The Cardigan - Vol 3

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Kids Summer Reading 2024 Adventure Begins in Your Library

May 20 - August 4

(Ages 0-12) Summer is finally here, and we are ready for another spectacular summer reading program with you! Starting on May 20, come by the Homewood Public Library’s Children’s Department or visit our website at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr to sign up for summer reading. Once signed up, come pick up a goodie bag and a free book at the Friends Bookstore! You’ll receive a calendar reading log to track each day you read or listen to an audiobook. Bring your log to our children’s desk, and for every 3 days you mark off, you will earn an entry for our monthly drawings. A handful of winners are going to be picked on July 1 and August 5.

Teen Summer Reading

May 20-August 4

(Ages 12-18) Sign up online beginning May 20 at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr. After signing up you will be assigned to one of four houses. For every three books or audiobooks you check out in-person or online, you earn a chance to enter the weekly drawing for a gift bag. Each entry is a point for your house. Each time you attend a program over the Summer you get another entry and point. The team with the most points by July 31st will be invited to solve the mystery of the houses at a special program on August 2. Entries will be kept throughout the Summer, so each one will have a chance to win the grand prize drawing on August 5.

Adult Summer Reading

May 20 - August 4

(Ages 18 and up) Sign up online beginning May 20 at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/sr. For every three books or audiobooks you check out in-person or online, you earn a chance to enter the weekly drawing for a gift bag. The more entries you have, the more chances to win! Entries will be kept throughout the Summer, so each one will have a chance to win the grand prize drawing on August 5.

PHOTOS BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

MAY MAY

miss mollie’s musical storytime

Thursday, May 9 9:30 a.m.

All Ages

Monday, May 13 10:30 a.m.

ITSY BITSY BABY

Saturday, May 11 10:30 a.m. 0-18 mos

fiddlesticks LIL’ SWIMMERS STORYTIME with GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL Wednesday, May 15 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Register Online

Preschool

UP FOR SUMMER READING!

A partir del lunes 20 de mayo, los niños de 0 a 12 años pueden inscribirse en línea o en el Departamento de Niños ¡Coge una bolsa de regalos y un libro de tu elección! Children’s Events

Starting on Monday, May 20, children age 0-12 can sign up online or at the Children’s Department. Grab a goodie bag & a book of your choice!

Attend the Poetry Festival for Kids! Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m. FREE! Open to all ages!

Tuesday, May 28 30 a.m. | All Ages brary Parking Lot aturing Snowood SIGN

“DOLLS JUMPING OFF THE PAGES” viewing party with THE BIRMINGHAM DOLL CLUB

Enjoy some snacks & refreshments while checking out the dolls in the Ellenburg Art Gallery. Saturday, May 18 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

All Ages

LDREN’S DEPARTMENT’S ANNUAL

ADVENTURES IN WEATHER with James Spann

Tuesday, June 4 | 10 a.m. | All Ages

WHIZZPOP’S AMAZING ADVENTURES

Tuesday, June 11 | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | All Ages

MR. DAMON’S SHADOW PUPPET THEATER

Tuesday, June 18 | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | All Ages

ADVENTURES IN SCIEN

Tuesday, June 25 | 9

OFF THE STORI

(except on June 19-Juneteenth)

Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. | Preschool

EPIC EXPERIENCES

CAHABA CRITTERS with Cahaba River Society

Monday, June 3 | 3:30 p.m. | All Ages

FISHING FRENZY with Wildlife Fisheries

Thursdays, June 6 & 20 | 3:30 p.m. | K-Grade 5 | Register

CAVE EXPLORATION with Majestic Caverns

Monday, June 24 | 3:30 p.m. | Grades 2-5 | Register

WATER EXPERIMENTS with Cahaba Riverkeeper

Wednesday, June 26 | 3:30 p.m. | Grades 3-5 | Register

Monday, June 17

STORYTIME WIT VULCAN

Monday, 10:30 a.m Preschoo Register O

Wednesdays10:30 a.m. | Preschool

FIDDLESTICKS Saturdays, July 6 & 20 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Register Online

SCIENCE SHOW

Monday, July 15 3:30 p.m.

All Ages

West Homewood Senior Center

TRAVELIN’ TALES with That Puppet Guy!

