Crafts, Wellness, And More Summer Reading Programs, June 21—25
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| The Bama Air Dogs love Summer Reading, too! Photo by Roy Williams. |
Bama Air Dogs joined the Avondale Regional Branch Library for our Summer Reading Program last Tuesday, June 14!
Oceans of Possibilities continues at the Birmingham Public Library (BPL) with more exciting programs this week, like silk screen printing at the Pratt City Branch Library and Murder Mystery Mayhem at the Avondale Library. Keep reading to find out more!
Monday, June 20
All BPL locations are closed in observance of Juneteenth.
Tuesday, June 21
West End Branch Library | 1348 Tuscaloosa Ave SW
Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Build and decorate a bird house for your feathery neighbors to enjoy!
Avondale Regional Branch Library | 509 40th St S
From 9:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.
Aarrrrr, Mateys! There is a golden treasure hidden among the shelves just waiting to be discovered. Put your indoor scavenger hunting skills to the test and scour the Avondale Library's ocean waves of fun. New hunts are posted weekly.
Smithfield Branch Library | 1 8th Ave W
Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Let your crochet activity flow! Smithfield staff promise this class will be off the hook. Come join them for a fun-filled crochet event.
Wednesday, June 22
Lighthouse by the Sea Totes: Silk Screen Printing
Pratt City Branch Library | 509 Dugan Ave
Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Get ready to pack your essentials in a tote that any beachgoer would love. Spend a fun hour decorating and adding color to a lighthouse image that's been screen printed. All participants get to take their totes home. All materials will be provided. Space is limited; registration is required.
Five Points West Regional Branch Library | 4812 Ave W
Starts at 10:30 a.m.
Make a beautiful, beaded sun catcher to celebrate the summer. You can hang it in front of a window to stop birds from flying into the window and enjoy it from the comfort of your indoors.
Eat Your Way to Wellness: Basics of Nutrition
Woodlawn Branch Library | 5709 1st Ave N
Starts at 2:00 p.m.
Come learn about the six essential nutrients for your health and what role each plays in your body for optimal health. The more you know the better choices you can make for your improved wellness.
Thursday, June 23
Powderly Branch Library | 3301 Jefferson Ave SW
Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Have you ever wondered how jellyfish glow? Some species of jellyfish can glow through a process called phosphoresces (glowing) in which they absorb energy from other sources (like food) and release it in the form of light. Participants will make a glowing jellyfish craft and learn other fascinating facts about jellyfish. The glowing jellyfish will look amazing at night hanging in the front foyer of the library. Registration required.
UABArtPlay Paint with East Ensley Branch Library
Ensley Recreation Center | 2800 Ave K
Starts at 1:00 p.m.
This program is happening off-site at the Ensley Recreation Center. Pick up your paintbrush and let the colors flow as students in this class will dive into learning about the amazing world of seashells. Discover how mollusks make their shells, use them for protection and camouflage and then create a beautiful piece of shell art to take home!
Whale of a Tale Thursdays
North Avondale Branch Library | 501 43rd St N
Starts at 11:30 a.m.
All hands on deck! Come on in, grab a snack and enjoy a movie about some of our friends that live in the ocean!
Friday, June 24
West End Branch Library | 1348 Tuscaloosa Ave SW
Available while supplies last
Swim by the West End Library and prepare to have fun and learn about ocean habitats with an ocean sensory bin!
North Birmingham Regional Branch Library | 2501 31st Ave N
Starts at 12:00 p.m.
What's happening under the sea? In this engaging program, you'll learn about waves, currents, mysterious ocean creatures, and more. Find out how you can protect the world's biggest, most diverse ecosystem in McWane Science Center's new oceanic adventure.
Woodlawn Branch Library | 1 8th Ave W
From 2:00—3:30 p.m.
Join Woodlawn staff for the summer movie season with Friday Matinees. Exciting movies will be presented every Friday!
Saturday, June 25
Murder Mystery Mayhem
Avondale Regional Branch Library | 509 40th St S
Start at 2:00 p.m.
This program is intended for adults. Cruise into adventure on the high seas and play detective along with your fellow passengers in this fun, interactive mystery party. Registration is required. Call 205-226-4003 for more information.
Thanks to the Birmingham Legion FC and the City of Birmingham Parks and Recreation Department for helping make Oceans of Possibilities possible at all 16 active BPL locations.
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By Cheyenne Trujillo | Library Assistant Ⅲ, Public Relations
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