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Homewood Library Foundation Block Party
Saturday, April 5, from 5-7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $25 for ages 21 and up, $10 for ages 4-20, and free for children under 4 with the purchase of an adult ticket. Tickets can be purchased at homewoodlibraryfoundation.org or at the door, and the event is rain or shine.
KIWANIS PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Join us at the Exceptional Foundation on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 7-11 a.m. for the Kiwanis Club of Homewood-Mountain Brook pancake breakfast. Tickets are $8 and kids under 5 eat free! This year, the Homewood Public Library is the primary beneficiary.
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
April 6-12, 2025, is National Library Week. The 67th National Library Week theme is “Drawn to the Library,” to draw communities into the library. The week highlights the importance of libraries of all kinds to the communities they serve. Celebrate with us by entering our bookmark contest at hpl.pub/bookmark.
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CHILDREN’S EVENTS
MARCH MARCH
KIDS’ KIDS’ ADVISORY ADVISORY BOARD BOARD
Tuesday, Mar. 4 4:30 p.m. Open to Grades 4-5 APPLY ONLINE!
STORYTIMES
ONCE UPON A STORYTIME
Tuesdays | 10 a.m. (Except Mar. 25)
Preschool
PJ STORYTIME
Tuesdays | 6 p.m. (Except Mar. 25)
All Ages
STORYPALOOZA
STUDENT ART STUDENT ART
Calling all Kindergarteners through Grade 12! Submit your artwork anytime from Mar. 1 through Mar. 31 at the Children’s Department. For more information, check out www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
contest contest
BENEFITTING THE LIBRARY
Saturday, Mar. 8 7 a.m. at the Exceptional Foundation
Wednesdays | 10 a.m. (Except Mar. 26)
Preschool
STAY & PLAY
Thursdays | 10 a.m. (Except Mar. 27) Preschool
ITSY BITSY BABY
Saturday, Mar. 8 10:30 a.m. | 0-18 mos. ROLY POLY BABIES
Saturday, Mar. 22 10:30 a.m. | 0-18 mos. BOOK BABIES
Saturday, Mar. 29 10:30 a.m. | 0-18 mos.
FARM
monday, mar. 24 10:30 a.m. | all ages
COFFEE playdate! COFFEE playdate!
FRIDAY, MARCH. 7 | 9:30-11 A.M.
FRIDAY, MARCH. 7 | 9:30-11 A.M. CAREGIVERS WITH CHILDREN ARE WELCOME! CAREGIVERS WITH CHILDREN ARE WELCOME!
AFTER SCHOOL fun
BARKS & BOOKS (with GBHS)
HOMESCHOOL HOURS
S.T.E.A.M. POWERED! Monday, Mar. 3 | 1:30 p.m. | K-Grade 5 Register Online ART ATTACK! Monday, Mar. 17 | 1:30 p.m. | K-Grade 5 Register Online
VIOLIN 101
Tuesdays, Mar. 4, 11, 18, & 25 4:30 p.m. | Grades 3-5 Register Online
BAKE & MAKE
Tuesday, Mar. 18 | K-Grade 5 Register online for a kit!
TOUCH A TRUCK!
Wednesdays | 3:30 p.m. | K-Grade 5
ACTING OUT!
Monday, Mar. 10 | 3:30 p.m. | K-Grade 5
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE FOR KIDS (with Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind)
Thursday, Mar. 13 | 3:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
THEATRE THROWDOWN!
Monday, Mar. 17 | 3:30 p.m. | K-Grade 5
CREATIVE CLUBHOUSE
Monday, Mar. 31 | 4 p.m. | Grades 2-5 Register Online
TODDLER
JAMS! With FIDDLESTICKS
Friday, Mar. 21 10:30 a.m. | Preschool
TEEN & TOTS
READING TOGETHER
Thursday, Mar. 20 4-5 p.m. | K-Grade 2 Register online!
wednesday, mar. 26 10:30 a.m. all ages
DINO CAMP!
FEST! thursday, mar. 27 3:30 p.m. k-grade 5 register online
CHILDREN’S EVENTS
BLOCK PARTY!
Saturday, Apr. 5
5-7:30 p.m. All Ages!
TEEN & TOTS
READING TOGETHER
Thursday, Apr. 3 & 24
4-5 p.m. | K-Grade 2
Register online!
STORYTIMES
APRIL APRIL
a.m. 0-18 mos.
