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"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, June 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace!
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Make a Kaleidoscope
Design your own multicolored kaleidoscope.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Design your own multicolored kaleidoscope.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
McWane Science Center Partners in Science
Science needs a lot of people working together to tackle everything from fighting pandemics to operating a space station. See how scientists have solved these problems, with a little help from their friends.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: (205) 324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Science needs a lot of people working together to tackle everything from fighting pandemics to operating a space station. See how scientists have solved these problems, with a little help from their friends. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The Color of Science with Jane the Science Lady
Join The Science Lady for an exciting and engaging exploration of "coloring our world" with science experiments! Snacks served.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join The Science Lady for an exciting and engaging exploration of "coloring our world" with science experiments! Snacks served. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Tommy Johns Presents Pigments of Your Imagination
Get ready for laughter, amazement, and a splash of imagination! Join magician Tommy Johns for Pigments of Your Imagination, a fun, fast-paced magic show that entertains while emphasizing the importance of reading. Perfect for families and children of all ages, this high-energy performance blends comedy, creativity, and literacy into one unforgettable experience. Don’t miss the magic—come be inspired to read and dream big!
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: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: Get ready for laughter, amazement, and a splash of imagination! Join magician Tommy Johns for Pigments of Your Imagination, a fun, fast-paced magic show that entertains while emphasizing the importance of reading. Perfect for families and children of all ages, this high-energy performance blends comedy, creativity, and literacy into one unforgettable experience. Don’t miss the magic—come be inspired to read and dream big! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Friday Flicks
Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie with us every Friday at noon! Don’t miss out on great films and popcorn!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Film. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie with us every Friday at noon! Don’t miss out on great films and popcorn! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Device Drop-In
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Conner West. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Patrons can bring in their personal electronic devices for basic technology assistance. Event Type: Computers & Technology.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Friday, June 13, 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, June 13, 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 on a walk-in basis to discuss a basic technology skills (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.) during standing office hours four times per month.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie or Nico. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. 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 on a walk-in basis to discuss a basic technology skills (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.) during standing office hours four times per month. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology.
Friday, June 13, 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, June 13, 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, June 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
PreSchool STEM Lab
Each STEM lab will feature a specific theme. The program will begin with a short story followed by exploration centers that relate back to the theme. The program is a self-guided tour of different stations with parent-child participation encouraged. The STEM Lab is geared for children 8 years and younger. Families welcome. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Each STEM lab will feature a specific theme. The program will begin with a short story followed by exploration centers that relate back to the theme. The program is a self-guided tour of different stations with parent-child participation encouraged. The STEM Lab is geared for children 8 years and younger. Families welcome. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The History of Railroad Park
As we celebrate 15 beautiful years at Railroad Park, it is important to share how it all started.
The idea for the park started as early as the 1970s.
The actual project began when a group of Birmingham area citizens considered the idea of creating public greenspace while preserving the cultural heritage of the Railroad District. The group incorporated as Friends of the Railroad District, Inc. in 2000.
In 2001, the Urban Land Institute would do a five-day panel to assess market analysis, strategies for public engagement, and capacity.
In 2008, Friends of the Railroad District changed its name to Railroad Park Foundation.
Railroad Park opened to the public in September 2010, and since that time it has received national and local awards, media attention, and accolades. Approximately 500,000 thousand people visit Railroad Park each year.
Ronda Robinson is the Spokesperson as well as the Director of Events & Community Engagement for Railroad Park. She is also the owner of Carmine Communications LLC.
This pr…
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Catherine Oseas. Contact Phone Number: 2052263630. Contact Email: catherine.oseas@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Arrington Auditorium. Category: Lectures & Discussions. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: As we celebrate 15 beautiful years at Railroad Park, it is important to share how it all started.
The idea for the park started as early as the 1970s.
The actual project began when a group of Birmingham area citizens considered the idea of creating public greenspace while preserving the cultural heritage of the Railroad District. The group incorporated as Friends of the Railroad District, Inc. in 2000.
In 2001, the Urban Land Institute would do a five-day panel to assess market analysis, strategies…
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 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, June 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Community String Art Project
Participants will connect their answers to a series of questions by tying string or yarn between points. As the summer continues, they will be able to see art as each new participants adds another piece. This is a passive program that participants can do at their own pace.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Caitlin Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4017. Contact Email: caitlin.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Five Points West Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Participants will connect their answers to a series of questions by tying string or yarn between points. As the summer continues, they will be able to see art as each new participants adds another piece. This is a passive program that participants can do at their own pace. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, June 16, 2025 – Friday, July 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, June 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Be a Hero in Your Community
Come learn with the David Mathews Center what it means to be engaged citizens in your community.
Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 205.791.4997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Come learn with the David Mathews Center what it means to be engaged citizens in your community.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Color Your World Grab-n-Go Crafts
Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages!
