Friends of the Birmingham Public Library

Saturday, April 11th - the Friends Bookstore will be open from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. with a special DVD sale! We received a large DVD donation with many of the items still in the shrink wrap. We will have these items available tomorrow in the store for $1 each. No bags sales will be available for these DVD's. Come see us in the store for this sale and for all the other wonderful items we have in the store. We can't wait to see you!

The Birmingham Public Library is closed Friday and Saturday, April 3rd & 4th, in observance of Easter. The Friends Bookstore is closed as well. Look for some exciting news about next Saturday, April 11th - the Friends Bookstore will be open!

It's the first Saturday of the month and that means the Friends Bookstore is open from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. - tomorrow March 7th! We have a special surprise waiting for those Saturday shoppers. You will have to come by and see what's hiding under the covers in the Bookstore! Looking forward to seeing you in the store!

February means Black History Month, Valentines, Chinese New Year and so much more! Come check out the great resources for all your celebrations. The Friends Bookstore will be open this Saturday, February 7th from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. for your shopping pleasure. The weather is warming up so get out of the house and come see us in the store!

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful New Year! You can start off the New Year with a trip to the Friends Bookstore on Saturday, January 3rd! We will be open from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Hope to see you soon!

Happy Holidays! The Friends Bookstore is open tomorrow, Saturday, December 6th from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. for your holiday shopping. The Bookstore will be closed, Thursday, December 11th. The Birmingham Public Library system is closed on the 11th. The Bookstore will also be closed December 22-26 for Christmas and December 31 - January 1 for New Year's. We wish everyone a very happy and safe holiday season!

Unwrap the Magic: Holiday Shopping at its best!
The air is getting crisp, the scent of cinnamon is in the air, and holiday lights are beginning to twinkle so get ready to discover the perfect gifts for everyone on your list, and maybe even a treat or two for yourself. Forget the crowded malls and impersonal online shopping; step into a world where every book holds a story, and every purchase is a treasure waiting to be unwrapped. Check out the possibilities!
Classic Carols & Tales: Rediscover the magic of Dickens, Clement C. Moore, and other timeless authors.
Children's Wonders: Delight the little ones with beautifully illustrated stories of Santa, reindeers, and winter adventures.
Signed Editions: A personal touch from your favorite author makes any book an instant keepsake.
Art Books: Stunning visual feasts that will captivate any art lover.
Curious & Eclectic Titles: Discover books on niche subjects, forgotten histories, and fascinating oddities you won't find anywhere else.
And So Much More!
Beyond these highlights, our store features a vast array of genres and formats. From gripping thrillers to insightful non-fiction, inspiring biographies to vibrant cookbooks, there's something to pique every interest. So mark your calendars for this Saturday, November 8th from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and come see us at the Friends Bookstore! We can't wait to see you there!

Saturday is the day! Treasures from the Stacks #3! Join us from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Friends Bookstore for an opportunity to discover unique and exceptional items and so much more. Our regular inventory will be available as well for your shopping pleasure. The Treasure items will all be specially priced. We hope to see you at the store!

Treasures from the Stacks #3! Join us Saturday, November 1st from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. for the treasure hunt of a lifetime! Discover many unique and exceptional items looking for a new home. The remaining items from our second Treasures sale will be available in the Bookstore along with our regular inventory for your shopping pleasure. The sale will be located outside the Bookstore doors on the first floor of the Central Library (downtown) at 2100 Park Place. We hope to see you there!

Treasures from the Stacks 2! Join us this evening from 5:30 until 7:30 for the treasure hunt of a lifetime. Discover many unique and exceptional items looking for a new home. The remaining items from our first Treasures sale will be available in the Friends Bookstore along with our regular inventory for your shopping pleasure. The sale will be located outside the bookstore doors on the first floor of the Central Library downtown at 2100 Park Place. We hope to see you there!

Treasures from the Stacks 2: A Booksale for the Discerning Collector! Bibliophiles and art enthusiasts, mark your calendars! We are thrilled to announce the sequel to our first Treasures from the Stacks book sale. Forget your average used book sale; this is an opportunity to discover truly exceptional pieces, from unique literary artifacts to exquisite leather-bound editions and breathtaking art volumes. Mark your calendars for Tuesday evening, August 19th from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at the Birmingham Public Library Central location just outside the Friends Bookstore doors. These books will be specially priced items. No bag sales will be available for the Treasures items. Don't Miss Out! The Friends Bookstore will be open for your shopping pleasure as well as the Treasurers sale. We can't wait to see you there!