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Apr. 12
COFFEE
COFFEE
HOMESCHOOL
HOURS
S.T.E.A.M. POWERED!
Monday, Apr. 7 | 1:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
Register Online ART ATTACK!
Monday, Apr. 21 | 1:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
Register Online
BEGINNING GUITAR CLASS
Wednesdays, Apr. 9, 16, 23, & 30 3:30 p.m. | Grades 3-5
Register Online
KIDS’
Tuesday, Apr. 15 Tuesday, Apr. 15 4:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. | Grades 4-5 | Grades 4-5 END OF THE SCHOOL END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR PARTY! YEAR PARTY!
BAKE & MAKE
Apr.
5
FRIDAY, APR. 11 | 9:30-11 A.M. FRIDAY, APR. 11 | 9:30-11 A.M. CAREGIVERS WITH CHILDREN ARE WELCOME! CAREGIVERS WITH CHILDREN ARE WELCOME!
AFTER SCHOOL fun
BARKS & BOOKS (with GBHS) Wednesdays | 3:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE FOR KIDS (with Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind) Thursday, Apr. 10 | 3:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
ACTING OUT!
Monday, Apr. 21 | 3:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
THEATRE THROWDOWN!
Monday, Apr. 28 | 3:30 p.m. K-Grade 5
CREATIVE CLUBHOUSE
Monday, Apr. 28 | 4 p.m. Grades 2-5 | Register Online
TODDLER JAMS! With FIDDLESTICKS
Friday, Apr. 25 10:30 a.m. | Preschool
Saturday, Apr. 26 2 p.m. K-Grade 5
TEEN EVENTS MARCH
Arts, Crafts, and Theater
March 9th and 23rd March 9th and 23rd
Teen Yoga Teen Yoga
3-4 p.m. Round Aud. 3-4 p.m. Round Aud. 6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Relax your body and Relax your body and mind. Mats provided. mind. Mats provided.
Life Skills
4-H:
Monday, March 3rd Monday, March 3rd
Comic Creators Comic Creators 4-6 p.m. Room 102 4-6 p.m. Room 102
4th-12th Grade 4th-12th Grade
Friday, March 14th and 28th Friday, March 14th and 28th
Teen Art Camp Teen Art Camp
4-5 p.m. Room 109 4-5 p.m. Room 109
4th-12th Grade 4th-12th Grade
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Learn how to speak and Learn how to speak and dress in a work dress in a work environment. environment.
Volunteering
Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advisory Board
6th-12th Grade
Thursday, March 6th
6-7 p.m. Room 109 TAB Podcast Episode 2
Teens and Tots Read Together
Teens and Tots Read Together
Teens, earn volunteer hours by reading with young children! Young children, come read with a Thursday, March 20th 4-5 p.m. in Room 101 downstairs
Building comics from the ground
Building comics from the ground up. All supplies provided. up. All supplies provided.
Friday, March 7th and 21st Friday, March 7th and 21st
Work on your art skills and have Work on your art skills and have fun with Mr. Kane Bourgeois. fun with Mr. Kane Bourgeois.
4th-12th Grade 4th-12th Grade
Learn to crochet or bring your Learn to crochet or bring your project. project.
The Ink Splatters The Ink Splatters
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Learn to wield ink to make beautiful Learn to wield ink to make beautiful paintings. paintings.
Thursday, March 13th Thursday, March 13th
Teen Theater Thursday Teen Theater Thursday
Monday, March 31st Monday, March 31st
Oil Painting Oil Painting
5-7 p.m. Room 110 5-7 p.m. Room 110
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Use oil paints to make stunning Use paints to stunning art. art.
March 1st-31st
Student Art Contest
K-12th Grade
Monday, March 17th Monday, March 17th
4-5 p.m. Large Auditorium
4-5 p.m. Large Auditorium
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Red Mountain Theatre will be Red Mountain Theatre will be here to teach you the basics of here to teach you the basics of acting! acting!
Writing
Tuesday, March 4th Tuesday, March 4th
Build a Book Build a Book
4-5 p.m. Room 102 4-5 p.m. Room 102
Film
Bring your art in to compete for the top 3 spots in your grade category! All art accepted under 50lbs.
1-2 p.m. Room 109 1-2 p.m. Room 109 Friday, March 21st Friday, March 21st
Studio Teen: Studio Teen: Film Club Film Club College College Admissions 101 Admissions 101
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
6-7 p.m. Room 101
6-7 p.m. Room 101
Parents: you don't know what Parents: you don't know what you don't know. you don't know. Learn the tips Learn the tips and tricks of the modern and tricks of the modern college admissions process. college admissions process.