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages! Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 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, June 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Live Animal Experience
Our friends from Land To Sea Exotics will be at East Lake Library for a free LIVE ANIMAL experience! You won't want to miss your chance to check out these fascinating reptiles up close!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Zach Lukemire. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: zachary.lukemire@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Our friends from Land To Sea Exotics will be at East Lake Library for a free LIVE ANIMAL experience! You won't want to miss your chance to check out these fascinating reptiles up close! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Squeegee Painting
Color Our World with Squeegee Painting! Come to Titusville Library where you can use acrylic paint and a squeegee to create your own colorful artwork. This program offers an opportunity for creative expression and learning a new skill.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Color Our World with Squeegee Painting! Come to Titusville Library where you can use acrylic paint and a squeegee to create your own colorful artwork. This program offers an opportunity for creative expression and learning a new skill.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Bleeding Art
Create a watercolor-like piece of art.
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Create a watercolor-like piece of art.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Needle Felting
Everyone could use a new skill. Needle felting will intertwine color and crafting.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Everyone could use a new skill. Needle felting will intertwine color and crafting.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Needle Felting
Would you like to learn the most addictive craft in the world? Join us to learn the art of needle felting.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Would you like to learn the most addictive craft in the world? Join us to learn the art of needle felting.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Line Dancing with Ms. Mary
Line Dancing with Ms. Mary.
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. Hosting Library: Five Points West Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Line Dancing with Ms. Mary.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Juneteenth
Get colorful created! Join us in creating your own unique bracelets as we celebrate Juneteeth! While supplies last.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Teens. Description: Get colorful created! Join us in creating your own unique bracelets as we celebrate Juneteeth! While supplies last.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 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, June 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coding Club
Join us as we complete fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, we will complete an activity called Crack the Code that consists of binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles as well.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we complete fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, we will complete an activity called Crack the Code that consists of binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles as well.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Mary's Line Dancing
Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Mary's Line Dancing
Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Monday, June 16, 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.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Color Our World with Art: Scraper Painting
Let your inner artist shine express your creativity while learning to make your own unique piece of art. Remember, it’s all about the process, not the outcome! Limited supplies, 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Pamela Jessie. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: pamela.jessie@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Let your inner artist shine express your creativity while learning to make your own unique piece of art. Remember, it’s all about the process, not the outcome! Limited supplies, 24-hour advance registration required.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Color Your World Grab-n-Go Crafts
Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages!
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages! Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 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, June 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Tuesday Storytime
Join us for a fun and interactive Storytime where books come to life! Enjoy engaging stories, lively songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and early literacy skills. Perfect for young children and their caregivers. Come read, sing, and explore with us!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Storytime. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a fun and interactive Storytime where books come to life! Enjoy engaging stories, lively songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and early literacy skills. Perfect for young children and their caregivers. Come read, sing, and explore with us! Event Type: Storytime. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
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, June 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Our World with a Juneteenth Celebration Activity
Using craft sticks create the best Juneteenth Flag. This program offers an opportunity to express creativity, connect with community, and observe a holiday.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Using craft sticks create the best Juneteenth Flag. This program offers an opportunity to express creativity, connect with community, and observe a holiday.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Pop-in-Play (PIP)
Calling all lap sitters and teeter totters with their caregivers! Join Ms. Campbell for an exciting morning of circle time and interactive playtime fun. Limited space. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ms. Campbell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: campbell.davis@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Calling all lap sitters and teeter totters with their caregivers! Join Ms. Campbell for an exciting morning of circle time and interactive playtime fun. Limited space. 24-hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 17, 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, June 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM.
Color and Chill
Join us as we have a calming morning of coloring.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ragan Stokesberry. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: ragan.stokesberry@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we have a calming morning of coloring.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bookmobile Stops For June and July 2025
June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 8: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 9th:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 15th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 16th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 23rd:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 29th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
July 30th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STO…
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Fun with the Museum of Art
Join us as Ms. Lydia show us how to use color in our world.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as Ms. Lydia show us how to use color in our world.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Smithfield Book Club
Book Club.
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: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Book Club. Event Type: Clubs & Groups.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
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, June 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Needle Felting with Mollie
Would you like to learn the most addictive craft in the world? Join us to learn the art of needle felting.
Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 205.791.4997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Would you like to learn the most addictive craft in the world? Join us to learn the art of needle felting.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bead Creations: Juneteenth Edition
D.I.Y. jewelry making activity.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: amber.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. History & Heritage. Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: D.I.Y. jewelry making activity.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Tuesday Storytime
Join us for a fun and interactive Storytime where books come to life! Enjoy engaging stories, lively songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and early literacy skills. Perfect for young children and their caregivers. Read, sing, and explore with us!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tonya L Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a fun and interactive Storytime where books come to life! Enjoy engaging stories, lively songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and early literacy skills. Perfect for young children and their caregivers. Read, sing, and explore with us! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Dot Marker Art
Inspired by the art of pointillism, participants will learn fine motor control by creating art or coloring with dot markers. Recommended for rising preK-3rd grade students.
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: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Inspired by the art of pointillism, participants will learn fine motor control by creating art or coloring with dot markers. Recommended for rising preK-3rd grade students. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Dot Marker Art
Inspired by the art of pointillism, participants will learn fine motor control by creating art or coloring with dot markers. Recommended for rising preK-3rd grade students.
