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Music of the Mines, Mills, and Railroads of the Birmingham District

Presented by Birmingham Public Library and Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at Five Points West Regional Library (BPL)

July 10, 2013

In 1999, Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark produced a work titled Spirit of Steel: Music of the Mines, Railroads and Mills of the Birmingham District. The focus of the book centers on the labor-related music of the Birmingham district. Migrants pouring into Birmingham’s industrial district, whether from the cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta or the Appalachian hills, carried with them ...More

Music of the Mines, Mills, and Railroads of the Birmingham District

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	Folktales with Good Times Traveling Theatre Presented by Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library at Gardendale–Martha Moore Public Library June 26, 2013 Join us as our friends from Good Time Traveling Theatre return to share some wonderful folktales as part of our Dig into Reading summer reading programs! Enjoy the art of storytelling and creative fun! Folktales with Good Times Traveling Theatre Presented by Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library at Gardendale–Martha Moore Public Library June 26, 2013
	Brown Bag Lunch Program - Teotihuacan Presented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) June 26, 2013 As with many of the pre-Spanish civilizations of Central and South America there are more questions than answers surrounding the culture of Teotihuacan. From village communities, at around 200 BC, there developed an urban civilization in the highlands of Mexico. Over the centuries it produced huge, precisely constructed pyramids for cultic... Brown Bag Lunch Program - Teotihuacan Presented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) June 26, 2013
	Free Angela and All Political Prisoners Presented by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Jefferson County Alumnae Chapter June 27, 2013 The Jefferson County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presents “Free Angela and All Political Prisoners”. Free Angela and All Political Prisoners will be viewed on June 27, 2013 at 7:30pm in Hoover, AL at Carmike Patton Creek (formerly Rave). Free Angela is a documentary that chronicles the life of young college... Free Angela and All Political Prisoners Presented by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Jefferson County Alumnae Chapter June 27, 2013
	THE LAST FLAPPER, by William Luce Presented by Birmingham Festival Theatre at Birmingham Festival Theatre June 13-June 29, 2013 Directed by Don Sandley. Featuring: Ashley Bishop & Elizabeth-Anne Ronk. Spend a few hours of March 10, 1948, with Montgomery's Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald in Asheville, North Carolina. F. Scott Fitzgerald's muse and spouse, Zelda, is exciting, original, witty, talented, and tormented. She's brilliant and unpredictable. This is the... THE LAST FLAPPER, by William Luce Presented by Birmingham Festival Theatre at Birmingham Festival Theatre June 13-June 29, 2013
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	Birmingham: A Postcard Tour Presented by Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library at Gardendale–Martha Moore Public Library July 1, 2013 This is a slideshow of the history of Birmingham on postcards. Birmingham: A Postcard Tour Presented by Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library at Gardendale–Martha Moore Public Library July 1, 2013
	Brown Bag Lunch Program - George Washington Presented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) July 3, 2013 Today’s film is part of American Experience, the PBS series on the history of our nation. In this episode, we will venture into the past to meet Mr. Washington and his contemporaries. Using impressionistic photography and rare paintings, etching and prints from museums, libraries and private collections, this film goes far beyond... Brown Bag Lunch Program - George Washington Presented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) July 3, 2013
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	Brown Bag Lunch Program - Proust's 142nd Birthday Presented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) July 10, 2013 Dr. Bill Carter, pre-eminent Proust scholar, and Distinguished Professor Emeritus at UAB joins us for a Birthday Party for Marcel Proust! The doors open at noon and the film begins promptly at 12:30pm. Please bring a sack lunch; drinks and dessert provided. For more information, contact Katie at 205-445-1118 or... Brown Bag Lunch Program - Proust's 142nd Birthday Presented by Emmet O'Neal Library at Emmet O'Neal Library (Mountain Brook) July 10, 2013
