Powderly Branch - Birmingham Public Library System

10/06/2026

Birmingham Public Library is hiring!
The following positions are available:
Laborer-Part-Time, 30 Hrs Biweekly, Southside Branch
Librarian II-Full-Time, North Birmingham Branch
Library Assistant III-Full-Time, Wylam Branch
Library Assistant III- Part-Time 40 Hrs Biweekly, North Avondale Branch
Library Assistant II-Part-Time, 40 Hrs Biweekly, 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

10/06/2026

Big fun for curious minds at Powderly Branch Library!

Our young visitors have been busy piecing together a United States map puzzle, planning their next moves in Connect 4, creating colorful artwork, and browsing the shelves for their next great read! From spooky coloring pages to hands-on activities, there’s plenty of room for creativity, discovery, and friendly competition.
Stop by with your family and make a little library fun part of your day!

10/05/2026

Hello, autumn! Cozy reading season has arrived at Powderly Branch Library!

Take a peek at our “Fall Books for All” display in this short video and photos, then stop by to enjoy it in person. You can read our display, too. Check out the featured books and take a little fall inspiration home! Whether you love a cozy mystery, a thrilling adventure, or a heartwarming story, come “leaf” through a good book with us!

10/05/2026

Don’t Miss Out! Secure your table for the VIP Experience at Classic Cocktails!

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

💎 $500 per table (seats 8)

VIP Includes:
✔️ All General Admission perks
✔️ Reserved front-row table by the stage + dance floor

✔️ No stress — your seats & table are guaranteed
✔️ Limited-edition glass for each guest (8)
✔️ (1) T-shirt for the host

Tables are limited. Elevate your night and reserve yours today! Purchase your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-cocktails-2026-tickets-1995465191103

10/04/2026

These cozy books for a rainy day span classics, romance, mystery, and fantasy, with 23 picks that suit a wide range of reading moods.

10/02/2026

Who’s ready for the ultimate Classic Cocktails party?
DJ French Kiss is spinning everything from old-school favorites to the new-school hits you love, and trust us, you don’t want to miss it!

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

Tickets won’t last long!
Grab yours today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-cocktails-2026-tickets-1995465191103

09/28/2026

09/24/2026

MORE HOOPLA BORROWS...FOR FREE!
Don’t have Hoopla yet? Now’s the perfect time to get started!

Your Birmingham Public Library card gives you FREE access to Hoopla, where you can enjoy eBooks, audiobooks, comics and manga, movies, TV shows, BingePasses, and more, right from your phone, tablet, computer, or other supported device.

HOW TO GET STARTED WITH HOOPLA:
1️⃣ Visit Hoopla or download the Hoopla Digital app.
2️⃣ Select Birmingham Public Library as your library.
3️⃣ Sign in using your Birmingham Public Library card number and PIN.
4️⃣ Browse, borrow, and enjoy!

AND THERE’S EVEN MORE!

During the last seven days of each month, Hoopla Bonus Borrows lets you choose from a special selection of audiobooks, eBooks, comics and manga, movies, TV, and BingePasses without using your monthly borrows.

Log in and start exploring!

09/23/2026

Birmingham Public Library is hiring!
The following position is available:
Library Assistant III-PT-Inglenook Branch Library
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

09/22/2026

Where Legends Were Made
Step back in time with a legendary image of Legion Field, home of the Magic City Classic. Then, step forward into a night of unforgettable fun at Classic Cocktails! 🍸🎶

📍 Birmingham Public Library, 2100 Park Place
🗓 Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 5:30 – 9:00 PM

Classic Cocktails returns with drinks, music, and vibes that echo the legacy of the Classic.

🎟 Get tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-cocktails-2026-tickets-1995465191103

Want to explore more incredible photos like this one? Visit the Birmingham Public Library's Archives Department to explore more rare memories at https://cdm16044.contentdm.oclc.org/