BPL Spotlight: Springville Road Library Beginning New Ukulele Class
All families are invited to enjoy tunes at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, as Ms. Tami serenades patrons with some of her favorite songs on the ukulele. The Beginning Ukulele class is Tuesday, September 10, at 5:30 p.m., as patrons receive free basic instruction on how to play the ukulele. Call 205-226-4083 for more information about both programs.
Avondale Regional Branch Library has been offering ukuleles for patron checkout since 2015. Avondale Library also provides free monthly ukulele classes for adults and youth.
These classes are among several free activities for kids, teens, and adults available at Springville Road Library during the month of September. Here's a listing:
Youth
Grubdown – September 10, 17, and 24 at 4:00 p.m.
Meet our library pets up close and personal! You'll be able to meet all of our library critters and pet them as you learn a bunch about what they need, where they come from, and how we take care of them.
All Ages Sensory Storytime – September 11, 18, 25 at 10:00
Join the Springville Road Storytellers for singing, dancing, stories, and awesome sensory activities! Each activity will be fun and educational in its own way. All ages are welcome.
1, 2, 3 Play With Me – September 12, 19, 26 at 10:00
Playing with your baby is not only important for bonding but it is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time and place for you to come to the public library and spend one-on-one time playing with your child. 1-2-3 Play with Me, a five week program, is for children birth through age 3 and their parents/caregivers. We will have toys, books, and art activities just for you and your child. Also, we have invited special guests from the community to join us each week
Family Night: Fun with the Ukulele – September 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Ms. Tami will serenade us with some of her favorite songs on the ukulele! Bring the whole family to enjoy some tunes.
Tech Time with Ms. Mollie – September 18 at 4:00 p.m.
Elementary school students will learn about coding through stories and games.
Craft Time with Ms. Chelsea – September 25 at 10:00 a.m.
Create a work of art with Ms. Chelsea! All you need to bring is your creativity!
Adults
Bend and Stretch – Every Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. and Fridays at 1:00 p.m.
Bend & Stretch is a gentle exercise program based on the National Institute on Aging’s Go4Life program. Led by volunteers, exercises build strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance. No age limit.
Body Changers – Every Monday at 1:00 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 incentives for meeting goals.
Beginning Ukulele – September 10 at 5:30 p.m.
Beginning Ukulele teaches participants basic instruction on how to play the ukulele. Call 226-4083 for more information.
Coffee, Conversation, and Crafts – Every Monday at 11:00 a.m.
Coffee, Conversation, and Crafts is a fun fellowship activity. 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. if you don't want to work on crafts, just come to visit and chat with new friends.
Brain Jam – September 13 at 11:00 a.m.
Brain Jam is a new program that aims to help seniors avoid memory loss. Brain training research proves playing & singing music grows your brain and fights cognitive decline. Join our “jam session” and have some fun. Simple instruments & instructions provided, or bring your own. Singers welcome, too
Reading Roadies – September 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Reading Roadies is a fiction discussion book group. The September book of the month is Tell the Wolves I’m Home by Carol Rifka Brunt. Call the Adult department at 226-4083 to reserve a book, or download the audio from Hoopla.
Afterthoughts – September 11 at 2:00 p.m.
Afterthoughts is a non-fiction book discussion group. The September topic that members are discussing is "Religions, Cults, and Ancient Beliefs." Call 226-4083 for more information. Light refreshments provided.
Musicians Jam – September 17 at 5:00 p.m.
Jam session with instruments. Call 226-4083 for more information.
Basic Sewing – September 20 at 10:00 a.m.
Sewing is an ongoing class which teaches the basics of sewing techniques. Please call Judy Dick at 226-4083 for more information.
Cane-Fu – September 26 at 12:30 p.m.
Cane-Fu is self-defense for seniors. It will engage older adults in the techniques of martial arts. Call 226-4083 for more information.
Card Games – Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
Card games are a great way to socialize. We have cards and rules for several popular card games, and people who want to learn how to play or play better. Recently we have played Poker, Contract Rummy, Fan-Tan, and Gin. If you want to play or want to learn a new game, please come join us. All materials and light refreshments provided.
Belly Dancing with Ms. Nona – September 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Participants will learn the basic moves of Belly Dancing in this class. Call 226-4083 for more information.
Basic computer instruction provided on an individual basis.
Call Barry Crane at 226-4083 to schedule an appointment.
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