Tuesday, July 9 | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | All Ages

ZOOFARI EARTH with Animal Tales

Tuesday, July 16 | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | All Ages

MR. LARRY’S MAGIC SHOW

Tuesday, Jul

WATER PLAY DA

Tuesday, Jul

NATURE TAILS with Fresh Air Family

Monday, July 8 | 10:30 a.m. | All Ages adventures in west homewood IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:

THE SCIENCE OF FLIGHT

Tuesday, July 16 2 p.m.

All Ages at the Southern Museum of Flight

NDO 101 with Shin day, July 11 | 3:30 ter Online

URES IN PALEON a Museum of Natu day, July 22 | 3:30

DVENTURES with Wednesday, July 24 | 3

Register Online

ALABAMA ANIMALS with Thursday, July 25 | 3:3

Register Online

6TH GRADE SOCIAL

Tuesday, July 30 | 6 p.m.

Incoming Grade 6

Register Online

Children’s Events Children’s Events

AUGUST AUGUST

ITSY BITSY BABY PRE-K PREP! Wednesday, Aug. 7 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 3 10:30 a.m. 0-18 mos.

MISS MOLLIE’S MUSICAL STORYTIME

Tuesday, Aug. 13 & Thursday, Aug. 22 9:30 a.m.

All Ages

Preschool

WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY!

Wednesdays, Aug. 14 & 21 3:30 p.m.

All Ages

BOOK BABIES Saturday, Aug. 10 10:30 a.m. 0-18 mos. mindful monday Monday, Aug. 26 10 a.m.

All Ages

DYSLEXIA SCREENER

Saturday, Aug. 17 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Register with Judith Capps, MDC, CCC-SLPD bhmliteracy@gmail.com

Birmingham Literacy & Language Services is a private practice specializing in comprehensive dyslexia evaluations and structured literacy intervention. Judith Capps, founder of Birmingham Literacy & Language Services is a Speech Language Pathologist passionate about helping struggling readers become confident in their reading abilities.

Children aged 4 & up will be screened using PAST (Phonological Awareness Screening Test) with a Single Word Reading Assessment.

Teen Events

Friends Bookstore $7 Bag Sale

May 2-4, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

From 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Friends Bookstore we are having a super $7 bag sale on May 2-4. Bags will be provided. All proceeds from the bag sale benefit the Homewood Public Library.

Teen Theatre Thursdays

Thu, May 2 & 16, from 4-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn about the performing arts with the assistance of Red Mountain Theatre. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Thu, May 2, from 6-7 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) This volunteer group of teens are dedicated to serving the Library.

Magic: The Gathering for Teens

Wed, May 22, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We will have decks available, but you are welcome to bring Registration required.

HPL Goes Medieval: Teen Summer Reading Kickoff

Thu, May 30, from 5-7 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We’re hurtling back in time. Come to the large auditorium once you’ve signed up for Summer Reading to receive your house that you will be gaining points for over the Summer. Enjoy the games we have set up, and the themed snacks. Come in your best

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ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Teen Events

JUNE 2024

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Sun, June 2 & 16, from 3-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Love D&D? Play the classic tabletop RPG with other teens. Registration required.

Comic Creators

Mon, June 3, from 4-6 p.m. (4th-12th Grade) Create a comic, manga, or graphic novel. Registration required.

Game Design Basics

Tue, June 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 2-3 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Gear up gamers! We’re going to be learning the basics of video game creation this Summer! This program is a series that will build off each lesson. Must have a working computer to participate. Registration required.

College Application Workshop

Tue, June 4, from 6-7 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Jefferson State Community College will be teaching this workshop. Teens and families of teens are welcome to participate. Registration required.

Teen Crochet Circle

Wed, June 5, from 3-5 p.m. (4th-12th Grade) Tweens and teens, welcome to crochet circle! Experienced masters and complete newbies are both welcome. We will provide all supplies, but you are also welcome to bring any projects you are currently working on. Registration required.

Teen Theatre Thursdays

Thu, June 6 & 20, from 4-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn about the performing arts with the assistance of Red Mountain Theatre. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Thu, June 6, from 6-7 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) This volunteer group of teens are dedicated to serving the Library. Applications can be found at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/tab-application.

Bike Maintenance for Teens

Fri, June 7, from 2-4 p.m. (6-12th Grade) Redemptive Cycles is here to help teach you how to do maintenance on your bike! Learn some basics with us. Registration required.

Yoga for Teens

Culture Club: Japan

Mon, June 17, from 2-3 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn about Japanese culture and some basic words with the Japan American Society of Alabama. Registration required.

Culture Club: Germany

Sun, June 9, from 3-4 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Unwind before the week starts with yoga. Yoga mats provided, but feel free to bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.