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 Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Inspired by the art of pointillism, participants will learn fine motor control by creating art or coloring with dot markers. Recommended for rising preK-3rd grade students. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Make Your Own Stamp
Become a printmaker by making your own personal stamp! This program offers a unique learning experience and an opportunity for creative expression.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Become a printmaker by making your own personal stamp! This program offers a unique learning experience and an opportunity for creative expression.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tie Dye
Decorate a pillowcase using tie dye powder and ice! Watch how the colors react to one another. Pillowcases are provided or you can bring your own t-shirt to tie dye. *Families welcome*.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Decorate a pillowcase using tie dye powder and ice! Watch how the colors react to one another. Pillowcases are provided or you can bring your own t-shirt to tie dye. *Families welcome*. Event Type: Summer Reading. Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 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, June 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 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.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace!
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Color Your World Grab-n-Go Crafts
Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages!
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages! Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 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, June 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The World of Magic @ Your Library
Come watch a magic performance with world renown magician Brian Reeves! Be astounded and amazed by his performance. Groups and families are welcome!
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come watch a magic performance with world renown magician Brian Reeves! Be astounded and amazed by his performance. Groups and families are welcome! Event Type: Summer Reading. Music & Performing Arts.
Wednesday, June 18, 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. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. 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, June 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra.
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. Hosting Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Wacky Wednesday: The Color of Science
Join the Science Lady (Jan Mattingly) for an exciting and explosive look at science through a prism. This show blends all the colors of the spectrum into an amazing adventure that will leave you “dyeing” to see more! Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Join the Science Lady (Jan Mattingly) for an exciting and explosive look at science through a prism. This show blends all the colors of the spectrum into an amazing adventure that will leave you “dyeing” to see more! Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Color and Glow
Candle making has become a popular craft. This program will introduce a new skill that incorporates our current summer reading theme.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Candle making has become a popular craft. This program will introduce a new skill that incorporates our current summer reading theme.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Our World with Crafting: Needle Felting
Would you love to learn the most addictive craft in the world? Join us to learn the art of needle felting.
It is super easy to get started, easy to learn the basics, completely sustainable, and there is no end to what you can create. From DIY decorations to suit the seasons, handmade gifts, or just some quiet respite from the daily grind this is a fun craft! Join us as Mollie McFarland shows you how to create these. Create your own animal to take home.
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Pamela Jessie. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: pamela.jessie@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Would you love to learn the most addictive craft in the world? Join us to learn the art of needle felting.
It is super easy to get started, easy to learn the basics, completely sustainable, and there is no end to what you can create. From DIY decorations to suit the seasons, handmade gifts, or just some quiet respite from the daily grind this is a fun craft! Join us as Mollie McFarland shows you how to create these. Create your own animal to take home.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Embroidered Painting
What’s the color of a true hero, and what shades signal villainy? Join us for an exciting exploration of color in the world of comics! In this program, we’ll dive into how Golden and Silver Age comic book creators used a limited color palette to distinguish heroes, villains, and everyone in between. After a brief discussion, you’ll have the chance to get creative with a comic book-inspired activity. Don’t miss out—come learn and create with us!
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan M. Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Summer Reading. Description: What’s the color of a true hero, and what shades signal villainy? Join us for an exciting exploration of color in the world of comics! In this program, we’ll dive into how Golden and Silver Age comic book creators used a limited color palette to distinguish heroes, villains, and everyone in between. After a brief discussion, you’ll have the chance to get creative with a comic book-inspired activity. Don’t miss out—come learn and create with us!
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Four Color World
What’s the color of a true hero, and what shades signal villainy? Join us for an exciting exploration of color in the world of comics! In this program, we’ll dive into how Golden and Silver Age comic book creators used a limited color palette to distinguish heroes, villains, and everyone in between. After a brief discussion, you’ll have the chance to get creative with a comic book-inspired activity. Don’t miss out—come learn and create with us!
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. 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: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Genealogy. Lectures & Discussions. Storytime. Description: What’s the color of a true hero, and what shades signal villainy? Join us for an exciting exploration of color in the world of comics! In this program, we’ll dive into how Golden and Silver Age comic book creators used a limited color palette to distinguish heroes, villains, and everyone in between. After a brief discussion, you’ll have the chance to get creative with a comic book-inspired activity. Don’t miss out—come learn and create with us!
Wednesday, June 18, 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, June 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bookmobile Stops For June and July 2025
June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 8: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 9th:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 15th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 16th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 23rd:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 29th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
July 30th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STO…
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Movie Mania
Come join us in the reading area on our cinematic journey through summertime adventures. Snacks served.
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: Film. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come join us in the reading area on our cinematic journey through summertime adventures. Snacks served. Event Type: Film. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Movie Mania: Color Our World
Movie-thon each Wednesday in June and July at 12 noon. Snacks served.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Movie-thon each Wednesday in June and July at 12 noon. Snacks served. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Paper Marbling
Color Our World with Paper Marbling! Come to Titusville Library and learn how to make paper art with paper marbling! This program offers a unique experience and an opportunity for creative expression.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Color Our World with Paper Marbling! Come to Titusville Library and learn how to make paper art with paper marbling! This program offers a unique experience and an opportunity for creative expression.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beyblades and Hot Wheels Club
Join us for epic Beyblade and Hot Wheels battles and races!
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for epic Beyblade and Hot Wheels battles and races!
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Juneteenth Bracelets
Make a Juneteenth bracelet using a variety of beads.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Make a Juneteenth bracelet using a variety of beads.
