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.

Color Our World Art Competition

Program Type:

Contest/Challenge

Age Group:

Ages 6-11
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Event Details

Grab your paintbrushes; it's time to color our world!

Use your imagination and creativity to create a unique art piece and add a little color to our world. Submit your entries for the "Color Our World Art Competition" from July 1st to 22nd. This is ideal for ages 6-18.

Winners will be announced on July 24th, and don’t forget to collect your masterpieces by August 8th. Let’s see your creativity shine!

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