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Pizza with the Author: Derrick Barnes
Meet the award-winning author of Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut, I Am Every Good Thing, and more! • Activity and Pizza: 5 pm, Children's Programming Room • Author Talk: 5:30 pm, The Library Theatre
Meet the award-winning author of Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut, I Am Every Good Thing, and more! Join us for an activity and pizza at 5 pm in the Children's Programming Room and then hear the author speak in The Library Theatre at 5:30 pm.
Hoover Public Library
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Hoover Public Library
| Mon, May 11 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, May 12 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, May 13 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, May 14 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, May 15 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, May 16 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, May 17 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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200 Municipal Drive
Hoover, AL 35216
Hoover, AL 35216
Tel: 205-444-7800
About the branch
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.
Upcoming events
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Fri, May 15, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room
Find great deals on used books and media. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room
Find great deals on used books and media. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.
Sun, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults
Mon, May 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, May 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
Mon, May 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2025, PG-13, 122 minutes
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2025, PG-13, 122 minutes
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn to dance with other enthusiasts! Beginners welcome.
Mon, May 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Get an armchair traveler's view of Alabama's famous lilies.
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Play through a one-off Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Beat the summer heat with a fashionable handmade fan.
Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Broaden your skills for researching your family history.
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Beat the summer heat with a fashionable handmade fan.
This event is full
Fri, May 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Children's Department,Plaza,Teen Department,Theatre Level
Celebrate the start of summer with crafts, activities and treats for the whole family!
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1965, NR, 121 minutes
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Sat, May 30, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Start your summer with food, fun, and the chance to win a $100 Visa Gift Card! Adults only 18+
Sun, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Plaza Reading Room,Plaza
Explore the world of role-playing games!
Sun, May 31, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Compete against other teams to finish your puzzle the fastest!
This event is full
Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An interactive and educational dog show filled with fun and quirky tricks.
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An interactive and educational dog show filled with fun and quirky tricks.
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Find the resources you need to help as a caregiver or loved one.
Tue, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Play a role and investigate a murder. Rising grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 19 2026 at 5:30pm
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An interactive and educational dog show filled with fun and quirky tricks.
Wed, Jun 03, All day
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Art Gallery
Exhibition runs through June 30, 2026.
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An interactive and educational dog show filled with fun and quirky tricks.
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An interactive and educational dog show filled with fun and quirky tricks.
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, May 29 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, May 29 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Create a one-of-a-kind scrapbook for your summer memories.
Thu, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join the Science Lady for a prehistoric good time! Rising grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 21 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Create a one-of-a-kind scrapbook for your summer memories.
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join the Science Lady for a prehistoric good time! Rising grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 21 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Jun 05, 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!
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Play through a serialized one-shot Dungeons and Dragons adventure! Rising grades 7-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Friday, May 29 2026 at 3:00pm
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Make way for Polynesian fun and games in the Kid Zone. You're welcome! (all ages).
Sat, Jun 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn how to merge calligraphy and watercolor techniques!
This event is full
Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1999, PG-13, 124 min.
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Practice reading skills in small groups with teen volunteers. Rising 2nd-5th graders. Featuring special visits from Libby, the library dog. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 2 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:05pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1999, PG-13, 124 min.
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn to dance with other enthusiasts! Beginners welcome.
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
With magic, merry mayhem and life-size dinosaurs - the audience takes a trip through the Mesozoic era.
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
With magic, merry mayhem and life-size dinosaurs - the audience takes a trip through the Mesozoic era.
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Add some sparkle to a hair accessory or bring your own item to bedazzle! Rising grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 26 2026 at 5:30pm
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza,Plaza Patio
Make your own homemade salsa!
Tue, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
With magic, merry mayhem and life-size dinosaurs - the audience takes a trip through the Mesozoic era.
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
With magic, merry mayhem and life-size dinosaurs - the audience takes a trip through the Mesozoic era.
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
With magic, merry mayhem and life-size dinosaurs - the audience takes a trip through the Mesozoic era.
Thu, Jun 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 5 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 5 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Simple and straightforward answers from Karen Haiflich
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Design and build a prehistoric tableau. Rising grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 28 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Learn about the 60-foot prehistoric whale that once swam in the waters of our state.
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Design and build a prehistoric tableau. Rising grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 28 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Jun 12, 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!