Wednesday, June 18, 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.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Basic PC
Basic PC, Email & Internet tutorial.
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. Hosting Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Category: Career & Employment. Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Basic PC, Email & Internet tutorial. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Career & Employment. Computers & Technology.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
Color Your World Grab-n-Go Crafts
Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages!
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages! Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Time for Tales
What time is it? It’s time for tales! Join Ms. Cas for a wonderful morning of preschool storytime fun filled with music, stories, and fun galore. Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ms. Cas. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: casandra.scott@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: What time is it? It’s time for tales! Join Ms. Cas for a wonderful morning of preschool storytime fun filled with music, stories, and fun galore. Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bookmobile Stops For June and July 2025
June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 8: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 9th:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 15th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 16th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 23rd:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 29th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
July 30th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STO…
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Story Time
Join us for a story and a craft.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ragan Stokesberry. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: ragan.stokesberry@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a story and a craft.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teen Glow Night
Calling all teens to participate in various activities on Thursdays such as glow in the dark painting, glow in the dark games, and a lava lamp glow in the dark science experiment.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Calling all teens to participate in various activities on Thursdays such as glow in the dark painting, glow in the dark games, and a lava lamp glow in the dark science experiment.
Thursday, June 19, 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, June 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 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.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Sewing-Colorful Block Table Runner
Colorful block table runner. All materials are provided.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Judy Dick. Contact Phone Number: 206-226-4083. Contact Email: judy.dick@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Colorful block table runner. All materials are provided.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace!
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Color Your World Grab-n-Go Crafts
Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages!
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us in the reading area for artistic fun for all ages! Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
World Music Day Prep
Participants are invited to use provided craft and recyclable materials to create and decorate their own musical instruments in preparation to observe the annual World Music Day celebrations with their new instruments through making music at home.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Music & Performing Arts. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Participants are invited to use provided craft and recyclable materials to create and decorate their own musical instruments in preparation to observe the annual World Music Day celebrations with their new instruments through making music at home. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Music & Performing Arts. Summer Reading.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Friday Flicks
Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie with us every Friday at noon! Don’t miss out on great films and popcorn!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Film. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie with us every Friday at noon! Don’t miss out on great films and popcorn! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Color Our World with Jewelry Making: Perler Beads
You may remember these little plastic beads when you were a kid attending summer camp. Well, an Award-winning jewelry designer, Aaliyah Taylor will lead you in creating your very Perler Bead jewelry with her Perler Bead Jewelry Kit. Limited supplies, 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Pamela Jessie. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: pamela.jessie@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: You may remember these little plastic beads when you were a kid attending summer camp. Well, an Award-winning jewelry designer, Aaliyah Taylor will lead you in creating your very Perler Bead jewelry with her Perler Bead Jewelry Kit. Limited supplies, 24-hour advance registration required.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Device Drop-In
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Conner West. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Patrons can bring in their personal electronic devices for basic technology assistance. Event Type: Computers & Technology.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Friday, June 20, 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, June 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Magnetic Slime Mania
Join us as we play with magnetic slime and learn more about magnetism.
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. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we play with magnetic slime and learn more about magnetism.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Therapy Through Art @ Smithfield: Summer Edition
This summer learning activity program will connect the community of Smithfield through engaging arts, crafts, and history while encouraging positive stress coping mechanisms through art with the Cohill Foundation.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: This summer learning activity program will connect the community of Smithfield through engaging arts, crafts, and history while encouraging positive stress coping mechanisms through art with the Cohill Foundation. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 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, June 20, 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, June 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Birmingham Children's Theater presents The Little Engine That Could
Birmingham Children's Theater presents The Little Engine That Could
Location Detail :
June 21st - Avondale Branch
June 28th - Central Branch
July 12th - Central Branch
July 19th - Central Branch.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Chelsea Rodriguez. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3655. Contact Email: Chelsea.rodriguez@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Avondale Library. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Birmingham Children's Theater presents The Little Engine That Could
Location Detail :
June 21st - Avondale Branch
June 28th - Central Branch
July 12th - Central Branch
July 19th - Central Branch. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Stitching & Upcycling for Tweens
In this program with teaching artist Sam Roberts, you’ll learn basic sewing and stitching techniques to hand make and apply custom fabric patches onto a garment or tote you bring. Sewing materials provided. Bring your own clothes/totes. *FOR TWEENS ONLY; 5th-8th grade* *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Arts & Crafts. Audience: Tweens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: In this program with teaching artist Sam Roberts, you’ll learn basic sewing and stitching techniques to hand make and apply custom fabric patches onto a garment or tote you bring. Sewing materials provided. Bring your own clothes/totes. *FOR TWEENS ONLY; 5th-8th grade* *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*. Event Type: Summer Reading. Arts & Crafts.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, June 22, 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.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Monday, June 23, 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, June 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Maze Craze
Come to Titusville Library to test your brain with free maze puzzles! Complete a maze and we'll display it! This program provides an opportunity for community connection and mental stimulation, and offers a challenge and feeling of achievement!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Come to Titusville Library to test your brain with free maze puzzles! Complete a maze and we'll display it! This program provides an opportunity for community connection and mental stimulation, and offers a challenge and feeling of achievement!
