
01/06/2021
Get ready to light up the new year! Drop by Avondale Library to pick up our new Grab & Go for Grown-Ups craft kit and make your own decoupage “stained glass” candle cup.
Avondale Regional Library is part of the Birmingham Alabama Public Library system At the turn of the 20th century, Andrew Carnegie, the industrialist and philanthropist, donated $10,000 to the city of Avondale to build a library.
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The beautiful building lasted 50 years, at which time the City of Birmingham and the library board recognized the need for a new building. The new library was built in 1961 complete with air-conditioning and increased space. In 1982, the city used bonds funds for an expansion and renovation that transformed Avondale into a regional branch for the southern area of the city. In 2005, the library closed again for renovations and refurbishing. For nearly one hundred years, the Avondale Regional Library has served the Birmingham community. In this new millennium, the staff, the board and the administration are committed to expanding and improving this library’s excellent resources and services.
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Get ready to light up the new year! Drop by Avondale Library to pick up our new Grab & Go for Grown-Ups craft kit and make your own decoupage “stained glass” candle cup.
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Sometimes we all need a reminder that what we do is valued. Thanks so much to the patrons who let us know that library service is important to them.
Thanks to the Shadix family for this wonderful article. We love our library patrons too!
A few weeks ago, Kate Shadix took her daughters, Sapphire and Light, by the Avondale Regional Branch Library to pick up their usual box of ...
(Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) It may have been September when we filmed, but our hearts were full of holiday cheer! We had so much fun and we know you will too watching our added-on bonus bloopers.
(Prerecorded September 2020) Our old friend Sallie Sue is presenting today’s Tuesday Tidbit in hopes of bringing a smile!
(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has stories to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
(Prerecorded September 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this tidbit. Check out these hidden gems: If you have a budding artist in the family, they’ll love Mike Venezia’s funny biographies!
(Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. A little girl rescues a magical bird, but her parents have other ideas for the wishes the wren offers! Settle in for a surprising story in today's Time for Tales.
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit!
(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
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(Prerecorded September 2020) Ms. Cas is THANKFUL for stories and songs, but most of all THANKFUL for YOU! What are you thankful for today?
(Prerecorded September 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this tidbit. You won’t be able to put down this Hidden Gem, a true story about a brilliant and creative young boy!
We are so thankful for our amazing patrons and supportive community!
The Birmingham Public Library loves partnering with surrounding schools. Among them: Red Mountain Community School, a longtime user of near...
(Prerecorded Sept. 23, 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. The Emperor has issued a challenge: will young Ping be able to prove his worth? Find out in today's story, the Empty Pot, by Demi.
We are thankful for our wonderful patrons! Thank you for sharing.
Count Shelly Ann Edge among patrons thankful for the Birmingham Public Library. Edge has been taking her 6-year-old daughter, Tallulah, to...
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit is a Science Snippet!
(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
#avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
Happy Button Day from Guadalupe National Park!
(Prerecorded Sept. 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
#AvondaleLibraryBPLStorytime #bplavondalestorytime
(Prerecorded September 2020) National Button Day is just around the corner...and Pete the Cat is getting ready for it!
Love, The Avondale Youth Department
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(Prerecorded September 2020) Explore your world and become a mapmaker - all in today’s Tuesday Tidbit!
Love, The Avondale Youth Department
This month’s Grab & Go Craft for Grown-Ups: Turn Over a “Thankful” Leaf.
Craft kits are available for curbside pick up Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call us at 205-226-4000 to request your kit!
(Prerecorded September 2020) A princess, a queen, and a deep, dark forest...what will happen in this musical story on today’s Time for Tales?
#bplavondalestorytime
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit is a Science Snippet!
(Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
#avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has stories to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
Bunnicula pumpkin says: Last call to check out Halloween fun for all ages! We have scary movie grab bags and Halloween reads for grown-ups, and not-so-scary book and movie packs for the kids. And you just might find a special treat in your bag!
Call us at 205-226-4000 to arrange curbside pickup!
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit!
(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
#bplavondalestorytime #avondalelibrarybplstorytime
(Prerecorded September 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. 🎶 The nest on the branch and the branch on the tree and the tree in the woods... 🎵 Today’s story is a song!
Avondale Library Seasonal 6 Pack for Kids!
Hey kids, get your driver to stop by Avondale Library for a 6 pack of reading fun! We have seasonal themed packs ready for check out, but you can always create your own. Call us at 205-226-4000 to reserve your pack today.
Themes include:
Apples // Aw, Nuts // Bats // Costumes // Day of the Dead // Fall // Food // Football // Halloween // Monsters // Native American Tales // Owls // Scary Stories // Spiders // Squirrels // Stone Soup // Thanksgiving
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit is a Science Snippet!
