Upcoming Events
Branches:
Ben May Main Library,
Grand Bay Library,
Local History & Genealogy,
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library,
Parkway Branch Library,
Saraland Public Library,
Semmes Regional Library,
Theodore Oaks Branch Library,
Trinity Gardens Community Library,
Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library,
West Regional Library,
Bookmobile & Outreach,
Online/Virtual
Description:
All Mobile Public Library locations will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 and be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Branches:
Ben May Main Library,
Grand Bay Library,
Local History & Genealogy,
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library,
Parkway Branch Library,
Saraland Public Library,
Semmes Regional Library,
Theodore Oaks Branch Library,
Trinity Gardens Community Library,
Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library,
West Regional Library,
Bookmobile & Outreach,
Online/Virtual
Description:
All Mobile Public Library locations will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 and be closed on New Year's Day, Thursday, January 1, 2026.
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Winter Reading 2026: Read with Benny Beanstack Challenge
01/01/2026 @ 8:00am–01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch:
Online/Virtual
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge,
Holiday Fun
Event Details:
Read with Benny!
Earn fun, Benny-themed badges for logging your reading and completing activities. Participate for a chance to win a plush Benny. So, grab a book and join Benny for an unforgettable reading adventure!
This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch:
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room:
Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes
Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)
Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.
Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch:
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room:
Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group:
Ages 6-11,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Beginners and experienced players welcome!
Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch for chess club designed for ages 6 and up.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Library Branch:
Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Room:
Children's Area (Theodore Oaks)
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Holiday Fun
Event Details:
Let’s enjoy making crafts together!
Join us every Saturday at the Theodore Oaks Branch to get creative and make a fun craft.
This Saturday, we will create a Puppy Dog using a paper roll. This activity is limited to 12 participants.
Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.
