist of patrons completing fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, patrons can crack the code with binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Computers & Technology.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
Community Connection
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Category: Civic & Community. Description: Community Connection. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Genealogy. Lectures & Discussions. Storytime.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
End of Summer Movie @ the Library
The library will put on the movie "My Other Mother" for patrons to view.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Film. Seasonal. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: The library will put on the movie "My Other Mother" for patrons to view. Event Type: Film. Seasonal.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Senior Clawz
Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun each week with crafts, movies, Medicare education, painting, karaoke, line dancing, and more.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk (call or walk-in to reserve your spot) to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Fingerprint Art
Join us in the Youth Department as we make art with our fingerprints! We hope to see you there! Kids K-5th grade welcome.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Diana Prince. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4017. Contact Email: diana.prince@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Five Points West Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us in the Youth Department as we make art with our fingerprints! We hope to see you there! Kids K-5th grade welcome. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Crafternoon
Join us for a crafty afternoon twice a month. Learn how to make slime with simple ingredients!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a crafty afternoon twice a month. Learn how to make slime with simple ingredients! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Grow with Google
The program series will show current small business owners, and those thinking about starting a business, how to access and use free digital tools available from Google. The tools can help businesses expand and improve their online presence and marketing capabilities. The featured presenter will be Gilberto Herrera, current Alabama Digital Coach for Grow with Google. Mr. Herrera will also have guest speakers each month who are small business owners and who are experienced users of the Google small business digital tools.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Business & Finance. Career & Employment. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: The program series will show current small business owners, and those thinking about starting a business, how to access and use free digital tools available from Google. The tools can help businesses expand and improve their online presence and marketing capabilities. The featured presenter will be Gilberto Herrera, current Alabama Digital Coach for Grow with Google. Mr. Herrera will also have guest speakers each month who are small business owners and who are experienced users of the Google small business…
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Community Stress Support
Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
West End Crocheters
Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia
Join us with a relaxing hour of Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us with a relaxing hour of Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Gold Leaf Flower Heads: Learn the Art of Gilding!
Unleash your inner artist with Gold Leaf Flower Heads, a captivating adult craft program where you'll learn the elegant technique of gold leafing. Transform beautiful printed drawings of women, accenting their floral headpieces with shimmering gold leaf. Discover how to apply delicate sheets of gold to create stunning, luminous artwork. All materials are provided; just bring your creativity and get ready to add a touch of luxury to your craft skills! This workshop runs for 1.5 to 2 hours.
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan M. Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Powderly Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Unleash your inner artist with Gold Leaf Flower Heads, a captivating adult craft program where you'll learn the elegant technique of gold leafing. Transform beautiful printed drawings of women, accenting their floral headpieces with shimmering gold leaf. Discover how to apply delicate sheets of gold to create stunning, luminous artwork. All materials are provided; just bring your creativity and get ready to add a touch of luxury to your craft skills! This workshop runs for 1.5 to 2 hours. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Genetic Genealogy News 2025, pt 2
Computer Lab (LH 4th Floor)
DNA ancestry test vendors have introduced new products and upgraded others, and one of them has changed hands during the last six months. Paul Boncella examines each of these events and their impact on consumers, and he then answers questions on these and any other aspects of genetic genealogy.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Mary Beth Newbill. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3665. Contact Email: mary.newbill@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Genealogy. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Computer Lab (LH 4th Floor)
DNA ancestry test vendors have introduced new products and upgraded others, and one of them has changed hands during the last six months. Paul Boncella examines each of these events and their impact on consumers, and he then answers questions on these and any other aspects of genetic genealogy. Event Type: Genealogy.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit us06web.zoom.us. Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Play, Create, and Imagine Lab
During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station that they are interested and engage in epic play. At each station, youth will PCI(Play, Create, and Imagine) for fifteen minutes, then after time is up youth can rotate to a new station.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, youth will be able to do the following:
Play- Youth can engage in constructive/block play through Lego challenges, and interacting with slime and playdough.
