Independence Day

All Mobile Public Library Locations will be closed on Thursday, July 4. 

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit & Crochet

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knit & Crochet:

Relax, Unwind & Craft at West Regional Library!Join us to work on your knit and crochet projects, and chat with fellow yarn crafters. Beginners are welcome! If you’d like to le...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Relax, Unwind & Craft at West Regional Library!

Join us to work on your knit and crochet projects, and chat with fellow yarn crafters. Beginners are welcome! If you’d like to learn to knit or crochet, we’d be happy to teach you.

This class is designed for adults, but teens and children accompanied by adults are also welcome. For additional information, please call (251) 340-8561 or email Jill Stewart at jstewart@mplonline.org.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Anime Hangout

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Anime Hangout:

Anime newcomers are welcome!Join us upstairs at the Main Library Teen Hangout for anime, snacks, and video games.

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.

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

DIY Safari Binoculars

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Semmes) at Semmes Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Adventure Awaits, Let's Explore!Next we explore the jungles of the world through distant lenses. Join us as we create safari binoculars! Ideal for ages 5-18. Registration is r...

Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adventure Awaits, Let's Explore!

Next we explore the jungles of the world through distant lenses. Join us as we create safari binoculars! Ideal for ages 5-18. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Old School Teen Gaming

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Saraland) at Saraland Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Old School Teen Gaming at Saraland:

Calling all teens to come relax, chill, and play a few games!Come enjoy Wii and Xbox 360 games with us at the Saraland Public Library. Board games are also available. 

Library Branch: Saraland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Saraland)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games

Calling all teens to come relax, chill, and play a few games!

Come enjoy Wii and Xbox 360 games with us at the Saraland Public Library. Board games are also available.

 

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

What’s Up Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programing Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come hang out and have some fun!You never know what might happen on Wednesdays in the Youth Programming Room. Each week, we'll surprise you with fun activities! We might do arts an...

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Come hang out and have some fun!

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.

Independence Day

All Day
Ben May Main Library, Grand Bay Library, Local History & Genealogy, Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library, Parkway Branch Library, Saraland Public Library, Semmes Regional Library, Theodore Oaks Branch Library, Trinity Gardens Community Library, Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library, West Regional Library, Bookmobile & Outreach, Online/Virtual

All Mobile Public Library locations are closed. 

Closing
Branches:
Ben May Main Library, Grand Bay Library, Local History & Genealogy, Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library, Parkway Branch Library, Saraland Public Library, Semmes Regional Library, Theodore Oaks Branch Library, Trinity Gardens Community Library, Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library, West Regional Library, Bookmobile & Outreach, Online/Virtual
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All Mobile Public Library locations are closed. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Fun Friday

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Fun Family Friday:

Time with your family you can enjoy with us at the Moorer Branch!Bring your family or friends to the Moorer Branch Library to join us in tabletop games, puzzles, and other family f...

Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games

Time with your family you can enjoy with us at the Moorer Branch!

Bring your family or friends to the Moorer Branch Library to join us in tabletop games, puzzles, and other family fun games every Friday.

For more information, please email Moorer’s reference desk at mlmref@mplonline.org or 251-494-4140.

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

NASA Kids Science

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programing Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Hello, Earth Kids.Join us in the Youth Programming Room for adventurous books, games, crafts, and play to learn about NASA and space. 

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Event Details:

Hello, Earth Kids.

Join us in the Youth Programming Room for adventurous books, games, crafts, and play to learn about NASA and space.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Saturday Anime Hangout

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Semmes) at Semmes Regional Library
Program Type:
Games, Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Saturday Anime Hangout:

Welcome teens to the world of anime and manga at Semmes Regional Library!Join us every month in the meeting room for anime movies and shows, games, manga and more. Teens ages 12-18...

Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Movies

Welcome teens to the world of anime and manga at Semmes Regional Library!

Join us every month in the meeting room for anime movies and shows, games, manga and more. Teens ages 12-18 welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Qigong for Beginners

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Qigong for Beginners:

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 mornin...

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club for Everyone at Moorer

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens
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 designe...

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- Safari Vest

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area (Theodore Oaks) at Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Saturday Crafternoon:

Let’s enjoy making crafts together!Join us every Saturday at the Theodore Oaks Branch to get creative and make a fun craft.

Event Details:

This Saturday we will use a paper bag to make your own Safari vest.This program is ideal for children ages 6 – 11, but all ages are welcome. Supplies and space are limited though, ...

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.

This Saturday we will use a paper bag to make your own Safari vest.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons at Saraland

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Saraland) at Saraland Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

An adventure awaits in every roll.Teens ages 12-18 are invited to join us for Dungeons and Dragons at the Saraland Branch! Session 0 for a new Dungeons and Dragons group open to ex...

Library Branch: Saraland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Saraland)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

An adventure awaits in every roll.

