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Baby Playdate!

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Babies

For families with babies ages 6 to 24 months, enjoy this special play date to bond with your baby and meet new friends. It promotes social skills, motor skills, and early literacy development!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

For families with babies ages 6 to 24 months, enjoy this special play date to bond with your baby and meet new friends. It promotes social skills, motor skills, and early literacy development!

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. 

submarine STEM challenge

Submarine STEM challenge

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Westgate Children's Library at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Kids ages 8-12 are welcome to register for our Submarine STEM Challenge, where you can learn about buoyancy and pressure underwater.

This event will be held outside on our Westgate Branch youth patio. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Children's Library
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM / STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids ages 8-12 are welcome to register for our Submarine STEM Challenge, where you can learn about buoyancy and pressure underwater.

This event will be held outside on our Westgate Branch youth patio. 

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. 

Need to reset your PIN?

A valid library card is required to register for this program. To reset your PIN-

  1. Click/Copy Paste Link
    https://dhcls.bywatersolutions.com/cgi-bin/koha/opac-password-recovery.pl
  2. Enter your Email and Card Number.
  3. An Email will be sent to your email on file.
  4. Click the link in the email and it will prompt you to set a new PIN.

Houston County Tag Renewals

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Westgate Branch (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenp...

Westgate Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Westgate Branch (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenport), Debit or Credit. No Cash.

board game

Game Day - Board Games

Saturday, April 4, 2026 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. 

Life Coaching

Realities of Life - Life Coaching

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Step into a space designed for growth, honesty, and real‑world learning.

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

Step into a space designed for growth, honesty, and real‑world learning.

Wiregrass Book Lovers Discussion Group

Wiregrass Book Lovers Discussion Group

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Everyone who loves books is welcome to join us at the Main Library on the first Monday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday, then we will change the meeting to the following Monday.)

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Everyone who loves books is welcome to join us at the Main Library on the first Monday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday, then we will change the meeting to the following Monday.)

Teen Recharge!

Teen RECHARGE!

Monday, April 6, 2026 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.

Storytime logo with white background

Story & Craft Time

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 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 use the child's name, not t...

Registration Open
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 use the child's name, not the parent's or guardian's. Please plan to arrive on time. Stories and crafts are designed for children ages 3-6. If you register and later find you cannot attend, please cancel your child's spot so we can offer it to someone else on our waitlist.

To maximize participation for everyone, we ask that no daycares attend. Please plan to arrive on time. Once our program begins, no additional 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. 

Lego Club regular graphic

Let's Build It! Youth Lego Club

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Kids
Let's Build It! Lego Club:

Join in on the fun at our monthly Let's Build It! Youth Lego Club, where we promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, all while having a blast!Parents, while regist...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Main Community Room
Age Group: Youth, Kids
Program Type: STEM / STEAM

Let's Build It! Lego Club

Join in on the fun at our monthly Let's Build It! Youth Lego Club, where we promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, all while having a blast!

Parents, while registration is not required, space and Legos will be limited. Please note that this event is intended for children aged 5-12 only. The library will supply all Legos, which will remain on DHCLS property. 

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. 

Wiregrass TTRPG

Wiregrass TTRPG - One Shot Games

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Attention tabletop RPG players, join the library for a one-shot role-playing game! Players need only themselves and maybe their favorite dice. This will be a beginner-friendly game. Pre-made characters will be available and ready for play.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attention tabletop RPG players, join the library for a one-shot role-playing game! Players need only themselves and maybe their favorite dice. This will be a beginner-friendly game. Pre-made characters will be available and ready for play.

Storytime logo with white background

Story & Craft Time

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
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...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
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.  If you register and later find you cannot attend, please cancel your child's spot so we can offer it to someone else on our waitlist.

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. 

Ashford Book Club

ABC - Ashford Book Club

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 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.

Crafternoon Tea

Crafternoon Tea! - String Art

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 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.

Kindermusik

Kindermusik

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
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. Bring your infant ages 0-2 years for a fun-filled class of music and movement specifically designed for your growing baby.

Upcoming
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. Bring your infant ages 0-2 years for a fun-filled class of music and movement specifically designed for your growing baby.

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. 

Need to reset your PIN?

