Springville Road Regional Library Kicks Off BPL’s 2025 Summer Reading Program with 38 Fun Events for All Ages
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| Organization for Craters is among 29 Summer Reading Programs happening at Springville Road Regional Library during June and July. |
Throughout June and July, 17 BPL locations across the city will host more than 200 free Summer Reading programs for children, teens, adults, and seniors.
To see the full list of Summer Reading programs by location, visit BPL Summer Reading.
📍 Spotlight: Springville Road Regional Library
Address: 1224 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215
Phone: (205) 226-4081
Facebook: Springville Road Library Facebook
Springville Road Regional Library is offering 38 Summer Reading programs this year—2 Special Events, 3 All Ages, 18 youth activities and 15 programs for teens and adults. Registration for Summer Reading is available at any BPL location.
Below is a breakdown of the programs taking place at Springville Road:
🎉 Special Events
• Children’s Health & Information Fair (Family Event)
📅 Saturday, July 26 | 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join us at Springville Road Library for our Children’s Health & Information Fair! Meet local community organizations offering helpful information on health, education, and wellness for children from birth through age 18. It’s a great chance for families to explore valuable resources in one place.
📍 Contact the Youth Department for more details.
• Bubbles, Sun, & Fun
📅 Tuesday, July 29 | 10:00 a.m.
Let’s close out summer with a splash! Try out a variety of bubble wands, create your own, enjoy sidewalk chalk and outdoor games, and cool down with snow cones.
☀️ Weather permitting. Be prepared to get wet and have fun!
👨👩👧👦 All Ages
• Little Red Printshop
All June
Discover original hand-printed mini artworks from local artist Jessica Leitch at The Little Red Print Shop vending machine! Each relief print is hand-carved and printed—yours for just four quarters.
• Interactive Movie
📅 Tuesday, June 24 | 4:00 p.m.
Enjoy a lively, interactive movie experience! Expect laughter, movement, and audience participation. Registration required. Limited space.
• Button Art
📅 Tuesday, July 1 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Create your own custom button to keep or gift. Supplies available while they last.
👧 Youth Programs
• Reading Dragons
June–July
Read and grow your dragon! Kids earn a dragon card for every 30 minutes they read, progressing from egg to adult dragon. Start by signing up at the library.
• Spin Art Picture Frames
📅 Tuesday, June 10 | 4:00 p.m.
Use our spin art machine to design colorful picture frames. All materials provided. Families welcome.
• Pre-School STEM Lab
📅 Tuesdays: June 10, June 24, July 8, July 22 | 10:00 a.m.
📅 Saturdays: June 14, July 12 | 11:00 a.m.
Hands-on exploration following a short story. Designed for ages 8 and under. Parent participation encouraged. Registration required.
• Children’s Theater
📅 Wednesday, June 11 | 10:00 a.m.
Join us for an energetic introduction to the joy of acting! Groups and families welcome.
• Kid’s Movie Programs
📅 Thursdays: June 12, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24 | 10:00 a.m.
Cool off with family-friendly films and light refreshments. Different movie each week.
• Tie Dye
📅 Tuesday, June 17 | 4:00 p.m.
Create colorful pillowcases or bring a t-shirt to tie dye using ice and powder. Families welcome.
• The World of Magic @ the Library
📅 Wednesday, June 18 | 10:00 a.m.
Be amazed by magician Brian Reeves in this fun-filled magical performance. Open to all!
• Stitching & Upcycling for Tweens
📅 Saturday, June 21 | 12:00 p.m.
Learn sewing techniques and upcycle your clothes with artist Sam Roberts. For 5th–8th graders. Bring your own item. Registration required.
• Storytime with Ms. Mollie
📅 Wednesday, June 25 | 10:00 a.m.
Stories, music, and movement for young readers. Families welcome.
• Alabama 4-H Galaxy Quest
📅 Thursday, June 26 | 4:00 p.m.
Learn about space in this interactive family program by Alabama 4-H.
• Color Storytime
📅 Wednesday, July 2 | 2:00 p.m.
Another round of fun with stories, music, and movement. Families welcome.
• Tour De Route Race
📅 Mondays: July 7, 14, 21, 28 | 2:00 p.m.
