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Misty Bennett: Candy Crush

This exhibition features vibrant oil paintings of abstract food imagery that express the artist's perspective on both the surplus and scarcity of food in American society. Through the use of color and texture, Bennett explores the notion of food as a metaphor for our psychological and emotional states of being. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: This exhibition features vibrant oil paintings of abstract food imagery that express the artist's perspective on both the surplus and scarcity of food in American society. Through the use of color and texture, Bennett explores the notion of food as a metaphor for our psychological and emotional states of being. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Stacey Holloway: Othernesses

This exhibition features intriguing animal sculptures and other creations by artist Stacey Holloway. Through the exploration of storytelling and ethology, Holloway creates work that communicates a universal societal connectivity. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Display Windows (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: This exhibition features intriguing animal sculptures and other creations by artist Stacey Holloway. Through the exploration of storytelling and ethology, Holloway creates work that communicates a universal societal connectivity. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Barbie's World

Come learn about Barbie's history and many careers while examining her iconic fashion. This exhibit explores all things Barbie! Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Teens. Tweens. Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 205-791-4997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Lectures & Discussions. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Lectures & Discussions. Description: Come learn about Barbie's history and many careers while examining her iconic fashion. This exhibit explores all things Barbie! Thursday, March 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Jigsaw Puzzle Club

Help us put together a jigsaw puzzle. We'd love for you to stop by any time to put some pieces in place. Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Help us put together a jigsaw puzzle. We'd love for you to stop by any time to put some pieces in place. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Women's History Month Crossword Puzzle

The Women's History Crossword Puzzle is a fun way to celebrate Women's History Month. The puzzle will be available throughout the month of March. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Zach Lukemire. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: zachary.lukemire@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: The Women's History Crossword Puzzle is a fun way to celebrate Women's History Month. The puzzle will be available throughout the month of March. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Google Slides

Create word processing documents using Google Docs. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Karen Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4016. Contact Email: karen.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Create slide shows with Google Slides. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Homeschool STEM: Original Snap Circuits

The Birmingham Public Library is offering STEM programming for our homeschool students. Here are our spring STEM offerings: Thursday, March 14th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, March 28th: Original Snap Circuits Thursday, April 4th: Arcade Snap Circuits Thursday, April 25th: MyHome Snap Circuits Thursday, May 9th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, May 23rd: Codey Rocky Obstacle Course These programs are for 2nd-7th grade. There is a 15-person limit per program. Programs are from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. They will be held in the Create 205 Lab, located on the 2nd floor of the Youth Department. Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCtXpogR5V3d6mhJTGheS9EKl9Wso1F0NmucGoSAxl6oyGqQ/viewform?usp=sf_link. Library: Central Library. Central Room: 205 Create Lab (East 2nd Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Heather McWilliams. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: heather.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: The Birmingham Public Library is offering STEM programming for our homeschool students. Here are our spring STEM offerings: Thursday, March 14th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, March 28th: Original Snap Circuits Thursday, April 4th: Arcade Snap Circuits Thursday, April 25th: MyHome Snap Circuits Thursday, May 9th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, May 23rd: Codey Rocky Obstacle Course These programs are for 2nd-7th grade. There is a 15-person limit per program. Programs are from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Th… Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Storytime with Ms. Cas & Ms. Marie

Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

ART Day

Please stop by Titusville Branch to participate in one or more of the numerous art-themed activities during this event! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Please stop by Titusville Branch to participate in one or more of the numerous art-themed activities during this event! Thursday, March 28, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Conversation with Yolanda Flowers

A conversation with Yolanda Flowers allows for everyone to get to know the 2022 African American female Governor candidate. She will give insight into her life and her political journey all in one! Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4028. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Lectures & Discussions. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Lectures & Discussions. Description: A conversation with Yolanda Flowers allows for everyone to get to know the 2022 African American female Governor candidate. She will give insight into her life and her political journey all in one! Thursday, March 28, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Margaret F. Rudkin: Her Story

Join us to learn about the remarkable life of an American businesswoman and the Pepperidge Farm Story. Library: Pratt City Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Saundra Ross. Contact Phone Number: 205-791-4997. Contact Email: saundra.ross@cobpl.org. Category: Lectures & Discussions. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Lectures & Discussions. Description: Join us to learn about the remarkable life of an American businesswoman and the Pepperidge Farm Story. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.

Anime-nia

Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Friday, March 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Easter Celebration

Please stop by Titusville Branch to not only celebrate Easter with an egg hunt but also meet the Easter Bunny in person! The event will be held outside the library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Storytime. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Please stop by Titusville Branch to not only celebrate Easter with an egg hunt but also meet the Easter Bunny in person! The event will be held outside the library. Friday, March 29, 2024, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Outside the Titusville Library.

Chill Mode

Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Friday, March 29, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Monday, April 1, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Tax Preparation with AARP

Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gina White. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: gina.white@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Business & Finance. Description: Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Monday, April 1, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Crafts, Conversation, and Community

Gather together to learn how to make a craft and enjoy good conversation! Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Gather together to learn how to make a craft and enjoy good conversation! Monday, April 1, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Trio EOC of UAB is Here

Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Description: Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Monday, April 1, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Off the Hook Crochet

Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Titusville Branch Diaper Resource Day

During Titusville Branch Diaper Resource Day, patrons in the community will be provided with free diapers and wipes. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Description: During Titusville Branch Diaper Resource Day, patrons in the community will be provided with free diapers and wipes. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Pop-in-Play (PIP)

Pop-in-Play (PIP) is an exciting interactive playtime for children and their caregivers. This fun-filled program includes cool activity centers, circle time, and a whole lot more! Registration Required. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Pop-in-Play (PIP) is an exciting interactive playtime for children and their caregivers. This fun-filled program includes cool activity centers, circle time, and a whole lot more! Registration Required. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Story Time

Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Tax Preparation with AARP

Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gina White. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: gina.white@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Business & Finance. Description: Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Exercise Class

Please stop by Titusville Branch to enjoy a healthy workout! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Please stop by Titusville Branch to enjoy a healthy workout! Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM.