A valid library card is required to register for this program. To reset your PIN-

  1. Click/Copy Paste Link
    https://dhcls.bywatersolutions.com/cgi-bin/koha/opac-password-recovery.pl
  2. Enter your Email and Card Number.
  3. An Email will be sent to your email on file.
  4. Click the link in the email and it will prompt you to set a new PIN.
Bell Hazelwood Book Club

Bell/Hazelwood Book Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Bell/Hazelwood Book Club Thursdays at the Main Library

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Bell/Hazelwood Book Club Thursdays at the Main Library

Big Book Sale

Big Book Sale: FOL Members Only Preview Sale!

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Everyone

Thanks to the generosity of Dothan’s Leisure Services Department, the Big Book Sales are at the Westgate Recreation Center Gym at 501 Recreation Road in Dothan. It is across the parking lot from the Westgate Branch Library.

 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Thanks to the generosity of Dothan’s Leisure Services Department, the Big Book Sales are at the Westgate Recreation Center Gym at 501 Recreation Road in Dothan. It is across the parking lot from the Westgate Branch Library.

 

The Moonlighters celebrate!

The Dothan Moonlighters: Celebrating 250 years of American Independence

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us as we honor 250 years of American history with style! The event features a live performance by The Dothan Moonlighters, whose big‑band sound will set the perfect tone for a night of dancing.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we honor 250 years of American history with style! The event features a live performance by The Dothan Moonlighters, whose big‑band sound will set the perfect tone for a night of dancing.

FOL Big Book Sale

FOL Big Book Sale!

All Day 4/10 - 4/19
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Sale
Age Group:
Everyone

Thanks to the generosity of Dothan’s Leisure Services Department, the Big Book Sales are at the Westgate Recreation Center Gym at 501 Recreation Road in Dothan. It is across the parking lot from the Westgate Branch Library.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Sale
Event Details:

Thanks to the generosity of Dothan’s Leisure Services Department, the Big Book Sales are at the Westgate Recreation Center Gym at 501 Recreation Road in Dothan. It is across the parking lot from the Westgate Branch Library.

Houston County Tag Renewals

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Westgate Branch (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenp...

Westgate Branch
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Purpose of Meeting

Houston County Probate Office Auto Tag Renewals -Every Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Westgate Branch (January—October only). Check or Money Order (Payable to Patrick H. Davenport), Debit or Credit. No Cash.

ACOM

Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine: The Simulated Patient Experience – Research Opportunity

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:15pm
Main Community Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Learn How Doctors Are Trained By Playing the Patient
Students at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) invite adults in the Dothan

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

Learn How Doctors Are Trained By Playing the Patient
Students at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) invite adults in the Dothan

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. 

Mahjong 101

Mahjong 101: Learn to Play!

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch

Curious about Mahjong but not sure where to start? Join us for a relaxed, beginner‑friendly introduction to the game. This hands‑on lesson is designed especially for new players—no experience needed.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about Mahjong but not sure where to start? Join us for a relaxed, beginner‑friendly introduction to the game. This hands‑on lesson is designed especially for new players—no experience needed.

Teen Recharge!

Teen RECHARGE!

Monday, April 13, 2026 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.

Storytime logo with white background

Story & Craft Time

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 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 use the child's name, not t...

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 use the child's name, not the parent's or guardian's. Please plan to arrive on time. Stories and crafts are designed for children ages 3-6. If you register and later find you cannot attend, please cancel your child's spot so we can offer it to someone else on our waitlist.

To maximize participation for everyone, we ask that no daycares attend. Please plan to arrive on time. Once our program begins, no additional 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. 

STEAM stories

STEAM Stories- EGG-stronauts!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Westgate Community Room at Westgate Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

STEAM Stories- Exciting stories and activities that ignite curiosity and creativity with a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) focus for kids ages 7-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Westgate Branch
Room: Westgate Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime, STEM / STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

STEAM Stories- Exciting stories and activities that ignite curiosity and creativity with a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) focus for kids ages 7-12 with a parent or caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Daycares and large groups

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

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. 

Need to reset your PIN?

A valid library card is required to register for this program. To reset your PIN-

  1. Click/Copy Paste Link
    https://dhcls.bywatersolutions.com/cgi-bin/koha/opac-password-recovery.pl
  2. Enter your Email and Card Number.
  3. An Email will be sent to your email on file.
  4. Click the link in the email and it will prompt you to set a new PIN.