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Grab n' Go Craft - Maypole
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: David Matthews III. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: david.matthews@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Description: Every year, folks gather on May Day to celebrate the changing of seasons and take part in the holiday’s festivities, the Maypole dance being the main one! This month’s Grab n’ Go craft is a miniature Maypole, one that anyone can make with a simple set of materials. Once made, you can use the Maypole for decoration, as a fidget, or as a gift for a loved one!
Monday, May 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Monday, May 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Monday, May 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Get fit while having fun. Chair aerobic exercise improves strength, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Clawz
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Tamar Barham. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: tamar.barham@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Film. Games and Gaming. Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to Senior Clawz for movies, games, exercise, crafts, and more. A different activity will be provided each week.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
A.R.M.S. PROGRAM
Alabama Regional Medical Service mobile.
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: Health & Fitness. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Alabama Regional Medical Service mobile. Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Crafts, Conversation, and Community
Gather together to learn how to make a craft and enjoy good conversation! We will make diamond art flowers. All materials provided.
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. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Gather together to learn how to make a craft and enjoy good conversation! We will make diamond art flowers. All materials provided. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Line Dancing with Ms. Mary
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 2052264015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Line Dancing.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Between the Lines
Join us for coloring crafts!
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: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for coloring crafts! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Malleable Monday
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Sensory friendly story time and crafts.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Star Wars Day
Join us for storytime and Jedi training fun! Youth will enjoy Star Wars storytime, then train like true Jedi through fun activities, and dive into imaginative play. Snacks included!
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: Storytime. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for storytime and Jedi training fun! Youth will enjoy Star Wars storytime, then train like true Jedi through fun activities, and dive into imaginative play. Snacks included!
Monday, May 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Yarn & Learn
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Learn how to crochet with fellow crafters and create cozy, handmade items to wear or gift! There is limited seating for this class. To register, visit or call East Ensley Public Library.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Community Connection
Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Grab n' Go Craft - Maypole
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: David Matthews III. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: david.matthews@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Description: Every year, folks gather on May Day to celebrate the changing of seasons and take part in the holiday’s festivities, the Maypole dance being the main one! This month’s Grab n’ Go craft is a miniature Maypole, one that anyone can make with a simple set of materials. Once made, you can use the Maypole for decoration, as a fidget, or as a gift for a loved one!
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Off the Hook Crochet
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Instructed crochet class.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Titusville Diaper Resource Day
Diaper Giveaway! Bundles of Hope Collaborates with Titusville Branch to provide free diapers for the Titusville Community! Participants must register and check out 5 books.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Diaper Giveaway! Bundles of Hope Collaborates with Titusville Branch to provide free diapers for the Titusville Community! Participants must register and check out 5 books. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Fancy Face Planter
Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 2057914997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Join us and learn how to create a decorative flowerpot head. Transform a plain terracotta pot into an amusing planter featuring a creative face design.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
BPL on the move: Railroad Park
Library: Mobile. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Seasonal. Description: May:
5th and 19th- Railroad Park 1:30-2:30pm
6th and 20th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
13th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
14th- United Ability 1-2pm
June:
2nd- Railroad Park 9:30-10:30am
16th- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
3rd and 17th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
10th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
11th- United Ability 1-2pm
July:
7th and 21st- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
8th and 22nd- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Auth…
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Sew Right!
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Learn how to sew, hem and tailor from expert seamstress Martha Williams. There is limited seating for this class. Participants must pre-register by emailing kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org or calling 205.787.1928.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Dino Diorama
Build a dino habitat, design a volcano, erupt it-prehistoric fun awaits! Snacks included!
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: Arts & Crafts. Science & Nature. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Build a dino habitat, design a volcano, erupt it-prehistoric fun awaits! Snacks included!
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Board Games @ East Lake
Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Storytime
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: Expanding literacy and enrichment through engaging story telling.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Navigate BHM
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 2052263640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Civic & Community. Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event URL: https://networknavigatorday.com/library-launch. Description: This reception marks the official launch of a new partnership between Network Navigator and the Birmingham Public Library to bring business resources directly into the community.
