In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing come by the Library and enjoy a photo exhibit exploring the birth of the American Space Program up to the Apollo 11.  In addition to the photo exhibit, original copies of Life magazine from July 4, 1969 to August 8, 1969 are on display for people to look through the pages detailing the historical event.

 

For more information, please call 251-340-1458 or visit our website at www.mobilepubliclibrary.org. 

 

 

 

Beat the heat on these dog days of summer (the last week before school starts) with gaming and crafting activities at the Library. For more information, please call 340-1507 or email crhodes@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Use your imagination and build wonderful things with thousands of LEGOS!  For more information, please call 675-2879 or email katwood@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join Mr. Butch for an hour of singing, dancing and playing with musical instruments! For more information, please call 494-4132 or email ftigner@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

For a complete list of films, please call 340-1458 or check out our website at www.mobilepubliclibrary.org.

 

 

 

Simple stories and music introduce the sounds and rhythms of language and play to your little learner.  Join us for a wiggle, rhyme, read and sing, active story time – and a craft too! For more information, please call the children’s department at 340-1507 or email crhodes@mplonline.org.

 

 

Visit with friends and learn how to make no Sew Pillow Cases. For more information, please call 494-4132 or email ftigner@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Don’t have access to your favorite Anime? Join our Anime Club and enjoy some of your favorite Anime films. For more information, please call 340-8555 or email lrainey@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Come enjoy the fun! Learn to play chess or improve your skills. For more information, call 494 4140.

 

 

 

Enjoy the latest and hottest Korean TV. Make new friends and enjoy some snacks, too! For more information, please call 340-8555 or email lrainey@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Come enjoy the fun! Learn to play chess or improve your skills. For more information, call the children’s department at 340-8571.

 

 

 

Join Ms. Cynthia for a high powered session of aerobics, featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance. Registration is encouraged. For more information or to register, please call 580-6144 or email glaffiette@mplonline or tvlecirc@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join us for a movie on Tuesdays in Bernheim Hall. For a complete list of films, please call 340-1458 or check out our website at www.mobilepubliclibrary.org.

 

 

 

Enjoy board & video games, movies, puzzles and so much more! For more information, please call 580-6144 or email glaffiette@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Beat the heat and enjoy some of your favorite films in the Library. Popcorn is served. For more information or a complete list of titles, please call 494-4454.

 

 

 

Learn how to make Morse Code Jewelry and Dreamcatchers. Space and supplies are limited.  Registration is encouraged. For more information or to register, please call 494-4140 or email eenglish@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Use your imagination and challenge your building skills with LEGOS. For more information, please call 494-4870.

 

 

 

Great fun just for Teens! Supplies and snacks are provided. For more information, please call 340-8555 or email lrainey@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Learn to knit with Ms. Wilhelmina Davis. Participants need to bring their own supplies. We recommend size 10, 10” long needles and a 7 oz. skein of regular, worsted weight yarn. For more information, please call 580-7144.

 

 

 

What's Up at the Library? Enjoy Bingo, Karaoke, LEGO challenges and so much more!

For more information, call 494-4454.

 

 

 

Join us in the new Teen Space each week for gaming, journaling, maker projects and all kinds of cool activities! For more information, please call 494-2271.

 

 

 

Staff from the Alabama Contemporary Art Center join us for Family Storytime on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Preschoolers will explore contemporary art and music through hands-on and minds-on activities that stimulate and deepen their understanding of art. For more information, please call the Children’s Department at 340-1507 or email crhodes@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Come learn and explore new things about science, technology and electronics! For more information, please call 494-4454.

 

 

 

Want to create beautiful paintings but have no idea how to begin? Join us and learn how to paint with acrylics. Supplies and snacks provided. For more information, please call 340-8571 or email lrainey@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join staff from the Alabama Contemporary Art Center to explore contemporary art and music through hands-on and minds-on activities that stimulate and deepen their understanding of art. For more information, please call the children’s department at 340-1507 or email crhodes@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Learn to play Chess! Beginners and experienced players are welcome. For more information, call 494-4870.

 

 

 

Enjoy building with a variety of items, LEGOS, Duplo, Gears and Marble Runs. For more information, please call 494-4132 or email mlmref@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join us for Cult Classics and movies from the 80’s and 90’s. Tonight’s feature film is Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The film runs 103 minutes and is rated PG-13. For more information, please call 494-4140 or email eenglish@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Ebony Moments is a book discussion designed to increase the awareness of African-American authors, both past and present, and to promote the love of reading for all. This month’s topic of discussion is Outside Child by Tiffany L. Warren. For more information, contact Betty Kidd at 580-7012.