Teen Ani-Marathon 2023

Tue, June 10 & 24, from 4-6 p.m (6th-12th Grade) Watch anime! Discuss manga! Eat yummy snacks! Registration required.

Magic: The Gathering for Teens

Tue, June 12 & 26, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We will have decks available, but you are welcome to bring your own. Registration required.

Teen Art Boot Camp

Fri, June 14 & 28, from 3-4:30 p.m. (4th-12th Grade) Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! Registration required.

Culture Club: Djembe Drums with Yogi Dada

Sat, June 15, from 1-3 p.m. (6th-12th grade) Learn about the culture and history of the Djembe drum and West Africans in the United States. Registration required.

Thu, June 20, from 2-3 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn about Germany, German culture, and the language all while enjoying German snacks with the Alabama-Germany Partnership. Registration required.

Teen Nature Clean-Up

Fri, June 21, from 9-11 a.m. (6th-12th Grade) We will be meeting at the library and heading to the clean-up location. Parents are welcome to stay for this program. Registration required.

Fantasy Coffee and Canvas

Sat, June 22, from 2-4 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Enjoy a relaxing afternoon spent painting and sipping coffee. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Knight Shift - Medieval Evil Science

Sun, June 23 & 30, from 3-4 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We brought a real-deal scientist in to show you how to make a catapult. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Global Engagement for Community College Students

Thu, June 27, from 4-5 p.m (6th-12th Grade) Learn about how you can get involved in working or studying abroad during college. Registration required.

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Teen Events

Comic Creators

Mon, July 1, from 4-6 p.m. (4th-12th Grade) Create a comic, manga, or graphic novel. Registration required.

Game Design Basics

Tue, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2-3 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Gear up gamers! We’re going to be learning the basics of video game creation this Summer! This program is a series that will build off each lesson. Must have a working computer to participate. Registration required.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Sun, July 7 & 21, from 3-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Love D&D? Play the classic tabletop RPG with other teens. Registration required.

Resume Building and Professionalism for Teens

Mon, July 8, 3-4 p.m.

Learn how to set up a resume and act in a professional setting or interview! These real-world skills will be taught by representatives from the career center at Jefferson State Community College. Registration required.

Teen Ani-Marathon 2024

Mon, July 8 & 22, from 4-6 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Watch anime! Discuss manga! Eat yummy snacks! Registration required.

Magic: The Gathering for Teens

Wed, July 10 & 24, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We will have decks available, but you are welcome to bring your own. Registration required.

Teen Theatre Thursdays

Thu, July 11 & 25, from 4-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn about the performing arts with Red Mountain Theatre. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Thu, July 11, from 6-7 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) This volunteer group of teens are dedicated to serving the Library. Applications can be found at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/tab-application.

Teen Sumi-e Ink Wash Painting

Fri, July 19, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Come learn about the art of ink-wash painting. Registration required.

Career Planning for Teens

Mon, July 22, 3-4 p.m.

Teen Art Boot Camp

Fri, July 12 & 26, from 3-4:30 p.m. (4th-12th Grade) Learn some basics, some tips and tricks, and have fun doing it! Registration required.

Teen Fencing

Yoga for Teens

Representatives from the Jefferson State Community College career center are here to help you along that path. Registration required.

ACT Math Bootcamp

Sat, July 13, from 3-4:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) The Birmingham Fencing Club will be at the library to teach the basics of fencing. Please come in comfortable clothing. Registration required.

Sun, July 14, from 3-4 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Unwind before the week starts with yoga. Yoga mats provided, but feel free to bring your own. Wear comfortable clothing. Registration required.

Teen Crochet Circle

Mon, July 15, from 3-5 p.m. (4th-12th Grade) Tweens and teens, welcome to crochet circle! Experienced masters and complete newbies are both welcome. We will provide all supplies, but you are also welcome to bring any projects you are currently working on. Registration required.

Fish IDing with Alabama State Fisheries

Thu, July 18, from 1-2 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Are you a science lover, a fish lover, or someone who wants to catch and fry them up deliciously? Either way the Alabama State Fisheries will be here to teach you. Registration required.

Thu, July 25, from 6-7:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We are offering a 1.5- hour bootcamp session that will help you tackle the math portion with confidence. $15 per teen. Registration required.

Fantasy Fairy Jars

Sat, July 27 from 1-2 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) All supplies provided to create your own fantasy fairy jars. Registration required.

