2019 Summer Learning Spotlight: Pen Craft Workshops

Decorative pens being made during Pen Craft workshop.

Looking for a simple gift or a cute display for your desk? Ink pens always come in handy, and the Birmingham Public Library wants to help.

Rachel Marable, a Library Assistant III at the Central Library, is hosting a series of "Pen Craft" workshops at several BPL locations this summer. The workshops are among more than 400 free activities for kids, teens and adults being held as part of the 2019 BPL Summer Learning.

"Participants will decorate ink pens that can be used for display or given away as fun gifts," Marable said. "Crafters will learn how to incorporate seasonal themes to their artwork while displaying their love for learning."

The workshop has already been held at the Springville Road Library and Southside Library.


The remaining Pen Craft schedule is as follows (Registration is required so contact each library):

Rachel Marable of Central Library

 June 19, 12:00 p.m. (Adults) - Central Library (First Floor Conference Room)

 July 10, 10:00 a.m. (Adults) - North Birmingham Library

 July 15, 1:00 p.m. (Teens) - North Avondale Library

 July 16, 10:00 a.m. (Adults) - Powderly Library

 July 25, 12:00 p.m. (Adults) - Central Library (First Floor Conference Room)