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The Bell Center 5K & Children's Run
2025-03-15 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | The Bell Center, 1700 29th Ct S, Birmingham, United States
Lace up your running shoes to make a difference in the lives of infants and toddlers with disabilities! The 2025 Bell Center 5K is a community-oriented race benefiting The Bell Center, which provides vital early intervention therapy for hundreds of children across Alabama. This family-friendly event is not just about the thrill of crossing the finish line; it’s about creating lasting impacts and fostering a more inclusive and supportive community.
Register at: https://runsignup.com/2025bellcenter5k

Art with Spin: Sculptures by Corinne Cox
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16, 2025-03-14 - 2025-03-15, 2025-03-13 - 2025-03-14 | Central Library, Art Gallery (East 1st Floor)
Library: Central Library
Location: Central Library
Central Room: Art Gallery (East 1st Floor)
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Margaret Splane
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-3728
Contact Email: margaret.splane@cobpl.org
Category: Art & Exhibits,Arts & Crafts
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults,Seniors
Registration Required: No
Description: Art with Spin is an exhibition of whimsical, raku-fired sculptures made by ceramist Corinne Cox. Some of the featured pieces include depictions of imaginary creatures perched in open books and sculptures of what Cox calls â€œspinning headsâ€ topped with fantastical objects and animals. A reception for the artist will take place on Saturday, March 15, from 3:00 to 5:00 on the first floor.
Event Type: Art & Exhibits,Arts & Crafts
Art with Spin is an exhibition of whimsical, raku-fired sculptures made by ceramist Corinne Cox. Some of the featured pieces include depictions of imaginary creatures perched in open books and sculptures of what Cox calls â€œspinning headsâ€ topped with fantastical objects and animals. A reception for the artist will take place on Saturday, March 15, from 3:00 to 5:00 on the first floor.

Pi Day Program
2025-03-14 16:00 - 17:30 | East Ensley Branch Library
Library: East Ensley Branch Library
Location: East Ensley Branch Library
Audience: Children
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Benjamin Bolton
Contact Phone Number: (205) 787-1928
Contact Email: benjamin.bolton@cobpl.org
Category: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Description: Create a Pi Day paper chain craft to celebrate Pi Day at East Ensley Library.
Create a Pi Day paper chain craft to celebrate Pi Day at East Ensley Library.

Chill Mode
2025-03-14 15:30 - 17:00 | Smithfield Branch Library
Library: Smithfield Branch Library
Location: Smithfield Branch Library
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults,Seniors
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis
Contact Phone Number: 205-324-8428
Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org
Category: Games and Gaming
Registration Required: No
Description: Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us.
Stop by, enjoy a game, and chill with us.

Friday Movie Matinee
2025-03-14 15:00 - 17:00 | West End Branch Library
Library: West End Branch Library
Location: West End Branch Library
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089
Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org
Category: Film
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Film
Description: Enjoy a movie and a snack.
Enjoy a movie and a snack.

Device Drop-In
2025-03-14 14:30 - 16:30 | North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Location: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Audience: Adults
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Connor West
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027
Contact Email: connor.west@cobpl.org
Category: Computers & Technology
Registration Required: No
Description: Patrons bring in their personal electronic devices for basic technology assistance.
Patrons bring in their personal electronic devices for basic technology assistance.

The Morning Line Up
2025-03-14 10:00 - 11:00 | North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Location: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Audience: Adults
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Samantha Gaston
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4027
Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org
Category: Health & Fitness
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Health & Fitness
Description: Let’s get the mornings started with a little line dancing! Join us and learn the latest line dances in the morning!
Let’s get the mornings started with a little line dancing! Join us and learn the latest line dances in the morning!

Slide City: Chair Aerobics
2025-03-14 09:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-13 09:30 - 10:00 | North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Library: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Location: North Birmingham Regional Branch Library
Audience: Seniors
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Samantha Gaston
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4025
Contact Email: samantha.gaston@cobpl.org
Category: Classes & Workshops,Health & Fitness
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Classes & Workshops,Health & Fitness
Description: Slide City Chair Aerobics is for people who would like to ease their way back into exercising while in a community and motivational environment.
Slide City Chair Aerobics is for people who would like to ease their way back into exercising while in a community and motivational environment.

Whodunit?!
2025-03-14 09:00 - 18:00, 2025-03-13 09:00 - 18:00 | Titusville Branch Library
Library: Titusville Branch Library
Location: Titusville Branch Library
Audience: Children
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Reba Williams
Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140
Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org
Category: Games and Gaming
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Games and Gaming
Description: “One of these dinner party guests has broken a priceless vase, but no one will fess up! Can you follow the clues and guess “whodunit”?” Titusville library will provide a small visual puzzle display and provide a small prize for patrons who solve the puzzle. This program provides an opportunity for intellectual engagement.
“One of these dinner party guests has broken a priceless vase, but no one will fess up! Can you follow the clues and guess “whodunit”?” Titusville library will provide a small visual puzzle display and provide a small prize for patrons who solve the puzzle. This program provides an opportunity for intellectual engagement.