 

 

 

This summer experience the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 10 double feature events! We Begin with the superhero who started it all, Iron Man, and end with the Library premiere of Captain Marvel! For a complete list of films, please call 340-1458 or check out our website at www.mobilepubliclibrary.org.

 

 

 

Kick-start your child’s imagination and motor skills. We’ll provide a variety of building materials and have some building fun! For more information, please call the children’s department at 340-8571 or email westyou@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Come play board and video games! Compete with other players, eat snacks, and have a great time with fellow Gamers. For more information, please call 340-8555 or email lrainey@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

A member of the Mobile County Emergency Management Agency will present a program on hurricane preparedness, tornado response and fire safety. For more information, please call 251-340-1458 or email mainref@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Topic of discussion is The Forgotten Road by Richard Paul Evans. For more information, please call 580-7144.

 

 

 

Join us after school for fun, games, arts & crafts, prizes and surprises! For more information, please call 494-4454.

 

 

 

Join us for Kid Friendly Experiments and discover the outcome and results of the scientific methods we use. For more information, please call 494-4132 or email mlmref@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

If you love Historical Fiction this book club is for you. This month's topic of discussion is The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris. For more information, please call Michele at 340-8590.

 

 

 

Join us for open gaming video and board games! For more information, please call 494-4140 or email eenglish@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Have fun with LEGO challenges, arts & crafts, games and more. For more information, please call the children’s department at 340-1507 or email crhodes@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

This month's topic of discussion is The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. For more information, please call Betty Fowler at 476-2600 or 494-2298.

 

 

 

Come see what new and exciting things you can make at our Maker Lab. Parental supervision is required for anyone under age 10. For more information, please call 494-4140 or email eenglish@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Members of the Tristan de Luna Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be at the Local History and Genealogy Division from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. to assist you with your questions and research for documentation concerning your ancestors. For more information, call 494-2172.

 

 

 

Calling all children, ages 5 and Up! Join us as we make Edible Pudding Slime. For more information, please call 494-4132 or email mlmref@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join members of Spoken Word of Mobile for an evening of poetry readings at the Toulminville Branch.  Students and adults are encouraged to share readings of their own works or works from their favorite poets. For more information, please call 580-6144.

 

 

 

Join us every third Tuesday for some lively book discussions and tips on what’s hot and what’s not in the world of books.  This month’s topic of discussion is The Child by Fiona Barton. For more information, please call 494-2298.

 

 

 

Enjoy the movies featuring Roger Moore as James Bond, with commentary and fun facts provided by Frank.  This month’s feature Live and Let Die. The film runs 121 minutes and is rated PG. For more information, please call 494-2298 or email ftigner@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Want to create and expand your artistic endeavors? Bring your ideas to the Teen Spot. Enjoy the time and space to be creative. Supplies and snacks provided. For more information, please call 340-8555 or email lrainey@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join us for a screening of Mary Poppins Returns. Movie runs 130 minutes and is rated PG. For more information, please call 494-4132 or email ftigner@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Stop by the Library and make your own CD Spaceship! For more information, please call 494-4140 or email eenglish@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Join us for a Sci-Fi/Fantasy book club from the comfort of your home. Meetings will be conducted entirely over Skype video chat.  This month’s topic of discussion is Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel.

 

To participate in the group chat, download the Skype app and set up an account for free at: www.skype.com/en/.  Contact Jill Stewart at jstewart@mplonline.org to share your Skype name so you can be added to the group. Once you’re added, all you need to do is have your device (phone, tablet, or computer) open to Skype on book club day and answer when it rings. For more information or help with Skype set up, contact Jill Stewart at jstewart@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

Heart & Soul Book Club is for those seeking to improve their life through Mind, Body, Heart and Soul.  We read and discuss motivational and inspirational books that enhance who we are as we journey to a deeper meaning of our life’s purpose.  This month's topic of discussion is The Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone by Brené Brown. For more information, please call Cassandra at 209-3559 or email heartandsoulbookclub@gmail.com.

 

 

 

Join us for some lively book discussions on some of our favorite classics. This month’s topics of discussion are Being There by Jerzy Kosinski and The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway. For more information, please call 340-1541 or email cecox@mplonline.org.

 

 

 

We supply the blocks – you show off your LEGO design and building skills. For more information, please call the children’s department at 340-8571.