Culture Club: Shinkendo of Birmingham

Sun, July 28, from 3-5 p.m. (9th-12th Grade) Learn Japanese sword fighting (with wooden kendo swords) from Shinkendo of Birmingham. Registration required.

ACT Reading/English Bootcamp

Mon, July 29, from 6-7:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) We are offering a 1.5-hour bootcamp session that will help you tackle the English portion with confidence. $15 per teen. Registration required.

Sixth Grade Social

Tues, July 30, from 6-8 p.m. (6th Grade) Join us for a social event exclusively for students who will be starting middle school (no matter which school you go to!). Registration required.

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Teen Events

Teen Theatre Thursdays

Thu, Aug 1 & 15, from 4-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn about the performing arts with the assistance of Red Mountain Theatre. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Thu, Aug 1, from 6-7 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) This volunteer group of teens are dedicated to serving the Library. Applications can be found at homewoodpubliclibrary.org/tab-application.

Live Action DnD Mystery For Winning House

Fri, Aug 2, from 4-5:30 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) The house that won the most points over Summer Reading is invited to solve the mystery of the four houses in the live action turn based DnD themed adventure. This will be like a combination of fantasy themes and spells, with an escape room set up in our Large Auditorium. We’ll be providing pizza, drinks, and more! You will need to present your badge from your house to come in to this event so please make sure you have it upon arrival. No registration required.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Sun, Aug 4 & 18, from 3-5 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Love D&D? Play the classic tabletop RPG with other teens. Registration required.

Book Binding

Sat, Aug 10, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Learn how to make and bind your own books with September Reed. All supplies provided. Registration required.

The Road to College

Mon, Aug 26, from 6:30-8 p.m. (6th-12th Grade) Admissions counselors from several local colleges and universities will be present to answer questions regarding financial aid, ACT vs. SAT, application timelines, and more.

Adult Events

Introduction to Excel 2016 - Part 1

Wed, May 1, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us and learn Excel basics. Registration required.

Friends Bookstore $7 Bag Sale

May 2-4, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Bags will be provided. All proceeds from the bag sale benefit the Library.

Game Nights at the Library

Thu, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, from 6:30-8 p.m.

Feel free to bring your favorite game to share – aim for something you can teach a table of 3-6 players in an hour or so.

Momorabilia with Storyteller Dolores Hydock

Fri, May 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25 and go on sale Monday, March 25. A great way to celebrate the special women in your life! Registration required.

Homebuyer Education: The Basics and Barriers of Homeownership

Sat, May 4, from 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Presented by Judy Woods, Financial Wellbeing Coach/HUD Certified Housing Counselor.

Adult Crafting With September Reed Henna

Sat, May 4, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Henna provided. Registration required.

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

Mon, May 6, 13 & 20, from 2-3 p.m

This is a Zoom workout. All levels of fitness welcome. Registration required.

Financial Disaster Preparedness

Wed, May 9, from 11:30 a.m. –1 p.m.

Join us as Penny Southward, of Operation HOPE in partnership with Regions Bank, covers what to do in an emergency.

Niki Sepsas Presents Maternal Care in the Animal Kingdom

Fri, May 10, from 2-3 p.m.

A visit to all seven continents to look at the remarkable steps taken by mothers in the animal kingdom.

Clases de informática en español Miércoles, 13 de Mayo, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Para registrarse en estas clases, haga clic en el botón de registro de arriba o llame a Wilson al 205-332-6605.

Introduction to Excel 2016 - Part 2

Wed, May 15, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us and learn Excel basics. Registration required.

Homebuyer Education: Navigating the Path and Benefits to Homeownership

Thu, May 16, from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Gain insight into how homeownership builds equity, establishes legacy, is a tax write-off and is a long-term investment.

Miniature Painting With September Reed

Thu, May 16, from 6:30-8 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

Creating Book Flowers With Mollie McFarland

Sat, May 18, from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

All Ages Craft Swap

Sun, May 19, from 2:30-5:30 p.m. (All Ages)Bring your supplies to the adult services desk any day in May or the day of the swap as well and added to the swap selection. Registration required.

An Afternoon with Gin Phillips

Mon, May 20, from 12-1 p.m.

Join us as we welcome author Gin Phillips who will be discussing the power of fiction in the age of phones. Registration required.

Dixie’s Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, May 20, from 6-7 p.m.

For reservations, contact Randy Hicks, Greater Birmingham Humane Society, (205) 542-7111.