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to join us for Dungeons and Dragons at the Saraland Branch! Session 0 for a new Dungeons and Dragons group open to experienced players and first timers!

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

Little Explorers Book Club

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programing Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come on let’s explore together!Join the Little Explorers Book Club as we explore stories, crafts, and some science facts. We plan to share a story and get creative with a craft or ...

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM
Event Details:

Come on let’s explore together!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Saraland) at Saraland Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Library Celebration
Age Group:
All Ages
Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a...

Event Details:

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-675-2879 or email Victoria Mosteller at vmosteller@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: Saraland Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Saraland)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!

The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a variety of local animals in their educational performance. Live animals may include opossum, snake, alligator, hawk or owl. The center houses a wildlife rehabilitation program that is dedicated to the care and potential release of injured and orphaned native wildlife. They will join us for the Summer Library Celebration by sharing information about animals native to the Alabama region.

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-675-2879 or email Victoria Mosteller at vmosteller@mplonline.org.

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

Create! Play! Learn!

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Create! Play! Learn!:

Time for some creative play at West Regional Library! Create! Play! Learn! at West Regional Library Time for some creative play! Join us in the Meeting Room for fun and learni...

Event Details:

If you have questions or need additional information, please email West Regional Youth Services at westyou@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-8571.

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Time for some creative play at West Regional Library! 

Create! Play! Learn! at West Regional Library Time for some creative play! Join us in the Meeting Room for fun and learning! This program is designed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind and uses engaging activities to develop skills they will need when they start school! Wear your play clothes – it might get messy!

If you have questions or need additional information, please email West Regional Youth Services at westyou@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-8571.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (Semmes) at Semmes Regional Library
Program Type:
Summer Library Celebration
Age Group:
All Ages
Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a...

Event Details:

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-494-4935 or email Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!

The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a variety of local animals in their educational performance. Live animals may include opossum, snake, alligator, hawk or owl. The center houses a wildlife rehabilitation program that is dedicated to the care and potential release of injured and orphaned native wildlife. They will join us for the Summer Library Celebration by sharing information about animals native to the Alabama region.

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-494-4935 or email Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Afternoon Games with Teens

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Afternoon Games with Teens:

Calling all Teens!Join us in the Teen Area at Ben May Main for Teen Game hour!

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Teen Room (Main)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games

Calling all Teens!

Join us in the Teen Area at Ben May Main for Teen Game hour!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Summer Library Celebration
Age Group:
All Ages
Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a...

Event Details:

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-494-4140 or email Jaime Lee at jlee@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!

The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a variety of local animals in their educational performance. Live animals may include opossum, snake, alligator, hawk or owl. The center houses a wildlife rehabilitation program that is dedicated to the care and potential release of injured and orphaned native wildlife. They will join us for the Summer Library Celebration by sharing information about animals native to the Alabama region.

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-494-4140 or email Jaime Lee at jlee@mplonline.org.

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

Read & Sign Adaptive Storytime (ASL) at West

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Read and Sign (ASL) Storytime at West:

Join us in the West Regional Library’s Storytime Room for books, songs, and sign language!Ages 1-12 and all abilities with an adult. Designed to be welcoming for neurodivergent chi...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Storytime Room (West)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime

Join us in the West Regional Library’s Storytime Room for books, songs, and sign language!

Ages 1-12 and all abilities with an adult. Designed to be welcoming for neurodivergent children, this inclusive storytime incorporates movement, music and stories along with American Sign Language (ASL). Activities presented generally fall within a preschool interest level. Siblings and therapists are welcome.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Club at West

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
Chess Club at West:

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 im...

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.

Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Summer Library Celebration
Age Group:
All Ages
Special Performer: Mobile Environmental Studies Center’s Wildlife of Mobile Road Show:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a...

Event Details:

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-340-8571 or email Oliva Foster at ofoster@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:

Adventure begins at your Library with education, exploration and wildlife rehabilitation – learn about the wonders of local animals!

The Environmental Studies Center will showcase a variety of local animals in their educational performance. Live animals may include opossum, snake, alligator, hawk or owl. The center houses a wildlife rehabilitation program that is dedicated to the care and potential release of injured and orphaned native wildlife. They will join us for the Summer Library Celebration by sharing information about animals native to the Alabama region.

Groups are required to register. To register or for more information, call 251-340-8571 or email Oliva Foster at ofoster@mplonline.org.

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

Read & Play Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programing Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Read & Play Storytime at Main:

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 s...

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Education at Moorer

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Computer Education at Moorer:

Join us as we explore the world of beginners’ computer literacy skills.Whether you are learning a new skill or brushing up on your knowledge, we can accommodate all skill levels. W...

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

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

Whether you are learning a new skill or brushing up on your knowledge, we can accommodate all skill levels. We are offering computer classes to teach a variety of skills, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, Cricut Design, writing resumes, and online resources. There will also be time at the end of each session to ask questions about your devices.