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.

Mardi Gras Mask Contest

9:00am–5:00pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Ben May Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contest/Challenge
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Let's see your creative side!

Just Craftin' Around

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Emma Cortez Harris Conference Room (Main)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Each month we’ll take a look at a new craft!

Join us in the Emma Cortez-Harris Study Room to craft and chat. Beginners are welcome. 

 

This month's craft is Origami! Also, pick up a free “Take and Make” kit.

This class is designed for adults and teens, but children accompanied by adults are also welcome.

Building Bridges: a K’Nex STEM Building Afternoon

4:00pm–5:00pm
Ages 6-11
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Games
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Enjoy building bridges with our K'Nex construction kits!

Closing

Mardi Gras Parade Closure

5:00pm–8:00pm
Branches:
Ben May Main Library, Local History & Genealogy
Description:

*Special Mardi Gras Closings: Ben May Main Library and Local History & Genealogy will close early at 5 p.m. on the following Mardi Gras parade days: February 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 and March 1.