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Celebrate National Library Week

2023-04-25 00:00:00 2023-04-25 23:59:00 America/Chicago Celebrate National Library Week Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last. Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area

Tuesday, April 25
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-04-25 00:00:00 2023-04-25 23:59:00 America/Chicago Celebrate National Library Week Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last. Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area

Hoover Public Library

Nonfiction Area

Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Celebrate National Library Week!

Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

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Hoover Public Library

hvcontact@hooverlibrary.org
Phone: 205-444-7800
Branch manager
Amanda Borden

Hours

Hoover Public Library

Mon, Mar 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 26 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Address
200 Municipal Drive
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

Sun, Mar 26, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Come in for an afternoon of fun as we explore this awesome gaming genre!

Mon, Mar 27, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open ended play. Ages 0-18 Months. Registration required.

Mon, Mar 27, 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.

Tue, Mar 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!

Tue, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class covers useful features of Microsoft Word and Excel, with a focus on business-related applications.
This event is full

Tue, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!

Tue, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A drop-in program with crafty projects for elementary-aged kids.

Tue, Mar 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

Tue, Mar 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Allen Board Room,Zoom Room 3
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!

Tue, Mar 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Children's Patio
Tie Dye a pair of socks or a hat! All supplies will be provided. Grades 7-12. Registration Required.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Aldridge Gardens - Pavillion
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Mar 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Open computer lab time gives speakers of other languages an opportunity to access the library's online ESL resources.

Thu, Mar 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Intermediate to Advanced level English classes for adults
This event is full

Thu, Mar 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Join Ron Anglin for hilarious mesmerizing fun for the whole family.

Thu, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Join Ron Anglin for hilarious mesmerizing fun for the whole family.

Thu, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Beginner level English classes for adults
This event is full

Thu, Mar 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Wear you pajamas for stories, songs and fun. All ages.

Fri, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Draw along with Mr. Justin in this storytime where drawing is a part of every story. Grades K-5. Individual Registration Required.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Drop in for some gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Grades 7-12.

Sat, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Presented by the Birmingham Calligraphy Guild
Registration is now closed

Sun, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza,Public Kitchen
Forty years ago, a group formed with the goal of establishing a library. Their hard work and advocacy supports the Hoover Library to this day. Join us to celebrate! Join or renew your membership!

Mon, Apr 03, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open ended play. Ages 0-18 Months. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 28 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 03, 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.

Tue, Apr 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, March 29 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, March 29 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Make a neon masterpiece in our black light art studio! For kids in the third grade. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 28 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Practice your French and celebrate the culture!

Wed, Apr 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Open computer lab time gives speakers of other languages an opportunity to access the library's online ESL resources.

Wed, Apr 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Beginner-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.

Wed, Apr 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
English fingerstyle guitarist returns to The Plaza

Wed, Apr 05, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Advanced-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages
This event is full

Canceled
Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library
Intermediate to Advanced level English classes for adults

Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room,Zoom Room 2
Delve deeper into your love of literature by sharing it with others.

Thu, Apr 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Use your engineering brain to construct a way to prevent your egg from breaking when it is dropped. Grades K-8. Registration required. Please register each child individually.
Registration opens Thursday, March 30 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Meeting Room
Make a scene using Easter's favorite sugary confection. Supplies provided.

Thu, Apr 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
This event is full

Canceled
Thu, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Beginner level English classes for adults

Thu, Apr 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Wear your pajamas for stories, songs and fun. All ages.

Sat, Apr 08, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.

Sat, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Join old friends and make new ones at this crafty meeting of all fiber enthusiasts!

Sat, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class covers useful features of Microsoft Word and Excel, with a focus on business-related applications.

Mon, Apr 10, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open ended play. Ages 0-18 Months. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 4 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Roll newspapers for a local humane society

Mon, Apr 10, 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.

Tue, Apr 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 5 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.

Tue, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 5 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Design garden-inspired cupcakes. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 28 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Public Lounge/Book Nook
Practice your Spanish and celebrate the culture!

Wed, Apr 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Open computer lab time gives speakers of other languages an opportunity to access the library's online ESL resources.

Wed, Apr 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Beginner-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.

Wed, Apr 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn how to hand spin yarn from wool fiber.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 12, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Advanced-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages
This event is full

Canceled
Thu, Apr 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library
Intermediate to Advanced level English classes for adults

Thu, Apr 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.

Thu, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Shakespeare Room
Get simple and straightforward answers at this workshop with Karen Haiflich. 205-444-7840

Thu, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Join us as we discuss nonfiction titles.

Canceled
Thu, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Beginner level English classes for adults

Thu, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Wear your pajamas for stories, songs and fun. All ages.

Fri, Apr 14, 9:00am - 1:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Presented in conjunction with Samford University.

Fri, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn about the infamous voyage of the RMS Titanic. Join us for hands-on activities and experience the night to remember. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, April 3 2023 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Apr 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Brahms’ 4th symphony is a tragically beautiful and melancholy work.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Brahms’ 4th symphony is a tragically beautiful and melancholy work.
This event is full

Sat, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Shakespeare Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.