Through this collaboration, library branches will serve as access points for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring founders. Each location will feature a Network Navigator kiosk, offering a guided, easy-to-use experience that connects users to tools, opportunities, and support.
Join us for the unveiling of the fi…
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Self Care Mastermind
The Self-Care Mastermind series consists of twelve programs that will be offered at the Central Library on the 1st Tuesday of each month from January to December 2026. Each program will have a specific focus on topics related to physical and mental health. Topics covered include diet, nutrition, exercise, meditation and relaxation techniques, therapeutic journaling, and personal healthcare advocacy.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: The Self-Care Mastermind series consists of twelve programs that will be offered at the Central Library on the 1st Tuesday of each month from January to December 2026. Each program will have a specific focus on topics related to physical and mental health. Topics covered include diet, nutrition, exercise, meditation and relaxation techniques, therapeutic journaling, and personal healthcare advocacy. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Grab n' Go Craft - Maypole
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: David Matthews III. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: david.matthews@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Description: Every year, folks gather on May Day to celebrate the changing of seasons and take part in the holiday’s festivities, the Maypole dance being the main one! This month’s Grab n’ Go craft is a miniature Maypole, one that anyone can make with a simple set of materials. Once made, you can use the Maypole for decoration, as a fidget, or as a gift for a loved one!
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Digital Literacy 101
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Katie Vainrib. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: katherine.vainrib@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn the language of technology in Digital Literacy 101! This course will give you the tools to understand and use all types of technology.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Titusville Senior Resource Day
Senior participants will enjoy interacting with vendors who will provide information and resources such as medical consultations, food distribution, utilities assistance, and other essential services for patrons.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Senior participants will enjoy interacting with vendors who will provide information and resources such as medical consultations, food distribution, utilities assistance, and other essential services for patrons. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 2052264015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Chair Aerobics.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Crafty Lather
Lather up with a fun soap-making class conducted by Winfield and Elinor Burks. Students will learn the history of soap, participate in a science experiment, and make a sample of melt-and-pour soap to take home! Join East Ensley Public Library at Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am.
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. Hosting Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Science & Nature. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Lather up with a fun soap-making class conducted by Winfield and Elinor Burks. Students will learn the history of soap, participate in a science experiment, and make a sample of melt-and-pour soap to take home! Join East Ensley Public Library at Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30 am. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Science & Nature.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
BPL on the move: Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority
Library: Mobile. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Seasonal. Description: May:
5th and 19th- Railroad Park 1:30-2:30pm
6th and 20th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
13th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
14th- United Ability 1-2pm
June:
2nd- Railroad Park 9:30-10:30am
16th- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
3rd and 17th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
10th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
11th- United Ability 1-2pm
July:
7th and 21st- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
8th and 22nd- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Auth…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Recipe Demo with Chef Murphree
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 2052264015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Recipe Demo with Chef Murphree.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Grab n' Go Craft - Maypole
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: David Matthews III. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: david.matthews@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Description: Every year, folks gather on May Day to celebrate the changing of seasons and take part in the holiday’s festivities, the Maypole dance being the main one! This month’s Grab n’ Go craft is a miniature Maypole, one that anyone can make with a simple set of materials. Once made, you can use the Maypole for decoration, as a fidget, or as a gift for a loved one!
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Trivia Thursdays on Facebook
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Caitlin Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 2052264017. Contact Email: caitlin.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Seasonal. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Pop in on the Five Points West Regional Library's Facebook page on Thursday evenings for a short trivia post! As a lead up to Summer Reading, all questions will deal with this year's summer theme.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Community Resource Day
Every first Thursday of each month, with the exception of January because of New Year's Day.
Patrons who register may receive boxes of non-perishable food items, in order to bring support and relief to community members who may be in need.
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Every first Thursday of each month, with the exception of January because of New Year's Day.
