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Kindermusik

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies

Erin Joye will be offering a 'mommy and me' Kindermusik playdate at the Westgate Branch.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Erin Joye will be offering a 'mommy and me' Kindermusik playdate at the Westgate Branch.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Professor WhizzPop's Art Attack!

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Youth

Professor Whizzpop's Art Attack! A colorful, quirky library show about drawing, painting, magic and BOOKS!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Professor Whizzpop's Art Attack! A colorful, quirky library show about drawing, painting, magic and BOOKS!

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

As a courtesy to others

Registration is not required, but space is limited. Please plan to arrive before the start of the show. As a courtesy to others, latecomers will not be allowed in the programming room.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

The Bubble Brigade FOAM event!

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Greenspace at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids

The Bubble Brigade... Good, Clean, Fun!


Join us outside in the foam zone... a fantastic, foamtastic party! There will be a foam cannon to create a huge pile of harmless foam, we'll throw in some beach balls and a dash of music.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Greenspace
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Bubble Brigade... Good, Clean, Fun!


Join us outside in the foam zone... a fantastic, foamtastic party! There will be a foam cannon to create a huge pile of harmless foam, we'll throw in some beach balls and a dash of music.

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Toastmasters - Public Speaking

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:15pm - 7:30pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that
teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of
clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization's membership

Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Event Details:

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that
teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of
clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization's membership

Tag Renewals

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Other

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Westgate Library (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenport), Debit or Credit. No Cash.

Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Westgate Library (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenport), Debit or Credit. No Cash.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Do Art Comic Book Workshop

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

At the Do Art Productions Comic Book Workshop, we will explore the different languages of comics, from the eyes to body posture to the actual language within speech bubbles.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop, STEM / STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

At the Do Art Productions Comic Book Workshop, we will explore the different languages of comics, from the eyes to body posture to the actual language within speech bubbles.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

Instructional class

Since this is an instructional class, we kindly ask that you arrive before the start of the class start time so that we can start on time. Latecomers will not be permitted once instruction begins. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Day - Board Games

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

If you love board games and want to make new friends, the library is the place to be this weekend! With dozens of games to choose from you only need yourself to join in on the fun.

Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

If you love board games and want to make new friends, the library is the place to be this weekend! With dozens of games to choose from you only need yourself to join in on the fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Realities of Life - Life Coaching

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join life coach, Chassallon Jones, for informative presentations on the importance of education, family planning, abusive relationships, counseling, and more.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join life coach, Chassallon Jones, for informative presentations on the importance of education, family planning, abusive relationships, counseling, and more.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Ashford Branch weekly activity pack pickup - Basket weaving

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ashford Branch
Age Group:
Kids

WEEKLY CRAFT & ACTIVITY PACKETS!
At the beginning of each week (June 2- July 14), a new craft and activity packet will be available for pickup while supplies last. 

 

Library Branch: Ashford Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

WEEKLY CRAFT & ACTIVITY PACKETS!
At the beginning of each week (June 2- July 14), a new craft and activity packet will be available for pickup while supplies last. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen RECHARGE!

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Teen RECHARGE!:

A place for teens (13-19) to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others their age.  S.T.E.A.M.-based activities such as robotics, 3D pens, crafts, art, video games, ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM

Teen RECHARGE!

A place for teens (13-19) to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others their age.  S.T.E.A.M.-based activities such as robotics, 3D pens, crafts, art, video games, etc. will be available to all at no charge. Registration is not required each week, but our space is limited to the first 25 teens!

Teen RECHARGE will be available most Mondays from 3:30-5:00 PM at the Main Library.

Although we ask that no parent participate, we do require a parent or guardian's name and contact.   

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

No Parents

Although we ask that no parent participate, we do require a parent or guardian's name and contact.

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Story & Craft Time

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Main Children's Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth
Story & Craft Time:

Join us for story & craft time!!!! Stories will be read aloud each week with a craft to make.Registration is required.  When registering, please make the registration...

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Children's Library
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Story & Craft Time

Join us for story & craft time!!!! 

Stories will be read aloud each week with a craft to make.

Registration is required.  When registering, please make the registration in the child's name, not the parent or guardian's name. Please plan to arrive on time. Stories and crafts are designed for children ages 3-6. 

To maximize participation for all, we do ask that no daycares attend. Please plan to arrive on time, once our program starts, no further entries will be allowed.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Edge of Creativity: A Special Paint Night Class

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a unique and artistic evening where the edges of your favorite books become your canvas!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a unique and artistic evening where the edges of your favorite books become your canvas!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lew-E's Comedy Circus @ Main

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids

Join Lew-E and Oogly Boogly as they present their show called Lew-E's Comedy Circus. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join Lew-E and Oogly Boogly as they present their show called Lew-E's Comedy Circus. 

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

As a courtesy to others

Registration is not required, but space is limited. Please plan to arrive before the start of the show. As a courtesy to others, latecomers will not be allowed in the programming room.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ABC - Ashford Book Club

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ashford Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Ashford Book Club on the second Wednesday of every month for camaraderie and book discussions! A new book is chosen at the meetings.

Library Branch: Ashford Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Ashford Book Club on the second Wednesday of every month for camaraderie and book discussions! A new book is chosen at the meetings.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lew-E's Comedy Circus @ Ashford

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Ashford Branch
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Kids

Join Lew-E and Oogly Boogly at our Ashford Branch as they present their show called Lew-E's Comedy Circus. 

