West Homewood Presents The Gardens of Emily Dickinson

Wednesday, November 1, from 3-4 p.m. Homewood Senior Center

Join us at the Homewood Senior Center and get inspired by a poet’s garden. Birmingham Botanical Gardens Archivist Jason Kirby will be presenting program about the gardens of Emily Dickinson. Dickinson (1830-1886) was better known as a gardener than a poet during her lifetime. This program will walk attendees through the growing seasons of Amherst, Massachusetts, highlighting flowers—like the beautiful snapdragon—that inspired Emily to write her collection of almost 2000 poems.

Staff Movie Picks – Space Station 76

Wednesday, November 1, from 3-6 p.m. in the Large Auditorium

Space Station 76 is a science fiction film that deconstructs seemingly idyllic relationships, set against the backdrop of Omega 76, a 1970s retro futuristic space station. This movie is rated R.

Niki Sepsas Presents The Voices That Won The War

Thursday, November 2, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Large Auditorium

Broaden your horizons as Niki Sepsas presents another of his colorful programs featuring gorgeous travel destinations or fascinating historical adventures.

Read It & Eat Book Club – I Have Some Questions For You

Thursday, November 2, from 6:30-8 p.m. Urban Cookhouse

A successful film professor and podcaster, Bodie Kane is content to forget her past—the family tragedy that marred her adolescence, her four largely miserable years at a New Hampshire boarding school, and the murder of her former roommate, Thalia Keith, in the spring of their senior year. Though the circumstances surrounding Thalia’s death and the conviction of the school’s athletic trainer, Omar Evans, are hotly debated online, Bodie prefers—needs—to let sleeping dogs lie. But when the Granby School invites her back to teach a course, Bodie is inexorably drawn to the case and its increasingly apparent ?aws. In their rush to convict Omar, did the school and the police overlook other suspects? Is the real killer still out there? Join our discussion at the Urban Cookhouse in Homewood. The food is not provided by the Library, but participants are encouraged to order beverages/food.

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Adult Crafting With September Reed: DIY Candles

Saturday, November 4, from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Room 102

Adults, learn a new hobby or spruce up your crafting skills! We meet once a month to tackle a new craft project. This month we will be making DIY Candles –great for gifts
or to give your home a warm glow. Bring your ideas and your creative spirit, and we will provide everything else! This class is free, but there is limited seating. Limit of 20. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

Virtual Library Yoga with Jackie Tally

Mondays, November 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2-3 p.m. on Zoom

Take time out of your busy schedule for our free yoga classes sponsored by Homewood Library. A gentle workout of 15 minutes in the chair, 15 minutes standing with chair, 15 minutes on the mat. All levels of fitness welcome. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

FREE Adult English Classes (open to adults 18 and older)

TUESDAYS, November 7, 14, 21 & 28, from 6-?8 p.m. Room 102.

Check the schedule for class location for each class. To register, contact Stephanie at The Literacy Council [email protected]
clase de ingles gratis para adultos (abierto a adultos de 18 y mayores)
los martes, de 6:00-?20:00 7, 14, 21 & 28, de noviembre de 2023
Para registrarse, póngase en contacto con Stephanie en The Literacy Council [email protected]

Edward Jones Estate Planning Seminar

Thursday, November 9, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Room 101

It's a topic people tend to put off or ignore, but one of the most important things you can do is develop a sound plan for your estate. Doing so lets you take a giant step toward a more secure future for yourself and generations to come. Attend our Creating your estate plan presentation and you'll learn more about: What to consider when creating your will, The benefits of trusts in estate planning, How to help reduce taxes on your estate, How insurance can help protect your family. Participation is free; but you must reserve your spot no later than November 8th by phone (205) 414-0851 or email [email protected].

Miniature Painting with September Reed

Thursday, November 9, from 6:30-8 p.m., Room 109

Join us as September Reed shows you how easy it is to paint your own masterpiece on a mini- canvas and easel. We will provide all you need to paint your own masterpiece. Limit t0 20. Limit of 20. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org

Not Your Mama's Book Club: Death Doula Virginia Bunting

Tuesday, Nov. 14, from 2-3 p.m. Boardroom

No book reading required, discussion group only. Join us as we welcome Virginia Bunting, a Death Doula, who will explain the duties and responsibilities of her occupation. A death doula is someone who can provide emotional and spiritual support for a dying person. Death doulas assist dying people with logistical planning and emotional preparation for death — and are often one of the last few people in the room helping with the transition from life to death. As more people embrace the death positive movement, the need for death doulas has risen to meet the needs of those looking for guidance at the end of life.

Oxmoor Page Turners Book Club: The Sentence

Tuesday, November 14, 6:30-8 p.m. in the Boardroom

A small independent bookstore in Minneapolis is haunted from November 2019 to November 2020 by the store's most annoying customer. Flora dies on All Souls' Day, but she simply won't leave the store. Tookie, who has landed a job selling books after years of incarceration that she survived by reading with murderous attention, must solve the mystery of this haunting while at the same time trying to understand all that occurs in Minneapolis during a year of grief, astonishment, isolation, and furious reckoning.

West Homewood Read, Watch & Review

Wednesday, November 15, from 12-1 p.m. Homewood Senior Center

A different take on “Book Club” – Each month we talk about topics rather than all reading one book. Pick any book, audiobook, or movie that you’d like, within the topic, and come share about it. If you have a hard time choosing, check our online display with suggestions for each month’s topic. Topics: November, Books & Libraries; December, Winter.