Patrons who register may receive boxes of non-perishable food items, in order to bring support and relief to community members who may be in need. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Get fit while having fun. Chair aerobic exercise improves strength, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Jewelry Making
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Maya Martin. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: maya.martin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn how to make your own wearable masterpiece— from bracelets to earrings!— at East Ensley Library.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Stitch & Chat
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of stitching and quilting.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime binge 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: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Film. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime binge watch. Event Type: Film.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
WY SCI: Mindful Creations
Participants will learn and practice two meditation methods and use highlights from those techniques to create and design a clay mantra model.
Library: Wylam Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kimberly Sherrod. Contact Phone Number: 205-785-0349. Contact Email: kimberly.sherrod@cobpl.org. Category: Science & Nature. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Participants will learn and practice two meditation methods and use highlights from those techniques to create and design a clay mantra model.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Games and Puzzles
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-307-9446. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Description: Using games and puzzles to enhance literacy and enhance enrichment.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Grab n' Go Craft - Maypole
Library: Southside Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: David Matthews III. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: david.matthews@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Description: Every year, folks gather on May Day to celebrate the changing of seasons and take part in the holiday’s festivities, the Maypole dance being the main one! This month’s Grab n’ Go craft is a miniature Maypole, one that anyone can make with a simple set of materials. Once made, you can use the Maypole for decoration, as a fidget, or as a gift for a loved one!
Friday, May 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Friday, May 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Friday, May 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Craft Creations
A fun and engaging weekly craft program.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Phone Number: 205-902-3086. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: A fun and engaging weekly craft program.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The Morning Lineup
The Morning Lineup is a line dance program that focuses on the importance of health & wellness, geared towards adults and seniors. The class gives instruction on the latest dances and old dances while playing the respective music to each line dance. The program is offered on Fridays at 10:00 am and lasts 1 hour. We instruct novices as well as experienced dancers.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: The Morning Lineup is a line dance program that focuses on the importance of health & wellness, geared towards adults and seniors. The class gives instruction on the latest dances and old dances while playing the respective music to each line dance. The program is offered on Fridays at 10:00 am and lasts 1 hour. We instruct novices as well as experienced dancers.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Exercise Class
Senior Fitness at Titusville Library! Every Friday at 10:45am. Work out with easy-to-follow line dances with instructor Tracy Williams!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Senior Fitness at Titusville Library! Every Friday at 10:45am. Work out with easy-to-follow line dances with instructor Tracy Williams! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM.
Line Dancing
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Music & Performing Arts. Registration Required: No. Description: Get in the groove, exercise, and learn fun line dances at East Ensley Public Library every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Chill Mode
Chill Mode (gaming).
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: Games and Gaming. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Chill Mode (gaming). Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Game Day Friday
Come to the East Lake Branch to play video games, compete in LEGO competitions, and other fun staff!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the East Lake Branch to play video games, compete in LEGO competitions, and other fun staff! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Summer Reading Kickoff Event
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Summer Reading. Description: Summer Reading Kickoff-More Information Provided Soon.
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt
This is a dinosaur scavenger hunt. Patrons will walk around the library to find dinosaur pictures and mark them off their list. Then when they are finished they can get a small prize.
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Gina White. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: gina.white@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: This is a dinosaur scavenger hunt. Patrons will walk around the library to find dinosaur pictures and mark them off their list. Then when they are finished they can get a small prize.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Monday, May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Monday, May 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Get fit while having fun. Chair aerobic exercise improves strength, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Clawz
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Tamar Barham. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: tamar.barham@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Film. Games and Gaming. Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to Senior Clawz for movies, games, exercise, crafts, and more. A different activity will be provided each week.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Between the Lines
Join us for coloring crafts!
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: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for coloring crafts! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Dino Tales
Stomp into storytime with roaring tales and dino-sized play adventures!
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: Storytime. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Stomp into storytime with roaring tales and dino-sized play adventures!
Monday, May 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Malleable Monday
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Sensory friendly story time and crafts.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Community Connection
Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Wholesome Bites with Chef Denzell
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: This program is providing a quick, easy, affordable meal that anyone can prepare at home. The need this program is fulfilling is showing anyone that it is possible to cook tasty, easy, and affordable meals at home.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Smithfield Book Club
This is a space for adults and seniors to discuss books. The club meets monthly.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Library. Category: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: This is a space for adults and seniors to discuss books. The club meets monthly. Event Type: Clubs & Groups.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Sew Right!
