East Lake Library (Birmingham Public Library System)

CALLING ALL LOCAL AUTHORS!

Do you have a story to share? Here’s your chance to connect with readers and showcase your work at the Local Authors’ Expo!

We are now accepting author applications in the following categories:
Adult Fiction (20 spots)
Youth Authors (20 spots)
Adult Nonfiction (10 spots)

Whether you’re a published writer, indie author, or emerging storyteller, we’d love to feature your work in our community celebration of literature and creativity.

Application Deadline: June 18, 2026

Apply Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=VpGtdktonEqTIM0yeHhGtcvIBgKV6O5GkaxHAidyTK9URFVXNkIwUkI0TU00WUZBN1JITzJBVFJKRy4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl
If selected the cost to participate is $50.00.

Local Authors Expo
Saturday, August 1, 10 AM-2 PM
Birmingham Public Library, 2100 Park Place

For questions or more information:
[email protected]
205-226-4015

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It is a Dino Summer and we want to welcome East Lake's own dinosaur "Big El" to the library! Check out Big El and some fossils, and all the materials we have on offer. Also check out all our programs. ROOAARRR!!

Crafts at Fairhaven. East Lake's Gina joined Leslie from the Avondale Branch to do crafts with the residents at the Fairhaven Retirement community.

Summer Reading 2026 has started at East Lake! Today we hosted Jan the Science Lady at Barrett Elementary. Check out on FB our summer schedule and sign up for summer reading!

Dino Crafts at East Lake

https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/2026/05/childrens-books-adults/687191/?gift=KTTbXzdupOsfZ1mYbYuQPUKxY-hkkbJSU8p6ABvt6EE&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share

How to Read Like a Child Again These stories can restore a sense of wonder adults quietly lose.

Happy Summer Reading at East Lake!