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

Make-A-Craft Day

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (Toulminville) at Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Craft Day at Toulminville:

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.

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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 "Teens" group.

Throwdown Thursday

Thursday, January 30, 2025 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...

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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.

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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 "Children" group.

Rock n’ Storytime

Thursday, January 30, 2025 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 ...

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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.

Young Artist in Aprons Paint Club

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Grand Bay) at Grand Bay Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Young Artist in Aprons Paint Club:

Calling young artists!If you have a passion for painting, join us at the Grand Bay Library for fun, friends and paint projects. Pre-drawn canvases and paints are provided.

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

Calling young artists!

If you have a passion for painting, join us at the Grand Bay Library for fun, friends and paint projects. Pre-drawn canvases and paints are provided.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

"Love Reading" Challenge

02/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 02/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
Theodore Oaks Branch Library at Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages
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Library Branch: Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Room: Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contest/Challenge
Event Details:

Theodore Reading Challenge (all ages)!

We're excited for you to participate in our month-long reading challenge: "Love Reading!"   

We have three engaging categories to explore:  

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

Game On

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Programing Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and interactive gaming experience! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Qigong for Beginners

Saturday, February 1, 2025 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...

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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 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Storytime at West

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
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Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
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Let's Read, Read, Read!

Come celebrate 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten with a special Saturday Storytime! Enjoy stories and songs and learn about the 1,000 books before the Kindergarten program! 

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

Stuffed Puppet Storytime

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
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Library Branch: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room: Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for crafts, songs, stories, and fun!

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

Chess Club for Everyone at Moorer

Saturday, February 1, 2025 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
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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 "All Ages" group.

Take Your Child to the Library (Fun & Games)

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (Grand Bay) at Grand Bay Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages
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Library Branch: Grand Bay Library
Room: Meeting Room (Grand Bay)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Whoa, Fun and Games at the Library!

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

Pete the Cat Party

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programing Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Games, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Games, Storytime
Event Details:

Let’s get our groove on and have some fun!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Out of This World Book Club

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Online/Virtual
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Out of This World Book Club:

Virtual SciFi/Fantasy Book Club for Teens and Adults!Join us from the comfort of your home. Meetings will be conducted entirely over Zoom video chat.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online/Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Virtual SciFi/Fantasy Book Club for Teens and Adults!

Join us from the comfort of your home. Meetings will be conducted entirely over Zoom video chat.

This month’s topic of discussion is the Doors of Sleep by Tim Pratt.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Mardi Gras Mask Contest

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contest/Challenge
Event Details:

Let's see your creative side!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Make a Valentine Card or Bookmark

02/03/2025 @ 9:00am to 02/13/2025 @ 9:15am
Theodore Oaks Branch Library at Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
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Library Branch: Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Room: Theodore Oaks Branch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Love is an art that comes from the heart!

Join us between Feb. 5 and Feb 13 to make a Valentine's card or bookmark. All supplies will be provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Education at Moorer

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Adults
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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.

Crochet & Knit at Moorer

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Crochet and Knit Class:

Calling all crochet lovers!Join us to work on your knit and crochet projects, and chat with fellow yarn crafters. Beginners are welcome!

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

Calling all crochet lovers!

Join us to work on your knit and crochet projects, and chat with fellow yarn crafters. Beginners are welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Technology Basics Workshop at Main

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
AT&T Technology Center (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Technology Basics Workshop:

We have the solutions you need.Have technology questions? We have answers! We can help you solve basic tech questions concerning email, Word, and more. Feel free to bring personal ...

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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: AT&T Technology Center (Main)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes

We have the solutions you need.

Have technology questions? We have answers! We can help you solve basic tech questions concerning email, Word, and more. Feel free to bring personal computers, tablets, and phones. Please make sure the devices are fully charged.

Registration is recommended! For information, please call 251-340-1458 or email Alessondra Galanti at agalanti@mplonline.org.

 

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

Read & Sign Adaptive Storytime (ASL) at West

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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...

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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.

Mardi Gras Mask Contest

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge
Age Group:
All Ages
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Contest/Challenge
Event Details:

Let's see your creative side!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Hats & Scarves Giveaway

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Lobby (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Lobby (Main)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Cold? 

Stop by the Main lobby to pick up free hats and scarves. Limit one item per person, while supplies last. Stay warm for the last leg winter!

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

Read & Play Storytime

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 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...

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

Good Listener’s Storytime at Parkway

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (Parkway) at Parkway Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Ages 0-5
Good Listener’s Storytime at Parkway:

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 opport...

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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. 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.

Homeschool Connect

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Classes
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Homeschool Connect:

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...

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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.