Birmingham, AL, July 29, 2025
News Summary
The Birmingham Public Library’s 2025 Summer Reading series is wrapping up with a series of engaging events from July 28 to August 1. The program, featuring over 200 free activities, encourages community participation with options for all ages, including workshops, outdoor celebrations, and an author talk. As it comes to a close, families are invited to celebrate literacy and learning at the final events designed to foster a love for reading.
Birmingham, AL – The Birmingham Public Library’s (BPL) 2025 Summer Reading series is quickly approaching its grand finale, with the final week of events scheduled from July 28 to August 1. This summer’s program has been dynamic and engaging, with over 200 free programs held across 17 library locations since its launch on June 1.
The series has offered a variety of activities, including storytimes, author talks, STEM labs, games, crafts, and movie screenings. As the summer reading series wraps up, BPL invites the community to participate in a range of exciting final events designed for all ages.
Final Week Events
The concluding week will feature various events:
- Monday, July 28: A coding workshop from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35215. Participants will engage in creating projects using Scratch and explore binary coding crafts.
- Tuesday, July 29: An outdoor celebration from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 1224 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215. This family-friendly event includes bubble stations, chalk art, outdoor games, bubble wand-making, and snow cones, contingent on weather conditions. The day will also feature author LaDarrion Williams discussing his latest novel, “Bones at the Crossroads,” from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, AL 35203.
- Wednesday, July 30: A free workplace skills workshop is scheduled from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 5701 1st Ave. North, Birmingham, AL 35212, followed by a Mario Kart and Wii Sports games and competition from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35215.
- Friday, August 1: A quilt block sewing session from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 1224 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215, followed by a film screening honoring James Baldwin’s birthday, which will include popcorn, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35215.
Community Involvement
The Birmingham Public Library aims to promote literacy and foster a love for reading through various innovative programs. Families are encouraged to check the full schedule of events on the BPL online calendar to find activities that suit their interests.
More Than Just Books
BPL strives to highlight its role as a community hub that offers much more than just books. The summer reading series exemplifies the library’s commitment to engaging the community through a wealth of events and activities designed to enrich lives and promote lifelong learning.
Conclusion
The 2025 Summer Reading series at the Birmingham Public Library has successfully provided a platform for creativity, education, and community togetherness. As it reaches its conclusion, BPL invites all residents and visitors to partake in these last exciting events and celebrate the joys of summer reading.
FAQ Section
What is the Birmingham Public Library’s Summer Reading series?
The Summer Reading series is a program organized by the Birmingham Public Library that offers various free activities for all ages, aiming to promote literacy and community engagement through reading.
When does the final week of the Summer Reading series take place?
The final week of the Summer Reading series runs from July 28 to August 1, 2025.
Are the events during the final week free?
Yes, all events during the final week of the Summer Reading series are free and open to the public.
Where can I find a full schedule of events?
A full schedule of events can be found on the Birmingham Public Library’s online calendar.
Key Features of Summer Reading Series
| Day | Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, July 28 | Coding Workshop | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35215 |
| Tuesday, July 29 | Outdoor Celebration | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 1224 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215 |
| Tuesday, July 29 | Author Talk with LaDarrion Williams | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, AL 35203 |
| Wednesday, July 30 | Workplace Skills Workshop | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 5701 1st Ave. North, Birmingham, AL 35212 |
| Wednesday, July 30 | Mario Kart and Wii Sports Competition | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35215 |
| Friday, August 1 | Quilt Block Sewing | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | 1224 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215 |
| Friday, August 1 | Film Screening for James Baldwin’s Birthday | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 501 43rd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35215 |
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Additional Resources
- BPL Online News: Wrap Up Summer
- Birmingham Times: Summer Reading Kickoff
- Bham Now: Summer Reading Kickoff
- WBRC: Summer Reading Programs
- ABC3340: Literacy Act Update
- Wikipedia: Literacy
- Google Search: Birmingham Public Library
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Library
- Google Scholar: Summer Reading Programs
- Google News: Birmingham Public Library Summer Reading
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