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A Beginner’s Journey into Rhythm with John Scalici
2022-10-13 18:00:00 2022-10-13 19:30:00 America/Chicago A Beginner’s Journey into Rhythm with John Scalici An exciting, hands-on, interactive, rhythm experience. Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre

Thursday, October 13
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Hoover Public Library

The Library Theatre

An exciting, hands-on, interactive, rhythm experience.

No Prior musical experience necessary

What You will Learn:
—Basic hand drum technique
—How to vocalize rhythms for deeper retention
—Special techniques to unlock your body’s natural rhythm
—Basic, simple drumming patterns you can play with alone or with others
—Tips to help boost your creativity

Drums are provided (or bring your own)

Ages 16 and older

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | The Library Theatre |

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Located in Hoover, Alabama, at 200 Municipal Drive, the Hoover Public Library has been operating since 1983. The Hoover Public Library seeks to reinvent the way communities view libraries. As the heart and soul of the Hoover community, we are more than just a library. We’re the place you come to meet your friends, experience live theater, peruse art, listen to music, entertain your children, learn about new technology, seek job searching assistance, explore your interests, find good book recommendations and much, much more. We seek to grow our patronage by offering an unparalleled customer experience.

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Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
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Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
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Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
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This event is full
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Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 23 2026 at 12:00am
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Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 23 2026 at 12:00am
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Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Trick or Treat at the library from 10 AM - 2 PM!
Baby Playdate
Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 27 2026 at 9:00am
Friends of the Hoover Library present - Criminal Justice with Mike Fliegel, retired attorney
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Plaza,Public Kitchen
Meeting at 10:30 am. Program follows immediately.
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
This event is full
Story Lab - Nocturnal Animals
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Social Security 101
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn about Social Security from financial advisor David S. LeCompte.
Mid Term General Election
Tue, Nov 03, All day
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Theatre Conference Room
Presidential General Election
Together with Tots
Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 28 2026 at 9:00am
Together with Tots
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 28 2026 at 9:00am
The Empowered Caregiver - Building Foundations of Caregiving
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association
Libby Meet & Greet
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
My First Resume Workshop
Tue, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn formatting and strategies for creating your first resume. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 9:00am
Story Sprouts
Wed, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Story Sprouts
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Beyond Words Book Club - The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:15am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 30 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 05, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 30 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 05, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 30 2026 at 12:00am
Sound Bath and Mini-Brain Lecture
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Dr. Erin Wilbanks shares neuroscience-based tools for peak performance and well-being.
Registration opens Thursday, October 8 2026 at 9:00am
PJ Storytime
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Online Adult English Classes
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59's flagship café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Kids D&D
Fri, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dive into a game of Dungeons & Dragons designed for kids! Grades 3-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 23 2026 at 9:00am
Teen D&D - Fall Campaign
Fri, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Teen Department
Sign up for a season-long D&D adventure across three sessions for the fall! Grades 7-12. Registration is required and is for all three dates.
This event is full
Game Night
Fri, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
After-hours board game fun!
Calligraphy Class
Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn Aviorte broad-edge script with Dexter Stone.
Registration opens Saturday, October 10 2026 at 10:00am
Young Artist Reception
Sun, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Honoring this month's featured artists
Baby Playdate
Mon, Nov 09, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
This event is full
Crafting Kindness
Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Story Lab - Books & More Books!
Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Retirement 101
Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Financial Advisor Berry Marshall will teach you what you need to do to prepare for retirement.
Together with Tots
Tue, Nov 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 4 2026 at 9:00am
Together with Tots
Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 4 2026 at 9:00am
LEGO Bricktionary
Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Test your building skills as you compete using LEGOs to build the prompt and have others guess your creation! Grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 27 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Looking at Tattoos in Early America
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Explore stories of tattooing in early America with Dr. Mairin Odle.
Live on the Plaza: Bryce Mullins
Tue, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Renowned fingerstyle guitarist returns to Hoover
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 12, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 12, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 12:00am
PJ Storytime
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Online Adult English Classes
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59's flagship café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Vintage Videos - The Caine Mutiny
Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1954, NR, 123  min.
Happy Birthday, Pooh Bear!
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Celebrate 100 years in the Hundred Acre Woods with games and crafts for the whole family.
Purl on the Plaza
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Fossil Treasures of Alabama - with Brenda Ladun
Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2026, NR, 26 min.
NovelTea Book Club - We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes
Sun, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Baby Playdate
Mon, Nov 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 10 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
This event is full
Story Lab - Boats Afloat
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Write Club
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Simple Silhouettes
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Create a custom silhouette portrait.
Registration opens Monday, October 19 2026 at 9:00am
Together with Tots
Tue, Nov 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, November 12 2026 at 9:00am
Together with Tots
Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, November 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sound Bath
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Experience a guided, live sound bath to help your brain and body release stress. Led by Sound Bath instructor Marcus Dunning. Grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Make, Take and Bake - Custom Cookies
Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Make a cookie dough base and add fun mix-ins to create unique cookie creations. Take your dough home, bake and enjoy! Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am
Story Sprouts
Wed, Nov 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Story Sprouts
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Well Made - Holiday Brick Books
Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Paint a brick to look like your favorite holiday book.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
Well Made - Holiday Brick Books
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Paint a brick to look like your favorite holiday book.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
Homeschool Hub - Story Hike
Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Inverness Nature Park and Trails
Join library storytellers for a short group hike hearing stories & making discoveries along the way. All ages welcome.
Registration opens Thursday, November 5 2026 at 9:00am
Well Made at Lee Branch - Holiday Brick Books
Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Paint a brick to look like your favorite holiday book.
Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 9:00am
Genealogy for You - Census and Sensibility
Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Broaden your skills for researching your family history.
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 13 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 19, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 13 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Nov 19, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 13 2026 at 12:00am
PJ Storytime
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Online Adult English Classes
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
JON McLAUGHLIN
Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59's flagship café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
JON McLAUGHLIN
Fri, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Story Hike - Outdoor Storytime on the Move
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Inverness Nature Park and Trails
Join library storytellers for a short group hike hearing stories & making discoveries along the way. All ages welcome.
Registration opens Saturday, November 7 2026 at 9:00am
Write Club Friendsgiving
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Break bread with the Write Club at our second annual Friendsgiving.
Brain Chats
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Pen & Paper RPG Society
Sun, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Plaza
Explore the world of role-playing games!
Tiny Rave
Mon, Nov 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A rave of tiny proportions, specifically designed for children 2 and younger. Sing and dance with your smallest in a gentle rave atmosphere. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, November 9 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Now Showing - Instant Family
Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2018, PG-13, 117 min.
Story Lab - Dinnertime!
Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Now Showing - Instant Family
Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2018, PG-13, 117 min.
Interactive Sing-Along
Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing, clap and dance along to an interactive showing of Aladdin. (1992, 90 min., G)
Gaming Club - Video Games and Board Games
Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Hang out and play games with friends. Grades 3-6
True Crime Book Club - The Girl in the Leaves by Robert Scott
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Family Dance-giving
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Shake your tail feathers and get your groove on with the whole family!
Saturday Storytime - Draw the Story (with Libby!)
Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Meet Libby the library dog, learn to draw her and add her to our story. Ages 3-10. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 14 2026 at 9:00am
Baby Playdate
Mon, Nov 30, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 24 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Story Lab - Aloha, Hawaii!
Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
The Monthly Assembly - with Red Mountain Regency Dance Society
Mon, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn English Country Dancing with other enthusiasts! Beginners welcome.
Story Sprouts
Wed, Dec 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Story Sprouts
Wed, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Read with Libby!
Thu, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Dec 03, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Dec 03, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 12:00am
PJ Storytime
Thu, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Online Adult English Classes
Thu, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59's flagship café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
THE SWINGLES
Sun, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
THE SWINGLES
Sun, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Baby Playdate
Mon, Dec 07, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 1 2026 at 9:00am
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Christmas gathering for Friends of Hoover Library members!
Mon, Dec 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Public Kitchen,Southern Voices Gallery
Holiday gathering for Friends members!
Story Sprouts
Wed, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Story Sprouts
Wed, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Read with Libby!
Thu, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, December 4 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Dec 10, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, December 4 2026 at 12:00am
Read with Libby!
Thu, Dec 10, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, December 4 2026 at 12:00am
PJ Storytime
Thu, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59's flagship café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Libby Meet & Greet
Mon, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
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