BPL 2025 Black History Month Spotlight: West End Branch Library



 

The Birmingham Public Library PR Department is spotlighting Black History Month programs happening at our libraries across the city during February. 

For more information on West End's programs, call (205) 226-4089 or email Branch Manager Lynn Hutchins at Lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org. 

Here is a listing of activities and programs happening throughout February at the West End Branch:


 Make a Beaded Bracelet  All month long | During West End Branch hours of operation 

 Design a beaded bracelet to wear to celebrate Valentine’s Day or Black History Month. 

 Jigsaw Puzzle Club All month long | During West End Branch hours of operation 

Help us put together a jigsaw puzzle. We'd love for you to stop by any time to put some pieces in place. 

 Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, and 26 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. 

 Live at the Library: Celebrating Black History 

Celebrate black history at the library with readings, stories, and dramatizations. Share something such as a poem or listen to presentations by others. 

Fridays - February 7, 14, 21, and 28 | 3:30–5:30 p.m.  

Friday Movie Matinee 

 Enjoy popcorn and a movie as we celebrate Black History Month. 



Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.,  February 4, 11, 18, and 25  

 Enjoy games (2/4), line dancing (2/11), Medicare with Bingo (2/18), and a movie (2/25). 

Wednesdays - February 5, 12, 19, and 26 | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. 

Aletheia House HIV Education and Screenings

 Stop by the Aletheia House table to learn more about HIV. 

Branch Manager Lynn Hutchins with members of the West End Crocheters.

 West End Crocheters

Work on your own crochet project or learn how to crochet with us. Enjoy a snack and the company of friends. 



Mary’s Chair Aerobics 

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.  - February 6, 13, 20, and 27

 Improve your fitness level with fun, free, weekly workouts. 

Thursday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. 

Bingo 

 Play Bingo and enjoy a snack with others in the community. 

By Roy L. Williams, PR Director|Birmingham Public Library

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