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Teen Anime Hangout

Wednesday, July 10, 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 "Teens" group.

Old School Teen Gaming

Wednesday, July 10, 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.

Polar Bear Cork Ornament

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Semmes) at Semmes Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Coolness Knows No Bounds.From the heat of the jungles to the colds of the Arctic, we go from lions and tigers to bears (oh my!). Come make yourself a cute little polar bear cork or...

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

Coolness Knows No Bounds.

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

What’s Up Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 10, 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.

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

Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Shake, Rattle, & Read Storytime at West:

Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving!Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are design...

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

Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving!

Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin’ going on!

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

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

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bernheim Hall (Main) at Ben May Main 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 251-494-2207 or email Cherold Rhodes at crhodes@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Bernheim Hall (Main)
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 251-494-2207 or email Cherold Rhodes at crhodes@mplonline.org.

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

Listen & Learn Storytime

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Listen & Learn Storytime:

Let’s Listen and Learn with fun stories and songs!Storytime has many benefits for children such as promoting early literacy, language development, help develop concentration, socia...

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

Let’s Listen and Learn with fun stories and songs!

Storytime has many benefits for children such as promoting early literacy, language development, help develop concentration, social skills, communication skills, and encourages their imagination and creativity. Join us in the Storytime room at West Regional for fun stories and songs. Ideal for ages 3-5 years.

For more information, please call (251)340-8571 or email West Regional Youth Services at westyou@mplonline.org.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

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

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (Toulminville) at Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville 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 251-494-4982 or email Melissa Davis at mdavis@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B (Toulminville)
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 251-494-4982 or email Melissa Davis at mdavis@mplonline.org.

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

Adventure Movies for Kids-UP

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come to the Moorer Branch and enjoy some adventurous movies! Join us for the feature film Up (2009), (PG-13/1h 36m). We’ll be showing movies for kids and snacks will be provid...

Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Come to the Moorer Branch and enjoy some adventurous movies! 

Join us for the feature film Up (2009), (PG-13/1h 36m). We’ll be showing movies for kids and snacks will be provided.

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.

Movies and More: It’s a Mystery

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Parkway) at Parkway Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Adventure begins with us here at the Parkway Branch. Let’s enjoy the summer together with some fun activities and more. Activities will vary each week from Movies to craft pro...

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

Adventure begins with us here at the Parkway Branch. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Coloring at West

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Coloring:

Life is about using the whole box of crayons.Adult coloring is a great way to improve brain function, reduce anxiety, and exercise your creativity. Join us for an adult coloring se...

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

Life is about using the whole box of crayons.

Adult coloring is a great way to improve brain function, reduce anxiety, and exercise your creativity. Join us for an adult coloring session to meet new people and give the hobby a try. Supplies will be provided, or you may bring your own.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

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

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (Theodore Oaks) at Theodore Oaks 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 251-662-9676 or email Caren Rich at crich@mplonline.org.

Library Branch: Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Room: Children's Area (Theodore Oaks)
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 251-662-9676 or email Caren Rich at crich@mplonline.org.

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

Chess Club for Everyone at Semmes

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (Semmes) at Semmes Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens
Chess Club for Everyone at Semmes:

Beginners and experienced players welcome!Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up.

Library Branch: Semmes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (Semmes)
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens
Program Type: Games

Beginners and experienced players welcome!

Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Unravellers Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Emma Cortez Harris Conference Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
The Unravellers Club:

Fancy dipping your toes into the world of knitting or crocheting?Look no further than The Unravellers Club! Join us to swap tips, get skilled, and spread the love of all things kni...

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Emma Cortez Harris Conference Room (Main)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Fancy dipping your toes into the world of knitting or crocheting?

Look no further than The Unravellers Club! Join us to swap tips, get skilled, and spread the love of all things knit and crochet. Whether you're just beginning or an expert, all are welcome to join!