Library Branch: Ashford Branch
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join Lew-E and Oogly Boogly at our Ashford Branch as they present their show called Lew-E's Comedy Circus. 

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

As a courtesy to others

Registration is not required, but space is limited. Please plan to arrive before the start of the show. As a courtesy to others, latecomers will not be allowed in the programming room.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafternoon Tea! Resin Pouring

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at Westgate on the second Wednesday of each month at four o’clock to see what we create. We will have afternoon tea and provide all the items and instructions needed for each craft.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Westgate on the second Wednesday of each month at four o’clock to see what we create. We will have afternoon tea and provide all the items and instructions needed for each craft.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Jan Mattingly- The Science Lady- The Science of Color!

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Performance, STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Join Jan Mattingly, the Science Lady, for an amazing color science show at our Westgate Branch on June 12 from 10:30-11:30 am. This program is for kids ages 5-15.

Registration is NOT required, but space will be limited.

Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Performance, STEM / STEAM
Event Details:

Join Jan Mattingly, the Science Lady, for an amazing color science show at our Westgate Branch on June 12 from 10:30-11:30 am. This program is for kids ages 5-15.

Registration is NOT required, but space will be limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

Parents in Programming Room

Due to spacing, parents are not allowed inside programming room but must stay on library property.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Jan Mattingly- The Science Lady- Future Engineers

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join Jan Mattingly, the Science Lady,  as she presents Future Engineers at our Westgate Branch on June 12 from 1:30-2:30 pm. This program is for kids ages 10-18.

Registration is required to attend this workshop. 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop, STEM / STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Jan Mattingly, the Science Lady,  as she presents Future Engineers at our Westgate Branch on June 12 from 1:30-2:30 pm. This program is for kids ages 10-18.

Registration is required to attend this workshop. 

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

Instructional class

Since this is an instructional class, we kindly ask that you arrive before the start of the class start time so that we can start on time. Latecomers will not be permitted once instruction begins. 

Parents in Programming Room

Due to spacing, parents are not allowed inside programming room but must stay on library property.

Tag Renewals

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Other

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Westgate Library (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenport), Debit or Credit. No Cash.

Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Westgate Library (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenport), Debit or Credit. No Cash.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Ashford Branch weekly activity pack pickup - Magic Butterfly

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ashford Branch
Age Group:
Kids

WEEKLY CRAFT & ACTIVITY PACKETS!
At the beginning of each week (June 2- July 14), a new activity packet will be available for pickup while supplies last. 

 

This week's activity a magic butterfly.

Library Branch: Ashford Branch
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

WEEKLY CRAFT & ACTIVITY PACKETS!
At the beginning of each week (June 2- July 14), a new activity packet will be available for pickup while supplies last. 

 

This week's activity a magic butterfly.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lend an EAR: Forest Friends Storytime

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For ages 5 to 8, the Lend an EAR: Forest Friends Storytime Series provides the opportunity to increase reading skills while learning more about Alabama's natural resources.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 5 to 8, the Lend an EAR: Forest Friends Storytime Series provides the opportunity to increase reading skills while learning more about Alabama's natural resources.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

Parents in Programming Room

Due to spacing, parents are not allowed inside programming room but must stay on library property.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

POP artist Michael Albert

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens

New York POP Artist Michael Albert will teach cereal box collage art. Participants will be able to make their artwork and take it home. This program starts promptly at 3:00 pm and is for kids ages 7-18.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

New York POP Artist Michael Albert will teach cereal box collage art. Participants will be able to make their artwork and take it home. This program starts promptly at 3:00 pm and is for kids ages 7-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

Instructional class

Since this is an instructional class, we kindly ask that you arrive before the start of the class start time so that we can start on time. Latecomers will not be permitted once instruction begins. 

Parents in Programming Room

Due to spacing, parents are not allowed inside programming room but must stay on library property.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen RECHARGE!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Teen RECHARGE!:

A place for teens (13-19) to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others their age.  S.T.E.A.M.-based activities such as robotics, 3D pens, crafts, art, video games, ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM

Teen RECHARGE!

A place for teens (13-19) to hang out, mess around, and geek out with others their age.  S.T.E.A.M.-based activities such as robotics, 3D pens, crafts, art, video games, etc. will be available to all at no charge. Registration is not required each week, but our space is limited to the first 25 teens!

Teen RECHARGE will be available most Mondays from 3:30-5:00 PM at the Main Library.

Although we ask that no parent participate, we do require a parent or guardian's name and contact.   

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs. 

No Parents

Although we ask that no parent participate, we do require a parent or guardian's name and contact.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Story & Craft Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Main Children's Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Story & Craft Time:

Join us for story & craft time!!!! Stories will be read aloud each week with a craft to make.Registration is required.  When registering, please make the registration...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Children's Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Story & Craft Time

Join us for story & craft time!!!! 

Stories will be read aloud each week with a craft to make.

Registration is required.  When registering, please make the registration in the child's name, not the parent or guardian's name. Please plan to arrive on time. Stories and crafts are designed for children ages 3-6.

To maximize participation for all, we do ask that no daycares attend. Please plan to arrive on time, once our program starts, no further entries will be allowed. 

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

Due to limited space, daycares and large groups will not be permitted unless otherwise scheduled before the event. 

Free and open to the public

This event is free and open to the public. However, a library card may be required to register for some events or programs.