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.

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Google Tools

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: AT&T Technology Center (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Unlock the potential of Google tools and enhance your productivity like never before!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong for Beginners

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)

Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.

Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.

This event is in the "Adults" group

BYOD: Bring Your Own Device

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Quiet Study (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Need help with your digital device?

Bring your own tablet or phone and we will help you get our library apps and answer your questions. Please make sure your device is charged before the class starts.

Registration is recommended! To register, please email Kimberly McCants at kmccants@mplonline.org or call 251-340-1588. 

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 "Adults" group

Computer Basics at Toulminville

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library
Room: Technology Center (Toulminville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Learn basic computer skills for adults! 

Computer anxiety? We can help! Join us at the Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch to attend this class and learn how to navigate a computer and basic programs.

Registration is recommended, as class size is limited. If not registered, the class will be first come, first served until class capacity is reached. To register or for more information, please email India Cherry at icherry@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4982.

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

Beginner Guitar Lessons for Kids

4:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Sign up for guitar lessons at Semmes today!

Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Navigating Foundation Directory

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: AT&T Technology Center (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Introduction to finding grants for nonprofit agencies in “Foundation Directory Online.”

Join us in the Technology Room at West Regional Library! Michael Reimer, Reference Librarian, will demonstrate the database, Foundation Directory Online. This database contains grant listings for nonprofit organizations. Come and see how to find grants for your nonprofit.

Registration is recommended, but not required! Please call 251-340-1643 or westref@mplonline.org to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library
Room: Technology Center (Toulminville)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Master the basics. Unlock your productivity.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Conversational Spanish

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Ready to speak Spanish with ease? 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong for Beginners

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)

Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.

Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.

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

Beginner Guitar Lessons for Kids

4:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Sign up for guitar lessons at Semmes today!

Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11.

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

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

Homeschool Connect

10:00am–11:30am
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Supporting homeschool families at West Regional Library!

Homeschool families are encouraged to join us in the Meeting Room for fun and engaging monthly programs for the whole family.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Conversational Spanish

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Ready to speak Spanish with ease? 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong for Beginners

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)

Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.

Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
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.

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.

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

Beginner Guitar Lessons for Kids

4:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Sign up for guitar lessons at Semmes today!

Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Conversational Spanish

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Ready to speak Spanish with ease? 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong for Beginners

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)

Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.

Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.

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

Beginner Guitar Lessons for Kids

4:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Sign up for guitar lessons at Semmes today!

Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11.

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

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

Homeschool Connect

10:00am–11:30am
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Supporting homeschool families at West Regional Library!

Homeschool families are encouraged to join us in the Meeting Room for fun and engaging monthly programs for the whole family.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Conversational Spanish

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Ready to speak Spanish with ease? 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Qigong for Beginners

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)

Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.

Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.

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

Beginner Guitar Lessons for Kids

4:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 6-11
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Classes

Sign up for guitar lessons at Semmes today!

Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11.

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Conversational Spanish

5:30pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Conference Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes
Event Details:

Ready to speak Spanish with ease?