BPL Spotlight: Springville Road Regional Library Adult Programs for August 26-30

Coffee Conversation and Crafts at Springville Road Regional Library

The Birmingham Public Library has started a new feature highlighting the many innovative, fun and educational programs offered every week at our 19 locations across the City of Birmingham.

This week's spotlight is Springville Road Regional Branch Library's adult programs, which attract adults of all ages and backgrounds every week.

Here is a listing of programs for adults being offered at Springville Road Library from Monday, August 26 through Friday, August 30:

Monday, August 26

 * Coffee, Conversation and Crafts, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

This is a community building and crafting program held every Monday except holidays. All craft materials and instructions are provided, but you may also bring your own projects to work on while enjoying the company and light refreshments. You do not have to work on anything if you prefer; just come visit and chat.

* Body Changers, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Body Changers is a volunteer-led weight management support group using the informational resources of the library. No specific diet plan is encouraged over any other. Group members weigh in and receive tips on food choices, exercise, recipes, and healthy lifestyles, as well as incentives for meeting.

 Tuesday, August 27 

* Bend & Stretch, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Gentle chair and standing exercises based on the National Institute on Aging's Go4Life program. Emphasis is on increasing strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. No experience necessary. 

Thursday, August 29

*Card Party, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Do you enjoy playing cards, but don't have a regular group to play with? Come join the library card party on Thursday mornings at 10:00 and meet other people who share your interest. We play poker, canasta, gin, and are looking forward to learning hearts, continental gin, spades, and maybe even bridge.

 Friday, August 30

*Brain Jam – Musical Brain Training, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

 Recent research proves that playing and/or singing music grows your brain and fights cognitive decline. Participants will play simple instruments and/or learn simple songs and rhythms to stimulate neurons in their brain. Patrons may bring their own instruments; simple instruments will also be provided.