We’ll guide you We’ll guide you through starting through starting a book! a book!
From script writing, From script writing, to filming, editing, to filming, editing, and finalizing, learn and finalizing, learn it all! it all!
Monday, April 7
Student Art Show Reception
All Ages
6-7 p.m. in the Gallery
Join us in the opening of the gallery of our awesome teen art entries! We’ll have snacks. Wear your red carpet best!
Music and Movement
Every Wednesday in April Every Wednesday in April Guitar 101 Guitar 101
4:30-5:30 p.m. Room 110 4:30-5:30 p.m. 110
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Learn to play the guitar! Learn to play the guitar! Instruments provided. Instruments provided.
Volunteering
Teen Advisory Board Teen Advisory Board
6th-12th Grade
6-7 p.m. Room 109 Prepping for Summer Reading
APRIL
TEEN EVENTS
Arts, Crafts, and Theater
Wednesday, April 9th Wednesday, April 9th Dying Hair Dying Hair
4-5 p.m. Room 109 4-5 p.m. Room 109
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Learn how to dye hair on extensions. Learn how to dye hair on extensions. No real hair will be dyed!!! No real hair will be dyed!!!
Thursday, April 10th and 24th Thursday, April 10th and 24th
Teen Theater Thursday Teen Theater Thursday
4-5 p.m. Large Auditorium 4-5 p.m. Large Auditorium
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Red Mountain Theatre will be Red Mountain Theatre will be here to teach you the basics of here teach you the basics of acting! acting!
Friday, April 11th and 25th Friday, April 11th and 25th
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Use oil paints to make stunning Use oil paints to make stunning art. art.
Teen Poetry Contest
April 1 - 30 6th - 12th 6th - 12th
Teens and Tots Read Together
Teens and Tots Read Together
Teens, earn volunteer hours by reading with young children! Young children, come read with a cool teen! cool teen! Thursday, April 3rd and 17th 4-5 p.m. in the Large Auditorium
Teen
Art Camp Teen Art Camp
4-5 p.m. Room 109
4-5 p.m. Room 109
4th-12th Grade 4th-12th Grade
Life Skills
Monday, April 21st Monday, April
American American Sign Sign Language Language
Work on your art skills and have Work on your art skills and have fun with Mr. Kane Bourgeois. fun with Mr. Kane Bourgeois.
The Ink Splatters The Ink Splatters
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Learn to wield ink to make beautiful Learn to wield ink to make
Monday, April 14th and 28th Monday, April 14th and 28th
3:30-5 p.m. Room 102 3:30-5 p.m. Room 102
4th-12th Grade 4th-12th Grade
Grade Grade
Create an original poem (maximum 2 pages in length) in any poetry style. Teens can submit up to two original poems. Poems can be submitted via the library’s website at www.homewoodpubliclib rary.org/poetry-contest. .
4-5 p.m. Room 110
4-5 p.m. Room 110
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
Learn the basics of sign the basics sign language, starting with language, starting the alphabet. the alphabet.
Learn to crochet or bring your Learn to crochet or bring your project. project.
Writing
Homewood Block Party
Food, games, music, face painting, and more! Tickets are $25 for ages 21 and up, $10 for ages 4-20, and free for children under 4 with the purchase of an adult ticket. Saturday, April 5, from 5-7:30 p.m.
Studio Teen: Studio Teen: Film Club Film Club
6th-12th Grade 6th-12th Grade
From script writing, From script writing, to filming, editing, filming, and finalizing, learn and finalizing, learn it all! it all!
Adult Events
MARCH 2025
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally
Mon, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2-3 p.m.
A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online.
FREE Adult English Classes (open to adults 18 and older)
Clase de ingles gratis para adultos
Tue, Mar 4, 11, 18 & 25, 6-8 p.m.
Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council slyas@literacy-council.org.
Practice Dance Sessions
Thu, Mar 6, 13, 20 & 27, 6:30-8 p.m.
The Jane Austen Regency Ball will be held on March 29, 2025. These practice sessions are for those who wish to learn some of the dances before the Ball.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Mar 7, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Donors Can: Call 1-800-RED-CROS(S) that’s 1-800-733-2767 or go online to redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: HWDLibrary.
