2026 BPL Summer Reading Spotlight: Avondale Regional Library
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Talent Shows, Foam Parties and Dino Adventures Make Tuesday Nights the Place to Be at Avondale Library This Summer
BIRMINGHAM,
Ala. — Looking for
free family fun this summer? Make Tuesday nights at Avondale Regional
Library part of your calendar.
From an Avondale's
Got Talent showcase featuring some of the community's most talented young
performers to a giant Foam & Fossils celebration filled with
billions of bubbles, music, beach balls and cool treats, Tuesday Family Nights
are among the highlights of Birmingham Public Library's 2026 Summer Reading
Program.
Those
signature evenings are just part of a summer packed with dinosaur-themed
science, creative art projects, engaging storytimes, LEGO challenges, live
theater, and hands-on STEAM activities designed to spark imagination and keep
children, teens and families learning all summer long.
Avondale
Regional Branch Library
Address: 4300 Fifth Ave. South, Birmingham, AL 35222
Phone: (205) 226-4000
Summer
Reading Programs at a Glance
⭐ Tuesday Family Nights (Signature Events)
Family
Night: Jurassic Bark!
Tuesday, June 16 | 6–7 p.m.
Kick off Family Night with Michelle's Magical Poodles as trained dogs perform
tricks while delivering laughs and lessons in an interactive show for all ages.
Family
Night: Avondale's Got Talent!
Tuesday, June 30 | 6–7 p.m.
The popular Avondale talent show returns as children take center stage to sing,
dance, perform magic, tell jokes and showcase their talents before a supportive
hometown audience. Register to perform or cheer on the performers.
Family
Night: Foam & Fossils!
Tuesday, July 14 | 6–7 p.m.
Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with one of the library's biggest parties
of the year. Enjoy billions of micro-bubbles, music, beach balls, cool treats
and dinosaur-sized fun during this outdoor foam party. Wear play clothes, bring
a towel and get ready to make memories. Registration is required.
Storytime & Early Learning
Time
for Tales with Ms. Cas
June 18, July 2 & July 9 | 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Stories, songs and early literacy activities for young children and caregivers.
Registration required.
Pop-in-Play
(PiP)
June 16, June 30 & July 7 | 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Hands-on playtime that encourages exploration, creativity and social
interaction.
Wacky
Wednesdays: Dinosaur Discovery
June 17
— Dino-Mite Bingo!
A prehistoric twist on Bingo with prizes and plenty of fun.
June 24
— Dinosaurs, Reactions & Explosions, Oh My!
The Science Lady returns with fossils, dinosaurs and exciting science
demonstrations—including safe explosions.
July 1
— Brickosaurus!
Build dinosaur-inspired LEGO creations while learning engineering concepts.
July 8
— Earth, Layer by Layer!
Explore fossils, rocks and the layers beneath our feet through interactive
activities.
Creative
Programs for Teens
Paint
Your Own "Dino-Mite" Bookends
Thursday, June 18 | 3–4 p.m.
Glow-asaurus
Signs: Enter the Lumi-naceous Period!
Thursday, June 25 | 3–4 p.m.
Create glowing LED dinosaur-themed signs.
Apex
Appetizers: A No-Bake Dino Feast
Thursday, July 9 | 3–4 p.m.
Prepare fun dinosaur-themed snacks while learning simple kitchen skills.
Arts,
Crafts & Theater
Roar on
the Stage
Thursday, July 2 | 3–4 p.m.
Children explore storytelling and theater through fun performance activities.
Make It
Mondays
July 13 & July 27
Creative hands-on art and craft projects for young makers.
Birmingham
Children's Theatre Presents The Jungle Book
Saturday, July 18 | 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy a free live performance featuring Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera and Shere Khan
in Birmingham Children's Theatre's exciting adaptation of the beloved classic.
Join
the Summer Fun
Whether
your family wants to cheer on young performers during Avondale's Got Talent,
dive into a mountain of bubbles during Foam & Fossils, explore
dinosaurs through science and STEAM, or enjoy storytimes and live theater, Avondale
Regional Library offers one of Birmingham Public Library's most exciting
Summer Reading lineups.
Stop by 4300
Fifth Ave. South or call (205) 226-4000 for more information about
these free Summer Reading programs. Stay tuned as our Summer Reading Spotlight
series continues to highlight the unique experiences offered at all 17
Birmingham Public Library locations.
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