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1938, NR, 96 minutes
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring favorite stories selected by our facility dog, Libby! Ages 3-8. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, May 29 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Shakespeare Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Plaza Reading Room
Celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day by learning to knit.
Registration opens Saturday, May 16 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day by learning to crochet.
Registration opens Saturday, May 16 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Find your next read among local authors!
Sun, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Honoring this month's featured artists
Sun, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Volunteer lawyers will answer your legal questions.
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Practice reading skills in small groups with teen volunteers. Rising 2nd-5th graders. Featuring special visits from Libby, the library dog. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 9 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An amazing and interactive performance of hand balancing, plate spinning, juggling and ribbon dancing!
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An amazing and interactive performance of hand balancing, plate spinning, juggling and ribbon dancing!
Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn basic skills or practice honing them to create a cosplay accessory, just in time for con season! Rising grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 2 2026 at 5:30pm
Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Hear about engineer and amateur paleontologist Jim Braswell's amazing discovery.
Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An amazing and interactive performance of hand balancing, plate spinning, juggling and ribbon dancing!
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An amazing and interactive performance of hand balancing, plate spinning, juggling and ribbon dancing!
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
An amazing and interactive performance of hand balancing, plate spinning, juggling and ribbon dancing!
Wed, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Boston-based musician performs Middle & Near Eastern Music.
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 12 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 12 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Hatch and raise your own dinosaur plush! Learn all about your new prehistoric friend and how to care for them. Rising grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, June 4 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Hatch and raise your own dinosaur plush! Learn all about your new prehistoric friend and how to care for them. Rising grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, June 4 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,The Library Theatre,Theatre Conference Room
In partnership with Hoover Ahead - More information coming soon!
Thu, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Sample African-American cuisine with Chef Timothy Powell and enjoy special presentations on the history of Juneteenth and current generations of Gee's Bend Quilters. Registration required, 18+
Registration opens Thursday, May 21 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Mon, Jun 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Practice reading skills in small groups with teen volunteers. Rising 2nd-5th graders. Featuring special visits from Libby, the library dog. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 16 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jun 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
A crash course in tending and caring for your own sourdough starter
Registration opens Tuesday, May 26 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing loud, jump high and DREAM BIG!
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing loud, jump high and DREAM BIG!
Tue, Jun 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Create a dragon eye pin or magnet out of polymer clay. Rising grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 9 2026 at 5:30pm
Tue, Jun 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing loud, jump high and DREAM BIG!
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing loud, jump high and DREAM BIG!
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing loud, jump high and DREAM BIG!
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 19 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 19 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Use archaeology skills to dig up ancient fun at the library. Rising grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, June 12 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Use archaeology skills to dig up ancient fun at the library. Rising grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, June 12 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Play for fun and for prizes!
Fri, Jun 26, 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 Saturday, June 20 2026 at 10:00am
Fri, Jun 26, 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!
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
This is the perfect time to... PARTY! Come celebrate with your favorite toy dinosaur and his pals! Crafts, games and fun for the whole family.
Sun, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Explore the world of role-playing games!
Sun, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,The Library Theatre
2020, PG-13, 160 min
Mon, Jun 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Celebrate American history with activities based on these favorite historical dolls.
Tue, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 02, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 26 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, June 26 2026 at 9:00am
Sun, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Mon, Jul 06, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Practice reading skills in small groups with teen volunteers. Rising 2nd-5th graders. Featuring special visits from Libby, the library dog. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn to dance with other enthusiasts! Beginners welcome.
Tue, Jul 07, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sleight of hand magic and comedy for kids.
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sleight of hand magic and comedy for kids.
Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Learn about the differences between Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia.
Tue, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Game on! Grab a controller and enjoy some snacks and your favorite Nintendo games. Rising grades 7-12. Registration required.
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sleight of hand magic and comedy for kids.
Wed, Jul 08, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sleight of hand magic and comedy for kids.
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sleight of hand magic and comedy for kids.
Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Bind your own book!
Registration opens Thursday, June 18 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Head over to the library to create your own delicious dino-mite bites! Rising grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, June 25 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Head over to the library to create your own delicious dino-mite bites! Rising grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, June 25 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Bind your own book!
Registration opens Thursday, June 18 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Jul 10, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Fri, Jul 10, 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!