Titusville Library 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. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Civic & Community. 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. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

West End Crocheters

Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra

Old school music joins new school fun and fitness. Chair aerobics with Ms. Myra. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Old school music joins new school fun and fitness. Chair aerobics with Ms. Myra. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Stitch and Chat

Gardens do not have to be plain. Participant will design markers for their gardens. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Teens. Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Gardens do not have to be plain. Participant will design markers for their gardens. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

The Story Surrounding the Garden Rock

Join us to design rocks that will label garden plants. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Join us to design rocks that will label garden plants. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Recipe Demo with Chef Murphree of Historic Arlington House

Recipe Demo with Chef Murphree of Historic Arlington House. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Description: Recipe Demo with Chef Murphree of Historic Arlington House. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Senior Group Fitness Class

The focus of this fitness class will the teaching of chair yoga. Chair yoga not only serves as a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga, but also makes yoga accessible to more people. Staying seated while doing yoga means that even frail seniors or those who are not flexible can safely do their exercises. The benefits of chair yoga for older adults include loosening and stretching painful muscles, reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. Practicing chair yoga also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, projects joints, and builds strength and balance. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: The focus of this fitness class will the teaching of chair yoga. Chair yoga not only serves as a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga, but also makes yoga accessible to more people. Staying seated while doing yoga means that even frail seniors or those who are not flexible can safely do their exercises. The benefits of chair yoga for older adults include loosening and stretching painful muscles, reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving circulation. Practici… Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Club Create

Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ellen Griffin Shade. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4000. Contact Email: ellen.griffin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Google Slides

Learn to create presentations with Google Slides. Must have a Google Account. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Karen Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4016. Contact Email: karen.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Learn to create presentations with Google Slides. Must have a Google Account. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Homeschool STEM: Arcade Snap Circuits

The Birmingham Public Library is offering STEM programming for our homeschool students. Here are our spring STEM offerings: Thursday, March 14th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, March 28th: Original Snap Circuits Thursday, April 4th: Arcade Snap Circuits Thursday, April 25th: MyHome Snap Circuits Thursday, May 9th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, May 23rd: Codey Rocky Obstacle Course These programs are for 2nd-7th grade. There is a 15-person limit per program. Programs are from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. They will be held in the Create 205 Lab, located on the 2nd floor of the Youth Department. Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCtXpogR5V3d6mhJTGheS9EKl9Wso1F0NmucGoSAxl6oyGqQ/viewform?usp=sf_link. Library: Central Library. Central Room: 205 Create Lab (East 2nd Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Heather McWilliams. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: heather.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: The Birmingham Public Library is offering STEM programming for our homeschool students. Here are our spring STEM offerings: Thursday, March 14th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, March 28th: Original Snap Circuits Thursday, April 4th: Arcade Snap Circuits Thursday, April 25th: MyHome Snap Circuits Thursday, May 9th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, May 23rd: Codey Rocky Obstacle Course These programs are for 2nd-7th grade. There is a 15-person limit per program. Programs are from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Th… Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Titusville Branch Community Resource Day

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. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Description: 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. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale

Stop by and pick out a book or three during the Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale! Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons Exhibit Space (East 1st floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Sandi Lee. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3676. Contact Email: Friendsbookstore@cobpl.org. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Civic & Community. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by and pick out a book or three during the Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale! Thursday, April 4, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Storytime with Ms. Cas & Ms. Marie

Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Sense-ational Storytime (Adults)

Adult Sensory Inclusive Storytime. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: angela.brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Storytime. Description: Adult Sensory Inclusive Storytime. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Clear Mind Meditations

A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Description: A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers Facebook Live program

Each new calendar year brings changes to Medicare costs, benefits, and coverages—2024 is no exception. If you are planning on enrolling in Medicare during the year, learn about all your options to make the best decision for your health care. Get informed with the Birmingham Public Library's monthly Facebook program, Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers. The program presenter is Albert McWilliams, Sr. a local Birmingham licensed insurance advisor. McWilliams has been a licensed Medicare advisor since 2001 and a licensed ACA (Affordable Care Act) advisor since 2013. This program airs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST on the first Thursday of every month (except in July when it will air on the second Thursday of the month, 07/11/2024). What: Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers Facebook Live program When: First Thursday of each month, January–December 2024 The July program will happen on Thursday, July 11, the second Thursday of the month. Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. CST Where: Birmingham… Audience: Seniors. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Event URL: https://www.facebook.com/BirminghamPublicLibrary. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Each new calendar year brings changes to Medicare costs, benefits, and coverages—2024 is no exception. If you are planning on enrolling in Medicare during the year, learn about all your options to make the best decision for your health care. Get informed with the Birmingham Public Library's monthly Facebook program, Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers. This program airs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST on the first Thursday of every month (except in July when it will air on the second Thur… Thursday, April 4, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BirminghamPublicLibrary.

Stitch and Chat

Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Just Add Color!

