Stories and songs for two-year-olds. Register each week. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7830 for more information. LOCATION: Children's Patio

Stories and songs for two-year olds. Register each week. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7830 for more information. LOCATION: Children's Patio

Learn the basics of book mending for treasured books from BPL Conservator, Paul Boncella. Registration required. Join Birmingham Public Library's archivist Paul Boncella as he gives an introduction on how to avoid the need for book repairs through proper storage and care, a basics how-to focusing on different types of repairs, and how to identify books that should never be repaired by the do-it-yourselfer. He will also cover how to go about finding professional help if necessary. Have a specific book that needs mending? Submit a photo of your personal book to hvholds@hooverlibrary.org with "Mend It" in the subject line, and Paul will select items to be featured during the program. Registration is required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7800 for more information. LOCATION: Shakespeare Room

Practice your Spanish and celebrate the culture! All levels, from beginner to fluent, are welcome to practice their Spanish. Join us in person in the library meeting rooms or virtually on Zoom. Use what you know or expand your vocabulary with the help of our trained facilitator. Some prior experience with the language is recommended. Adults only, 17+ please. For questions, call 444-7840 or email hvrefdesk@hooverlibrary.org for the Zoom link. LOCATION: Fitzgerald Room