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Theodore Oaks Library is temporarily closed until further notice due to mechanical issues. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will update you as soon as the issue is resolved.

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This event is in the "All Ages" group

Color Our World Summer Reading Challenge

06/01/2025 @ 8:00am–07/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online/Virtual
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contest/Challenge
Event Details:

A Palette Of Possibilities!

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Color Our World Art Competition

07/01/2025 @ 10:00am–07/22/2025 @ 5:00pm
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Semmes Regional Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Contest/Challenge
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Lillian Smith's Killer of the Dream (Exhibit)

07/07/2025 @ 9:00am–08/01/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: West Regional Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Exhibits
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Praise for a Georgia Writer from the Birmingham Jail

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Club for Everyone at Moorer

2:00pm–4:00pm
Ages 6-11, Teens
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

Saturday Crafternoon (Paper Strip Animals)

3:00pm–3:30pm
Ages 6-11
Cancelled
Library Branch: Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Room: Children's Area (Theodore Oaks)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

Theodore Oaks Library is temporarily closed until further notice due to mechanical issues. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will update you as soon as the issue is resolved.

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Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Parkway Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Parkway)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Beat the heat, bring in the family to enjoy a movie and popcorn at the Parkway Branch!

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Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Computer Education at Moorer

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Join us as we explore the world of beginners’ computer literacy skills.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Saraland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Saraland)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

One Shade Off! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Watercolor for Teens at West

10:30am–11:30am
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the art of Watercolor!

Teens, join us at the West Regional Library in the meeting room to learn some beginning watercolor techniques while painting a scene. Ideal for ages 12-19. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

One Shade Off!  

This event is in the "Adults" group

By the “Book” Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grand Bay Library
Room: Meeting Room (Grand Bay)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us at the Grand Bay Library for By The “Book” Book Club!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

One Shade Off!  

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club at West

3:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games

All ages club – beginners and experienced players welcome!

Join us in the Meeting Room every Monday to learn how to play or improve your skill at the game of chess! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. No experience is necessary to join the club – just enthusiasm and good sportsmanship!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Chess Club at Saraland

4:00pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Saraland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Saraland)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us every Monday for an engaging and enjoyable chess session, where you can learn the fundamentals of the game or enhance your existing skills.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

One Shade Off!  

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Read & Play Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us in the youth programming room to enjoy storytime with books, songs, fingerplays, and more!

Stimulate your baby’s developing senses and help them build listening and memory skills that can help your baby grow up to be a reader. Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and making new friends. This program is best suited for ages 0-3.

 

For more information, please call 251-340-1507 or email mainyou@mplonline.org.


 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Good Listener’s Storytime at Parkway

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Parkway Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Parkway)
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Inspiring a passion for reading!

Join us for fun with stories, words that rhyme, games and crafts too! This storytime event is designed for ages 3 – 7. Children will have the opportunity to interact with others and practice social skills in a place where everyone is learning!

Registration is required for groups. To register, or for more information, please email Jade Gregory at jgregory@mplonline.org, or call her at (251) 494-4454.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Make-A-Craft Day

10:00am–11:30am
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B (Toulminville)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Games

Show your creative side!

Join us at the Touminville Branch for a fun craft activity to make and take home. Ideal for age 6-11.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Tuesday Time Out Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Grand Bay Library
Room: Meeting Room (Grand Bay)
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

One Shade Off!  

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Sensory Time with Tiny Touches

1:00pm–2:00pm
Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Games

Exploring Sensory Experiences with Gentle Touches!

Join us in the Youth Programming Room for the perfect opportunity for you, your family, and your friends to enjoy little maker sessions, sensory-friendly activities, and more. You don’t want to miss it! 

This program is best suited for ages 3-5 and uses fun, engaging activities for hidden learning! Wear your play clothes – it might get messy! 

For more information, call 251-340-1325 or email Main's Youth Desk at mainyou@mplonline.org

This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Grand Bay Library
Room: Meeting Room (Grand Bay)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

One Shade Off!  

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For the love of Art!

This event is in the "Children" group

Mrs. Tori Tales

3:30pm–4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Saraland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Saraland)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Listen, groove & craft with Mrs. Tori and her tales!

Come and Join Mrs. Tori for stories, crafts, and fun in the Saraland meeting room. This program is for children of all ages, but ideal for ages 0-5.