Help remember, honor and thank America's veterans and active military. Many gave the last full measure of devotion for the liberties of this Nation. Tour the National Veterans Shrine and Register of Honor and experience the stories of our veterans who have borne the burden of the toils of war and keeping the peace. Who

Singing and dancing from an unforgettable duo. Whoopty Whoop! REPEAT PERFORMANCES: 2:00pm and 6:30pm

Stop by to say hello to our pet hedgehog, Oliver! We'll take him out of his cage and feed him a few treats while you watch. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Singing and dancing from an unforgettable duo. Whoopty Whoop! REPEAT PERFORMANCES: 2:00pm

Stories, puppets, and lots of music for every member of the family. All Ages. No Registration

** Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham,  the country’s oldest ballpark, has been closed for repairs. This years classic will be held at Regions Field. The annual game is set for Wednesday, May 31st at 12:30 p.m. and will celebrate "The Fabulous Fifties." The game will feature the Birmingham Barons against the Chattanooga Lookouts, Double-A affiliate

Singing and dancing from an unforgettable duo. Whoopty Whoop! REPEAT PERFORMANCES: 2:00pm

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Movement and music for ages 2 and up.

Celebrate national donut day by decorating your own tasty donut!

Today’s Premier Jazz Artists Sprinkled With A Few Legendary R&B Performers & A-List MC, Tops Off Your Overall Experience During The Course Of Two-Days In Historic Paved Linn Park. You Can Bring Your Own Seating Or Lay On The Manicured Lawn. You Can Bring Your Own Eats Or Partake Of Our International Food & Drink

Pirates, parrots and more are invited to the Birmingham Zoo to join the celebration of Parrots and Pirates on Saturday, June 3, from 10am-2pm. Festivites are free for Members or with paid admission to the Zoo. Children are encouraged to dress up in their favorite pirate (or parrot!) costume for the exciting day when the

Can't stop the feeling? Well, neither can we! Get ready to shake your hair and dance the morning away in true Troll style!

Join us as we wish our city a fantastic birthday. Cake, games and crafts.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required. Opens 5/29 at 9:30am Meeting in the Children's Department, this morning only.

Test those building skills this summer by joining Ms. Mary for stories and building stations that improve your preschooler's early literacy skills.

Join us for this unique show filled with BUBBLES!  All ages.  No registration. Sponsored by Shelby Pediatric Dentistry.

A story time designed especially for babies and their caregivers. Stories and music provide interaction for the babies and time for caregivers to talk and share with each other.  Ages: Birth to 18 months.  Registration Required.  Registration will begin one week prior to program date.

Test your LEGO and ninja skills at our super fun LEGO Ninjago party at the library!

Join us for this special interactive storytime/playtime to learn about the community helpers who help make our community great.

It's time for a fun-filled summer storytime with Ms. Cristina!

Lew-E's magic tricks and circus skills are sure to delight everyone in this fun and interactive show!

Join us for an interactive and energetic movement storytime for all ages filled with dance, yoga, and fun!

Steel City Model Train Show with Vendors and Layouts -- all scales represented Held in conjunction with the Southeastern Region National Model Railroad Association Convention $6 per person, kids under 13 free with an adult Tickets available at the door only

Join Ms. Mary for an educational and engaging storytime filled with songs, fingerplays, and short stories. Designed for babies up to 12 months in age and a parent/caregiver.

6th Annual Caribbean festival in Birmingham with food, music, performances and an authentic Caribbean parade featuring costumes live bands and a 15 piece steel band The festival starts at 11:00am and the parade kicks off at 1:00pm.  The event is free and family friendly.  The Birmingham Musuem of Art and McDonalds will have arts and

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Features live, exotic wildlife from all over the world that possess very unique abilities. All ages. No registration.  Sponsored by Shelby Pediatric Dentistry.

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Take a break from the heat and watch a fun family flick with us about a koala who creates a singing contest sensation. Refreshments provided.

An hour of hands-on STEM fun with a nature focus, taught by a representative of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Get your hands dirty! Great for families, this program is perfect for kids ages 8 – 12. Registration required.

Find out what’s inside the tech we use every day – we’re destroying in the name of science! Ages 8 – 18. Registration required.

The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York's secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before Harry Potter reads his book in school.

It’s hot outside. Chill with us! Snacks provided. Ages 8 – 12. No registration required.

