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« April 05, 2008 - May 05, 2008 »
 
04 / 5
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

04 / 6
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 14:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.Location: Emmet O'Neal Library, Mountain Brook

04 / 7
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 14:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.Location: Hoover Library Theatre

Start: 16:00

Will discuss "To Kill A Mockingbird."

Location: Woodlawn Library

Start: 18:00
End: 19:00

Group discussions about the book To Kill a Mockingbird every Monday evening through April 28. Light refreshments.  Location:  Midfield Library

Start: 18:00
End: 20:00

Showing of the 1962 movie classic starring Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch. Refreshments and door prizes will be included.

Location:  West End Library  

Start: 18:00

*Call location for title of movie

Location: Gardendale Library

*Additional showings on April 14 and 21 at 6p.m.

Start: 18:00
End: 21:00

Boo Radley Movie Night (Family)

 Location:  Springville Road Library 

Start: 18:00

Family festivities along with showing of the classic movie of the book by Harper Lee or other 1930s movies.

Location:  Springville Road Library  

04 / 8
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 10:00
End: 12:00

Please join us as part of the Mayor’s Book Club as one of the professors from one our local universities participating in THE BIG READ Scholar's Panel provides us with an academic and scholarly look at Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Our special guest will take a new look at this old favorite and provide ideas for group discussion. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!

Location: Vestavia Hills Adult Library

Start: 10:00
End: 11:00

This month the Bookies will be reading and discussing "To Kill A Mockingbird" by Harper Lee & "Mockingbird" by Charles Shields.  Location:  Emmet O'Neal Library, Mountain Brook 

Start: 10:00

Samford University's Cumberland School of Law and Department of English - Mockingbird 101. Join a discussion about one of the best-loved novels of the 20th century: Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. One of Samford University's top scholars will discuss the profound implications behind the novel and lead a lively audience discussion.

Location: Vestavia Hills Library

Start: 10:00
End: 12:00

Discussion of Harper Lee's classic To Kill a Mockingbird. Everyone is welcome.Location:  Bessemer Library  

Start: 10:30

Preschool - Storytelling Classics: Stories from Caldecott Winners of the 30's

Location:  Woodlawn Library  

Start: 14:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama.

Start: 14:30

The Seasoned Performers - Presents Conversations from To

Start: 18:00
End: 19:30

Please join us as we discuss To Kill a Mockingbird. By turns funny, wise, and heartbreaking, this is one classic that continues to speak to new generations, and deserves to be reread often.

Location: Vestavia Hills Library Adult

Start: 18:30
End: 20:00

Discussion of Mockingbird by Charles J. Shields.  Light refreshments that are described in the book will be served.   Location: Homewood Library, Lucretia M. Somers Boardroom

Start: 18:30

Discussion Group 

Location: North Birmingham

04 / 9
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 10:00

Preschool - Storytelling Classics: Stories from Caldecott Winners of the 30's

Location:  East Lake Library  

Start: 10:30

Join us to discuss the book, "To Kill A Mockingbird." Brunch will be served. Location:  Adamsville Library  

Start: 10:30

Preschool - Storytelling Classics: Stories from Caldecott Winners of the 30's

 Location:  Springville Road Library 

Start: 11:00

The Seasoned Performers - Presents Conversations from To Kill a MockingbirdLocal theater troupe The Seasoned Performers, a senior adult theater company, will offer Conversations from To Kill a Mockingbird, dramatic readings from the book performed by senior adults who will acquaint audiences with characters and themes. Location: Irondale Library

Start: 12:00
End: 13:00

Music of the Times - Heritage Band. The renowned Birmingham Heritage Band recreates the swinging jazz sounds of the Big Band era. Join us for a look at the legendary music and performers of a time no one wants to forget.

Location: Birmingham Public Library

Start: 14:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Hoover Library Theatre

*Additional showing at 6:30p.m.

Start: 15:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Avondale Library

Start: 15:30

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Powderly Library

Start: 15:30

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Titusville Library

Start: 15:30

Create a book jacket. 

