‘Tis the season for coziness. Grab a blanket, your fluffy socks, and your favorite warm drink or snack! Hop into a reading nook and sink into a good book. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a handmade scarf and hat. Get the App or use the Website to participate in challenges and log your reading mobilepubliclibrary.beanstack.org. For […]
You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man! Chase our giant gingerbread man around the West Regional library. When you find him, take a selfie or just come to the desk and tell us where you found him. Prizes will be rewarded each time "Gingy" is found. The Gingerbread Man will be in a new […]
Every person has a rich history and unique stories to tell — dive deeper into your own this winter! Explore topics like family, history, and identity while reading Where We Come From, a poetic picture book for all ages written by John Coy, Shannon Gibney, Sun Yung Shin, and Diane Wilson and illustrated by Dion […]
Join us for the Ebony Moments Book Club, Book Title, As The Wicked Watch by Tamron Hall. When crime reporter Jordan Manning leaves her hometown in Texas to take a job at a television station in Chicago, she’s one step closer to her dream: a coveted anchor chair on a national network. For more information, […]
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. For more information, please email West Regional Youth Services at westyou@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-8571.
Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children! Need some time out of the house? Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun stories, song and crafts. This program will ignite creativity, spark curiosity, and stimulate the imagination! For more information, please email Ms. Dupree at fdupree@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-2207.
Interested in Historical Fiction? Join the A Page in Time Book Club at West Regional Library! This month’s topic of discussion is Two Wars and a Wedding by Lauren Willig. This book club is intended for adults ages 19 & up. For more information, email meli@mplonline.org or call (251)340-8590
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4132.
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come - first served. […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the West Regional Library's Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language! Read and Sign (ASL) Storytime at West Regional Library Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11 am. Join us in the Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language and for ages 3 - 5! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the […]
Beginners and experienced players welcome! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up. For more information, please call 251-494-4935 or Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.
Welcome to the Monthly Saturday Specials! Join us for a cozy book-to-a-movie-themed morning at the library. Come dressed in your comfiest pajamas as we explore a movie based on a favorite book in the Youth Programming Room. This month join us and watch Mr. Popper’s Penguins . We plan to enjoy themed activities and snacks! […]
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. For more information or to register and reserve your […]
Hey, Barbie! Did you miss Barbie in the theaters? Come join us at West Regional Library for Barbie PG-13, popcorn and photo ops and lots of Barbie fun! Synopsis: Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance […]
Time for some creative play at West Regional Library! Create! Play! Learn! at West Regional Library Time for some creative play! Join us in the Meeting Room for fun and learning! This program is designed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind and uses engaging activities to develop skills they will need when they start school! […]
Calling all Teens! Join us in the Teen Area at Ben May Main for Teen Game hour! For more information, please call 251-340-1458 or email the Reference Desk at mainref@mplonline.org.
Come on kids and become fluent in Spanish! Learn how to begin to speak in Spanish with this whole group tutorial, treats to follow. For more information, call (251) 494-4982 or email Melissa Davis mdavis@mplonline.org.
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. For more information, […]
Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children! Need some time out of the house? Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun stories, song and crafts. This program will ignite creativity, spark curiosity, and stimulate the imagination! For more information, please email Ms. Dupree at fdupree@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-2207.
Strike up the fun! Playing memory games can improve other brain functions, such as attention, concentration, and focus. Join us a the Toulminville Branch by playing and testing your memorization skills. For more information for this event please email mdavis@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4982.
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4132.
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come - first served. […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the West Regional Library's Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language! Read and Sign (ASL) Storytime at West Regional Library Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11 am. Join us in the Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language and for ages 3 - 5! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the […]
Beginners and experienced players welcome! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up. For more information, please call 251-494-4935 or Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.
We have fun on Fridays! Please join us every other Fridays of fun art activities at the Moorer/Spring Hill Branch. Bring your friends or make new ones while exploring the world of creativity and imagination. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org, or call (251) 494-4132.