Create- Students will get to create with slime, playdough, and Legos learning STEM concepts and more advantages.
Imagine- Students will be able to use their imagination and create new things with their sensory items and Legos.
During the program, stations will be set up with various STEM activities. Youth can go to the station… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hands on Youth Activities Program
During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: During this program, Mrs. Juliette Watts will be instructing youth ages 12-18 years old on activities that teach sewing, quilting, and crochet techniques. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teen STEAM Club
During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be able to engage with slime and learn about the power of magnetism.
STEAM Puzzles- Teens will be able to engage with puzzles such as Tangrams and other puzzles for building important STEM skills.
Each Thursday, teens will participate in one of these activities for week.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Avondale Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: During this program, on Thursdays teens will be able to participate in the following activities:
The Science of Ice Cream- Teens will be able to participate in a food program and get the scoop on ice cream, learning what makes good ice cream and why is some ice cream is icier and creamier than others. After we brainstorm what is good ice cream, teens will be able to make their own ice cream. Staff will show them the ingredients and the science behind these ingredients.
Magnetic Slime Mania- Teens will be… Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Science & Nature.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime for kids of all ages to watch.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Event Type: Seasonal.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Move Thursday
Get active with some Just Dance and a dance class!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Sports & Recreation. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Get active with some Just Dance and a dance class! Event Type: Health & Fitness. Sports & Recreation.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Riddle Me This!
Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Flex your brain with this list of riddles! If you get them all right, you can claim a small prize. Runs all month – new riddles each week! Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Friday, August 29, 2025.
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: These storybook characters really don’t want to go to school! Can you help us find all ten so they can get ready for their first day? We have prizes for scavengers who find them all! Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Summer Reading.
Friday, August 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Friday Movie Matinee
Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Friday, August 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tech Help Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Weekly Office Hours for Technology Tutoring. Patrons will be able to sign-up (first-come, first-serve) for 30-minute appointments at the Woodlawn desk to discuss a basic technology skills topic of your choice (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.).
Friday, August 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chill Mode
Gaming activities.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Seasonal. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Babies. Registration Required: No. Description: Gaming activities. Event Type: Seasonal.
Friday, August 29, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Search the Youth Department for clues. Available all month.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Pamela Gordon. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4026. Contact Email: pamela.gordon@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Search the Youth Department for clues. Available all month.
Monday, September 1, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Off the Hook Crochet
Crochet.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Crochet.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Community Connection
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Category: Civic & Community. Description: Community Connection. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Genealogy. Lectures & Discussions. Storytime.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Self-Care MasterMind: Community Edition
The Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition 2025 program series will be held in the Arrington Auditorium at the Central Library on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Monthly topics will address diet, nutrition, exercise, meditation, relaxation, journaling, and much more! The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition series is Christina (C. J.) Wade. Ms. Wade is a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Stage (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Teens. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Event URL: https://www.cobpl.org/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D176982279. Description: The Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition 2025 program series will be held in the Arrington Auditorium at the Central Library on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Monthly topics will address diet, nutrition, exercise, meditation, relaxation, journaling, and much more! The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition series is Christina (C. J.) Wade. Ms. Wade is a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Classes & Workshops.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Community Stress Support
Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: North Birmingham Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Connect with others to discuss ways to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
West End Crocheters
Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Get new ideas for how to improve your skills and find new patterns to try.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra
Join us for Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra for a fun, low-impact workout with old school tunes.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra for a fun, low-impact workout with old school tunes.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Recipe Demo with Arlington Chef Murphree
Each first Wednesday of the month, Historic Arlington House Chef Murphree demonstrates one of his delicious seasonal recipes.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-907-3732. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Each first Wednesday of the month, Historic Arlington House Chef Murphree demonstrates one of his delicious seasonal recipes.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Be Kind Birmingham
Be Kind Birmingham will be at Woodlawn Library providing free clothing and other supplies.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: tonya.clarke@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Event URL: https://bekindbirmingham.org/. Description: Be Kind Birmingham will be at Woodlawn Library providing free clothing and other supplies.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.