Birmingham Public Library Blog

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. Registration for Summer Reading is available at any BPL location . To see the full list of Summer Reading programs by location, click here .  📍  Spotlight: Titusville Branch   Library Address: 2 6th Avenue SW, Birmingham, AL 35211 Phone: (205) 322-1140 Follow us on Facebook : Titusville Branch Library  Line Dancing with Tracy L. Williams 📅  Date/Time :  Fridays June 27, July 11, 18, 25| 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM Want to learn to line dance at BPL?  Join Titusville Branch's popular line dance classes every Friday led by instructor Tracey L. Williams. Color Our World Red, White and Blue with Patriotic Art for Adults 📅  Date/Time :  Wednesday, July 2 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Use construction paper, straws, Q-tips, and paint to put together an amazing inspirational project...

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. Registration for Summer Reading is available at any BPL location . To see the full list of Summer Reading programs by location, click here .  📍  Spotlight: East Ensley Branch   Library Address: 900 14th Street Ensley, Birmingham, AL 35218 Phone: (205) 787-1928 Follow us on Facebook :  East Ensley Branch Library Button Canvas Art 📅  Date/Time :  Thursday, July 10 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM This relaxing activity encourages the use of imagination through buttons, color and glue. Fun with the Museum of Art 📅  Date/Time :  Tuesday, July 15| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Join us as Ms. Lydia with the Museum of Art show us how to use color in our world. Dancing with Color 📅  Date/Time :  Thursday, July 17 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Dance...

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. Registration for Summer Reading is available at any BPL location . To see the full list of Summer Reading programs by location, click here .  📍  Spotlight: Avondale Regional Library Address: 509 40th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35222 Phone: (205) 226-4000 Follow us on Facebook : Avondale Regional Library Time for Tales 📅  Date/Time :  Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM  Join Ms. Cas for a wonderful morning of preschool storytime filled with music, stories and fun galore. Groups welcome. 24-hour advanced registration required.    Pop - in - Play 📅 Date/Time :  Tuesdays,  July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Join Ms. Campbell for an exciting morning of circle time and interactive playtime  fun. Limited space.  24-hou...

What:   The Self-Care Mastermind Series: Community Edition 2025 Date : Tuesday July 1, 2025 Time:  5:30-6:30 PM Location:  1st Floor, Central Library , 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, Ala. Details:   The instructor for the Self-Care Mastermind: Community Edition 2025 series is Christina (C. J.) Wade. Ms. Wade is a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach. Food is Your Friend! Do you find yourself constantly worrying about your weight? Well, join the club! As we get older, most of us struggle with maintaining or losing weight due largely to physiological changes such as increased body fat, decreased muscle mass, hormonal fluctuations, and a slow down in our metabolism. But there is also a behavioral aspect to our body weight concerns. Yes, you guessed it...it’s our food consumption. Of course, food is a necessity and if it is consumed properly it will help to ensure that we are healthy and well nourished. Unfortunately, our eating habits can, and frequently ...

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. Registration for Summer Reading is available at any BPL location . To see the full list of Summer Reading programs by location, click here .  📍  Spotlight: North Birmingham Regional Library Address: 2501 31st Ave. North, Birmingham, AL 35207 Phone: (205) 226-4025 Follow us on Facebook : North Birmingham Regional Library Slide City Chair Aerobics 📅 Date/Time :  Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 9:30 - 10:00 AM Let's get your workout on and exercise at your own pace. Community Stress Support 📅  Date/Time :  Wednesdays,  July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30   | 10:00 – 11:00 AM Connect with others in a group discussion on how to alleviate the day-to-day stresses of life.   Slide City Chair Aerobics 📅  Date/Time :  Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | 9:30 - 10:00 AM L...

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. Registration for Summer Reading is available at  any BPL location . To see the full list of Summer Reading programs by location,  click here .  📍  Spotlight: West End Branch   Library Address: 1348 Tuscaloosa Ave. SW, Birmingham, AL 35211 Phone: (205) 226-4089 Follow us on Facebook : West End Branch Library Mary's Chair Aerobics 📅  Date/Time :  Thursdays, July  3, 10, 17, 24, 31| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM  Join Ms. Mary for Chair aerobics every Thursday. Jigsaw Puzzles 📅  Date/Time : Friday, June 27| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Complete a colorful jigsaw puzzle on your own or with friends and family.  Friday Movie Matinee 📅  Date/Time : Friday, June 27 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Bring a friend or make new ones while watching a movie every Friday. Snacks provided....

Did you know that BPL's Woodlawn Branch Library offers free tech help tutoring appointments every week? Available Tuesdays (2:00 - 3:00 PM) and Fridays (3:00 - 4:00 PM) on a first-come-first-serve basis, these free sessions aim to help our patrons learn basic technology skills and build confidence using devices like computers, tablets, and phones. Digital literacy is essential for navigating the world today. The Woodlawn Branch Library created this program several months ago in the hopes of better serving our community’s needs and interests by helping them learn how to navigate technology more effectively and efficiently. Sign up for appointments at the Woodlawn Branch Library by calling (205) 595-2001 or in person at 5701 First Ave North. You can reserve a 30-minute session on a topic of your choice: a specific task or general basic skills. Bring your own device (laptop, computer, or phone) or learn on a library device. Reserving time in advance allows staff members to provid...

Have you ever wanted to learn the latest line dances such as Boots on the Ground and Cupid's Flex ? Did you know that several Birmingham Public Library locations host free line dance classes every week?   Line dancing has exploded in popularity over the past several years. If you want to get on board the line dance craze that is sweeping the nation, here's a listing of BPL locations that offer free line dance classes weekly this summer: Titusville Branch Library Phone:  (205) 322-1140   Dates: June 20, 27; July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29   Time: 10:45 – 11:45 AM Have you ever wanted to learn the latest line dances or improve your skills on the dance floor? Join Titusville Branch’s popular Friday line dance classes led by Tracy L. Williams! Participants will enjoy a new experience at the library through exercise – and make new friends on the dance floor every week. All levels are welcome, and no experience is necessary . West End Branch Library...