Stop by for a relaxing afternoon coloring session and try out new coloring methods. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Stop by for a relaxing afternoon coloring session and try out new coloring methods. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Anime-nia

Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

DIY Moon Rocks

Let's make moon rocks with food dye, some glitter, and just a little baking soda! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Let's make moon rocks with food dye, some glitter, and just a little baking soda! Thursday, April 4, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Friday, April 5, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Quilting

Each Quilting Session will complete a new Quilt block. Upon completion of 12 blocks we will sash and put together a real quilt. All materials are provided. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Judy Dick. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: Judy.Dick@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Each Quilting Session will complete a new Quilt block. Upon completion of 12 blocks we will sash and put together a real quilt. All materials are provided. Friday, April 5, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Computer Basics

At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Friday, April 5, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

TGIF Crafts

Monthly make and take arts and crafts for adults. Library: Wylam Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Selina Johnson. Contact Email: selina.johnson@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Monthly make and take arts and crafts for adults. Friday, April 5, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale

Stop by and pick out a book or three during the Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale! Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons Exhibit Space (East 1st floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Sandi Lee. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3676. Contact Email: Friendsbookstore@cobpl.org. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Civic & Community. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by and pick out a book or three during the Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale! Friday, April 5, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Reenacting Rock Painting

Stop by Titusville Branch to paint rocks so they resemble the Earth, Moon and/or Sun! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Stop by Titusville Branch to paint rocks so they resemble the Earth, Moon and/or Sun! Friday, April 5, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Device Drop-In

Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Connor West. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Description: Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Friday, April 5, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Chill Mode

Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Friday, April 5, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Computer Basics

At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Friday, April 5, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Bards and Brews Open Mic

Open mic night with guest poet Salaam Green. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Weston Flippo. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3690. Contact Email: weston.flippo@cobpl.org. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Open mic night with guest poet Salaam Green. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts. Friday, April 5, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.

Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale

Stop by and pick out a book or three during the Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale! Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons Exhibit Space (East 1st floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Sandi Lee. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3676. Contact Email: Friendsbookstore@cobpl.org. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Civic & Community. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by and pick out a book or three during the Friends Bookstore Spring Booksale! Saturday, April 6, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Five Points West Quilt Club

Five Points West Quilt Club is a space for beginners to professionals to share hobby that is loved by many. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Karen Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4016. Contact Email: karen.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts. Description: Five Points West Quilt Club is a space for beginners to professionals to share hobby that is loved by many. Saturday, April 6, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Blackout Poetry

This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Monday, April 8, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Make it Monday

Get crafty in the Avondale Youth Department with Make it Monday. You may "take and make" or "stay and create". Craft kits are available while supplies last. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Get crafty in the Avondale Youth Department with Make it Monday. You may "take and make" or "stay and create". Craft kits are available while supplies last. Monday, April 8, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Monday, April 8, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Tax Preparation with AARP

Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gina White. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: gina.white@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Business & Finance. Description: Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Monday, April 8, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Chalking Up An Eclipse

Please stop by Titusville Branch to display your artistic skills with chalk! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Please stop by Titusville Branch to display your artistic skills with chalk! Monday, April 8, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Hang Time

Participants will design their own wooden door hanger. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Participants will design their own wooden door hanger. Monday, April 8, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Trio EOC of UAB is Here

Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Description: Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Monday, April 8, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Oreo Moon Phases

With a few Oreos, we can study the phases of the moon - and then eat them! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: With a few Oreos, we can study the phases of the moon - and then eat them! Monday, April 8, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Lunar Party

Lunar Party. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: angela.brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Lunar Party. Monday, April 8, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

The Self-Care Mastermind: a group wellness coaching series - How to Advocate for Your Health

The Self-Care Mastermind series consists of ten programs that will be offered at the Central Library on the 2nd Monday of each month from September 2023 to June 2024. 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.  The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind series is Christina (C. J.) Wade.  Ms. Wade is a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach.  She has owned and operated her own private practice, You Matter Massage and Wellness, in Mountain Brook since 2018.  She has a B.A. in Communication Management from UAB, a Master of Arts in Education from UAB, a diploma in Therapeutic Massage from Virginia College, and a certificate in integrative nutrition from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York. 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. Category: Health & Fitness. Lectures & Discussions. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: The Self-Care Mastermind series consists of ten programs that will be offered at the Central Library on the 2nd Monday of each month from September 2023 to June 2024. 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. The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind series is Christina (C. J.) Wade. Ms. Wade is a licensed mass… Event Type: Lectures & Discussions. Health & Fitness. Monday, April 8, 2024, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Blackout Poetry

This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Keyboarding

Learn the proper way to use the keyboard. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Elizabeth Moore. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4016. Contact Email: elizabeth.moore@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Learn the proper way to use the keyboard. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Off the Hook Crochet

Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Wylam Afterschool Club

Monthly themed activities for after-school participants. Library: Wylam Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Selina Johnson. Contact Email: selina.johnson@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Monthly themed activities for after-school participants. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

BPL Mobile: Birmingham Towers

BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Library: Mobile. Audience: Adults. Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chelsea Rodriguez. Contact Email: chelsea.rodriguez@cobpl.org. Off-Site Location: Birmingham Towers - 2712 31st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35207. Category: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. BPL Mobile. Description: BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

National Librarian Day Tea Party

Please join us for a chat over tea and sweets! Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Noelle Gueringer. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4013. Contact Email: noelle.gueringer@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Home & Garden. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Home & Garden. Description: Please join us for a chat over tea and sweets! Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Ways To Save

Join us as we discuss ways to save money and create our own pot of gold! Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Tamiko Nixon. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4013. Contact Email: tamiko.nixon@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Home & Garden. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Home & Garden. Description: Join us as we discuss ways to save money and create our own pot of gold! Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Fiction Book Club