Niki Sepsas Presents - Greenland: Life
Beneath the Polar Star
Tue, Mar 11, from 2-3 p.m.
A journey to one of the least visited places on the planet whose geography is part of North America, but its politics are in Europe.
College Admissions 101
Mon, Mar 17, from 6-7 p.m.
(Parents of High Schoolers). Learn the tips and tricks of the modern college admissions process. Register online.
The ABC’s of Medicare
Tue, Mar 18, from 12-1 p.m.
Karen Haiflich will answer all your questions about benefits.
SCAN HERE TO REGISTER!
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Seasonal Stories with Sid Burgess
Tue, Mar 18, from 1-2 p.m.
Join us as Sid Burgess and Julie Stewart present story time for adults.
West Homewood Presents Niki Sepsas
Destination: Malta!
Wed, Mar 19, from 3-4 p.m. at the Homewood Senior Center
A glimpse at some of the wonders on an island that has been the crossroads of invaders, pirates, and ancient civilizations.
Gardening Workshop
Thu, Mar 20, from 6:30-8 p.m.
In this class, we’ll explore native plants in our area, including their history and significance.
Love Struck: Love Stories for the First Day of Spring with storyteller Dolores Hydock Fri, Mar 21, from 6:30-8 p.m.
As springtime arrives and sets hearts a-flutter, storyteller Dolores Hydock shares stories of Cupid’s mischief. Tickets are $25 and go on sale Monday, February 3 at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.
Library Trivia League: Percy Jackson
Mon, Mar 24, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Join us as for Percy Jackson-themed trivia. Register online.
Retired Physicians SymposiumCOVID-19- Where We Have Been & Where We Are Now Tue, Mar 25, from 10-11 a.m. COVID-19 set off a worldwide pandemic. The virus is still with us, and it’s evolving. Find out where we are with new insights and research.
Miniature Painting With September Reed
Thu, Mar 27, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Join us to paint your own masterpiece on a mini- canvas and easel. Register online.
We cordially invite you to the Jane Austen Regency Ball on Saturday, March 29th from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Period costumes are encouraged, but not required.
Register by emailing jasna.alabama@gmail.com
The Jane Austen Regency Ball
Sat, Mar 29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
The Jane Austen Society of North America-Alabama Region invites you to join us for a Jane Austen Regency Ball. This ball will consist of English country dances with a “caller”, who will provide instructions for the dances as we go. No prior dance experience is necessary however, there will be a practice session from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for those who wish to learn some of the dances prior to the Ball. For reservations email jasna. alabama@gmail.com.
Rough Draft: Writers Group
Sun, Mar 30, from 3-4 p.m.
Come join a new community of writers at Homewood Public Library! Bring your laptop or notebook. Register online.
Dixie’s Pet Loss Support Group
Mon, Mar 31, from 6-7 p.m.
For reservations, contact Jenni Smith at 205-903-0958.
Adult Events
APRIL 2025
SATURDAY, APRIL 5TH
5 - 7:30 P.M.
FREE Adult English Classes (open to adults 18 and older)
Clase de ingles gratis para adultos
Tue, Apr 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6-8 p.m.
Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council slyas@literacy-council.org.
Homewood Library Foundation Block Party
Sat, April 5, from 5-7:30 p.m.
HLF raises funds through generous donors and events like the Block Party to support the Homewood Public Library.
Tickets are $25 for ages 21 and up, $10 for ages 4-20, and free for children under 4 with the purchase of an adult ticket.
Ticket price includes food samples from local restaurants, beverages, and activities. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door, and the event is rain or shine. Visit HLF’s website at homewoodlibraryfoundation.org to purchase.
Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally Mon, Apr 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2-3 p.m.
A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online.
Coffee 101 with Erin Isbell
Sat, Apr 12, from 10-11:30 a.m.
Learn more about your daily caffeine fix. Free samples will follow the discussion.
The ABC’s of Medicare
Tue, Apr 15, from 12-1 p.m.
Karen Haiflich will answer all your questions about benefits.
Seasonal Stories with Sid Burgess
Tue, Apr 15, from 1-2 p.m.
Join us as Sid Burgess and Julie Stewart present story time for adults featuring different authors each month.
Flower Bouquet Building Class
Thu, Apr 17, from 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Cost for the workshop is $23 and includes all materials and guidance by the instructor. Class size is limited to 24 participants. Register and pay online.
