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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 "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 "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.

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 "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 "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 "Adults" group.

Tea Towel Potato Printing

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create art by using a potato!If you are 18 or older, please join us to create original patterns using potato stamps! Whether you use it to dry dishes, wrap baked goods, decorate th...

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Armbrecht Briskman Meeting Room (Main)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create art by using a potato!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Adventure Tile

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Share your moments from your adventure!Come make tiles featuring pictures from your previous adventures or vacations!

Library Branch: Ben May Main Library
Room: Teen Room (Main)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Share your moments from your adventure!

Come make tiles featuring pictures from your previous adventures or vacations!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Diamond Dot Art

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Emma Cortez Harris Conference Room (Main) at Ben May Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Diamond Dot Art:

Let’s have fun with DIAMONDS!Diamond pod art is the “New” paint-by-numbers! Join us for a relaxing, fun time in Mrs. Emma Study Room as we create colorful diamond designed coasters...

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

Let’s have fun with DIAMONDS!

Diamond pod art is the “New” paint-by-numbers! Join us for a relaxing, fun time in Mrs. Emma Study Room as we create colorful diamond designed coasters, refrigerator magnets and hanging art work!

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

Geronimo Stilton Book Party

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (West) at West Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

A fabumouse world of activities is waiting for you! Join us in the meeting room at West Regional for our Geronimo Stilton Book Party! Enjoy crafts, games, scavenger hunts and ...

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

A fabumouse world of activities is waiting for you! 

Join us in the meeting room at West Regional for our Geronimo Stilton Book Party! Enjoy crafts, games, scavenger hunts and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit & Crochet

Wednesday, July 10, 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 "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 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.

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 "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 "Ages 6-11" group.

Saturday Crafternoon- Worm cups

Saturday, July 13, 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 create a fun snack that mimics dirt and worms. This activity is limited to 12 peopleThis program is ideal for children ages 6 – 11, but all ages are welcome. ...

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 create a fun snack that mimics dirt and worms. This activity is limited to 12 people

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

Little Explorers Book Club

Monday, July 15, 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 "Adults" group.

Knit & Crochet

Wednesday, July 17, 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 "Ages 6-11" group.

Popsicle Stick Raft

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (Semmes) at Semmes Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Sail away into an adventure!Getting out of the Arctic can be tricky without a boat or plane. Lend us a hand by making popsicle stick rafts. Ideal for ages 5-18. Registration i...

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

Sail away into an adventure!

Getting out of the Arctic can be tricky without a boat or plane. Lend us a hand by making popsicle stick rafts. Ideal for ages 5-18. 

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

What’s Up Wednesdays

Wednesday, July 17, 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 6-11" group.

Thursday Art Lab at Moorer

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (Moorer) at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Thursday Art Lab at Moorer:

Show your creativity!Join us in the Monte L. Moorer Library meeting room for creative, fun art adventures. Bring your friends or make new ones while exploring the world of creativi...

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

Show your creativity!

Join us in the Monte L. Moorer Library meeting room for creative, fun art adventures. Bring your friends or make new ones while exploring the world of creativity and imagination. Intended for the ages 4 -14.

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

Movies and More: It’s a Mystery

Thursday, July 18, 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.