April's pick is The Little Liar by Mitch Albom. This group meets in person and virtually through Zoom. Register only if you plan to attend virtually. The Zoom information will be sent to you. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Online. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Clubs & Groups. Authors & Literary Arts. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Book Clubs. Clubs & Groups. Authors & Literary Arts. Description: April's pick is The Little Liar by Mitch Albom. 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, April 9, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Fully Booked Book Club

Come and join us in the auditorium for interesting book discussions and snacks! Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Book Clubs. Clubs & Groups. Description: Come and join us in the auditorium for interesting book discussions and snacks! Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Smithfield Book Club

Monthly book club meeting. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Clubs & Groups. Reading. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Authors & Literary Arts. Clubs & Groups. Book Clubs. Description: Monthly book club meeting. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Color Your Own Easter Egg

Do you want to make a memento to commemorate Easter? Then please stop by Titusville Branch to create your own unique Easter Egg! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Do you want to make a memento to commemorate Easter? Then please stop by Titusville Branch to create your own unique Easter Egg! Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Story Time

Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Blackout Poetry

This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Tax Preparation with AARP

Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gina White. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: gina.white@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Business & Finance. Description: Tax prep with AARP. Call for an appointment and a list of information you will need to bring with you. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Library 101

As part of National Library Week, learn about the library's wide variety of services. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Description: As part of National Library Week, learn about the library's wide variety of services. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

West End Crocheters

Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Wiggle Tales Storytime

Join us to shake your wiggles out with song, dance, interactive activities and many, many stories! Preschools, daycares, and families are all welcome to join. Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Storytime. Description: Join us to shake your wiggles out with song, dance, interactive activities and many, many stories! Preschools, daycares, and families are all welcome to join. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.

Chair Yoga with Ms. Bridgette

Stretch. Meditate. Relax. Join us for Chair Yoga with Ms. Bridgette. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Stretch. Meditate. Relax. Join us for Chair Yoga with Ms. Bridgette. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Titusville Adult Book Club

Come to Titusville Library every second Wednesday of the month to catch up on your favorite reads! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Teens. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Clubs & Groups. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Authors & Literary Arts. Book Clubs. Clubs & Groups. Description: Come to Titusville Library every second Wednesday of the month to catch up on your favorite reads! Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.

Club Create

Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ellen Griffin Shade. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4000. Contact Email: ellen.griffin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Blackout Poetry

This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Games & Puzzles

Stop by the library to play everything from old favorites like Monopoly or MarioKart, or try something new! Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Stop by the library to play everything from old favorites like Monopoly or MarioKart, or try something new! Thursday, April 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Microsoft Excel 365 (Online Version)

Learn the basics of using the free version of Microsoft Excel 365. Must have Microsoft Outlook Account. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Learn the basics of using the free version of Microsoft Excel 365. Must have Microsoft Outlook Account. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Hope Inspired Ministries Informational Outreach

Representatives from Hope Inspired Ministries will be at Woodlawn Library to provide information about how they can help people find employment and further their careers. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Zach Lukemire. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: zachary.lukemire@cobpl.org. Category: Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Description: Representatives from Hope Inspired Ministries will be at Woodlawn Library to provide information about how they can help people find employment and further their careers. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Storytime with Ms. Cas & Ms. Marie

Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Clear Mind Meditations

A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Description: A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Stitch and Chat

Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Anime-nia

Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

A Novel Tasting: A Benefit for the Birmingham Public Library

Birmingham Public Library's third annual A Novel Tasting will feature a tasting of fine wines, handcrafted beers, and locally distilled spirits. Guests will enjoy live music from Sol Música, catered food, a silent auction, and complimentary drinks. A VIP reception will be held between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. Participation in A Novel Tasting will help the Birmingham Public Library fulfill its mission of providing the highest-quality experience of lifelong learning, cultural enrichment, and enjoyment to the community. Proceeds from the event will fund programs at all BPL locations. Tickets available via eventbrite. For sponsorship information or to donate to the silent auction, please call 205-226-3728 or send a message to BPL.Development@cobpl.org. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Grand Commons (East 1st floor). Event Kind: One-time. Category: Civic & Community. Audience: Adults. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Birmingham Public Library's third annual A Novel Tasting will feature a tasting of fine wines, handcrafted beers, and locally distilled spirits. Guests will enjoy live music from Sol Música, catered food, a silent auction, and complimentary drinks. A VIP reception will be held between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. Participation in A Novel Tasting will help the Birmingham Public Library fulfill its mission of providing the highest-quality experience of lifelong learning, cultural enrichment, and enjoyment to the com… Event Type: Civic & Community. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. For more info visit www.eventbrite.com.

Blackout Poetry

This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: This Grab N' Go Kit allows you the opportunity to use your imagination to create poetic works to create blackout poetry. This activity is for the whole family to enjoy. This program promotes family literacy and involvement. Friday, April 12, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Friday, April 12, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Computer Basics

At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Friday, April 12, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Device Drop-In

Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Connor West. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Description: Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Friday, April 12, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Chill Mode

Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Friday, April 12, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Computer Basics

At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Friday, April 12, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Monday, April 15, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Needle Felting: Ladybugs

Learn how to sculpt shapes and figures using wool and special felting needles. No experience is required, and all supplies are provided. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Learn how to sculpt shapes and figures using wool and special felting needles. No experience is required, and all supplies are provided. Monday, April 15, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Trio EOC of UAB is Here

Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Description: Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Monday, April 15, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Off the Hook Crochet

Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Bob Ross Paint Along

Come join us for a fun sips and strokes style program where we will watch an episode of "The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross" and paint our own landscape along with him. Supplies and refreshments will be provided. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Phone Number: 205-902-3086. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Come join us for a fun sips and strokes style program where we will watch an episode of "The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross" and paint our own landscape along with him. Supplies and refreshments will be provided. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

BPL Mobile: City Walk Playground

BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Library: Mobile. Audience: Adults. Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chelsea Rodriguez. Contact Email: chelsea.rodriguez@cobpl.org. Off-Site Location: City Walk Playground - 901 25th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203. Category: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. BPL Mobile. Description: BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Beyond Your Ordinary Book (BYOB) Club

BYOB Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm at Springville Road Library. This isn’t your ordinary book club! In this group, members can read, listen to, or watch the media of their choice within a given topic and then discuss their selections with other participants. All are welcome to join in the fun! BYOB Monthly Topics for 2024 January – Ancient Non-European Civilizations February – Aliens and/or Extra-Terrestrials March – Foodie Fiction April – Humor May – Debut Authors June – Trains and Train Journeys July – Reader’s Choice August – Alabama Authors September – Cozy Mysteries October – Space Travel November – Assassinations December – Reader’s Choice. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samuel Rumore. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4081. Contact Email: samuel.rumore@cobpl.org. Category: Clubs & Groups. Reading. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Book Clubs. Clubs & Groups. Authors & Literary Arts. Description: BYOB Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm at Springville Road Library. This isn’t your ordinary book club! In this group, members can read, listen to, or watch the media of their choice within a given topic and then discuss their selections with other participants. All are welcome to join in the fun! BYOB Monthly Topics for 2024 January – Ancient Non-European Civilizations February – Aliens and/or Extra-Terrestrials March – Foodie Fiction April – Humor May – Debut Authors June – Trai… Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Stress Ball

Looking for a way to alleviate stress? Then please stop by Titusville Branch to craft your very own stress ball from just balloons and flour! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Looking for a way to alleviate stress? Then please stop by Titusville Branch to craft your very own stress ball from just balloons and flour! Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Story Time

Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Free-To-Shop Mobile Store

Giveaways by BE Kind Birmingham. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Earnest Wrenn. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: earnest.wrenn@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Civic & Community. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Civic & Community. Description: Giveaways by BE Kind Birmingham. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Free-To-Shop Mobile Store

Giveaways by BE Kind Birmingham. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Earnest Wrenn. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: earnest.wrenn@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Civic & Community. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Civic & Community. Description: Giveaways by BE Kind Birmingham. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

West End Crocheters

Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra

Old school music joins new school fun and fitness. Chair aerobics with Ms. Myra. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Old school music joins new school fun and fitness. Chair aerobics with Ms. Myra. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Paper Bead Extravaganza

Want to learn how to make paper beads to create endless fun art pieces? Then this is the program for you. Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Want to learn how to make paper beads to create endless fun art pieces? Then this is the program for you. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Wylam Book Club

Monthly book discussion about novels of varying genre. Library: Wylam Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Selina Johnson. Contact Email: selina.johnson@cobpl.org. Category: Clubs & Groups. Reading. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Book Clubs. Reading. Description: Monthly book discussion about novels of varying genres. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Spring Bingo

BINGO!! Fun game of bingo and prizes for the spring. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Games and Gaming. Description: BINGO!! Fun game of bingo and prizes for the spring. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Club Create

Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ellen Griffin Shade. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4000. Contact Email: ellen.griffin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Poetry Contest

April is National Poetry Month! Show off your writing chops to the world in our poetry contest. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: April is National Poetry Month! Show off your writing chops to the world in our poetry contest. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Microsoft Excel 365 (Online Version)

Learn the basics of using the free version of Microsoft Excel 365. Must have Microsoft Outlook Account. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Learn the basics of using the free version of Microsoft Excel 365. Must have Microsoft Outlook Account. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Craftin Around Downtown

Please join us for a craft you can keep or gift to a friend!  We will make decoupage boxes to keep your New Year hopes or any other meaningful keepsake!  The program is limited to 14 occupants, so please register at the Central Circulation Desk. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Conference Room (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Cheryl Burgess. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3602. Contact Email: cheryl.burgess@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Audience: Seniors. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Please join us for a craft you can keep or gift to a friend! We will make decoupage boxes to keep your New Year hopes or any other meaningful keepsake! The program is limited to 14 occupants, so please register at the Central Circulation Desk. Event Type: Art & Exhibits. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Storytime with Ms. Cas & Ms. Marie

Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

BPL Mobile: East Lake Park

BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Library: Mobile. Audience: Adults. Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chelsea Rodriguez. Contact Email: chelsea.rodriguez@cobpl.org. Off-Site Location: East Lake Park - 38101 4th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35206. Category: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. BPL Mobile. Description: BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Clear Mind Meditations

A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Description: A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Stitch and Chat

Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Anime-nia

Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Think About It Thursday

STEM program. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: angela.brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Classes & Workshops. Registration Required: No. Description: STEM program. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

City Poet Laureate Salaam Green

Poetry Reading and discussion with Salaam Green, Birmingham City Poet Laureate. Also unveiling of their new chapbook, which will also be on sale. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Stage (East 1st Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Weston Flippo. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3670. Contact Email: weston.flippo@cobpl.org. Category: Authors & Literary Arts. Lectures & Discussions. Music & Performing Arts. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: Poetry Reading and discussion with Salaam Green, Birmingham City Poet Laureate. Also unveiling of their new chapbook, which will also be on sale. Event Type: Authors & Literary Arts. Lectures & Discussions. Music & Performing Arts. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Friday, April 19, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Sewing: Embroidery Designs