Women's History Scavenger Hunt
2025-03-14 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Southside Branch Library
Library: Southside Branch Library
Location: Southside Branch Library
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults,Seniors
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Gelenda Norman
Contact Phone Number: (205) 933-7776
Contact Email: Gelenda.Norman@cobpl.org
Category: Authors & Literary Arts,Computers & Technology
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Authors & Literary Arts,Computers & Technology
Description: This interactive program introduce you to authors familiar and unfamiliar. Scan QR codes throughout the library to discover clues that will lead you to amazing women authors and their masterpieces.
This interactive program introduce you to authors familiar and unfamiliar. Scan QR codes throughout the library to discover clues that will lead you to amazing women authors and their masterpieces.

Shout It Out!
2025-03-14 - 2025-03-15, 2025-03-13 - 2025-03-14 | Southside Branch Library
Library: Southside Branch Library
Location: Southside Branch Library
Audience: Tweens,Teens,Adults,Seniors
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Gelenda Norman
Contact Phone Number: 205-933-7776
Contact Email: Gelenda.Norman@cobpl.org
Category: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required: No
Description: Shout It Loud! Grab N Go and with kit and tell your story and the stories of others once you create your paper megaphone. Say It Loud during Women’s History Month.
Shout It Loud! Grab N Go and with kit and tell your story and the stories of others once you create your paper megaphone. Say It Loud during Women’s History Month.

Adult Coloring Club Craze
2025-03-13 22:30 - 23:30 | Titusville Branch Library
Library: Titusville Branch Library
Location: Titusville Branch Library
Audience: Adults
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Reba Williams
Contact Phone Number: 205-322-1140
Contact Email: titusville@cobpl.org
Category: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Arts & Crafts
Description: Join us at Titusville Library for our Adult Coloring Club Craze where you can come and color to your hearts content. Materials will be provided, such as coloring sheets, markers, crayons, and color pencils for coloring. This program provides an opportunity for nostalgic creative expression and socialization.
Join us at Titusville Library for our Adult Coloring Club Craze where you can come and color to your hearts content. Materials will be provided, such as coloring sheets, markers, crayons, and color pencils for coloring. This program provides an opportunity for nostalgic creative expression and socialization.

Pitch Nights Competition! Hosted by Techstars Alabama Energytech Accelerator
2025-03-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Innovation Depot Inc, 1500 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
🚀 Here’s What You Stand to Gain:

$500 in Prize Money: Kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with a cash boost.

3 Exclusive Coaching Sessions: Receive invaluable guidance from experienced mentors to refine your business plan, navigate challenges, and maximize your potential.

Valuable Feedback and Networking Opportunities: Connect with other aspiring entrepreneurs, learn from industry experts, and gain insights that could propel your venture forward.

Showcase Your Talent: Present your business idea to a panel of esteemed judges and gain valuable exposure for your venture.

🎯Eligibility:

Entrepreneurs or Early-Stage Companies: Open to individuals or teams at the initial stages of business development.

Industry Focus: No restrictions; all industries are welcome to encourage diversity in innovation.

Requirements for the Pitch Competition:

Company Age: Must be an operational business for less than 2 years.

Funding: Must have raised less than $100,000 in external funding.

Commitment to Growth: Willingness to attend at least 2 coaching sessions to refine their business model and pitch skills.

Movie Night
2025-03-13 15:30 - 17:00 | Inglenook Branch Library
Library: Inglenook Branch Library
Location: Inglenook Branch Library
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults,Seniors
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Savannah Garcia
Contact Phone Number: (205) 849-8739
Contact Email: savannah.garcia@hooverlibrary.org
Category: Seasonal
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Seasonal
Description: Stop by to watch a family movie about a robot befriending animals!
Stop by to watch a family movie about a robot befriending animals!

Anime-nia
2025-03-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Smithfield Branch Library
Library: Smithfield Branch Library
Location: Smithfield Branch Library
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults,Seniors
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Sequoria Lewis
Contact Email: sequoria.lewis@cobpl.org
Category: Film
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Film
Description: Anime for kids of all ages to watch.
Anime for kids of all ages to watch

Chess for Kids
2025-03-13 15:00 - 16:00 | West End Branch Library
Library: West End Branch Library
Location: West End Branch Library
Audience: Tweens
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089
Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org
Category: Games and Gaming
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Games and Gaming
Description: Learn how to play the game of chess. Practice with your friends.
Learn how to play the game of chess. Practice with your friends.