Sign up at Semmes for Guitar Lesson! Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, Please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11. Registration is required. To register and for more information, please […]
We have fun down to a science! Bring your Child or Teen to the Moorer Branch to explore science with fun and wacky crafts! We'll be conducting all sorts of experiments from making slime to creating "galaxies" in a jar! Suitable for ages 8-14. For more information, please email abroussard@mplonline.org, or call (251) 494-3684.
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. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4140.
Show off your talent to win a prize! Come by the West Regional Library and pick up a white mask to decorate beginning January 16th. Please return your decorated mask to West Regional Children's Department before 8pm January 29th to be entered into the contest. You can vote for your favorite mask online or in […]
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. For more information, […]
Learn the technique of flower pressing! Come press flowers with us in the Miss Emma-Cortez Room. We will learn the steps and get some flowers in your press. Then you will take home the press and wait for your own pressed prizes! Supplies are limited and registration is required. Registration is required! To register or […]
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4132.
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come - first served. […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Think before you click or act! Join the Mobile Police Department to learn about how to protect yourself and others from phone and internet scams. For more information, please email the Reference Desk at westra@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-8571.
Join us in the West Regional Library's Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language! Read and Sign (ASL) Storytime at West Regional Library Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11 am. Join us in the Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language and for ages 3 - 5! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the […]
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 American Gods by Neil Gaiman. Click this link to join Zoom Discussion (Meeting ID:886 9478 9066 Pass code: 724085). For more information, email Ms. Stewart at […]
Family Research with DAR at Local History & Genealogy Learning about family history! Members of the Tristan de Luna Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be at the Local History and Genealogy Division to assist you with your questions and research concerning your ancestors. For more information, please email Ms. Theris-Boone at […]
Welcome teens to the world of anime and manga at Semmes Regional Library! Join us every month in the meeting room for anime movies and shows, games, manga and more. Teens ages 12-18 welcome. For more information, please email ckelley@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4935.
Need help with your digital device? Bring your own tablet or phone and we will help you get our library apps and answer your questions. Please make sure your device is charged before the class starts. For additional information, please call (251) 340-8561 or email Jill Stewart at jstewart@mplonline.org.
Join us at the Grand Bay Library for By The "Book" Book club! Have you always wanted to join a book club, but hesitated because of assigned reading? Bring your own book, discuss, and share recommendations! Each attendee will have a few minutes to discuss their book of choice and learn about new authors, titles, […]
Its time for a Magna Challenge at the Toulminville Branch! Magna-Tiles are shaped tiles with magnets along the edges that can be used for building and creating. Not only are they super fun to use, but they also provide all kinds of learning through play. Come show your creativity by building something extraordinary with magna tiles. We hope to […]
Learn more about your MPL Library Card! Join us to explore the world of electronic resources you can access with your library card! Want to learn Spanish? Practice for the ACT? Listen to an audiobook on your phone? All these things are more are available through the library! Bonus: bring your own device and we’ll […]
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. For more information, […]
Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children! Need some time out of the house? Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun stories, song and crafts. This program will ignite creativity, spark curiosity, and stimulate the imagination! For more information, please email Ms. Dupree at fdupree@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-2207.
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4132.
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come - first served. […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the West Regional Library's Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language! Read and Sign (ASL) Storytime at West Regional Library Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11 am. Join us in the Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language and for ages 3 - 5! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the […]
Beginners and experienced players welcome! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up. For more information, please call 251-494-4935 or Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.
We have fun on Fridays! Please join us every other Fridays of fun art activities at the Moorer/Spring Hill Branch. Bring your friends or make new ones while exploring the world of creativity and imagination. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org, or call (251) 494-4132.
Sign up at Semmes for Guitar Lesson! Is your child interested in learning to play the guitar? Now's their chance! Join us in the Semmes Meeting Room for FREE lessons. Lesson books will be available. However, Please bring your own guitar. For children ages 6-11. Registration is required. To register and for more information, please […]
Step up to the challenge of Puzzle-mania! In celebration of National Puzzle Day join us at the Toulminville Branch library for a Combination Lock Challenge and a Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of both events. Contestants must be at least 8 years and older; each team must consist of 4 […]
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. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4140.
