Mark Your Calendar March 23-27 For These Spring Break Events at BPL

  

Spring Break Week Programs & Activities: March 23–27, 2026

The Birmingham Public Library is hosting exciting free events every day during Spring Break Week. From movie matinees and teen game zones to knitting, poetry, cooking, fitness, and small business workshops, BPL has programs for the entire family, from young kids and teens to adults and seniors.

Explore more programs anytime by clicking on our calendar at www.cobpl.org/calendar

Plan Your Spring Break at BPL

With dozens of free library events happening across Birmingham, there’s something fun waiting for you every day of Spring Break.

🌸 Monday, March 23

📍 Inglenook Branch Library
🥣 Series & Cereal, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Kids enjoy movies and cereal snacks in a safe Spring Break space.

📍 Springville Road Regional Library
☕ Coffee, Conversations & Community, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Decorate papier-mâché eggs while enjoying conversation.

📍 North Avondale Branch Library
📚 March Book Madness: Read to Win, 3–4 p.m.
Youth vote for their favorite books in a bracket-style reading challenge.

📍 Southside Branch Library
🌶 Southside Spice Club, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Pick up a free spice kit and explore new recipes.

📍 Woodlawn Branch Library
🧾 AARP Tax Preparation Services (M-F, March 23-27), 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (by appointment)

Free tax prep services. Advanced registration required.

🌸 Tuesday, March 24

📍 East Lake Branch Library
🎬 Spring Break Movies, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Family-friendly movie and refreshments.

📍 East Ensley Branch Library
💍 Jewelry Making, 1–2 p.m.

Make jewelry, from bracelets to necklaces, and more.

🧵 Sew Right!, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

📍 Central Library
💼 Profitable Pro Business Workshop, 5:30–7 p.m.
Learn marketing and branding strategies from entrepreneur Gilberto Herrera.

📍 Avondale Regional Library
🚗 Family Staycation Celebration, 6–7 p.m.
Indoor drive-in movie with pizza. Registration required.

🌸 Wednesday, March 25

📍 West End Branch Library
🧶 West End Crocheters, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

📍 Woodlawn Branch Library
🎲 Game Day, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Board games, snacks, and friendly competition.

🌸 Thursday, March 26

📍 West End Branch Library
♟ Chess for Kids, 3–4 p.m.

Learn to play chess with fellow teens and pre-teens.

📍 North Avondale Branch Library
🎮 Teen Takeover, 3–4 p.m.
Vision boards, art activities, games, and snacks.

🌸 Friday, March 27

 📍 East Lake Branch Library
🧶 Fiber Friday – Learn to Knit, 10–11:30 a.m.

Make new friends while learn the latest knitting techniques.

🎮 Game Day Friday, 3:30–5 p.m.
Video games, LEGO competitions, and more.

📍 Titusville Branch Library
🧘 Senior Exercise Class, 10:45–11:45 a.m.

Get in shape at these weekly senior exercise/line dance classes led by Tracy Williams.  

📍 Powderly Branch Library
🎨 Upcycled Erasure Poetry Workshop, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

📍 East Ensley Branch Library
💃 Line Dancing with Tracy, 1–2 p.m.

Learn the latest line dances with instructor Ms. Tracy

📍 Smithfield Branch Library
🎮 Chill Mode, 3:30–5 p.m.
Video games and relaxed hangout time.

📍 West End Branch Library
🎥 Friday Movie Matinee, 3:30–5:30 p.m.

🌸 Bonus Program

📍 Central Library

📜 Handle with Care, Saturday, March 28 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Learn how to preserve family photographs, letters, and historical documents using simple techniques you can use at home.

 Plan Your Spring Break at BPL

📅 Start planning your week by clicking here: www.cobpl.org/calendar

Written by Roy L. Williams - Birmingham Public Library