East Lake Library - Birmingham Public Library System

10/24/2026

TODAY!
Passport Fair
Saturday, October 24, 10 AM - 2 PM
Birmingham Public Library, 2100 Park Place

The Passport Fair is a great opportunity to connect with travel professionals, learn more about passport services available at BPL and make sure you're ready for your next adventure!

And while you’re here, be sure to check out the Black Child Book Fair, happening during the Passport Fair! Celebrate Black authors, stories and young readers while discovering books that inspire, educate and empower.

Did you know? The Birmingham Public Library offers passport services at Central Library and Avondale Regional Branch Library, assisting with new passport applications, renewals, required documents, passport photos and application fees. Central Library accepts walk-ins, while Avondale Regional Branch requires an appointment.

For complete information about passport requirements, fees, hours, locations and how to apply, visit https://www.cobpl.org/services/Passports.aspx?utm_source=chatgpt.com&fbclid=IwY2xjawUsuTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6QskYPe3bpj0AIvFg_2kxv_l-RijDBX0a0EUvAEwtyhmbAyHLfN3I8P_JRKQ_aem_eUF9oClWrL7bsdnwRe4xCA

10/23/2026

10/22/2026

THIS SATURDAY!
Passport Fair
Saturday, October 24, 10 AM - 2 PM
Birmingham Public Library, 2100 Park Place

The Passport Fair is a great opportunity to connect with travel professionals, learn more about passport services available at BPL and make sure you're ready for your next adventure!

And while you’re here, be sure to check out the Black Child Book Fair, happening during the Passport Fair! Celebrate Black authors, stories and young readers while discovering books that inspire, educate and empower.

Did you know? The Birmingham Public Library offers passport services at Central Library and Avondale Regional Branch Library, assisting with new passport applications, renewals, required documents, passport photos and application fees. Central Library accepts walk-ins, while Avondale Regional Branch requires an appointment.

For complete information about passport requirements, fees, hours, locations and how to apply, visit https://www.cobpl.org/services/Passports.aspx?utm_source=chatgpt.com&fbclid=IwY2xjawUsuTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6QskYPe3bpj0AIvFg_2kxv_l-RijDBX0a0EUvAEwtyhmbAyHLfN3I8P_JRKQ_aem_eUF9oClWrL7bsdnwRe4xCA

10/21/2026

The Birmingham Public Library is hosting a passport fair Saturday, October 24th from 10am-2pm.

10/20/2026

It is Halloween Season and we are playing Horrified! A fun monster filled game. We were able to defeat Dracula and the Creature from the Black Lagoon. Come by the library every Tuesday at 3:30pm. Next week we will play another spooky boardgame!

10/20/2026

WE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!
The tickets are gone, and we’re ready for a fantastic night at Classic Cocktails! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and helped make this event a success. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

A special thank you to our amazing supporters for making this possible. Get ready for a night of classic cocktails, great company, and Magic City Classic spirit!

See you October 27!

10/20/2026

Adult Halloween Crafts at the East Lake Branch!

10/19/2026

Classic Cocktails is NEXT WEEK, and fewer than 25 tickets remain!
Don't wait until it's too late! Grab your tickets now and join us for a fabulous night you won't want to miss.

Tuesday, October 27, 5:30–9 PM
Birmingham Public Library, 2100 Park Place

Grab your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-cocktails-2026-tickets-1995465191103

10/19/2026

Birmingham Public Library is hiring!
The following positions are available:

Laborer-Part-Time, Southside Branch
Librarian II-Full-Time, North Birmingham Branch
Library Assistant III-Full-Time, Inglenook Branch
Library Assistant III-Full-Time, Wylam Branch
Library Assistant III-Part-Time, East Ensley Branch
Library Assistant III- Part-Time, North Avondale Branch
Library Assistant III- Part-Time, Woodlawn Branch
Library Assistant II-Part-Time, Five Points West Branch
Security Officer-Part-Time, 58 Hrs Biweekly, East Lake Branch
Security Officer-Part-Time, 58 Hrs Biweekly, Pratt City Branch

To apply for a job with the Birmingham Public Library System, visit: https://applybpl.carrd.co/
or
Birmingham Career Center, 3216 4th Avenue South
205-582-5220 The web address is https://alabamaworks.alabama.gov/
Job descriptions: https://cobpl.libguides.com/libraryjobs