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Learn how to sew, hem and tailor from expert seamstress Martha Williams. There is limited seating for this class. Participants must pre-register by emailing kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org or calling 205.787.1928.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Fiction Book Club
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 2052264083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: May's pick is Some Bright Nowhere by Ann Packer. This group meets in person and virtually through Zoom. Register only if you plan to attend virtually. The Zoom information will be sent to you.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sand Art Pens
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Gina White. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: gina.white@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Create a Sand Art Pen.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Afterschool Club
The Afterschool Club welcomes children of any age to learn how to create, build, and succeed in through arts and crafts using STEM techniques and teamwork.
Library: Wylam Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Trinity Dix-Patterson. Contact Phone Number: 256-613-8474. Contact Email: trinity.dix@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: The Afterschool Club welcomes children of any age to learn how to create, build, and succeed in through arts and crafts using STEM techniques and teamwork.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Board Games @ East Lake
Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Hands-On Japanese Culture Experience with Eri T.
Hands-on Japanese culture with various activities, including crafts and Japanese language basics.
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Amber Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Amber.Jackson@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. History & Heritage. Audience: Teens. Tweens. Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Hands-on Japanese culture with various activities, including crafts and Japanese language basics. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. History & Heritage.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Crafty Tuesday
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J.Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Engaging in arts and in crafts to enhance reading for the theme of our summer reading program.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Be Kind Birmingham
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Diane Blaylock. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: diane.blaylock@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Career & Employment. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Shop at the Be Kind free-to-shop pop-up store for some great clothing and personal care items.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
SALT: Senior Social Hour
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Games and Gaming. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: East Ensley Library invites all seniors to the Senior Social Hour! This special event will feature coffee, conversations, crafts, games and more!
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Resource Day Part Two
Titusville Branch will host the Mercy Deliverance Ministries Mobile Grocery Bus, making fresh groceries more accessible and affordable!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Titusville Branch will host the Mercy Deliverance Ministries Mobile Grocery Bus, making fresh groceries more accessible and affordable! Event Type: Civic & Community.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Chair Yoga
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 2052264083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chair yoga is a form of yoga that uses a chair for support, making it a low-impact exercise accessible for adults of all fitness levels. Sanovia Muhammad will be your guide.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Chair Yoga with Ms. Erin
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 2052264015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Chair Yoga with Ms. Erin.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Titusville Branch Adult Book Club
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Category: Book Clubs. Registration Required: No. Description: Patrons will enjoy interacting with others who share a love of literature.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Creative Art Hour: Tiles
Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 2057914997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Join us for an interactive experience where you’ll design and craft a personalized mosaic-style tray using colorful decorative tiles. This finished piece will be perfect as a catchall for your small items.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Unearth a Story: Line Dancing with Tracy Williams
Kick up your heels and dig into the fun! Join Tracy Williams for a lively line-dancing session where music, movement, and storytelling all step together. No skills needed---just bring your happy feet and get ready to groove!
Wed. May 13, May 27, June 10, and June 24, 2026. 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica K. Slater. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Monica.Slater@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Summer Reading. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Kick up your heels and dig into the fun! Join Tracy Williams for a lively line-dancing session where music, movement, and storytelling all step together. No skills needed---just bring your happy feet and get ready to groove!