From Dapper to Flapper: How the Great War Changed Women’s Fashions Fri, Apr 18, from 1-2 p.m.
In honor of the 100th anniversary of The Great Gatsby, we welcome UAB professor, Beth Hunter to discuss the 1920’s.
Retired Physicians Symposium
Planning for the Third Age: Pearls for the Journey of an Aging Physician/ Individual Tue, Apr 22, from 10-11 p.m.
Join us for insights into the unique health needs of the elderly including nutrition, skin ailments, cognitive loss, memory impairment, immobility, and more.
Adult Crafting With Kane Bourgeois Bath Bombs
Tue, Apr 22, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Adults, learn a new hobby or spruce up your crafting skills! Register online.
Niki Sepsas Presents - “The Troubles” Ireland’s Period of Unrest Thu, Apr 24, from 2–3 p.m.
An examination of the events that led to the creation of the Irish Republic and how the counties in the north remain today a part of the United Kingdom.
DOCUMENT SHREDDING AND ELECTRONICS RECYCLING
April 25, 2025
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Painting Large With September Reed Thu, Apr 24, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Join us as September Reed shows you easy it is to paint your own masterpiece on an 11x14 canvas. We will provide all you need to paint your own masterpiece. Register online.
Document Shredding & Electronics Recycling
Fri, Apr 25, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us in Homewood Library’s back parking lot to help the planet by shredding your documents and recycling your electronics! Gone For Good’s shredding truck will be on site to destroy your sensitive documents and files. Limit of two bags or boxes of documents per person. Paper will be shredded, and boxes returned. Secure Recycling will also be on hand to take and recycle your old computers, household electronics, small appliances and other items.
Rough Draft: Writers Group Sun, Apr 27, from 3-4 p.m.
Come join a new community of writers at Homewood Public Library! Bring your laptop or notebook. Register online.
West Homewood Presents Niki Sepsas
Costa Rica: Treasures of the “Rich Coast”
Mon, Apr 28, from 3-4 p.m. at the Homewood Senior Center
Sparsely inhabited by native people, Costa Rica developed from a forgotten corner among Spain’s New World possessions to its present position as one of the hemisphere’s most stable governments, a global leader in ecotourism, and one of the few sovereign nations in the world without a standing army.
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HOMEWOOD LIBRARY FOUNDATION
Movies
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Computer Classes
MARCH & APRIL 2025
Introduction to Computers
Tue, Mar 4, from 2:30-4 p.m.
(Beginning Computer Users) Learn the basics of operating a computer. Register online.
Introduction to Internet
Thu, Mar 6, from 2:30-4 p.m.
(Beginning Computer Users & Seniors) Learn to browse the Internet easily & safely. Register online.
Clases de informática en español
Mon, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 6-8 p.m. Tendremos clases de computación los lunes de por medio desde el 10 de marzo hasta el 28 de abril. Regístrese en línea.
G-mail
Tues, Mar 11, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Seniors) Learn how to create, send, and receive messages using webmail. Register online.
Excel Part 1
Thu, Mar 13, from 2:30-4 p.m.
Clases de informática en español Mon, Apr 7, 14, 21 & 28, from 6-8 p.m. Tendremos clases de computación los lunes de por medio desde el 10 de marzo hasta el 28 de abril. Regístrese en línea.
Word Part 1 & 2
Tue, Apr 15, from 6:15–7:45 p.m. (Seniors) Learn to create documents and use basic Word functions. Combined Parts 1 & 2. Register online.
Word Part 2
Google Sheets
Tue, Mar 18, from 6:15–7:45 pm (Seniors) Learn how to create spreadsheets and more using Google Sheets. Register online.
Excel Part 2
Thu, Mar 20, from 2:30-4 p.m.
This class deals primarily with the creation of graphs and formula use. Register online.
Google Docs
Tue, Apr 1, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Seniors) Learn how to create documents and more using Google Docs. Register
Thu, Apr 17, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Seniors) This class dives deeper into creating documents and using Word features and tools. Register online.
PowerPoint Mon, Apr 21, from 2:30-4 p.m. Learn to create presentations using basic PowerPoint functions. Register online.
Thu, Apr 3, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Seniors) Stop by with your new devices and get help from our staff in using them to access library resources and everything else you might need. Register online.
Tue, Apr 8, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Seniors) Learn how to create presentations and more using Google Register online.
Thu, Apr 10, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Seniors) Learn to create documents and use basic Word functions. Register online.
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