Mardi Gras Library Closures

ALL Mobile Public Library locations will be closed Sunday, February 15 through Tuesday, February 17, 2026, for Mardi Gras.

Branch-Specific Closures:

  • Ben May Main Library will close early at 5 p.m. on the following parade days: January 30–31 and February 5–13, 2026. 
  • Ben May Main Library and Local History & Genealogy will be closed on Saturday, February 14. 
  • Trinity Gardens Community Library will be closed Sunday, February 15 through Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Chess Tournament

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Ages 6-11, Teens

Event Details

Checkmate!  

The Mobile Chess Club will host a Swiss-style tournament at the Semmes Regional Library. Awards will be given for first, second, and third place.  

Registration is required for all entrants and will be accepted until all slots are full or until 10:30 a.m. on the day of the tournament, whichever comes first.

Registration is required. To register or for more information, please email Ms. Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4935.