You will learn 4-6 new embroidery stitches to use in making hats and wall hangings. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Judy Dick. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: judy.dick@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: You will learn 4-6 new embroidery stitches to use in making hats and wall hangings. Friday, April 19, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Computer Basics

At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Friday, April 19, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Lights Out

Program activities include a select movie for the patrons to watch in the Adult Department and light refreshments such as popcorn, snacks and bottled water are offered as well. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Samantha Gaston. Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Program activities include a select movie for the patrons to watch in the Adult Department and light refreshments such as popcorn, snacks and bottled water are offered as well. Friday, April 19, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Device Drop-In

Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Connor West. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Description: Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Friday, April 19, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Chill Mode

Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Friday, April 19, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Computer Basics

At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: At Titusville Branch, both adults and youth who are absolute beginners will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computers. Friday, April 19, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Monday, April 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Crafts, Conversation, and Community

Gather together to learn how to make a craft and enjoy good conversation! Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Gather together to learn how to make a craft and enjoy good conversation! Monday, April 22, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Trio EOC of UAB is Here

Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Description: Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Monday, April 22, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Make It New Again with Watercolors

Celebrate Earth Day by creating watercolors and crafts out of recycled materials. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Tweens. Teens. Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Benjamin Bolton. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: benjamin.bolton@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Celebrate Earth Day by creating watercolors and crafts out of recycled materials. Monday, April 22, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Earth Day

Earth Day Program. Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Angela Brooks. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085. Contact Email: angela.brooks@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Earth Day Program. Monday, April 22, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Basic PC

Learn the basics of using a personal computer. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Elizabeth Moore. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4016. Contact Email: elizabeth.moore@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Learn the basics of using a personal computer. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Off the Hook Crochet

Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Game Day

This Tuesday, please come to Titusville Branch to play games including Giant UNO, Bingo, and so much more! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts. Games and Gaming. Description: This Tuesday, please come to Titusville Branch to play games including Giant UNO, Bingo, and so much more! Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Get to Know Your Android Phone: Security & Financial Apps

Learn how to enable your Android phone’s security features, how to check on available security updates and when, where, and how to use financial apps on your phone. Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Description: Learn how to enable your Android phone’s security features, how to check on available security updates and when, where, and how to use financial apps on your phone. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Color Your Own Easter Egg

Do you want to make a memento to commemorate Easter? Then please stop by Titusville Branch to create your own unique Easter Egg! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Do you want to make a memento to commemorate Easter? Then please stop by Titusville Branch to create your own unique Easter Egg! Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Game Day

This Tuesday, please come to Titusville Branch to play games including Giant UNO, Bingo, and so much more! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts. Games and Gaming. Description: This Tuesday, please come to Titusville Branch to play games including Giant UNO, Bingo, and so much more! Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Story Time

Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Deal Me In: Card Game Party

Enjoy a game of cards and meet new friends! Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Laura Gentry. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: laura.gentry@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Games and Gaming. Description: Enjoy a game of cards and meet new friends! Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

West End Crocheters

Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Chair Yoga with Ms. Bridgette

Stretch. Meditate. Relax. Join us for Chair Yoga with Ms. Bridgette. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Stretch. Meditate. Relax. Join us for Chair Yoga with Ms. Bridgette. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Textured Painting with Paper Pulp

Create an art scene using paper pulp material on canvas. Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Create an art scene using paper pulp material on canvas. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Bad Art Night

Come and join us for a bad art night where patrons will compete to make the worst art project possible. At the end of the event, attendees will vote on the worst art project created. The winner will win a poorly constructed crown that reads, "Bad at art" Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Come and join us for a bad art night where patrons will compete to make the worst art project possible. At the end of the event, attendees will vote on the worst art project created. The winner will win a poorly constructed crown that reads, "Bad at art" Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Club Create

Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ellen Griffin Shade. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4000. Contact Email: ellen.griffin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Student Exposure Initiative: Business & Career Strategies for Students

At this program for middle- and high-school students, a panel of local business professionals led by James Matthews will expose students to business and career concepts and provide practical training to set young people up for success as they prepare to begin their careers. Library: Woodlawn Branch Library. Audience: Teens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Zach Lukemire. Contact Phone Number: 205-595-2001. Contact Email: zachary.lukemire@cobpl.org. Category: Business & Finance. Career & Employment. Classes & Workshops. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Business & Finance. Career & Employment. Classes & Workshops. Description: At this program for middle- and high-school students, a panel of local business professionals led by James Matthews will expose students to business and career concepts and provide practical training to set young people up for success as they prepare to begin their careers. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Stand Up Egg

This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Library: Southside Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Gelenda Norman. Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776. Contact Email: gelenda.norman@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Seasonal. Description: This Grab N' Go kit allows family to come together and create these fun, colorful eggs for Easter. Kids can share these fun eggs with family, put them in their Easter Egg Basket, as well as decorate the home for Easter. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Voices Carry: Art by Alabama Women

In celebration of Women's History Month, visit the Central Library's art exhibition titled Voices Carry: Art by Alabama Women. The exhibition features work by 20 artists and will be on display through Friday, April 26. It is the latest installment in BPL's new visual arts series, Art for Everyone.   The exhibition has been made possible, in part, by grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. List of Artists: https://www.cobpl.org/Exhibits/default.aspx. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 4th Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: In celebration of Women's History Month, visit the Central Library's art exhibition titled Voices Carry: Art by Alabama Women. The exhibition features work by 20 artists and will be on display through Friday, April 26. It is the latest installment in BPL's new visual arts series, Art for Everyone. The exhibition has been made possible, in part, by grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Google Sheets