Wed. May 13, May 27, June 10, and June 24, 2026. 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Summer Reading.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
BPL on the move: Collegeville Community Center
Library: Mobile. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Seasonal. Description: May:
5th and 19th- Railroad Park 1:30-2:30pm
6th and 20th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
13th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
14th- United Ability 1-2pm
June:
2nd- Railroad Park 9:30-10:30am
16th- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
3rd and 17th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
10th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
11th- United Ability 1-2pm
July:
7th and 21st- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
8th and 22nd- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Auth…
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Crafty Wednesday
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Engaging in arts and crafts that will enhance the theme for our summer reading program.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
PNC mobile banking unit at BPL (West End)
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 2052263640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Civic & Community. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: A PNC mobile banking unit will be in the parking lot at the West End library and the Central library every other Thursday beginning January 8, 2026. The unit will be at West End from 9-11am and at Central from 1-3pm. The unit will have an ATM and be staffed by bank employees who can answer personal finance questions you may have about budgeting, savings, credit management, and more. This service is available for both library patrons and library staff.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Trivia Thursdays on Facebook
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Caitlin Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 2052264017. Contact Email: caitlin.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Seasonal. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Pop in on the Five Points West Regional Library's Facebook page on Thursday evenings for a short trivia post! As a lead up to Summer Reading, all questions will deal with this year's summer theme.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Get fit while having fun. Chair aerobic exercise improves strength, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bingo
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Diane Blaylock. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: diane.blaylock@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Adults. Description: Enjoy a couple of lively games of Bingo with friends from your community. Prizes will be given to the winners.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers
Albert McWilliams, a licensed insurance agent, will present a one hour overview of Medicare policies and procedures. Topics included the four parts of Medicare, program costs, and eligibility. The program is virtual and will be presented on BPL Facebook Live.
Library: Online. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Health & Fitness. Lectures & Discussions. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Event URL: BPL Facebook Live. Description: Albert McWilliams, a licensed insurance agent, will present a one hour overview of Medicare policies and procedures. Topics included the four parts of Medicare, program costs, and eligibility. The program is virtual and will be presented on BPL Facebook Live. Event Type: Business & Finance. Health & Fitness. Lectures & Discussions.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Jewelry Making
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Maya Martin. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: maya.martin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn how to make your own wearable masterpiece— from bracelets to earrings!— at East Ensley Library.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
PNC mobile banking unit at BPL (Central)
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Parking Lot. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 2052263640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Civic & Community. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: A PNC mobile banking unit will be in the parking lot at the West End library and the Central library every other Thursday beginning January 8, 2026. The unit will be at West End from 9-11am and at Central from 1-3pm. The unit will have an ATM and be staffed by bank employees who can answer personal finance questions you may have about budgeting, savings, credit management, and more. This service is available for both library patrons and library staff.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Stitch & Chat
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of stitching and quilting.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime binge 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: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Film. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime binge watch. Event Type: Film.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Craft Creations
A fun and engaging weekly craft program.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Phone Number: 205-902-3086. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: A fun and engaging weekly craft program.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
The Morning Lineup
The Morning Lineup is a line dance program that focuses on the importance of health & wellness, geared towards adults and seniors. The class gives instruction on the latest dances and old dances while playing the respective music to each line dance. The program is offered on Fridays at 10:00 am and lasts 1 hour. We instruct novices as well as experienced dancers.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: The Morning Lineup is a line dance program that focuses on the importance of health & wellness, geared towards adults and seniors. The class gives instruction on the latest dances and old dances while playing the respective music to each line dance. The program is offered on Fridays at 10:00 am and lasts 1 hour. We instruct novices as well as experienced dancers.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Exercise Class
Senior Fitness at Titusville Library! Every Friday at 10:45am. Work out with easy-to-follow line dances with instructor Tracy Williams!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Senior Fitness at Titusville Library! Every Friday at 10:45am. Work out with easy-to-follow line dances with instructor Tracy Williams! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM.
Summer Reading Kickoff Event
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Seasonal. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Celebrating Summer Reading with a kickoff party.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Chill Mode
Chill Mode (gaming).