Monday, June 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
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.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Our World with a Colorful Picasso Inspired Arts & Crafts Activity
Patrons will express themselves with a Picasso inspired face using cardboard, paint, and glue. Materials will be provided. This program offers an opportunity to express creativity and connect with community.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Patrons will express themselves with a Picasso inspired face using cardboard, paint, and glue. Materials will be provided. This program offers an opportunity to express creativity and connect with community.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Color Explosion
Create firework city scenes with scratch art.
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Create firework city scenes with scratch art.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Totally Totes
Color your tote bag.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya L Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Color your tote bag. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Live Animal Show
Join the Science Lady for slithering and scaly good time. You'll meet live animals and learn all about them!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join the Science Lady for slithering and scaly good time. You'll meet live animals and learn all about them!
Monday, June 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
McWane Science Center Partners in Science
Science needs a lot of people working together to tackle everything from fighting pandemics to operating a space station. See how scientists have solved these problems, with a little help from their friends.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Science needs a lot of people working together to tackle everything from fighting pandemics to operating a space station. See how scientists have solved these problems, with a little help from their friends.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 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, June 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coding Club
Join us as we complete fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, we will complete an activity called Crack the Code that consists of binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles as well.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we complete fun coding projects from Scratch.mit.edu. Also, we will complete an activity called Crack the Code that consists of binary coding exercises. We will also be making various coding charms that teaches binary coding principles as well.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Mary's Line Dancing
Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Mary's Line Dancing
Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Have a blast of FUN with our new Line Dancing class. Mrs. Mary will teach you the newest slides, hustles, and steps! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Dynamic Education Adventures: The Color of Science
Get ready to be amazed as Dynamic Education Adventures presents The Color of Science, a vibrant, interactive show that brings the Summer Reading theme “Color Your World” to life through the wonders of science! This fun and educational program uses exciting experiments, colorful visuals, and hands-on demonstrations to show how science is all around us—brightening our world and sparking curiosity. Perfect for children and families, this experience will entertain, inspire, and ignite a love for learning. Don’t miss this high-energy journey through the science of color!
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: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Get ready to be amazed as Dynamic Education Adventures presents The Color of Science, a vibrant, interactive show that brings the Summer Reading theme “Color Your World” to life through the wonders of science! This fun and educational program uses exciting experiments, colorful visuals, and hands-on demonstrations to show how science is all around us—brightening our world and sparking curiosity. Perfect for children and families, this experience will entertain, inspire, and ignite a love for learning. Don’t… Event Type: Summer Reading.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 10:00 PM – 11:00 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.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 24, 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, June 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
PreSchool STEM Lab
Each STEM lab will feature a specific theme. The program will begin with a short story followed by exploration centers that relate back to the theme. The program is a self-guided tour of different stations with parent-child participation encouraged. The STEM Lab is geared for children 8 years and younger. Families welcome. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Each STEM lab will feature a specific theme. The program will begin with a short story followed by exploration centers that relate back to the theme. The program is a self-guided tour of different stations with parent-child participation encouraged. The STEM Lab is geared for children 8 years and younger. Families welcome. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The Color of Science
Join the Science Lady for an exciting and explosive look at science through a prism. This show blends all the colors of the spectrum into an amazing adventure. Don't miss the fun!
Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 205.791.4997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join the Science Lady for an exciting and explosive look at science through a prism. This show blends all the colors of the spectrum into an amazing adventure. Don't miss the fun!
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
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, June 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Alabama’s Threatened Species with Mt. Ruffner
Did you know that Alabama is one of the most biodiverse places on our continent, and home to an endangered ecosystem? Meet four of our threatened wildlife ambassadors, discover why they are vulnerable, and learn what you can do to help them. 24-hour advance registration appreciated.
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: Lectures & Discussions. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Babies. Registration Required: No. Description: Did you know that Alabama is one of the most biodiverse places on our continent, and home to an endangered ecosystem? Meet four of our threatened wildlife ambassadors, discover why they are vulnerable, and learn what you can do to help them. 24-hour advance registration appreciated. Event Type: Lectures & Discussions. Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Pop-in-Play (PIP)
Calling all lap sitters and teeter totters with their caregivers! Join Ms. Campbell for an exciting morning of circle time and interactive playtime fun. Limited space. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ms. Campbell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: campbell.davis@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Calling all lap sitters and teeter totters with their caregivers! Join Ms. Campbell for an exciting morning of circle time and interactive playtime fun. Limited space. 24-hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 24, 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, June 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM.
Terrific Tuesday: Birmingham Zoo
The art of Reptilian reputations. Snakes, dinosaurs, and cool monsters-galore! We will dispel common myths and stereotypes, talk about the adaptations crucial to reptiles over the ages, and turn fear to fascination. Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: The art of Reptilian reputations. Snakes, dinosaurs, and cool monsters-galore! We will dispel common myths and stereotypes, talk about the adaptations crucial to reptiles over the ages, and turn fear to fascination. Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Color and Chill
Join us as we have a calming morning of coloring.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ragan Stokesberry. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: ragan.stokesberry@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us as we have a calming morning of coloring.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Paper Leaf Doodle Art Wall Hanging
Join us for a fun and creative crafting session this summer! In this colorful activity, participants of all ages will design and doodle on leaf templates, creating a beautiful and unique wall hanging. Using markers, scissors, thread, and ribbon, you'll craft a one-of-a-kind art piece to brighten up any room. Perfect for families or individuals looking to express their creativity and make something special. Come Color Our World and take home your own vibrant, handmade decor!!
Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan M. Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a fun and creative crafting session this summer! In this colorful activity, participants of all ages will design and doodle on leaf templates, creating a beautiful and unique wall hanging. Using markers, scissors, thread, and ribbon, you'll craft a one-of-a-kind art piece to brighten up any room. Perfect for families or individuals looking to express their creativity and make something special. Come Color Our World and take home your own vibrant, handmade decor!!
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Bookmobile Stops For June and July 2025
June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 8: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 9th:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 15th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 16th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 23rd:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 29th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
July 30th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STO…
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Dance Class
Come and join the experience of stepping into an adventure full of rhythmical moves to the sound of music. It's exciting and fun.
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya L Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Come and join the experience of stepping into an adventure full of rhythmical moves to the sound of music. It's exciting and fun.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Smithfield Book Club
Book Club.
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: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Book Club. Event Type: Clubs & Groups.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 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 on a walk-in basis to discuss a basic technology skills (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.) during standing office hours four times per month.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie or Nico. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. 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 on a walk-in basis to discuss a basic technology skills (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.) during standing office hours four times per month.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tuesday Storytime
Join us for a fun and interactive Storytime where books come to life! Enjoy engaging stories, lively songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and early literacy skills. Perfect for young children and their caregivers. Read, sing, and explore with us!
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tonya L Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a fun and interactive Storytime where books come to life! Enjoy engaging stories, lively songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and early literacy skills. Perfect for young children and their caregivers. Read, sing, and explore with us! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Relief Print Making
Create indented art prints with aluminum foil and then paint and stamp them to create art. Recommended for middle and high school students. 24 hour advanced notice requested.
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 Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Description: Create indented art prints with aluminum foil and then paint and stamp them to create art. Recommended for middle and high school students. 24 hour advanced notice requested. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Interactive Movie
If you like to watch movies in peace and quiet, this movie is NOT for you! We will have a fun time participating throughout the movie. There will be shouting, and dancing, and all kinds of shenanigans. Limited space. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Film. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: If you like to watch movies in peace and quiet, this movie is NOT for you! We will have a fun time participating throughout the movie. There will be shouting, and dancing, and all kinds of shenanigans. Limited space. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*. Event Type: Summer Reading. Film.
Tuesday, June 24, 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, June 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Family Night: Avondale’s Got Talent!
The Avondale Talent Show is back! Join us as we showcase some on the most extraordinary children in the Avondale Library. Visit the Youth Department today to register as performer or as a member of the audience. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: The Avondale Talent Show is back! Join us as we showcase some on the most extraordinary children in the Avondale Library. Visit the Youth Department today to register as performer or as a member of the audience. 24-hour advance registration required.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 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.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace!
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
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, June 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Storytime with Ms. Mollie
Storytime, storytime, oh what fun! Join us inside away from the sun. Music, movement, and stories to share, we’ll share some stories and hope to see you there! Groups and families are welcome!
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Storytime. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Storytime, storytime, oh what fun! Join us inside away from the sun. Music, movement, and stories to share, we’ll share some stories and hope to see you there! Groups and families are welcome! Event Type: Storytime. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 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. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. 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, June 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia
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. Hosting Library: Five Points Regional Branch Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chair Yoga with Ms. Sanovia.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Wacky Wednesday: BINGO Blast!
It's time to get ready for a lightning-fast round of BINGO mania. You'll be surprised at the array of library prizes you may win when you yell out BINGO! Groups welcome. 24- hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: It's time to get ready for a lightning-fast round of BINGO mania. You'll be surprised at the array of library prizes you may win when you yell out BINGO! Groups welcome. 24- hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
McWane Center
Our youth need fun and interesting ways to keep learning during the summer months. The McWane Center is always provide enjoyable events.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Our youth need fun and interesting ways to keep learning during the summer months. The McWane Center is always provide enjoyable events.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Nature Documentary
Come and enjoy educational nature documentaries here at Titusville Library. This program offers an opportunity to connect with community and enjoy educational media!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Science & Nature. Description: Come and enjoy educational nature documentaries here at Titusville Library. This program offers an opportunity to connect with community and enjoy educational media!
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Red Mountain Theatre: Color Our World
Let your imagination take center stage! Join Red Mountain Theatre for Color Our World, a high-energy, one-hour interactive theatre class designed for kids from Pre-K through middle school. Inspired by the Summer Reading theme “Color Your World,” this fun-filled session introduces the basics of acting, movement, and creative expression through games, storytelling, and dramatic play. Kids will explore how emotions, characters, and imagination can bring stories to life in vibrant new ways. Whether you're a budding performer or just love to pretend, this is your chance to shine, play, and discover the magic of theatre!
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: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Let your imagination take center stage! Join Red Mountain Theatre for Color Our World, a high-energy, one-hour interactive theatre class designed for kids from Pre-K through middle school. Inspired by the Summer Reading theme “Color Your World,” this fun-filled session introduces the basics of acting, movement, and creative expression through games, storytelling, and dramatic play. Kids will explore how emotions, characters, and imagination can bring stories to life in vibrant new ways. Whether you're a bud… Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Science Lady: The Color of Science!
