BPL 2023 Summer Reading Spotlight: Powderly Branch Library
Each week, the Birmingham Public Library (BPL) will highlight the summer reading programs happening at all our BPL locations. One of today's highlights is on Powderly Branch Library!
Powderly Branch Manager Megan Green highlighted a variety of creative programs for youth, tweens/teens, and adults that include science projects, crafts, and a book "tasting."
These programs are a part of the nearly 250 programs that the BPL is offering for Summer Reading: All Together Now.
Youth Programs
You Matter!
Thursday, June 15 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Join the Science Lady for an exciting and engaging exploration of the states of matter! This fizzing, bubbling, exploding show will be full of cool chemical reactions. All together now for some simple science fun!
McWane Science Center Partners in Science
Wednesday, June 21 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Science needs a lot of people working together to tackle everything from fighting pandemics to operating a space station. See how scientists have solved these problems with a little help from their friends.
Dance Discovery
Monday, June 26 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
The Alabama Ballet provides a look inside the daily life of a professional ballet dancer, from the ballet technique to costumes and pointe shoes. The audience will enjoy participating in fun exercises that challenge coordination. The program concludes with a performance by Alabama Ballet Company dancers.
Tweens/Teens Programs
Comic Book Exploration
Tuesday, June 20 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Young patrons can discuss comic books with an emphasis on Black creators; find out about some of the most common comic/graphic novel story arcs, enjoy some fun interactive games, share your own comic book/graphic novel, and get a chance to get a free comic book!
Make It! Series: Customize Your Own Bag
Thursday, June 22 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Make It! Series: Japanese Lantern Making
Tuesday, July 11 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
In this program, tweens and teens will be making their own Japanese lantern. Supplies are limited, so remember to reserve a seat.
Adult Programs
Board Games in the Afternoon
Wednesday, June 28 | Starts at 1:15 p.m.
For adults who still love a good board game, join us for gaming fun! Be a child at heart.
Book Tasting
Wednesday, July 12 | Starts at 2:10 p.m.
Join us for a book "tasting" event. You'll have the opportunity to sample library books that you might not otherwise consider and customize a book bag in a fun and festive environment.
Here are all the programs Powderly Library is offering for Summer Reading: All Together Now:
Powderly Library
3301 Jefferson Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35221 | 205-925-6178
Youth Programs
"YOU" Collage Grab and Go Craft
Monday, June 5–Thursday, July 20 | 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Grab this craft to make at home. Express yourself and create a visual of who you are and who you want to be in a colorful collage of words and shapes.
Wiggle Storytime!
Wednesdays, June 7 and 14 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Tweens/Teens Programs
Make It! Series: Scrap Earrings
Tuesday, June 27 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Creating fun, fashion earring out of scrap fabric. Supplies are limited; please reserve your seat.
Make It! Series: Straw Weaving Bracelets
Thursday, June 29 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Make your own bracelet made of yarn and straws for a unique and colorful bracelet.
Adult Programs
Make It! Series: Japanese Fan Making
Tuesday, June 13 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Join us and make breathtaking Japanese fans from a variety of beautiful color patterns.
Movie Matinee
Wednesday, June 14 | Starts at 1:15 p.m.
Come and enjoy a movie in the afternoon with popcorn to snack on!
Movie Matinee
Wednesday, July 19 | Starts at 1:15 p.m.
Enjoy a last summer movie with popcorn to celebrate a summer well spent!
As a part of All Together Now, celebrating unity and kindness, signing up for summer reading this year also comes with up to $50.00 in overdue fines waived from your account! You can redeem this one-time amnesty throughout the summer reading schedule. Stop by any BPL library to register and receive the amnesty.
Follow the BPL on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and check out our calendar page for more summer reading programs! This year's summer reading program calendar is virtual only, and you can find it on the BPL's website.
By Cheyenne Trujillo | Library Assistant Ⅲ, Public Relations
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