Its time to Vote!!! All decorated mask should have been returned to West Regional Children's Department before 8pm January 29th to be entered into the contest. You can vote for your favorite mask online or in person at West Regional until February 2nd. Please vote here: https://forms.office.com/r/aERaV6CCs7. For more information please email westyou@mplonline.org or call 251-340-8571.
The Mobile Public Library invite you to a special showing of the acclaimed Netflix documentary Descendant Join us at West Regional Library for the Spirit of Our Ancestors Film Festival. We will be screening the movie Descendant, followed by the latest episode of 90 Minutes of 60 MINUTES which features an update on the Descendants. […]
Introduction to finding grants for nonprofit agencies in "Foundation Directory Online." Join us in the Technology Room at West Regional Library! Michael Reimer, Reference Librarian, will demonstrate the database, Foundation Directory Online. This database contains grant listings for nonprofit organizations. Come and see how to find grants for your nonprofit. Registration is recommended, but not […]
American Sign Language (ASL). Learn the basics of sign language through song. We hope to see you there! For more information, call (251) 494-4982 or email Melissa Davis mdavis@mplonline.org.
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. For more information, […]
Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children! Need some time out of the house? Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun stories, song and crafts. This program will ignite creativity, spark curiosity, and stimulate the imagination! For more information, please email Ms. Dupree at fdupree@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-2207.
New Year, new Teen Graphic Novel Club! This Club meets the last Tuesday of the month beginning 1/30/24 in the teen area & will feature a popular graphic novel or manga book each month, and on occasion watch an anime movie. Graphic novels for the club will be available at the fiction desk the first […]
Join us at the Moorer Branch for stories, songs, and fun! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination in young children. This program is designed to help promote their passion for learning. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4132.
Join us for stories and songs and lots of fun! Storytime’s act as an integral part of early literacy education by introducing young children to books, rhymes, music, and more. This story time event is designed with preschool aged children in mind, but all ages are welcome! Space is limited; first come - first served. […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Reading can be a great escape! Books and stories can transport you to a completely different place. Find your escape today! Complete the challenge for the chance to win a hand crocheted fox plushie! Get the App or use the Website to participate in challenges and log your reading mobilepubliclibrary.beanstack.org. For more information about the Beanstack […]
Join us in the Meeting Room to enjoy books and a whole lot of music and grooving! Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and make new friends. These activities are designed to stimulate your child’s early literacy skills, and there will be a whole lot of shakin' going on! For more information, please […]
Join us in the West Regional Library's Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language! Read and Sign (ASL) Storytime at West Regional Library Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11 am. Join us in the Storytime Room for books, songs, sign language and for ages 3 - 5! Early reading ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the […]
Beginners and experienced players welcome! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up. For more information, please call 251-494-4935 or Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.
The Mobile Public Library invite you to a special showing of the acclaimed Netflix documentary Descendant Join us at Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library for the Spirit of Our Ancestors Film Festival. We will be screening the movie Descendant, followed by the latest episode of 90 Minutes of 60 MINUTES which features an update on […]
Let the Good Times Roll with our Mardi Gras themed art party. The free program is designed for adults. All supplies are provided but participants can bring their favorite Mardi Gras embellishments if they wish. Registration is recommended! To register or for information, please email Christina Coxe at ccoxe@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-1588.
Welcome to the Monthly Saturday Specials! Join us for a cozy book-to-a-movie-themed morning at the library. Come dressed in your comfiest pajamas as we explore a movie based on a favorite book in the Youth Programming Room. This month enjoy watching Willy Wonka Party: Charlie & the Chocolate Factory . We plan to enjoy themed […]
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. For more information or to register and reserve your […]
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. For more information, please email jlee@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4140.