Join the Science Lady for an exciting and explosive look at science through a prism. This show blends all the colors of the spectrum into an amazing adventure that will leave you "dyeing" to see more!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Zach Lukemire. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: zachary.lukemire@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join the Science Lady for an exciting and explosive look at science through a prism. This show blends all the colors of the spectrum into an amazing adventure that will leave you "dyeing" to see more! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bookmobile Stops For June and July 2025
June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 8: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 9th:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 15th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 16th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 23rd:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 29th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
July 30th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STO…
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Movie Mania
Come join us in the reading area on our cinematic journey through summertime adventures. Snacks served.
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: Film. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come join us in the reading area on our cinematic journey through summertime adventures. Snacks served. Event Type: Film. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Movie Mania: Color Our World
Movie-thon each Wednesday in June and July at 12 noon. Snacks served.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Movie-thon each Wednesday in June and July at 12 noon. Snacks served. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Painting Seashells
Pick up your paintbrush and let the colors flow as you paint a design on a seashell. All materials will be provided. Ages 15 and up. Registration required.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Pick up your paintbrush and let the colors flow as you paint a design on a seashell. All materials will be provided. Ages 15 and up. Registration required.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Circuits and Electricity
This program will give you a jolt and a volt as you learn about exciting electricity. You will also build a simple robot!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: This program will give you a jolt and a volt as you learn about exciting electricity. You will also build a simple robot!
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beyblades and Hot Wheels Club
Join us for epic Beyblade and Hot Wheels battles and races!
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for epic Beyblade and Hot Wheels battles and races!
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tiny Terrariums
Create a colorful world in a tiny jar. All materials provided.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Katherine Vainrib. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: katherine.vainrib@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Create a colorful world in a tiny jar. All materials provided.
Wednesday, June 25, 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.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace!
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Color Our World with Nature: Build and Decorate Your Own Bird House
Here’s a fun way to get the family together to engage in bird watching – building and decorating your own bird house! This is also a great way to care about our feathered friends. Keep a little journal of the birds you see so you learn more about them. Limited supplies, 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Pamela Jessie. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: pamela.jessie@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Here’s a fun way to get the family together to engage in bird watching – building and decorating your own bird house! This is also a great way to care about our feathered friends. Keep a little journal of the birds you see so you learn more about them. Limited supplies, 24-hour advance registration required.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Have fun while getting fit with a lively class of chair aerobics.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Red Mountain Theater
All the world's a stage so come and play your part! Red Mountain Theatre representatives will be here to help you improve your teamwork and collaborative skills through interactive group activities!
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Summer Reading. Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: All the world's a stage so come and play your part! Red Mountain Theatre representatives will be here to help you improve your teamwork and collaborative skills through interactive group activities! Event Type: Summer Reading. Music & Performing Arts.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Start My Business
Start My Business is a five week virtual class that will provide detailed instruction to those who are interested in starting their own business. Each class will focus on a different aspect of starting a successful business, but each will also build on the previous week's content. The presenters will be instructors from Centro Community Partners, a national non-profit organization that has been providing free small business/entrepreneurship training to lower income communities for 15 years.
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Registration is REQUIRED.
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 - Zoom. Off-Site Location: Zoom. Category: Business & Finance. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Start My Business is a five week virtual class that will provide detailed instruction to those who are interested in starting their own business. Each class will focus on a different aspect of starting a successful business, but each will also build on the previous week's content. The presenters will be instructors from Centro Community Partners, a national non-profit organization that has been providing free small business/entrepreneurship training to lower income communities for 15 years. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Business & Finance.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Time for Tales
What time is it? It’s time for tales! Join Ms. Cas for a wonderful morning of preschool storytime fun filled with music, stories, and fun galore. Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required.
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ms. Cas. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: casandra.scott@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: Yes. Description: What time is it? It’s time for tales! Join Ms. Cas for a wonderful morning of preschool storytime fun filled with music, stories, and fun galore. Groups welcome. 24-hour advance registration required. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
BINGO!
Get ready to shout BINGO at the library. Join us for a fun-filled game and see if you can be the first to fill your card. Don't miss out on the excitement!
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Get ready to shout BINGO at the library. Join us for a fun-filled game and see if you can be the first to fill your card. Don't miss out on the excitement!
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bookmobile Stops For June and July 2025
June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 8: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 9th:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 15th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 16th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 23rd:BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
July 29th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
July 30th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Category: Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: June 4th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 10th: Southern Museum of Flight 2pm-4pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 11th: Oak Tree Ministries in Gate City 11am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP *WAITING FOR CONFIRMATION*
June 12th: Henry Crumpton Community Center 12pm-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 18th: BJCTA Central Transit Station 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STOP
June 24th: Titusville Senior Center 1030am-1130am LOBBY STOP, NO BPL MOBILE BUS
June 25th: Collegeville Community Center 1130am-1pm BPL MOBILE STO…
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Kid's Movie
It’s hot out in the summer sun. Join us inside for movie fun! Different movies every week, pop inside and take a peek. Light refreshments provided. Groups and families are welcome.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Film. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: It’s hot out in the summer sun. Join us inside for movie fun! Different movies every week, pop inside and take a peek. Light refreshments provided. Groups and families are welcome.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
A Colorful Adventure with the McWane Science Center!