Handmade Envelopes Craft
2025-03-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Powderly Branch Library
Library: Powderly Branch Library
Location: Powderly Branch Library
Audience: Seniors
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Megan M. Green
Contact Phone Number: 205-925-6178
Contact Email: megan.green@cobpl.org
Category: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required: No
Description: Add a personal touch to your letters and cards with a beautifully crafted handmade envelope! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create unique envelopes using scrapbooking paper, adding charm to any correspondence. Using a simple template, you’ll design an envelope featuring eye-catching patterns on both the inside and outside.
Whether you’re sending a heartfelt note or a special occasion card, your handmade envelope will showcase your creativity and make every message feel extra special. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary!
Add a personal touch to your letters and cards with a beautifully crafted handmade envelope! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create unique envelopes using scrapbooking paper, adding charm to any correspondence. Using a simple template, you’ll design an envelope featuring eye-catching patterns on both the inside and outside.
Whether you’re sending a heartfelt note or a special occasion card, your handmade envelope will showcase your creativity and make every message feel extra special. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary!

Time for Tales
2025-03-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Avondale Regional Branch Library
Library: Avondale Regional Branch Library
Location: Avondale Regional Branch Library
Audience: Children
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Mrs. Cas
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4003
Contact Email: casandra.scott@cobpl.org
Category: Storytime
Event Type: Storytime
Description: Join Ms.Cas for a morning of action packed preschool and early elementary fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required.
Join Ms.Cas for a morning of action packed preschool and early elementary fun. Groups are welcome but registration is required.

1, 2, 3, Play with Me
2025-03-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Springville Road Regional Branch Library
Library: Springville Road Regional Branch Library
Location: Springville Road Regional Branch Library
Audience: Babies,Children
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Angela Brooks
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4085
Contact Email: angela.brooks@cobpl.org
Category: Arts & Crafts,Storytime
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Arts & Crafts,Storytime
Description: Come to 123 Play With Me. Parents and caregivers with infants and toddlers birth to age 4 come together to play, read and have fun together.
Come to 123 Play With Me. Parents and caregivers with infants and toddlers birth to age 4 come together to play, read and have fun together.

Mary's Chair Aerobics
2025-03-13 10:00 - 11:00 | West End Branch Library
Library: West End Branch Library
Location: West End Branch Library
Audience: Adults
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins
Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org
Category: Health & Fitness
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Health & Fitness
Description: Improve your fitness level with fun, free, weekly workouts.
Improve your fitness level with fun, free, weekly workouts.

Basic PC
2025-03-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Five Points West Regional Branch Library
Library: Five Points West Regional Branch Library
Location: Five Points West Regional Branch Library
Audience: Adults
Event Kind: One-time
Contact Name: Monica Cottrell
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4015
Contact Email: monica.cottrell@cobpl.org
Category: Career & Employment,Classes & Workshops,Computers & Technology
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Career & Employment,Classes & Workshops,Computers & Technology
Description: Learn PC Basics, Internet & Email
Learn PC Basics, Internet & Email

Believe it or Not: BHM Edition
2025-03-13 09:00 - 18:00 | Inglenook Branch Library
Library: Inglenook Branch Library
Location: Inglenook Branch Library
Audience: Children,Tweens,Teens,Adults
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Savannah Garcia
Contact Phone Number: 205-849-8739
Contact Email: savannah.garcia@cobpl.org
Category: Seasonal
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Arts & Crafts,Seasonal
Description: Answer trivia throughout the month for a chance to win!
Answer trivia throughout the month for a chance to win!

Income Tax Preparation with AARP
2025-03-13 09:00 - 14:00 | West End Branch Library
Library: West End Branch Library
Location: West End Branch Library
Audience: Adults
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Lynn Hutchins
Contact Phone Number: 205-226-4089
Contact Email: lynn.hutchins@cobpl.org
Category: Business & Finance
Registration Required: Yes
Event Type: Business & Finance
Description: AARP to offer free tax prep services every Thursday at the West End Library. Call the library for an appointment at 205-226-4089.
AARP to offer free tax prep services every Thursday at the West End Library. Call the library for an appointment at 205-226-4089.

Dance Club
2025-03-12 15:00 - 17:00 | North Avondale Branch Library
Library: North Avondale Branch Library
Location: North Avondale Branch Library
Audience: Tweens
Event Kind: Recurring
Contact Name: Olivia Evans
Contact Phone Number: 205-592-2082
Contact Email: Olivia.Evans@cobpl.org
Category: Health & Fitness
Registration Required: No
Event Type: Health & Fitness
Description: Come join the fun, as we dance. We will dance along to Just Dance videos on YouTube.
Come join the fun, as we dance. We will dance along to Just Dance videos on YouTube.