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: Games and Gaming. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Chill Mode (gaming). Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Game Day Friday
Come to the East Lake Branch to play video games, compete in LEGO competitions, and other fun staff!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the East Lake Branch to play video games, compete in LEGO competitions, and other fun staff! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
RECEPTION FOR NATALIE HARRISON & THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 4th Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Please join artist Natalie Harrison and curator Timothy Quarshie for a reception celebrating their new exhibitions at the Central Library. Harrison’s “Fragments” on view in the Fourth Floor Gallery, features richly hued, hightly textured acrylic paintings inspired by the color, variety, and intricate designs of jewelry and fabric. Quarshie’s “The Ensley Childhood Project,” opening in the First Floor Gallery,” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, arc… Event Type: Art & Exhibits.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Literacy Hour
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Caitlin Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 2052264017. Contact Email: caitlin.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: For 1st-3rd graders and their families, this hour will provide a short session of literacy board game for kids and families to bolster their reading skills. From phonics to reading comprehension, there's a lot to choose from! All games are self-led by the families. Advanced notice is appreciated. Please call the Five Points West Youth Department at 205-226-4017.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Tim Hollis
Auditorium, 4th Floor
Tim Hollis has published twenty-four books on pop culture history. For more than thirty years he has maintained a museum of cartoon-related merchandise in Dora, Alabama. He is the author of Dixie before Disney: 100 Years of Roadside Fun; Florida's Miracle Strip: From Redneck Riviera to Emerald Coast; Hi There, Boys and Girls! America's Local Children's TV Programs; Ain't That a Knee-Slapper: Rural Comedy in the Twentieth Century; Toons in Toyland: The Story of Cartoon Character Merchandise; and, with Greg Ehrbar, Mouse Tracks: The Story of Walt Disney Records, all published by University Press of Mississippi.
Library: Central Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Catherine Oseas. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3630. Contact Email: catherine.oseas@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Lectures & Discussions. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Lectures & Discussions. Description: Auditorium, 4th Floor
Tim Hollis has published twenty-four books on pop culture history. For more than thirty years he has maintained a museum of cartoon-related merchandise in Dora, Alabama. He is the author of Dixie before Disney: 100 Years of Roadside Fun; Florida's Miracle Strip: From Redneck Riviera to Emerald Coast; Hi There, Boys and Girls! America's Local Children's TV Programs; Ain't That a Knee-Slapper: Rural Comedy in the Twentieth Century; Toons in Toyland: The Story of Cartoon Character Mercha…
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Monday, May 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Monday, May 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Monday, May 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Get fit while having fun. Chair aerobic exercise improves strength, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Clawz
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Tamar Barham. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: tamar.barham@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Film. Games and Gaming. Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to Senior Clawz for movies, games, exercise, crafts, and more. A different activity will be provided each week.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Line Dancing with Ms. Mary
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 2052264015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Line Dancing.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Between the Lines
Join us for coloring crafts!
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: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us for coloring crafts! Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Dino Tales
Stomp into storytime with roaring tales and dino-sized play adventures!
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: Storytime. Summer Reading. Audience: Children. Registration Required: No. Description: Stomp into storytime with roaring tales and dino-sized play adventures!
Monday, May 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Malleable Monday
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Sensory friendly story time and crafts.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Yarn & Learn
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Learn how to crochet with fellow crafters and create cozy, handmade items to wear or gift! There is limited seating for this class. To register, visit or call East Ensley Public Library.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Community Connection
Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Off the Hook Crochet
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: Sequoria.Lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Instructed crochet class.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Unearth a Story: People of Color in the Bible (Part 1-Identify Nations of Color)
Unearth a Story: People of Color in the Bible
This summer, uncover overlooked stories from the Bible that highlight the lives and contributions of people of color. Explore powerful narratives of faith, leadership, and resilience that offer a deeper and more inclusive understanding of biblical history. Join us as we dig beneath the surface to discover stories that deserve to be seen and shared. Space is limited. Please bring your own Bible.
Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Monica Slater. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: Monica.Slater@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Category: History & Heritage. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Unearth a Story: People of Color in the Bible (Part 1- Identify Nations of Color)
This summer, uncover overlooked stories from the Bible that highlight the lives and contributions of people of color. Explore powerful narratives of faith, leadership, and resilience that offer a deeper and more inclusive understanding of biblical history. Join us as we dig beneath the surface to discover stories that deserve to be seen and shared. Space is limited. Please bring your own Bible. Event Type: History & Heritage.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
BPL on the move: Railroad Park
Library: Mobile. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Seasonal. Description: May:
5th and 19th- Railroad Park 1:30-2:30pm
6th and 20th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
13th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
14th- United Ability 1-2pm
June:
2nd- Railroad Park 9:30-10:30am
16th- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
3rd and 17th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
10th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
11th- United Ability 1-2pm
July:
7th and 21st- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
8th and 22nd- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Auth…
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Beyond Your Ordinary Book (BYOB) Club
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! May's topic is short stories.
