Birmingham, AL, August 5, 2025

News Summary

The Birmingham Public Library is launching a series of free health and self-care programs designed to help participants manage stress and make informed health choices. Scheduled for August, these programs include various workshops and discussions led by health professionals. The initiative reflects the library’s commitment to fostering community wellness and highlights its role as a valuable resource for health-related information. All events are open to the public and provide an opportunity for community members to engage in meaningful health practices.

Birmingham Public Library to Offer Free Health & Self-Care Programs in August 2025

The Birmingham Public Library (BPL) is set to roll out a range of free health and self-care programs throughout August 2025. Designed to assist participants in managing stress, practicing self-care, and making informed health decisions, these initiatives signify BPL’s ongoing commitment to the community’s overall well-being. This effort underscores that public libraries serve not just as repositories of books, but as valuable resources for health and wellness.

Program Offerings

The scheduled events for August will provide various avenues for participants to engage in healthful practices:

• Self-Care Mastermind: Taking place on August 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Central Library, this session will be led by Christina Wade, a licensed massage therapist and certified health coach. Participants will explore themes of diet, relaxation, meditation, and journaling.
• Community Stress Support: Held every Wednesday (August 6, 13, 20, 27) from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the North Birmingham Regional Library, this group will share stress management strategies.
• Adventures in Self-Healing Through Journaling: This event is scheduled for August 9 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at the Springville Road Regional Library. Local author Vallean Jackson will lead a discussion on self-healing through journaling.
• Medical Alert Awareness: A session on August 12 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at the Titusville Branch Library will focus on navigating the Medic Alert database for medical emergencies.
• Exploring MedlinePlus: A Resource for Reliable Health Information: This virtual session on August 20 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, led by UAB’s Megan Bell, will teach participants how to use the National Library of Medicine’s health site. Registration is required for the Zoom link.
• UAB Mobile Wellness: On August 23 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the North Birmingham Regional Library, this event will provide health resources and wellness information in partnership with UAB Mobile Wellness, catering specifically to adults and seniors.

Venue Information

All events are free and open to the public, with specific locations provided for each session:

• Central Library: 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, AL 35203 | Phone: (205) 226-3600
• North Birmingham Regional Library: 2501 31st Ave. North, Birmingham, AL 35207 | Phone: (205) 226-4025
• Springville Road Regional Library: 1224 Springville Road, Birmingham, AL 35215 | Phone: (205) 226-4015
• Titusville Branch Library: 2 6th Avenue SW, Birmingham, AL 35207 | Phone: (205) 322-1140

For the virtual event, registration is available by calling (205) 226-3640.

Community Focus

The Birmingham Public Library is dedicated to creating safe and relaxing spaces where community members can learn and connect. These programs aim to foster a healthier lifestyle, encouraging participation from all members of the community throughout August.

A full calendar of these upcoming events is accessible on the Birmingham Public Library’s website, where additional resources and details can also be found.

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• Birmingham Public Library: Free Health Programs
• Wikipedia: Health
• Bham Now: Meeting Birmingham’s Health Needs
• Google Search: Health Programs
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• Encyclopedia Britannica: Self-Care
• Birmingham Public Library: Women’s Health Workshop
• Google Scholar: Health Wellness
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