Balance and Fall Prevention with EW Motion Therapy

Tue, May 21, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Gain a deeper understanding of what balance truly entails and learn how to effectively assess your own.

The ABC’s of Medicare

Tue, May 21, from 12-1 p.m.

Karen Haiflich will answer your questions about how benefits are currently computed, how to become insured, and how to file a claim.

Seasonal Stories

Tue, May 21, from 1-2 p.m.

Join us for an hour long adult “storytime” of classic short stories with Sid Burgess and Julie Steward.

Google Sheets

Wed, May 22, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us and learn Google Sheets basics. Registration required.

Bridgerton Trivia

Thu, May 23, from 6:30- 8:30 p.m.

Up to 4 people per team. Prizes awarded for top teams, best team name, and best costume! Registration required.

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Adult Events

JUNE 2024

Adult Crafting With September Reed Flower Crowns

Sat, June 1, from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

Mon, June 3, 10, 17 & 24, from 2-3 p.m

This is a Zoom workout. All levels of fitness welcome. Registration required.

Introduction to PowerPoint 2016

Wed, June 5, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us and learn PowerPoint functions. Registration required.

Game Nights at the Library

Thu, June 6, 13, 20 & 28, from 6:30-8 p.m.

Feel free to bring your favorite game to share – aim for something you can teach a table of 3-6 players in an hour or so.

Stories of the South: The Cahaba River

Fri, June 7, from 1-2 p.m.

Join us to learn more about the history and elements that make up Alabama’s amazing Cahaba River.

Stories of the South: Historic Oak Hill Cemetery

Tues, June 11, from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Join us as we learn about the history of our city through our city’s oldest cemetery.

Google Slides

Wed, June 12, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us and learn Google Slides. Registration required.

Homewood Homewood

Senior Center Senior Center

June 17 June 17 3-4 p.m.

Edward Jones Charitable Gift Fund

Thu, June 13, from 6-7 p.m.

This seminar is designed to help individuals understand donor-advised funds (DAFs), and the role of a financial legacy in their overall investing strategy.

Niki Sepsas Presents Stopping to Smell the Flowers

Fri, June 14, from 2-3 p.m.

A round-the-world look at some of the most unusual, the most beautiful, and most expensive flowers that beautify our planet.

West Homewood Presents Niki Sepsas

Madeira: The ‘Isles of the Blest’

Mon, June 17, from 3-4 p.m.

An in-depth look at the Madeira Islands and how the archipelago developed into an unexpected tropical haven in the Atlantic. At Homewood Senior Center.

The ABC’s of Medicare

Tue, June 18, from 12-1 p.m.

Karen Haiflich will answer your questions about how benefits are currently computed, how to become insured, and how to file a claim.

Seasonal Stories

Tue, June 18, from 1-2 p.m.

Join us for an hour long adult “storytime” of classic short stories with Sid Burgess and Julie Stewart.

Painting Large With September Reed

Thu, June 20, from 6:30-8 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

Dixie’s Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, June 24, from 6-7 p.m.

For reservations, contact Randy Hicks, Greater Birmingham Humane Society, (205) 542-7111.

Stories of the South: Historic Birmingham City Symbol, Vulcan Tues, June 25, from 11 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Vulcan is the largest cast iron statue in the world symbolizing Birmingham’s roots in the iron and steel industry.

Internet Safety

Wed, June 26, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Learn about the risks of using the Internet and ways to avoid them. Registration required.

Stories of the South: Historic Birmingham Buildings

Thu, June 27, from 6:30-8 p.m.

Learn about the histories of the Watts Building, an Art Deco beauty built in 1928; the John Hancock Building, built in 1912 and part of the National Registry of Historic Places; and the Tutwiler Hotel, which opened in 1914, and was a hub of Birmingham business, social, and political circles, playing host to hundreds of celebrities, politicians, and dignitaries.

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Adult Events

The ABC’s of Medicare

Tue, July 16, from 12-1 p.m.

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

Mon, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, from 2-3 p.m

This is a Zoom workout. All levels of fitness welcome. Registration required.

Adult Crafting With September Reed Paper Lanterns

Sat, July 6, from 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

Game Nights at the Library

Thu, July 11, 18 & 25, from 6:30-8 p.m.

Feel free to bring your favorite game to share – aim for something you can teach a table of 3-6 players in an hour or so.

Stories of the South: The History of the Iron Bowl

Thu, July 11, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Regardless of which side of the rivalry you’re on, “A History of the Iron Bowl” leaves you filled with facts, figures, and statistics to make you the most informed fan in the rivalry.