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Samuel Rumore. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4081. Contact Email: samuel.rumore@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Category: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: 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! May's topic is short stories. Event Type: Clubs & Groups.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
May Color by Number for Adults
Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 2057914997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Celebrate the month of May and its flowers by coloring a floral Color by Number printable.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Board Games @ East Lake
Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Storytime
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Summer Reading. Registration Required: No. Description: Expanding literacy and enrichment through engaging story telling.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Free-To-Shop
Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Earnest Wrenn. Contact Phone Number: 2053248428. Contact Email: earnest.wrenn@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Free pop-up mobile store.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 2052264015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Chair Aerobics.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Wylam Book Club
Our book club sparks curiosity and fosters a love of learning through diverse reading and cultural exploration. Members meet monthly to discuss, share insights, and connect over a variety of books in a welcoming setting.
Library: Wylam Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Selina Johnson. Contact Phone Number: 205-785-0349. Contact Email: Selina.Johnson@cobpl.org. Category: Book Clubs. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Our book club sparks curiosity and fosters a love of learning through diverse reading and cultural exploration. Members meet monthly to discuss, share insights, and connect over a variety of books in a welcoming setting.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
BPL on the move: Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority
Library: Mobile. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Category: Seasonal. Description: May:
5th and 19th- Railroad Park 1:30-2:30pm
6th and 20th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
13th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
14th- United Ability 1-2pm
June:
2nd- Railroad Park 9:30-10:30am
16th- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
3rd and 17th- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority 11:30-1pm
10th - Collegeville Community Center 3-4pm
11th- United Ability 1-2pm
July:
7th and 21st- Railroad Park 2:30-3:30pm
8th and 22nd- Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Auth…
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Kid's Crafts
Come learn some fun crafts.
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Come learn some fun crafts. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Trivia Thursdays on Facebook
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Caitlin Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 2052264017. Contact Email: caitlin.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Summer Reading. Seasonal. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: Pop in on the Five Points West Regional Library's Facebook page on Thursday evenings for a short trivia post! As a lead up to Summer Reading, all questions will deal with this year's summer theme.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Mary's Chair Aerobics
Library: West End Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 2052264089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Get fit while having fun. Chair aerobic exercise improves strength, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Jewelry Making
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Maya Martin. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: maya.martin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Learn how to make your own wearable masterpiece— from bracelets to earrings!— at East Ensley Library.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Stitch & Chat
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of stitching and quilting.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Anime-nia
Anime binge 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: Inglenook Branch Library. Category: Film. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Anime binge watch. Event Type: Film.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Charades 4 Tweens
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J. Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Summer Reading. Audience: Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Tweens will enjoy a fun game of Charades.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Slide City Chair Aerobics
Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics focuses on the importance of health & wellness, specifically geared towards adults and seniors. The program is offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 9:30 am and lasts 30 minutes. The exercises comprise a 5-minute warm up, a 20-minute cardio/strength session, and a 5-minute cool down while listening to a variety of engaging music. Lastly, each class ends with healthy refreshments for a quick recharge.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Craft Creations
A fun and engaging weekly craft program.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Phone Number: 205-902-3086. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: A fun and engaging weekly craft program.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Fiber Friday
Come learn to knit. Supplies will be provided.
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Description: Come learn to knit. Supplies will be provided. Event Type: Arts & Crafts.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
The Morning Lineup
The Morning Lineup is a line dance program that focuses on the importance of health & wellness, geared towards adults and seniors. The class gives instruction on the latest dances and old dances while playing the respective music to each line dance. The program is offered on Fridays at 10:00 am and lasts 1 hour. We instruct novices as well as experienced dancers.