Historic Hometown Theatres: The Carver (1935)

Thursday, November 16, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Large Auditorium

The Carver Theatre, erected in 1935, is now known as the Carver Performing Arts Center. It is an Art Deco-style theater located on 4th Avenue North in Birmingham's Civil Rights District. In its days as a movie theater, it was one of several places in the 4th Avenue area where African-Americans could see first-run movies while Birmingham's segregation laws restricted their patronage of other movie-houses in town. The Carver is now a non-profit multipurpose community theater and live-performance venue which seats 508. It is also the home to the Birmingham Black Radio Museum‎‎ and the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. The Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame celebrates the state’s jazz history and artists. In addition to honoring the accomplishments of jazz musicians and others who have contributed to jazz in Alabama, the AJHOF oversees a museum and an education program that promotes musical performances across Birmingham and organizes visits by musicians to local schools.

Document Shredding & Electronics Recycling

Friday, November 17, from 10am – 2pm, in the Back Parking Lot

Join us in Homewood Library’s back parking lot to help the planet by shredding your documents and recycling your electronics and electronics! Gone For Good’s shredding truck will be on site to destroy your sensitive documents and files. Limit of two bags or boxes of documents per person. Paper will be shredded, and boxes returned. Protec Recycling will also be on hand to take and recycle your old computers, household electronics, small appliances and other items. Secure cell phone destruction for $5, hard drive destruction on-site for $10. Flat panel TV's will not be accepted at this time. This program is a cooperative project of the Homewood Library, Homewood Chamber of Commerce, Protec Recycling, Gone For Good, and the Kiwanis Club of Homewood-Mountain Brook.

Big Ideas Book Club –Crucial Conversations (3rd Ed.) by Joseph Grenny, et al.

Friday, November 17, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm, Boardroom

A book club for professional growth. Join us for lunch each month to discuss a different nonfiction title and share how the ideas impact our lives and work. We'll also explore articles and podcasts relating to the book topics. Non-fiction: professional development/ self-improvement/ leadership. Lunch provided. Registration required. Register online at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

Homebuyer Education - The Closers

Saturday, November 18, from 11a.m.–12 p.m. Room 102

Everything you need to get to the closing table.
Presented by Shante Ross, Broker/Owner, Park Place Real Estate, LLC – in partnership with Operation HOPE and Regions Bank.

Educator Book Club – The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen

Monday, November 20, from 4-5 p.m. Boardroom & Zoom

In hopes of sparking conversation around the issues our kids, tweens, and teens are facing today, the Homewood Public Library is hosting a monthly book club for educators. Homewood City Schools Educators can earn professional development credit for attending. November’s selection is The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen by Isaac Blum. Register at homewoodpubliclibrary.org.

The ABC's of Medicare

Tuesday, November 21, from 12-1 p.m. in Room 116

Have you been wondering about all the new changes to our Medicare Benefits? Karen Haiflich will answer all your questions about how benefits are currently computed, how to become insured, and how to file a claim.

Seasonal Stories with Sid Burgess

Tuesday, November 21, from 1-2 p.m., in Round Auditorium

Join us for an hour long adult “story time” of classic short stories with Dr. Julie Steward.

Forever YA Book Club - Reggie and Delilah's Year of Falling by Elise Bryant

Tuesday, November 21, from 6-7 p.m. Boardroom

Somehow, Delilah has found herself singing in her friends' punk band as a favor, even though she'd much rather be behind the scenes. She's definitely a go with the flow kind of girl. Reggie is a D&D Dungeon Master, who writes articles online about D&D behind a pseudonym becuase his family doesn't approve. The two first meet on New Year's Eve. And then again on Valentine's Day. And St. Patrick's Day. It seems like the universe might be pushing them together for a reason.

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Dixie’s Pet Loss Support Group

Tuesday, November 28, from 6-7 p.m. in Room 116

This support group may be just the place where you can meet others who understand what you're going through after the loss of your beloved pet. Sponsored by the Greater Birmingham Humane Society. Participation is free. For reservations, contact Randy Hicks, GBHS Volunteer Coordinator, at (205) 542-7111.

Better Than Therapy Book Club: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

Wednesday, November 29, 2-3:30 p.m., Boardroom

Giving the reader a behind-the-scenes peek from both sides of the couch, it’s a witty, relatable, moving homage to therapy—and just being human. While therapists are required to see a counselor themselves as part of their training, Gottlieb enlists an experienced ear when an unexpected breakup lays her flat. Working through her issues with the enigmatic “Wendell” helps Gottlieb process her pain, but it also hones her professional skills; after all, a good therapist possesses the ability to empathize with their patients (four of whom she chronicles in funny, frustrating, heartbreaking and profoundly inspiring detail). Like Gottlieb, you will see yourselves in them--in all their self-sabotaging, misunderstood, unlucky, and evolutionary glory.

Game Night at the Library

Thursday, November 30, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Large Auditorium

Come enjoy Game Night at the Library! Whether you're solving word puzzles, building towers, or unraveling mysteries, the library has something for you. From simple to complex, from lighthearted to more moody affairs, we have games for every level of interest and complexity available to play. Feel free to bring your favorite game to share – aim for something you can teach a table of 3-6 players in an hour or so. Adults 18+.