Learn the basics of Google Sheets. The spreadsheet app included with your Google Account. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Karen Jackson. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4016. Contact Email: karen.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Description: Learn the basics of Google Sheets. The spreadsheet app included with your Google Account. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

Homeschool STEM: MyHome Snap Circuits

The Birmingham Public Library is offering STEM programming for our homeschool students. Here are our spring STEM offerings: Thursday, March 14th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, March 28th: Original Snap Circuits Thursday, April 4th: Arcade Snap Circuits Thursday, April 25th: MyHome Snap Circuits Thursday, May 9th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, May 23rd: Codey Rocky Obstacle Course These programs are for 2nd-7th grade. There is a 15-person limit per program. Programs are from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. They will be held in the Create 205 Lab, located on the 2nd floor of the Youth Department. Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCtXpogR5V3d6mhJTGheS9EKl9Wso1F0NmucGoSAxl6oyGqQ/viewform?usp=sf_link. Library: Central Library. Central Room: 205 Create Lab (East 2nd Floor). Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Heather McWilliams. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4083. Contact Email: heather.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Audience: Children. Tweens. Registration Required: Yes. Description: The Birmingham Public Library is offering STEM programming for our homeschool students. Here are our spring STEM offerings: Thursday, March 14th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, March 28th: Original Snap Circuits Thursday, April 4th: Arcade Snap Circuits Thursday, April 25th: MyHome Snap Circuits Thursday, May 9th: Codey Rocky Driving Thursday, May 23rd: Codey Rocky Obstacle Course These programs are for 2nd-7th grade. There is a 15-person limit per program. Programs are from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Th… Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Computers & Technology. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Storytime with Ms. Cas & Ms. Marie

Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Mrs. Carla. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003. Contact Email: carla.perkins@cobpl.org. Category: Seasonal. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Seasonal. Description: Join us for a morning of action-packed preschool storytime fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Mosaic Art and Tea Time

Create a teacup mosaic art piece, while enjoying a cup of tea served with muffins in a relaxing atmosphere while listening to the sounds of mellow tunes. Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Create a teacup mosaic art piece, while enjoying a cup of tea served with muffins in a relaxing atmosphere while listening to the sounds of mellow tunes. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Clear Mind Meditations

A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Health & Fitness. Description: A weekly guided meditation program where patrons will be allowed to unwind with their peers and enjoy the relaxation that we get from guided meditation. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Stitch and Chat

Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Wii Championship

Face off in the ultimate gaming competition! Defeat your opponents in Super Smash Bros and Wii Sports. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Hunter Murphy. Contact Email: hunter.murphy@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Games and Gaming. Description: Face off in the ultimate gaming competition! Defeat your opponents in Super Smash Bros and Wii Sports. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Anime-nia

Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Voices Carry: Art by Alabama Women

In celebration of Women's History Month, visit the Central Library's art exhibition titled Voices Carry: Art by Alabama Women. The exhibition features work by 20 artists and will be on display through Friday, April 26. It is the latest installment in BPL's new visual arts series, Art for Everyone.   The exhibition has been made possible, in part, by grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. List of Artists: https://www.cobpl.org/Exhibits/default.aspx. Library: Central Library. Central Room: Art Gallery (East 4th Floor). Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Margaret Splane. Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org. Category: Art & Exhibits. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Registration Required: No. Description: In celebration of Women's History Month, visit the Central Library's art exhibition titled Voices Carry: Art by Alabama Women. The exhibition features work by 20 artists and will be on display through Friday, April 26. It is the latest installment in BPL's new visual arts series, Art for Everyone. The exhibition has been made possible, in part, by grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Friday, April 26, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Upcycle

Participants are encouraged to bring broken costume jewelry pieces to create new pieces. Simple beads and findings will be supplied. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Participants are encouraged to bring broken costume jewelry pieces to create new pieces. Simple beads and findings will be supplied. Friday, April 26, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Bad Movie Friday

Enjoy a bad movie with the option to loudly trash talk said movie. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Jana Brown. Contact Email: jana.brown@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Enjoy a bad movie with the option to loudly trash talk said movie. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Friday, April 26, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Device Drop-In

Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Connor West. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027. Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org. Category: Computers & Technology. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Description: Drop by with your personal electronic devices for basic assistance. Friday, April 26, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Chill Mode

Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Games and Gaming. Registration Required: No. Description: Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us. Friday, April 26, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Trio EOC of UAB is Here

Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library. Audience: Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lutheria Jackson. Contact Email: lutheria.jackson@cobpl.org. Category: Career & Employment. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Career & Employment. Description: Trio Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) of UAB provides adults of all economic, social, and educational backgrounds the skills they need to continue their educational aspirations. This program is federally funded and all services they will be providing while at the North Birmingham Public Library will be free of charge to any participants who meet eligibility requirements. It is our hopes that this program will provides opportunities for upward mobility. Monday, April 29, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

All That Jazz

We will celebrate International Jazz Day by viewing a documentary about the great Miles Davis. Refreshments will be provided. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Benjamin Bolton. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: benjamin.bolton@cobpl.org. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts. Film. Description: We will celebrate International Jazz Day by viewing a documentary about the great Miles Davis. Refreshments will be provided. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

BPL Mobile: Hooper City Parks and Recreation Center

BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Library: Mobile. Audience: Adults. Children. Tweens. Teens. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Chelsea Rodriguez. Contact Email: chelsea.rodriguez@cobpl.org. Off-Site Location: Hooper City Parks and Rec - 3901 4th St W, Birmingham, AL 35207. Category: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Computers & Technology. Civic & Community. BPL Mobile. Description: BPL Mobile provides free access to internet and computers, programs, and services, such as printing and checkouts. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Off the Hook Crochet

Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join in the fun. Come crochet with us. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Sunflower Coaster

Come create a cute and practical sunflower coaster to use on your tables or desks. Library: Powderly Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Megan Green. Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178. Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Come create a cute and practical sunflower coaster to use on your tables or desks. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Loud @ the Library: International Jazz Day

Loud @ the Library Presents International Jazz Day with Saxophonist Fred Jones. Event is B.Y.O. B or C (Blanket or Chair). Limited seating will be provided. The event will take place in the small park between the Jefferson County Courthouse and the Linn-Henley Research Library. In case of rain, the event will be held on Central's first floor. Library: Central Library. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Weston Flippo. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3670. Category: Music & Performing Arts. Description: Loud @ the Library Presents International Jazz Day with Saxophonist Fred Jones. Event is B.Y.O. B or C (Blanket or Chair). Limited seating will be provided. The event will take place in the small park between the Jefferson County Courthouse and the Linn-Henley Research Library. In case of rain, the event will be held on Central's first floor. Event Type: Music & Performing Arts. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Citric Surge

During this Titusville Branch program, you will have the chance to craft a battery out of just lemons, a penny, and a nail! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: During this Titusville Branch program, you will have the chance to craft a battery out of just lemons, a penny, and a nail! Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.

Story Time

Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Library: Inglenook Branch Library. Audience: Children. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Savannah Garcia. Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org. Category: Storytime. Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Storytime. Description: Join us for an afterschool story time with crafts, stories and snacks every Tuesday in April. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Exercise Class

Please stop by Titusville Branch to enjoy a healthy workout! Library: Titusville Branch Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Please stop by Titusville Branch to enjoy a healthy workout! Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM.

Get Your Small Business Going with Gale Business Resources

Celebrate National Small Business week with the Birmingham Public Library! In this training session, which is open to both library patrons and staff members, we will explore how Gale Business: Entrepreneurship and Gale Business: Plan Builder can provide valuable research assistance to small business owners.  Gale Business: Entrepreneurship has information on all major areas of starting and operating a business including financing, management, marketing, human resources, franchising, accounting and taxes.  Gale Business: Plan Builder provides step-by-step guidance on planning, starting, and running a small business or nonprofit organization. Registration is required. . Library: Online. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Business & Finance. Registration Required: Yes. Description: Celebrate National Small Business week with the Birmingham Public Library! In this training session, which is open to both library patrons and staff members, we will explore how Gale Business: Entrepreneurship and Gale Business: Plan Builder can provide valuable research assistance to small business owners. Gale Business: Entrepreneurship has information on all major areas of starting and operating a business including financing, management, marketing, human resources, franchising, accounting and taxes. G… Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Titusville Library 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. Audience: Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Civic & Community. 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. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

West End Crocheters

Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Library: West End Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089. Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Learn to crochet or work on a project of your own. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra

Move your body with old school music and lots of fun in Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra. Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Monica Cottrell. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015. Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org. Category: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Classes & Workshops. Health & Fitness. Description: Move your body with old school music and lots of fun in Chair Aerobics with Ms. Myra. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Club Create

Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Ellen Griffin Shade. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4000. Contact Email: ellen.griffin@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Description: Join us every Wednesday for a fun and entertaining arts & crafts workshop for adults! Instruction and supplies are provided, and a different craft project is featured each week. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Titusville Branch Community Resource Day

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. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Reba Williams. Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140. Contact Email: reba.williams@cobpl.org. Category: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Registration Required: Yes. Event Type: Civic & Community. Health & Fitness. Description: 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. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers Facebook Live program

Each new calendar year brings changes to Medicare costs, benefits, and coverages—2024 is no exception. If you are planning on enrolling in Medicare during the year, learn about all your options to make the best decision for your health care. Get informed with the Birmingham Public Library's monthly Facebook program, Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers. The program presenter is Albert McWilliams, Sr. a local Birmingham licensed insurance advisor. McWilliams has been a licensed Medicare advisor since 2001 and a licensed ACA (Affordable Care Act) advisor since 2013. This program airs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST on the first Thursday of every month (except in July when it will air on the second Thursday of the month, 07/11/2024). What: Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers Facebook Live program When: First Thursday of each month, January–December 2024 The July program will happen on Thursday, July 11, the second Thursday of the month. Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. CST Where: Birmingham… Audience: Seniors. Adults. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Jim Murray. Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3640. Contact Email: jim.murray@cobpl.org. Hosting Library: Central Library. Category: Health & Fitness. Event URL: https://www.facebook.com/BirminghamPublicLibrary. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Health & Fitness. Description: Each new calendar year brings changes to Medicare costs, benefits, and coverages—2024 is no exception. If you are planning on enrolling in Medicare during the year, learn about all your options to make the best decision for your health care. Get informed with the Birmingham Public Library's monthly Facebook program, Let's Talk About Medicare: Questions and Answers. This program airs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST on the first Thursday of every month (except in July when it will air on the second Thur… Thursday, May 2, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BirminghamPublicLibrary.

Stitch and Chat

Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Library: East Ensley Branch Library. Audience: Adults. Event Kind: One-time. Contact Name: Kenyata Rodgers. Contact Phone Number: 205-787-1928. Contact Email: kenyata.rodgers@cobpl.org. Category: Arts & Crafts. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Arts & Crafts. Description: Group members of all levels share the craft of quilting. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Anime-nia

Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Library: Smithfield Branch Library. Audience: Children. Tweens. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Kind: Recurring. Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis. Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org. Category: Film. Registration Required: No. Event Type: Film. Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.