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Sky Zone Hoover is fired up to welcome back a few of your favorite pups! Take your toddlers to the sky & see which helpful pups they can spy! Space is limited, so purchase your ONLINE TICKETS for this special event now! We are hosting two 90 minute events. Thursday June 15th (9:30-11am) & Saturday

Learning station fun for kids 5 and under with their caregiver. Work on early literacy skills with games, books, and activities! Registration required.

Join us for our first ever family cooking competition! Register your family team of 4 online at www.homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

Join us for a library-themed Bingo night.

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Sky Zone Hoover is fired up to welcome back a few of your favorite pups! Take your toddlers to the sky & see which helpful pups they can spy! Space is limited, so purchase your ONLINE TICKETS for this special event now! We are hosting two 90 minute events. Thursday June 15th (9:30-11am) & Saturday

Dive right in as we celebrate all things summer at McWane Science Center! This day will feature 2 inflatables, a DJ, beach combing, and tattoos on the Plaza from 10-2. Indoor activities will include ocean animal encounters, the science of sharks, and a sand castle design challenge. Don’t forget to check out our latest IMAX

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required.

Join us for an interactive show filled with magic and comedy. All Ages. No Registration Required. Sponsored by Alabama Nasal & Sinus Center.

Skip Cain will teach us how to do simple magic tricks. Ages 8 – 12. Registration required.

A story time designed especially for babies and their caregivers. Stories and music provide interaction for the babies and time for caregivers to talk and share with each other.  Ages: Birth to 18 months.  Registration Required.  Registration will begin one week prior to program date.

Grab your towel, bathing suit, and sunscreen, and join us out front for water-sliding, watermelon, and water play. In case of rain, we will have indoor activities planned. Don't miss out on the fun!

Navigate a maze and build a cup tower using a written symbol code. Ages 8 – 18. Registration required.

Kick it with us Tai Kwon Do style. Learn more about self-defense and being bully proof! Ages 8 -12. Registration required. Parental release form required. Ask a Children’s Librarian for more information.

Hands-on science experiments for the youngest learners. Come dressed to make a mess! Ages 3 - 5. Registration required.

Capture the momentum of our summer exhibit, Design Zone, then put your skills to the test as you build a Rube Goldberg machine, create a marble run, compete in a derby car race, and more.

Join us for a funky good time! We'll have tasty food from these top Birmingham food trucks: Eugene's Hot Chicken, NOLA Ice Birmingham, Shindigs Catering, Steel City Pops, and Wicked Haute Dogs. We'll even have treats from Fetch - A Treat Truck for Dogs for your four-legged friend(s) PLUS the Greater Birmingham Humane Society will be there with adoptable dogs. Purchase an event t-shirt

Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts make up a lively 30 minute program designed especially for short attention spans. Registration will begin one week prior to each storytime. Ages 19-36 months. Registration Required.

Puppets, music, and more! This program is a family favorite. Sponsored by the Friends of the North Shelby Library.

Take a break from the heat and watch a fun family flick with us about a boy wizard and his first year at Hogwarts. Refreshments provided.

A snack-free storytime for children with special needs with caregiver support, featuring fun picture books and songs, along with fine and gross motor movement activities. Special supports like fidget toys are available to help children be successful. Registration required.

Look out! Little Red is ridin' into your 'hood, and the Big Bad wolf is working double-time in this twisted, tangle of tales!

Create a 3D project we will print for you. Your item will be available at the library in about two weeks. Ages 8 – 18. Registration required.

Join us for some groovy grossology as we create some fantastic slime. Ages 8 – 12. Registration required.

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Magic City Con is a spectacular pop culture, comic, and fan convention that brings together the fans of cosplay, sci-fi, anime, fantasy, art, comics, film and TV, as well as table top and video gaming to celebrate their favorite fandoms, meet special guests, and enjoy a weekend of activities and events. Announced Guests: Johnny Rees,

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over

Magic City Con is a spectacular pop culture, comic, and fan convention that brings together the fans of cosplay, sci-fi, anime, fantasy, art, comics, film and TV, as well as table top and video gaming to celebrate their favorite fandoms, meet special guests, and enjoy a weekend of activities and events. Announced Guests: Johnny Rees,

Since a move back to downtown Birmingham from Hoover a few seasons ago, the Birmingham Barons continue to provide one of the finest experiences in all Minor League Baseball year in and out, resulting in the 2016 Don Mincher Organization of the Year. Regions Field has become the top downtown option in the area over