Recreate the Tour de France with the board game Flamme Rouge. Open to ages 8+. Must attend all 4 days. Registration required.
• Alabama 4-H with Mrs. Bridgette
📅 Tuesday, July 8 | 4:00 p.m.
Interactive activities led by Jefferson County Extension. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Sloss Furnaces History Program
📅 Wednesday, July 9 | 10:00 a.m.
Learn about Birmingham’s iron history from Ty Malugani of Sloss Furnaces. Artifacts included!
• Family Fun Night: Fairy Tale Ball
📅 Tuesday, July 15 | 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Dress up as your favorite fairy tale character for a magical night of stories, snacks, and fun!
• McWane Science Center: Partners in Science
📅 Wednesday, July 16 | 10:00 a.m.
Discover how collaboration helps scientists change the world. Hosted by McWane Science Center.
• Art Museum Culture Case: Animals
📅 Tuesday, July 22 | 4:00 p.m.
Create animal-themed art inspired by global cultures with the Birmingham Museum of Art. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a parent.
• Storytime with Ms. Sandi
📅 Wednesday, July 23 | 10:00 a.m.
Enjoy music, movement, and stories with Ms. Sandi. Families and groups welcome.
🧑🎓 Teens & Adults
• Totally Totes
📅 Monday, June 2 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Get creative and design your own custom tote bag! All materials provided—just bring your imagination. Open to teens and adults.
• House Healing
📅 Wednesday, June 4 | 2:00 p.m.
Join Jason Kirby of Elysium House Healing for an introduction to the concept of house healing. Learn how to create a harmonious home environment that supports your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Discover how to turn your space into a sanctuary!
• Quilting
📅 Fridays, June 6 & July 11 | 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Learn a new quilting block each month in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their skills. All materials are provided.
• Fiction Book Club
📅 Tuesday, June 10 | 2:00 p.m.
Join us for thoughtful discussion and community at our monthly Fiction Book Club. June’s pick: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang. Copies are available for checkout at the front desk.
• Organization for Crafters
📅 Wednesday, June 11 | 10:00 a.m.
Join professional organizer Sarah Neely of Smart Living Skills to learn tips and tricks for creating and maintaining a clutter-free craft space that inspires creativity.
• Bleeding Art
📅 Monday, June 16 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Create beautiful, watercolor-style art using bleeding tissue techniques. No experience needed—just bring your creativity!
• Beyond Your Ordinary Book Club
📅 Tuesday, June 17 | 2:00 p.m.
This unique club lets you read, listen to, or watch any media within a monthly theme and share your thoughts in a group discussion. June's theme: Tea Shops.
• Color Explosion
📅 Monday, June 23 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Celebrate summer by designing firework city scenes with colorful scratch art. Materials provided.
• Tiny Terrariums
📅 Wednesday, June 25 | 3:00 p.m.
Create your own miniature ecosystem in a jar! A fun, hands-on project with all materials supplied.
• Faux Stained Glass
📅 Monday, July 7 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Design a beautiful stained glass-style art piece using safe and simple materials. A fun way to explore color and design!
• Fiction Book Club
📅 Tuesday, July 8 | 2:00 p.m.
July’s book pick: The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Stop by the library to grab a copy and join the conversation.
• Beyond Your Ordinary Book Club
📅 Tuesday, July 15 | 2:00 p.m.
July’s theme is Reader’s Choice! Choose any media that excites you and come ready to discuss with fellow readers.
• Sewing
📅 Friday, July 18 | 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Hands-on sewing class for all skill levels. Each session focuses on a beginner-friendly project. All materials provided.
• Crayon World
📅 Monday, July 21 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Use melted crayons to color and customize your own globe. A colorful and creative project for all experience levels.
• Miniature Art
📅 Wednesday, July 23 | 3:00 p.m.
Paint a tiny masterpiece on a mini canvas and display it on your own easel. All materials provided—perfect for aspiring artists or casual crafters.
🎉 Special Thanks
The Birmingham Public Library extends heartfelt thanks to our 2025 Summer Reading sponsors:
Friends Foundation of the Birmingham Public Library, EBSCO, Bud's Best Cookies, Checkers & Rally's, and Birmingham Parks and Recreation.
Written by Roy L. Williams, Public Relations Director – Birmingham Public Library
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