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In Our Galleries
Visit our galleries during the month of October to view works on display by local and regional artists: Friends Gallery: Photography by Christopher Jordan Plaza Gallery: Prints by Scott Stephens Farmer Gallery: Magic City Quilt Arts |
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Sunday NovelTea
Join us for a discussion of The Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline over tea and refreshments. Call 444-7820 for more information. Sunday, October 1 from 3 pm - 4 pm Plaza Reading Room |
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Premier Screening of Direct Action
Direct Action is a film that explores a pivotal untold story of the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham between 1961-63. A small group of white lawyers and businessmen met with black leaders to orchestrate historic change in the local government and its segregation laws. Q&A with the filmmaker Tommy V. Wier and reception to follow. Call 444-7840 for more information. This project is supported by a grant from the Alabama Humanities Foundation, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Sunday, October 1 at 2:30 pm The Library Theatre |
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The Gardens of Emily Dickinson
Master Gardener Jason Kirby will discuss the gardens of Emily Dickinson at the monthly Friends of the Hoover Library Meeting. Refreshments provided prior to the presentation and a business meeting will follow. Call 444-7840 for more information. Monday, October 2 at 10 am Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms |
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Adult English Classes
Join us for FREE basic or intermediate English classes every Tuesday night this fall. No registration required. Call 444-7820 for more information. Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 from 6:30 pm - 8 pm Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms |
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Forgotten Alabama with Glenn Wills
Join us for a lunch and learn discussion of relics from across the state captured in hauntingly beautiful photos by Glenn Wills. Drinks and desserts provided with a book signing to follow. Call 444-7840 for more information. Wednesday, October 4 at 1 pm Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms |
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First Thursday Fiction Book Group
Join us for a discussion of The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. Refreshments provided as well as books for the next meeting. Call 444-7820 for more information. Thursday, October 5 at 10 am Adult Program Room |
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English Conversation Club
Join us for informal English practice for speakers of other languages. Call 444-7820 for more information. Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19, & 26 at 6:30 pm Administration Level |
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Marian McKay
Jazz and blues singer McKay and her band will transport you to a bygone era of big bands and classic sounds. Call 444-7821 for more information. Thursday, October 5 at 7 pm Library Plaza |
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Friends Blowout Book Sale
Your weekend plans are booked! Come and shop for bargain treasures! The sale includes gently used hardbacks and paperbacks, children's books, DVDs, books on CD, music CDs, and more. Most items will be priced under a dollar! Shop early and bring your friends. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Hoover Library. Their generous support helps fund programs for all ages at the library. Call 444-7774 for more information. Friday, October 6 from 9 am - 5:30 pm Saturday, October 7 from 10 am - 5:30 pm Theatre Level |
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Coffee & Espresso 101: Discussion and Tasting
Learn about brewing, coffee sustainability practices and more. Reservations required. Call 518-6264 to register. $10 Saturday, October 7 at 10 am, 12 pm, & 2 pm East 59 Cafe on the Plaza |
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Helping Hands
Drop in to make newspaper rolls for a local humane society. Teens and adults welcome. Call 444-7840 for more information. Monday, October 9 from 3 pm - 8:30 pm Adult Program Room |
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Glue Gun Gang
Make a craft stick haunted house. Adults only. Registration is required. Call 444-7840 to sign up for one of three sessions. Tuesday, October 10 at 6:30 pm Thursday, October 12 at 10:30 am Sunday, October 15 at 3 pm Adult Program Room |
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Spanish Conversation Club
Practice your Spanish and celebrate the culture. Some knowledge of the language is recommended. Adults only, 17+ please. Call 444-7820 for more information. Tuesday, October 10 from 7 pm - 8 pm Library Plaza |
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Second Thursday Fiction Book Group
Join us for a discussion of Commonwealth by Ann Patchett. Refreshments provided as well as books for the next meeting. Call 444-7820 for more information. Thursday, October 12 at 10 am Fitzgerald Room |