(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
#avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
Leaders of Excellence
October 31st, 2020 from 12pm-2pm
Leaders of Excellence will be partnering with Birmingham Public Library and several other amazing businesses for the Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat. Come by, bring your kids, get free candy, and goodies bags. Make sure you wear your mask‼️ Like, share, spread the word 🤗
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#MasksUp
#Free
#GivingBack
#TogetherWeServe
Looking for some weekend reading? We’ve added a Halloween-themed bag to our paperback 6-packs! (Romance, mystery, sci-fi, and western options are also available.)
Zero-contact curbside pick up is available 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Call us at 205-226-4000.
Cruise by Avondale curbside and grab a bag of weekend fun! We have themed grab bags of books and movies for all ages, and Grab & Go craft kits too.
No-contact curbside pick-up is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call us at 205-226-4000.
(Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) Mrs. Eve has popped in to share a favorite story for Fall! Enjoy! Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has stories to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
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Let's Hang Out!
Pick up a spooktacular craft kit and make your very own Halloween door decoration. Supplies limited, so don't delay (205) 226-4000.
Pop by Avondale Library to pick up a spooktacular movie night grab bag, complete with 5 DVDs and a bag of microwave popcorn! Themes for family viewing include Spooky Season Specials, Goosebumps, Monster Mash and Spooky Scooby Doo. For adult viewing, choose between Scary Stories, Funny Scary, and Old School Scary. Grab Bags are available for curbside pick up Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 205-226-4000 to reserve your bag today!
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(Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has stories to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve!
Mrs. Darnita returns with a new video focusing on upper body movement and balance. It’s time for our weekly yoga break:
(Prerecorded Sept. 23, 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. The Emperor has issued a challenge: will young Ping be able to prove his worth? Find out in today's story, the Empty Pot, by Demi.
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit - making a kiss jar! Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #AvondaleLibraryBPLStorytime #BPLAvondaleStorytime
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit is a Science Snippet! (Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
(Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) Mrs. Eve has popped in to share a favorite story for Fall! Enjoy! Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has stories to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
National Pancake Day is this Saturday, September 26th and we are kicking off the celebration with the story, “Flip Flap Jack”. How will you celebrate? #avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
Happy Button Day from Guadalupe National Park! (Prerecorded Sept. 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #AvondaleLibraryBPLStorytime #bplavondalestorytime
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit is a Science Snippet! (Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit! (Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #bplavondalestorytime #avondalelibrarybplstorytime
Today’s Tuesday Tidbit is a Science Snippet! (Prerecorded September 2020) Although Mrs. Eve has retired, she still has tidbits to share. Thank you Mrs. Eve! #avondalelibrarybplstorytime #bplavondalestorytime
Today’s Hidden Gem will appeal to teens and adults who love swashbuckling adventures and the dark side of Grimms’ Fairy Tales. #tuesdaytidbits
Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. It’s finally fall! What will young fox Lawrence do when he has nothing to bring to class for show and tell? Join us for a heartwarming autumn story in today’s Time for Tales. #bplavondalestorytime
(Prerecorded Sept. 25, 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. You won’t believe how big this turnip is! Join in and sing along in today’s Time for Tales.
(Prerecorded September 2020) Even though we aren’t able to be together right now, Mrs. Corinne wanted to make sure you wouldn’t miss this story. 🎶 The nest on the branch and the branch on the tree and the tree in the woods... 🎵 Today’s story is a song!
(Prerecorded September 2020) A princess, a queen, and a deep, dark forest...what will happen in this musical story on today’s Time for Tales? #bplavondalestorytime
(Prerecorded September 2020) Explore your world and become a mapmaker - all in today’s Tuesday Tidbit! Love, The Avondale Youth Department
(Prerecorded September 2020) National Button Day is just around the corner...and Pete the Cat is getting ready for it! Love, The Avondale Youth Department #bplavondalestorytime
Join us for some Family Fun - Avondale style! Call 205-226-4000 to reserve and arrange pick up of your ‘to go’ order - a BOGO coupon for Domino’s Pizza and a craft. Enjoy!
Today we are celebrating International Talk Like a Pirate Day with a sea shanty and some pirate math. Even pirates have to do homework! #bplavondalestorytime #avondalelibrarybplstorytime
It won’t take long, no need to sit To watch this silly rhyme tidbit! #tuesdaytidbit
What would you do if you met a bear playing the fiddle in the woods? That’s exactly what happens to the Arkansas Traveler in today’s Time for Tales! #bplavondalestorytime
Welcome back to Time for Tales! Today’s story follows a firefly who’s just a little bit different...will he ever find a way to belong? #bplavondalestorytime
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