Location:  East Lake Library 

Start: 15:30
End: 17:00

Kids of all ages will make mockingbird houses.

Location:  Inglenook Branch Library 

04 / 10
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 10:00
End: 12:00

Will discuss "To Kill A Mockingbird.Location:  Hoover Library Meetings Rooms 

Start: 19:00

Special appearance by Mary Badham, who played Scout in the 1962 film.Tickets $4.00 per person (entitles the holder to popcorn & soft drink). Tickets can be purchased at any of the 39 Jefferson County public libraries, as well as at the door beginning at 6 p.m. Subtítulos en español 

Start: 14:00
End: 16:00

Make paper dolls from the Depression Era. 

Location:  Gardendale Library 

Start: 15:30

Come watch the second part of the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.Location: Titusville Library

Start: 15:30

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Slossfield Library

Start: 18:00
End: 19:45

As part of THE BIG READ celebration, please join us for a Film Festival celebrating the films of the Pre-Code era. Pre-Code films were created before the Motion Picture Production Code took effect on July 1, 1934 in the US.

Start: 18:00

Discussion of Harper Lee's classic "To Kill a Mockingbird." Everyone is welcome.   Location:  Bessemer Library 

04 / 11
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 09:30

Preschool - Storytelling Classics: Stories from Caldecott Winners of the 30's

Location:  Inglenook Library  

Start: 16:00

Samford University's Cumberland School of Law and Department of English - Mockingbird 101. Join a discussion about one of the best-loved novels of the 20th century: Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. One of Samford University's top scholars will discuss the profound implications behind the novel and lead a lively audience discussion.Location: Springville Library

Start: 19:00

Mary Badham, who played Scout in the movie, makes a special appearance for a first-come, first-admitted free lecture and casual reception. Books and photographs for sale. Mary Badham charges a fee for her autograph. This event is free and open to the public, but you must make reservations (444-7820). 

04 / 12
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 09:30
End: 11:30

Join us as we explore online resources for the themes of the book and the story itself.

Location: Regional Library Computer Center

Start: 09:30
End: 11:30

Join us as we explore online resources for the themes of the book and the story itself.

Location: Regional Library Computer Center

Start: 10:00
End: 15:00

The Birmingham Public Library’s 10th annual author festival presents a day-long series of programs featuring To Kill a Mockingbird. Panelists include Alabama’s premier historian, Dr. Wayne Flynt; Samford University English Professor Dr. Chris Metress; Assistant Professor in Educational Foundations Dr. Tondra Loder-Jackson; Mary Badham, “Scout” from the 1962 film; and Sandy Jaffe, Birmingham native and producer of the documentary Our Mockingbird, which will be previewed in the BPL Arrington Auditorium.

04 / 13
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 19:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Botanical Gardens

04 / 14
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 10:00

Will discuss "To Kill A Mockingbird." Location: Hueytown Library  

Start: 10:00

Join us as we explore this fascinating and tumultuous time in American history through film and a moderated discussion that will explore the art, politics, and social climate of the 1930s.Location: Birmingham Museum of Art Steiner Auditorium

Start: 14:30

The Seasoned Performers - Presents Conversations from To Kill a MockingbirdLocal theater troupe The Seasoned Performers, a senior adult theater company, will offer Conversations from To Kill a Mockingbird, dramatic readings from the book performed by senior adults who will acquaint audiences with characters and themes. Location: Hoover Library

Start: 16:00

Come watch the motion picture masterpiece of the acclaimed film version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. Gregory Peck's brilliant, Oscar-caliber performance captures the emotion and conflict of racism, set against the backdrop of Depression-era Alabama. Popcorn and beverages served.

Location: Five Points West

Start: 18:00

Join us for the first in a series of 3 movies produced before a code of conduct was instituted, known as pre-code films. The Public Enemy, a 1931 film starring James Cagney & Jean Harlow, relates the story of a young man's rise in the criminal underworld in prohibition-era urban America.  Explore this fascinating and tumultuous time n American history through film amid the social climate of the 1930s.

