BPL 2023 Summer Reading Spotlight: West End Branch Library
As a part of All Together Now happening at the Birmingham Public Library (BPL), we are spotlighting the summer reading programs at West End Branch Library.
Lynn Hutchins, West End Branch Manager, is especially excited about three programs they are hosting. They are offering youth programs with community partners, like the McWane Science Center and the fire department, and crafty programs, like designing your own reusable bag (a great way to carry library books while you're browsing!).
All Ages Program
Design Your Own Canvas Bag
Tuesday, June 20 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Paint your own bag to hold your library books.
Youth Programs
McWane Science Center Partners in Science
Tuesday, June 13 | 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.
Real Life Heroes: Firemen
Tuesday, July 11 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Meet the people who keep you safe during fires and medical emergencies and get a good look at their firefighting equipment.
These programs are a part of the nearly 250 programs that the BPL is offering for Summer Reading: All Together Now. Keep reading to see all the programs West End Library is offering this summer.
West End Branch Library
1348 Tuscaloosa Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211 | 205-226-4089
All Ages Programs
Movie Matinee
Fridays, June 16 and 30 and July 14 | Starts at 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy watching a movie. Bring a friend or make a new friend while you are here. Snacks provided.
Board Games
Tuesday, July 18 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Visit the library and play some great board games, like Scrabble, Jenga, Connect 4, and more!
Youth Programs
You Matter!
Tuesday, June 27 | Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Join the Science Lady for an exciting and engaging exploration of the states of matter! This frizzing, bubbling, exploding show will be full of cool chemical reactions. All together now for some simple science fun!
Dance Discovery
Monday, July 17 | 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.
Teen and Adult Programs
WE Walk with a Doc
Wednesday, June 7 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a 10-minute talk about health topics, like nutrition, exercise, and mental health, followed by a short walk with your favorite Cahaba Medical Care doctors.
Board Games
Wednesday, June 14 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Visit the library and play some great board games, like Scrabble, Jenga, Connect 4, and more!
How to Apply for a Passport
Wednesday, June 28 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Are you planning a trip abroad? Learn how to make your passport application process easy.
Stress Relief Coloring
Wednesday, July 12 | Starts at 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy a relaxing morning of coloring, soft music, and snacks.
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.
Each week, the BPL will highlight the summer reading programs happening at all our BPL locations. Stay tuned to our blog to find more All Together Now spotlights, like these:
By Cheyenne Trujillo | Library Assistant Ⅲ, Public Relations
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