	Tuxedo Junction: Alabama Contribute to American Jazz Presented by Birmingham Public Library and Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at Smithfield Branch Library (BPL) July 11, 2013 Albert Murray, a native of Alabama and a professor of English at Tuskegee Institute, wrote the following while preparing a lecture on the emotional appeal of jazz: "Jazz is a music played by Americans to get rid of the blues... when you see a jazz musican playing, you're looking at a pioneer, and you're looking at an explorer; you're... Tuxedo Junction: Alabama Contribute to American Jazz Presented by Birmingham Public Library and Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at Smithfield Branch Library (BPL) July 11, 2013
	Antique Engine & Tractor Show Presented by Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park July 13, 2013 Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park has more than 1,500 acres in three counties set aside for hiking, camping and outdoor recreation. A miniature railroad chugs through the pines. From spring through fall, the blacksmith, miller and craftsmen demonstrate their trades. Craft shops occupy restored pioneer cabins and artisans chat with... Antique Engine & Tractor Show Presented by Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park July 13, 2013
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	Doccumentary on the ancient city of Pompeii Presented by Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library at Gardendale–Martha Moore Public Library July 15, 2013 A documentary on Pompeii. You will learn how the ancient city was destroyed , and how it was discovered centuries later. Follow archeologist as they attempt to preserve the uncovered past. Doccumentary on the ancient city of Pompeii Presented by Gardendale Martha Moore Public Library at Gardendale–Martha Moore Public Library July 15, 2013
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	EXPERIMENT: An Open Mic Presented by WordSpeak Literary Entertainment / We Are Rtists April 4-July 18, 2013 Award winning poet Voice Porter, host of the wildly successful "Bards & Brews" poetry and beer tasting at the B'ham Public Libraries is at the helm of EXPERIMENT: An Open Mic. An easy entrance into the world of Spoken Word for newbies & old hands. EXPERIMENT: An Open Mic Presented by WordSpeak Literary Entertainment / We Are Rtists April 4-July 18, 2013
	Tuxedo Junction: Alabama Contribute to American Jazz Presented by Birmingham Public Library and Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at East Lake Branch Library (BPL) July 18, 2013 Albert Murray, a native of Alabama and a professor of English at Tuskegee Institute, wrote the following while preparing a lecture on the emotional appeal of jazz: "Jazz is a music played by Americans to get rid of the blues... when you see a jazz musican playing, you're looking at a pioneer, and you're looking at an explorer; you're... Tuxedo Junction: Alabama Contribute to American Jazz Presented by Birmingham Public Library and Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark at East Lake Branch Library (BPL) July 18, 2013
	Float Your Boat at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve Presented by Turkey Creek Nature Preserve at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve July 20, 2013 Turkey Creek Nature Preserve is hosting the 4th Annual Float Your Boat community event. In addition to the popular balsa wood boat races, this year’s event will include a Kids Carnival, Make Your Own Boat Contest, Living History Camp and a 5-K race. Proceeds benefit the environmental education programs at TCNP TCNP is located in... Float Your Boat at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve Presented by Turkey Creek Nature Preserve at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve July 20, 2013
	International Festival Presented by Birmingham Zoo at Birmingham Zoo July 20, 2013 Join the Zoo in commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement. Come see the progression the Zoo has made throughout the years and take in an experience that is rich in culture with a focus on historical moments at the Zoo and all over the world highlighting Japan, India and South Africa.... International Festival Presented by Birmingham Zoo at Birmingham Zoo July 20, 2013
	Member Day 2013 Presented by 18 Local Cultural Organizations July 20, 2013 As a way of saying thanks to current members and supporters of arts and culture in the Birmingham region, area organizations have planned a special members-only day of free admission and family-friendly activities. One valid membership card and/or postcard invitation admits 2 adults and up to 4 children into absolutely any... Member Day 2013 Presented by 18 Local Cultural Organizations July 20, 2013
	Dino Discovery at the Birmingham Zoo Presented by Birmingham Zoo at Birmingham Zoo March 16-July 21, 2013 Journey through time to a pre-historic land, Dino Discovery, at the Birmingham Zoo. Go on an expedition down a trail filled with 15 life-sized, animatronic dinosaurs, some at heights of almost 20 feet. Explore, search for fossils in the Dino Dig and get your picture taken with a dinosaur. Don't miss this limited time... Dino Discovery at the Birmingham Zoo Presented by Birmingham Zoo at Birmingham Zoo March 16-July 21, 2013

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