EW Motion Therapy Redefining Nutrition: How Daily Habits Shape our Health

Fri, July 12, from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Discover the key to sustainable wellness through small, achievable steps, and take control of your health destiny.

Karen Haiflich will answer your questions about how benefits are currently computed, how to become insured, and how to file a claim.

Seasonal Stories

Tue, July 16, from 1-2 p.m.

Join us for an hour long adult “storytime” of classic short stories with Sid Burgess and Julie Steward.

Google Forms

Wed, July 17, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us and learn Google Forms. Registration required.

Miniature Painting With September Reed

Thu, July 18, from 6:30-8 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

Taylor Swift Cocktail Class Hosted by the Homewood Library Foundation with Kelly Viall of Birmingham Sushi Fri, July 19, from 6:30-8 p.m.

Gather your Swiftie Friends for an evening of Cocktails and Taylor-themed fun- all to benefit the Homewood Library Foundation. This is an adult-only program for ages 21+. Tickets are $20.

Registration required.

Stories of the South: Mildred J. Mills, Author of Daddy’s House: A Daughter’s Memoir of Setbacks & Triumphs

Tue, July 23, from 1-2 p.m.

Join us as author Mildred J. Mills discusses her poignant memoir of a daughter’s journey from a difficult upbringing in rural Alabama to a fulfilling life with a family of her own as well as a successful career far beyond the limitations of her upbringing. Books will be available for purchase and a book signing will follow.

Windows 11

Wed, July 24, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Join us to learn new features of the Windows 11 operating system. Registration required.

West Homewood Presents Niki Sepsas

The Grand Journey

Mon, July 29, 3-4 p.m.

The legendary vessels that made the “Golden Age” of transatlantic travel an unforgettable experience and how a crossing today is one of cruising’s classic itineraries. At Homewood Senior Center.

Dixie’s Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, July 29, from 6-7 p.m.

For reservations, contact Randy Hicks, Greater Birmingham Humane Society, (205) 542-7111.

Niki Sepsas Presents Amsterdam:

Queen City of the Golden Age

Tue, July 30, from 2-3 p.m.

The development of Amsterdam from a tiny settlement on the Amstel River to the most important seaport during the “Golden Age” of the Netherlands and its present role as one of the financial capitals of Europe.

Introduction to Word 2016 - Part 1

Wed, July 31, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Learn to create documents and use basic Word functions. Registration required.

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY

Adult Events

West Homewood Presents Niki Sepsas From “First Fleet” to “First City” Welcome to Sydney!

Thu, Aug 1, from 3-4 p.m.

The development of Sydney, Australia from its inauspicious birth as a penal colony of Great Britain to its position today. At Homewood Senior Center.

Game Nights at the Library

Thu, Aug 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6:30-8 p.m.

Feel free to bring your favorite game to share – aim for something you can teach a table of 3-6 players in an hour or so.

Stories of the South: Dolores Hydock Presents Soldiers in Hoop Skirts

Thu, Aug 1, from 6:30-8 p.m.

The program includes photographs, letters, journal entries, and excerpts from memoirs written by women after the war. Registration required.

Niki Sepsas Presents Pandemics! Altering the Course of History

Fri, Aug 2, from 2-3 p.m.

The recent Covid pandemic that we have endured is just another of the deadly pandemics that have swept our world and altered the course of human history.

WEST HOMEWOOD PRESENTS NIKI SEPSAS AUGUST 1 3-4 P.M.

Adult Crafting With September Reed Mermaid Crowns

Sat, Aug 3, from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

All materials provided. Registration required.

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally Mon, Aug 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2-3 p.m This is a Zoom workout. All levels of fitness welcome.

Introduction to Word 2016 - Part 2 Wed, Aug 7, from 2:30 - 4 p.m. This class dives deeper into creating Word documents and using Word features and tools.

Google Docs

Wed, Aug 14, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Learn how to create documents and more using Google Docs. required.

Painting Large With September Reed Thu, Aug 15, from 6:30-8 p.m.

All materials provided. required.

Wed, Aug 21, from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Learn the basics of how to use your iPad and ways to get the most out of it. Registration required.

Dixie’s Pet Loss Support Group

Mon, Aug 26, from 6-7 p.m.

For reservations, contact Randy Hicks, Greater Birmingham Humane Society, (205) 542-7111.

PHOTO BY ERIN NELSON SWEENEY