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Part drawing lesson, part storytime; draw along with our storyteller as the story unfolds. Ages 5-10.
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Sat, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Registration opens Saturday, June 13 2026 at 9:00am
Sun, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Sun, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Honoring this month's featured artists
Sun, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Mon, Jul 13, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Mon, Jul 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Favorite stories get a dino twist during our summer storytime series designed for children under 5.
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Practice reading skills in small groups with teen volunteers. Rising 2nd-5th graders. Featuring special visits from Libby, the library dog. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 3:00pm
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Watch the PBS documentary with associate producer Jim Braswell!
Tue, Jul 14, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Tue, Jul 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Give a plain rubber ducky a fabulous costume! Rubber ducks will be posted on the library's Facebook page to receive votes for best costume. Rising grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 5:30pm
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Explore the bounty of Alabama's geology with authors Mark and Laura Steltenpohl.
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Wed, Jul 15, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Learn to play mahjong with a small group of players.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 17 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 16, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Music, movement and early literacy for children ages 18-36 months.
Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put your dino knowledge to the test for a chance to win some awesome prizes! Rising grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put your dino knowledge to the test for a chance to win some awesome prizes! Rising grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Learn to play mahjong with a small group of players.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 17 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Jul 17, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Fri, Jul 17, 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 Friday, July 10 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Jul 17, 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!
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1964, NR, 85 min.
Fri, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Play through a serialized one-shot Dungeons and Dragons adventure! Rising grades 7-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 3:00pm
Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Sun, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Exchange houseplants with others.
Mon, Jul 20, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1983, PG, 98 min.
Mon, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Practice reading skills in small groups with teen volunteers. Rising 2nd-5th graders. Featuring special visits from Libby, the library dog. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Monday, July 13 2026 at 3:00pm
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Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Create your own illuminated manuscript!
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1983, PG, 98 min.
Tue, Jul 21, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Celebrate this milestone with a party just for incoming kindergarteners and their caregivers!
Wed, Jul 22, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Wed, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Learn to play mahjong with a small group of players.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 17 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Jul 23, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Learn to play mahjong with a small group of players.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 17 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Jul 24, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Fri, Jul 24, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1975, PG, 91 min.
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Travel back to the Renaissance with games and crafts at the Library Renaissance Fair.
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Adult Program Room,Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,George P. Farmer Art Gallery,Nonfiction Area,Plaza,Southern Voices Gallery,Teen Department,The Library Theatre,Theatre Conference Room
Calling all knights, dragons and fandoms to come to the Hoover Public Library's SciFi/Fantasy Renaissance Festival!
Sun, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Explore the world of role-playing games!
Sun, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Mon, Jul 27, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Jul 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Anne Ledvina will teach you to write successful grants.
Tue, Jul 28, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Wed, Jul 29, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 30, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Thu, Jul 30, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department every day in July and test the trivia skills of the librarians for a chance to win a prize.
Sat, Aug 01, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Sat, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Explore online calligraphy lessons.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am
Sun, Aug 02, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Mon, Aug 03, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Shakespeare Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Swap your unwanted craft supplies for new-to-you crafting goodies!
Tue, Aug 04, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
(2020, 93 min., PG)
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Learn about the cost of caregiving and the benefits of early planning.
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
McWane Center's Jun Ebersole shares how Alabama is one of the top states in the US in terms of the diversity of our Ice Age record.
Wed, Aug 05, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Thu, Aug 06, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring favorite stories selected by our facility dog, Libby! Ages 3-8. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Aug 07, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Fri, Aug 07, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room
Find great deals on used books and media. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons and how to create your own unique character! Grades 3-6. Individual registration required.
Registration opens Friday, July 24 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Play through a serialized one-shot Dungeons and Dragons adventure! Rising grades 7-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 3:00pm
Sat, Aug 08, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room
Find great deals on used books and media. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted.
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Sun, Aug 09, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Sun, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Honoring this month's featured artists
Sun, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Mon, Aug 10, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1981, PG, 115 min.
Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1981, PG, 115 min.
Tue, Aug 11, All day
Children's Department
Celebrate the end of summer with crafts and other activities before school starts!
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Create unique magnets from recycled jar lids.
Registration opens Thursday, July 16 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Simple and straightforward answers from Karen Haiflich
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Create unique magnets from recycled jar lids.
Registration opens Thursday, July 16 2026 at 9:00am