Upcoming Events

Teen Crafternoon: Painting Class

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Teens

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Teen Room (Main)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting!

Teens, meet us at the Ben May Main Library in the Teen Space to learn some watercolor basics and leave with your own artwork.

Librarian’s Special: Karaoke Kids & Story Hour

10:00am - 11:00am

Ages 6-11

Closed

Registration Required

Closed

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Games, Librarian Special, Summer Library Celebration

Registration Required

Event Details:

Shine like the star you are!

Librarian’s Special: Karaoke Kids & Story Hour

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ages 6-11

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Games, Librarian Special, Summer Library Celebration

Registration Required

Event Details:

Shine like the star you are!

Teen Anime Hangout

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Teens

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Teen Room (Main)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Games

Anime newcomers are welcome!

Join us upstairs at the Main Library Teen Hangout for anime, snacks, and video games.

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.

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All Mobile Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19.

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.

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.

A Nightmare on Government Street Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Adults

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Emma Cortez Harris Conference Room (Main)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs

Event Details:

Presenting: Final Girl Summer!

Dementia Workshop with Gulf Coast Dementia Service

9:00am - 1:00pm

Adults

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes

Registration Required

Event Details:

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Informative literature will be available and 3 CEUs will be given.

Special Performer: The Story Ship Presents "The Rainbow Thief”

10:00am - 11:00am

All Ages

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Summer Library Celebration

Registration Required

Event Details:

Attention everyone! We need your help! A thief is among us, stealing all the colors from the Rainbow Queen's magical Tea Kettle.

Special Performer: The Story Ship Presents "The Rainbow Thief”

1:00pm - 2:00pm

All Ages

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Summer Library Celebration

Registration Required

Event Details:

Attention everyone! We need your help! A thief is among us, stealing all the colors from the Rainbow Queen's magical Tea Kettle.

Teen Anime Hangout

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Teens

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Teen Room (Main)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Games

Anime newcomers are welcome!

Join us upstairs at the Main Library Teen Hangout for anime, snacks, and video games.

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.

Reader’s Theater at Main

10:00am - 11:00am

Ages 6-11

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Games

Event Details:

Join us in the Youth Programming Room for a theatrical experience!

Thrilling Thursdays at Main

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ages 6-11

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games

Event Details:

Let’s enjoy Thursdays with fun and exciting activities!

Teen Crafternoon: Resin & Shine

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Teens

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Teen Room (Main)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting!

Teens, meet us at the Ben May Main Library in the Teen Space to make colorful resin pieces to use and enjoy this summer.

Just Craftin' Around

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Adults

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 Embroidered Photographs! Pick up a free “Take and Make” kit. This program is intended for adults.

Boundary Changes: African American Genealogy Workshop

10:00am - 12:00pm

Adults

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: AT&T Technology Center (Main)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy/History

Registration Required

Event Details:

The African American Genealogical Society is ready to assist you with your research!

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.

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.

Librarian’s Special: Library Jeopardy!

10:00am - 11:00am

Ages 6-11

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Games, Librarian Special, Summer Library Celebration

Registration Required

Event Details:

"Jeopardy!" is a classic game show - with a twist. Answers are given first. Contestants supply the questions.

Librarian’s Special: Library Jeopardy!

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ages 6-11

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Games, Librarian Special, Summer Library Celebration

Registration Required

Event Details:

"Jeopardy!" is a classic game show - with a twist. Answers are given first. Contestants supply the questions.

Teen Anime Hangout

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Teens

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Teen Room (Main)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Games

Anime newcomers are welcome!

Join us upstairs at the Main Library Teen Hangout for anime, snacks, and video games.

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.

Reader’s Theater at Main

10:00am - 11:00am

Ages 6-11

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Games

Event Details:

Join us in the Youth Programming Room for a theatrical experience!

Thrilling Thursdays at Main

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ages 6-11

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library

Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)

Age Group: Ages 6-11

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games

Event Details:

Let’s enjoy Thursdays with fun and exciting activities!

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All Mobile Public Library locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19.

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