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Oleta Adams--SOLD OUT
Grammy Nominee and R&B icon Oleta Adams has inspired a legion of fans with songs that draw deeply on her roots in gospel and soul. Both performances are sold out, but call the Library Theatre Box Office at 444-7888 for waiting list information. $27.50 Thursday, October 12 at 7:30 pm--SOLD OUT! Friday, October 13 at 7:30 pm--SOLD OUT! The Library Theatre |
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Purl at the Plaza
Join us in learning new skills and making new friends with ongoing fiber projects! Call 444-7821 for more information. Saturday, October 14 from 1 pm - 5 pm Library Plaza |
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The Poisoner's Handbook
In this documentary, two pioneering scientists in New York City turned forensic chemistry into a formidable science, sending impatient heirs, jilted lovers, and desperate debtors to the electric chair (2014, TV-PG, 120 minutes). Free admission and refreshments. Call 444-7840 for more information. Monday, October 16 at 2 pm & 6:30 pm The Library Theatre |
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Neuroscience Cafe
Daniel Mirman, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology will discuss "Talking Brains: The Neural Systems of Spoken Language." Presented by UAB Comprehensive Neuroscience Center. Call 444-7840 for more information. Monday, October 16 at 6:30 pm Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms |
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French Conversation Club
Practice your French and celebrate the culture. Call 444-7820 for more information. Tuesday, October 17 from 7 pm - 8 pm Library Plaza |
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No Reading Required: Living Simply
Watch, read, or listen, then join us! For this new take on a genre group, you can read a book, an article, listen to an interview or podcast, watch a documentary, or just join in the discussion. Refreshments provided. Call 444-7840 for more information. Wednesday, October 18 at 12 pm Adult Program Room |
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I Love the 90s Trivia Night
Compete for prizes in our monthly trivia night! This month we'll test your knowledge of all things 90s from Nirvana to Saved by the Bell to Jurassic Park! Call 444-7821 for more information. Thursday, October 19 at 7 pm Library Plaza |
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Insatiable Readers
Feed your need for bookish conversations while you enjoy a cup of coffee. This month's topic is essays and short nonfiction. Call 444-7840 for more information. Saturday, October 21 at 10:30 am Plaza Reading Room |
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Write Club
Meet and mingle with your fellow amateur poets and novelists to network, share your writing, and offer each other moral support and constructive criticism. Call 444-7820 for more information. Saturday, October 21 at 10:30 am Fitzgerald Room |
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Andrew Raffo Dewar & Brad Davis
This duo utilizes analog electronic instruments in addition to percussion and saxophone. Call 444-7821 for more information. Sunday, October 22 at 2:30 pm Library Plaza |
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Introduction to Genealogy
Want to learn how to do genealogical research? Come to this introductory class that will help get you started on your genealogical journey. A member of Birmingham Public Library's Southern History Department will cover such topics as vital records, courthouse and church records, and the Federal Census. Call 444-7840 for more information. Sunday, October 22 at 3 pm Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms |
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Financial Planning Expo 2017
Learn how to create realistic financial goals and put them into action with help from the Financial Planning Association of North Alabama. Free one-on-one consultations available throughout the day. Call 444-7840 for more information. 1:00 - 1:10 pm: Opening Remarks 1:10 - 1:55 pm: "The ABCs of Medicare & Managing Health Care Expenses in Retirement" with Pat Burris 1:55 - 2:40 pm: "New Strategies for Long Term Health Care Planning" with Babs W. Hart 2:40 - 3:25 pm: "Savvy Social Security Planning" with Pat Burris 3:25 - 4:10 pm: "Tips for Informed and Safe Investing" with Alabama Securities Commission 4:10 - 4:55 pm: "100 Tips for Creating a Champagne Retirement on a Shoestring Budget" with Stewart Welch, III 4:55 - 5:00 pm: Closing remarks Tuesday, October 24 from 1 pm - 5 pm Theatre Level |
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Nighttime Nonfiction Book Group
Join us for a discussion of The New Tsar: The Rise and Reign of Vladimir Putin by Steven Lee Myers. Call 444-7840 for more information. Thursday, October 26 at 7 pm Theatre Conference Room |
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Monday at the Movies: Casper
Join us for a screening of Casper (PG, 110 minutes). Free admission and refreshments. Call 444-7820 for more information. Monday, October 30 at 2 pm & 6:30 pm The Library Theatre |
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