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Cinderella Stories; Transformations of Historic Birmingham Buildings in the 80’s

ByEdward Eggleston December 27, 2021February 7, 2022

Cinderella Stories; Transformations of Historic Birmingham Buildings is an illustrated guide showcasing the city center’s commercial preservation success during the 1980’s. Cinderella Stories recounts the ways that public policy, dedicated public education and many individual acts have made a difference in the quality of the city, significantly impacting economic development and historical preservation. A total…

Teens

Teen Poetry Contest Winners – April 2021

ByEdward Eggleston May 8, 2021

To celebrate National Poetry Month, the Homewood Public Library hosts an annual poetry contest in April. This contest is open for any 6th-12th grader in Jefferson County. This year, the Library received over 150 entries. Thank you to all the students who took time to submit their writing. The judges selected the following entries for…

Teens

We Are The Dream 2021: Selected Entries

ByEdward Eggleston January 27, 2021

To celebrate the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, the Homewood Public Library Teen Advisory Board created the We Are The Dream project. Their idea was to hold a creative contest where other local 6th-12th graders could submit artwork or a poem/story that was inspired by the messages of Dr. King. From…

Teens

All About Cookies

ByEdward Eggleston January 23, 2021

As Valentine’s Day approaches, what a better way to celebrate than with some delicious cookies? The Homewood Public Library is teaming up with Edgewood Cookie Co. to for a virtual cookie decorating class, cookies included! That’s right! Teens (6th-12th grade) can register for our virtual decorating class and then pick up your cookie kit via…