Registration is recommended! To register, please call 251-340-1458 or email at wjohnson@mplonline.org.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Throwdown Thursday

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Space (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Throwdown Thursday:

Afterschool in the Teen Space at West Regional Library!This is a laid-back meetup to unwind playing games with other teens. We play lots of video games, both new and classic – Play...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Teen Space (West)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games

Afterschool in the Teen Space at West Regional Library!

This is a laid-back meetup to unwind playing games with other teens. We play lots of video games, both new and classic – Playstation, Nintendo and Xbox available. We also have board games and other tabletop activities. There are computers to play on as well if you enjoy PC games. It’s all about unwinding and having fun after school.

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 "Children" group.

Rock n’ Storytime

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Rock n’ Storytime:

It’s story-time with a musical twist.Experience your favorite stories old and new, come to life with narrator and, guitarist Mr. Dave, and of course, you. Each meeting, we’ll read ...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

It’s story-time with a musical twist.

Experience your favorite stories old and new, come to life with narrator and, guitarist Mr. Dave, and of course, you. Each meeting, we’ll read a story together, and perform one or two sing-alongs as well.

 

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

Create it, Build it, Play it!

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room (Grand Bay) at Grand Bay Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Create it, Build it, Play it!:

Fun for children of all ages!Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun STEAM/STEM focused crafts and activities. Get creative and have fun socializing with other...

Library Branch: Grand Bay Library
Room: Meeting Room (Grand Bay)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM

Fun for children of all ages!

Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun STEAM/STEM focused crafts and activities. Get creative and have fun socializing with others who love arts and crafts.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Legoland in Saraland

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (Saraland) at Saraland Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Legoland in Saraland:

Let’s have fun in Legoland!LEGOs encourage kids to learn while having fun! Use your imagination & challenge your LEGO skills. We will even have Duplo blocks for toddlers. 

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

Let’s have fun in Legoland!

LEGOs encourage kids to learn while having fun! Use your imagination & challenge your LEGO skills. We will even have Duplo blocks for toddlers.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ebony Moments Book Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Ebony Moments Book Club:

Join us at West Regional Library for the Ebony Moments Book Club each month. 

Event Details:

This month, we will enjoy discussing Big Girl by Mecca Jamilah Sullivan. Big Girl follows the tender, fervent, and food-loving Malaya, who comes of age in 1990s Harlem at the heigh...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us at West Regional Library for the Ebony Moments Book Club each month. 

This month, we will enjoy discussing Big Girl by Mecca Jamilah Sullivan.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Heartfulness Meditation

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Heartfulness Meditation:

Restore peace, balance, and calm.Come join us for “Heartfulness Meditation.” No previous meditation experience is required. Learn breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation. ...

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

Restore peace, balance, and calm.

Come join us for “Heartfulness Meditation.” No previous meditation experience is required. Learn breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation. All are welcome!

Group registration is recommended! To register or for more information, please email Jaime Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call 251-494-4140.

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

Putt-Putt Under the Sea

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

A Hole-in-One!Join us at the West Regional Library for mini-golf at our unique indoor course, which is for ages 6 and older.Registration is required.  To Register or for more ...

Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

A Hole-in-One!

Join us at the West Regional Library for mini-golf at our unique indoor course, which is for ages 6 and older.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Family Fun Friday

Friday, July 12, 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.

Summer Library Celebration Movie Adventures- “Free Guy”

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Grand Bay) at Grand Bay Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

We’re taking our love for adventures to the movies!Join us at the Grand Bay Library for movies and snacks. Each movie aligns with the adventure theme of the week. This week’s featu...

Library Branch: Grand Bay Library
Room: Meeting Room (Grand Bay)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

We’re taking our love for adventures to the movies!

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

Mad Science at Moorer

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Mad Science:

We have fun down to a science!Bring your Child or Teen to the Moorer Branch to explore science with fun and wacky crafts! We’ll be conducting all sorts of experiments. This is suit...

Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEAM

We have fun down to a science!

Bring your Child or Teen to the Moorer Branch to explore science with fun and wacky crafts! We’ll be conducting all sorts of experiments. This is suitable for ages 8-14.