Start: 18:00
End: 19:00

Group discussions about the book To Kill a Mockingbird every Monday evening through April 28. Light refreshments.  Location:  Midfield Library

04 / 15
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 11:00

The Seasoned Performers - Presents Conversations from To Kill a Mockingbird
Local theater troupe The Seasoned Performers, a senior adult theater company, will offer Conversations from To Kill a Mockingbird, dramatic readings from the book performed by senior adults who will acquaint audiences with characters and themes.

Location: Warrior Library

Start: 11:00

Samford University's Cumberland School of Law and Department of English - Mockingbird 101. Join a discussion about one of the best-loved novels of the 20th century: Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. One of Samford University's top scholars will discuss the profound implications behind the novel and lead a lively audience discussion.

Location: Bessemer Library

04 / 16
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 10:00

Come join us for a group discussion of the book, "To Kill a Mockingbird". Brunch will be served. Must register.

Location: Pleasant Grove Library

Start: 10:30

Join us for the 2nd discussion of the book, "To Kill A Mockingbird." Refreshments will be served.Location:  Adamsville Library 

Start: 12:00
End: 13:00

 Alabama in the 1930s: The Farm Security Photographs.  Photo historian Frances Robb will discuss the remarkable photography of Depression- era Alabama created by Walker Evans, Dorothea Lange and other American photographers.  Location:  Birmingham Public Library  

Start: 14:00

Please join us as we explore To Kill a Mockingbird the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee published in 1960. Find out why this extraordinarily influential, yet controversial book has been ranked by librarians, along with the Bible, on the top of their list of important books to be read by all readers.

Location: Vestavia Hills Library Adult

Start: 15:00

The Seasoned Performers - Presents Conversations from To Kill a Mockingbird
Local theater troupe The Seasoned Performers, a senior adult theater company, will offer Conversations from To Kill a Mockingbird, dramatic readings from the book performed by senior adults who will acquaint audiences with characters and themes.

Location: Avondale Library

Start: 15:30

*Call location for title of movie

Location: East Lake Library

Start: 18:30

BPL @ Night - Music of the Times: Heritage Band - Apr. 16, W, 6:30 p.m. The renowned Heritage Band recreates the swinging jazz sounds of the big band era.

Location: Birmingham Public Library

Start: 18:30
End: 20:30

Nancy Anderson, AHF Road Scholar, will delve into some of the myths underscoring the subtlety, complexity, richness and honesty of the Alabama classic To Kill a Mockingbird. Light refreshments will be served. All ages are welcome.

Location: Homewood Library, Large Auditorium

04 / 17
(all day)
Start: 02/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Memorabilia Display, February - April Location:  Midfield Library  

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/11/2008 - 12:00am

Art will be displayed from Feb 24 to May 11. Location:  Birmingham Museum of Art Education Gallery

(all day)
Start: 02/24/2008 - 12:00am
End: 05/25/2008 - 12:00am

Kathryn Tucker Windham: My Land, My People This exhibition of Windham's photographs, presented along with her ownaccompanying texts, relates Windham's own unique pictorial observations of the South and is a celebration of this treasured Alabamian in her 90th year.

(all day)
Start: 03/22/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Birmingham Public Library Central - Common Bonds: Birmingham Snapshots, 1900-1950 - March 22-April 30. This exhibition features hundreds of snapshot photographs selected from local family albums and the library’s archival collections. Made by residents of Birmingham when the portable camera was a new and exciting way to record family, these snapshots illustrate the common interests and common bonds of people preserving their own history through pictures. 

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Mockingbird Online Scavenger Hunt - Apr. 1-30. Visit the Regional Library Computer Center or check our blog at http://rlccbpl.wordpress.com to get a copy of our online scavenger hunt. One lucky participant will receive an MP3 player!

(all day)
Start: 04/01/2008 - 12:00am
End: 04/30/2008 - 12:00am

Brian Edmonds presents "Songs of Harper Lee" Art Exhibit throughout the month of April.Location:  Hoover Library 

Start: 13:00
End: 16:00

As a part of The Big Read, come watch a classic 1930s movie, along with family festivities. 

Location:  North Avondale Library