Job Hunting and Resume Class

Find out where to look for online job listings, how to apply, & tips for creating a great resume.  The class will be Wednesday, August 31st from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  Free.  Registration required.  To register call 986-7744 or email us at bessemerlibrary@gmail.com.

Rhonda Dial, Master Herbalist Coming to the Bessemer Public Library

Jumpstart Your Body into Health

Please join us on Tuesday, August 23rd from noon until 1:00 p.m. for a
program on "Gaining and Maintaining Optimal Health" presented by
well-known Master Herbalist, Rhonda Dial.  With over two decades of
experience, she is an expert in teaching why specific whole foods (herbs)
are nourishing to the body.  She will also answer audience questions.
Free admission.

Summer Sale

Be sure to check out the main entrance foyer for great deals on magazines, books, audio cassettes and video cassettes.  Each item is only 25 cents!

Consumer Information Catalogs

The Summer 2011 Consumer Information Catalogs are available for pick up.  A publication of the Federal Citizen Information Center, the catalog contains lots of valuable free and low cost information on a number of subjects including employment, education, health, housing, federal programs, and money. 

Astronomy Program

Bessemer Public Library Astronomy Program for the Family

George Atchley, Director of Christenberry Planetarium at Samford University
will present an astronomy program including a brief historical summary,
summer constellations, current events in astronomical research, and
internet resources. Please join us on Thursday, June 30th from 6 p.m. - 7
p.m.

Cell Phone Use

The Bessemer Public Library has a new cell phone policy.  We request that you be considerate to other patrons and take your cell phone calls outside.  Thanks for your cooperation.

Footprint on the Sky: Memories of a Chandler Mountain Spring

Dolores Hydock, actress and storyteller will present "Footprint on the Sky:  Memories of a Chandler Mountain Spring" on Thursday, May 26th at 6 p.m.  Bonnets, bow-tie quilts, poke salad, tomato stakes, the recipe for Scripture Cake, and an old-timey cure for hiccups - they're all part of this funny and touching portrait of an Alabama mountain community in the 1970's.  Sponsored by The Alabama Humanities Foundation.  Free admission.