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: The Morning Lineup is a line dance program that focuses on the importance of health & wellness, geared towards adults and seniors. The class gives instruction on the latest dances and old dances while playing the respective music to each line dance. The program is offered on Fridays at 10:00 am and lasts 1 hour. We instruct novices as well as experienced dancers.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Senior Exercise Class
Senior Fitness at Titusville Library! Every Friday at 10:45am. Work out with easy-to-follow line dances with instructor Tracy Williams!
Library: Titusville Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Patton. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Titusville Branch Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Senior Fitness at Titusville Library! Every Friday at 10:45am. Work out with easy-to-follow line dances with instructor Tracy Williams! Event Type: Health & Fitness.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM.
Line Dancing
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Music & Performing Arts. Registration Required: No. Description: Get in the groove, exercise, and learn fun line dances at East Ensley Public Library every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Chill Mode
Chill Mode (gaming).
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: Games and Gaming. Audience: Teens. Registration Required: No. Description: Chill Mode (gaming). Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Game Day Friday
Come to the East Lake Branch to play video games, compete in LEGO competitions, and other fun staff!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the East Lake Branch to play video games, compete in LEGO competitions, and other fun staff! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Community Connection
Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Every Tuesday at the Central Library, representatives from a select group of nonprofit organizations are available to answer your questions about services they provide, including affordable healthcare, housing, educational and job opportunities, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
BPL's Community Connection series takes place on the first and third floors from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Event Type: Civic & Community.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
NATALIE HARRISON’S EXHIBITION (Art Gallery 4th Floor)
Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Description: “Fragments” presents the latest of artist Natalie Harrison’s richly hued, textured paintings. Inspired by the color, variety, and often intricate designs of jewelry and fabric, Harrison manipulates the medium of acrylic paint so that it takes on an almost three-dimensional form. Her artwork has been featured in solo shows at the Gadsden Museum of Art, Lowe Mill (Huntsville), and the Samford University Gallery, as well as in group shows around the country. A reception for the artist will take place on Friday…
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Scavenger Hunt
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: May Scavenger Hunt Children will search for "clues" throughout the youth Services Department and once they find them, mark them off their sheet. Once they have completed the sheet, they may turn it in to receive a treat or a sticker.
Children may play as often as they like but only earn one treat per day.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Take & Make Craft
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 2052264085. Contact Email: Angela.Brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: No. Description: Make & Take Craft. For May our craft will be a dinosaur mask. All material are provided. *While supplies last!
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
THE ENSLEY CHILDHOOD PROJECT
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 2052263728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Babies. Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: “A Photobook Gallery: The Ensley Childhood Project” is a non-linear timeline of the historic Ensley neighborhood by way of homemade family photos, archived videos, and written narratives. The exhibition hopes to give insight into the history and culture of the Ensley community as well as the Black childhood experience. A reception for the subjects of the featured photographs and the project’s curator, Timothy Quarshie, will take place on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fourth Floor Gallery. “A…
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
Sew Right!
Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Event Kind: Ongoing. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 2057871928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Clubs & Groups. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Learn how to sew, hem and tailor from expert seamstress Martha Williams. There is limited seating for this class. Participants must pre-register by emailing kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org or calling 205.787.1928.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Board Games @ East Lake
Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together!
Library: East Lake Branch Library. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Vincent Solfronk. Contact Phone Number: 205-836-3341. Contact Email: vincent.solfronk@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: East Lake Library. Category: Games and Gaming. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Come to the library and play some great boardgames. Remember- boardgames bring people together! Event Type: Games and Gaming.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Crafty Tuesday
Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chakiara J.Browner. Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739. Contact Email: Chakiara.Browner@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Engaging in arts and in crafts to enhance reading for the theme of our summer reading program.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Small Business Basics
Gilberto Herrera, local entrepreneur and marketing strategist, will explain how small business owners can better build their unique brand to attract new customers and expand their sales reach.
Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons Event Area (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Business & Finance. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Registration Required: No. Description: Gilberto Herrera, local entrepreneur and marketing strategist, will explain how small business owners can better build their unique brand to attract new customers and expand their sales reach. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Business & Finance.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.