Coliseum Boulevard Branch Library
ADDRESS AND PHONE
840 Coliseum Boulevard, Montgomery, AL 36109
271-7005 www.facebook.com/ColiseumBranchLibrary
Out of an abundance of caution for our patrons and staff, and in effort to help limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), all Montgomery City-County Public Library locations are CLOSED until further notice.
All programs, services, outreach activities, and meeting room reservations have been cancelled.
Curbside service is available to check out books and media -
contact your local branch for details.
HOURS
Monday through Friday 9 AM to 6 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Adult Programs
Programs are Virtual and Posted on Facebook
Keep a lookout for summer reading registration and posts for summer on our Facebook page and on Montgomery Public Library System’s website: mccpl.lib.al.us.
Adult Book Clubs
Each month we have two different book clubs that meet. Right now we meet through GoToMeeting. Contact us if you are interested or want to know the current book we’re reading.
Southern Charms Book Club
October 8 @ 3 PM
Curious Genre Book Club
October 22 @ 3 PM
Keep a lookout for posts on our Facebook page and on Montgomery Public Library System’s website: mccpl.lib.al.us.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Register now for this free powerful program geared toward boosting your infant's brainpower. Read to your child, birth through kindergarten, every day to have read 1,000 books before they enter kindergarten. You will keep track of each book read, and your child will receive a reward after every 100 books read. Find out more about this free new program at the Coliseum Boulevard Branch Library.
Virtual Programs for Elementary, Preteens, and Teens.
Every other Tuesday @ 4
Literary Shorts: Mrs. Kelly will read either a short story, poem, essay, or short biography and then she will give a STEAM challenge at the end that relates to the reading. If you are homeschooling this year, these readings can be a part of your curriculum. It includes either English, History, or both during the reading portion. The STEAM challenge can include Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
October 27
“The Weaving Contest: The Story of Arachne and Minerva” from Favorite Greek Myths retold by Mary Pope Osborne
Synopsis: From the woman who brought you the Magic Tree House series, comes famous Greek myths told in an easy to read book for kids. Greek culture, famous traditions, moral lessons, strong characters come from these stories and they still influence our culture and are still relevant ways to teach the next generation.
ATTENTION TEENS
What virtual programs or activities would you like to see from Coliseum Blvd. Branch Library? Let us know 271-7005.
Virtual Programs for Everyone
Crochet Class
First and Third Thursdays
4:00 PM
Do you like to keep your hands busy? Have you always wanted to learn to crochet? We will post a tutorial on how to crochet a new stitch, or a new project. You can also share photos of your ongoing projects in the comment section of the Crochet post.
Ukulele Class
Second Tuesday
4:00 PM
We will post a tutorial for anyone wanting to learn the ukulele or pick up some new songs and techniques. Learning to play an instrument can relieve stress and will stimulate your mind.
"Free" Activities for Your Elementary Aged Children
Programs are Virtual and Posted on Facebook
Keep a lookout for summer reading registration and posts for summer on our Facebook page and on Montgomery Public Library System’s website: mccpl.lib.al.us.
"Free" Activities for Your Teens
Programs are Virtual and Posted on Facebook
Keep a lookout for summer reading registration and posts for summer on our Facebook page and on Montgomery Public Library System’s website: mccpl.lib.al.us.
ATTENTION TEENS
What programs or activities would you like to see at Coliseum Blvd. Branch Library? Let us know 271-7005.
Parent Pre-school Activity Center
This table changes once a month. We will have a new activity to enhance the five senses and further develop your child’s thought processes. This table has activities where parent and child explore together.
Puzzles
We have an adult level puzzle on a table at all times. Come and help put our community puzzles together.
Laptops for check out
Laptop computers are now available for check-out to be used in the library ONLY.
Map and Directions
