If you are interested in adding another tool to your financial planning tool box, then join us for a demonstration of the library database, Financial Rating Series Online. Financial Rating Series Online is a powerful financial planning database that provides users with detailed stability ratings of banks, insurance companies, stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs. A staff member from the Central Library’s Business, Science and Technology Department will demonstrate how to navigate the database. This program is free, but registration is required. To register, please -email cenrtc@bham.lib.al.us or call 205-226-3681.

Money Smart Week is an annual nationwide campaign aimed at increasing financial literacy and promoting better decision making on issues related to personal money management. This year, Money Smart Week will be held from April 23 to April 30. The Birmingham Public Library will be doing its part to celebrate the week by hosting three free public programs at the Central Library location.

When considering your personal financial goals, the Birmingham Public Library is a good place to go for free and authoritative resources on budgeting, savings, investing, and much more. So, make plans to stop by and check out some of the amazing resources and services we have to offer! For further information, please contact the Central Library’s Business, Science and Technology Department at 205-226-3690.