Get ready for a vibrant journey of discovery with the McWane Science Center! Explore the wonders of color through exciting hands-on activities and interactive fun. Don’t miss this colorful adventure that blends science and creativity.
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tonya L Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Get ready for a vibrant journey of discovery with the McWane Science Center! Explore the wonders of color through exciting hands-on activities and interactive fun. Don’t miss this colorful adventure that blends science and creativity. Event Type: Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Story Time
Join us for a story and a craft.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ragan Stokesberry. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: ragan.stokesberry@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for a story and a craft.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teen Glow Night
Calling all teens to participate in various activities on Thursdays such as glow in the dark painting, glow in the dark games, and a lava lamp glow in the dark science experiment.
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Calling all teens to participate in various activities on Thursdays such as glow in the dark painting, glow in the dark games, and a lava lamp glow in the dark science experiment.
Thursday, June 26, 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, June 26, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Alabama 4-H Galaxy Quest
For lots of fun, this is the place. Join our Galaxy Quest and learn about space. Presented by Alabama 4-H. This program is geared towards family participation.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Lectures & Discussions. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: For lots of fun, this is the place. Join our Galaxy Quest and learn about space. Presented by Alabama 4-H. This program is geared towards family participation. Event Type: Summer Reading. Lectures & Discussions.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
McWane on the Move
Get ready for an exciting hands-on science adventure! McWane on the Move brings interactive demonstrations and activities that spark curiosity and supplement classroom learning. Perfect for elementary-aged kids, this program makes science fun, engaging, and unforgettable—right 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: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Get ready for an exciting hands-on science adventure! McWane on the Move brings interactive demonstrations and activities that spark curiosity and supplement classroom learning. Perfect for elementary-aged kids, this program makes science fun, engaging, and unforgettable—right at the library! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 11:00 PM – Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:00 AM.
"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, June 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie Jackson. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Children, teens, and their families are invited to participate in biweekly rotating scavenger hunt challenges. Look for literary characters in the stacks and receive a prize for finding them all! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace!
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 Regional Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Mr. B’s Magic Show
A magic show designed to bring wonder and joy! Mr. B infuses humor and audience participation into his tricks so that it’s impossible not to join. From card tricks to mind-reading, you will be spellbound! 24-hour advance registration.
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: Summer Reading. Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: A magic show designed to bring wonder and joy! Mr. B infuses humor and audience participation into his tricks so that it’s impossible not to join. From card tricks to mind-reading, you will be spellbound! 24-hour advance registration.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Color Me Happy
Paint parties always bring the community together for learning and laughter.
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Paint parties always bring the community together for learning and laughter.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Jigsaw Puzzles
Complete a colorful jigsaw puzzle on your own or with friends and family. Select from a broad collection of puzzles ranging from beginner to advanced.
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Complete a colorful jigsaw puzzle on your own or with friends and family. Select from a broad collection of puzzles ranging from beginner to advanced.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Friday Flicks
Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie with us every Friday at noon! Don’t miss out on great films and popcorn!
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tonya Clarke. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Tonya.Clarke@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Summer Reading. Film. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie with us every Friday at noon! Don’t miss out on great films and popcorn! Event Type: Summer Reading.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shadow of the Weird Wizard
A sword and sorcery roleplaying game event primarily for young adults. Roleplay as adventurers in a fantastical setting.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: James Waller. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4801. Contact Email: james.waller@cobpl.org. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: A sword and sorcery roleplaying game event primarily for young adults. Roleplay as adventurers in a fantastical setting. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Device Drop-In
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Conner West. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Patrons can bring in their personal electronic devices for basic technology assistance. Event Type: Computers & Technology.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Artsy Scavenger Hunt
Library: North Avondale Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Olivia Evans. Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082. Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us on our hunt to find all the world famous artists in the library. Readers that find all the items will receive a prize.
Friday, June 27, 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, June 27, 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 on a walk-in basis to discuss a basic technology skills (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.) during standing office hours four times per month.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Katie or Nico. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: katherine.jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. 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 on a walk-in basis to discuss a basic technology skills (i.e. using Gmail, formatting a document, basic searching, basic use of a computer or phone, etc.) during standing office hours four times per month. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology.
Friday, June 27, 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, June 27, 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, June 28, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Birmingham Children's Theater presents The Little Engine That Could
Birmingham Children's Theater presents The Little Engine That Could
Location Detail :
June 21st - Avondale Branch
June 28th - Central Branch
July 12th - Central Branch
July 19th - Central Branch.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Chelsea Rodriguez. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3655. Contact Email: Chelsea.rodriguez@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Birmingham Children's Theater presents The Little Engine That Could
Location Detail :
June 21st - Avondale Branch
June 28th - Central Branch
July 12th - Central Branch
July 19th - Central Branch. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts.
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Crafts and Conversation
Bring a small craft that you are working on and let's chat. Crafts can be crochet, knitting, needlework, etc.
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Tamiko Nixon. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4013. Contact Email: tamiko.nixon@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Five Points West Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Bring a small craft that you are working on and let's chat. Crafts can be crochet, knitting, needlework, etc. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.