Sat, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join us for songs, stories and more!

Sat, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Brahms’ 4th symphony is a tragically beautiful and melancholy work.
This event is full

Sun, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 3:15pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of documentary films

Sun, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Zoom Room 2
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.

Sun, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A reception honoring this month's featured young artists.

Mon, Apr 17, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open ended play. Ages 0-18 Months. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 11 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of popular films.

Mon, Apr 17, 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.

Mon, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of popular films.

Mon, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Enjoy s'mores and stories around the campfire!

Tue, Apr 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 12 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.

Tue, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 12 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
No green thumb? No problem! Build a mini terrarium and watch your little world grow!
Registration opens Tuesday, April 4 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Bring your love of poetry to the Plaza Stage

Wed, Apr 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Open computer lab time gives speakers of other languages an opportunity to access the library's online ESL resources.

Wed, Apr 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Beginner-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages.

Wed, Apr 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Online Program
Tune in for a conversation about cryptids!

Wed, Apr 19, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Advanced-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages.

Thu, Apr 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Intermediate to Advanced level English classes for adults
This event is full

Thu, Apr 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.

Thu, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Beginner level English classes for adults
This event is full

Thu, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Meet your favorite librarians for a coffee and book discussion.

Thu, Apr 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Wear your pajamas for stories, songs and fun. All ages.

Thu, Apr 20, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Immersive Flamenco Experience

Fri, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join Ms. Anna Beth for a morning of movement and music infused with school readiness skills for preschoolers.
Registration opens Friday, April 14 2023 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 21, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Immersive Flamenco Experience

Sat, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Ready! Set! Go! Games and crafts with Mario and friends!

Sat, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
East 59 at Lee Branch - Parking Lot
The Birmingham Bike Club teaches you how to change a flat tire and fix a broken chain on your bicycle.
Registration opens Friday, April 7 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 24, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Mon, Apr 24, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open ended play. Ages 0-18 Months. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 18 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 24, 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.

Tue, Apr 25, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Tue, Apr 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 19 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to more advanced features of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application.

Tue, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 19 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Create your favorite graphic novels! Grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 11 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss.

Tue, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Allen Board Room,Zoom Room 3
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!

Tue, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Create a Sustainable Craft! Grades 7-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 11 2023 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 26, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Wed, Apr 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime!

Wed, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Open computer lab time gives speakers of other languages an opportunity to access the library's online ESL resources.

Wed, Apr 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Beginner-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 26, 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Advanced-level ESL instruction for adult speakers of other native languages
This event is full

Thu, Apr 27, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Thu, Apr 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Intermediate to Advanced level English classes for adults
This event is full

Thu, Apr 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to more advanced features of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application.

Thu, Apr 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Design and build your own landscape in a glass container. Supplies provided.
Registration opens Saturday, April 1 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Wild Roast Cafe
Adults who love kid lit can meet Katie Jane at Wild Roast Cafe for a tasty treat and delicious book talks.

Thu, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Beginner level English classes for adults
This event is full

Thu, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Wear your pajamas for stories, songs and fun. All ages.

Thu, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Compete in our trivia night for great prizes. Play with a team or solo!

Fri, Apr 28, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Fri, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
The arrival of wealthy bachelors in town causes an uproar when families with single daughters aggressively seek engagements, including the Bennet family, with five eligible daughters.

Sat, Apr 29, All day
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Stop by the Nonfiction Department and pick up a goodie bag while supplies last.

Sun, Apr 30, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Come in for an afternoon of fun as we explore this awesome gaming genre!

Mon, May 01, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
We are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair at the library! The whole family is invited to choose from a variety of materials for purchase. Purchases will help us earn books to benefit Little Free Libraries

Tue, May 02, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
We are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair at the library! The whole family is invited to choose from a variety of materials for purchase. Purchases will help us earn books to benefit Little Free Libraries

Tue, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, May 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Practice your French and celebrate the culture!

Wed, May 03, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
We are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair at the library! The whole family is invited to choose from a variety of materials for purchase. Purchases will help us earn books to benefit Little Free Libraries

Thu, May 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room,Zoom Room 2
Delve deeper into your love of literature by sharing it with others.

Thu, May 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Sat, May 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Presented by the Birmingham Calligraphy Guild
Registration opens Monday, April 3 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
A variety of student string ensembles play classical music

Sat, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class covers useful features of Microsoft Word and Excel, with a focus on business-related applications.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Sun, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Performance at 2 pm. Light refreshments at 1 pm.   Reserved seat tickets are $25 and are on sale NOW!

Sun, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A reception honoring this month's featured young artists.

Mon, May 08, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Roll newspapers for a local humane society

Tue, May 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, May 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Public Lounge/Book Nook
Practice your Spanish and celebrate the culture!

Wed, May 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Crash course in the fundamentals of Microsoft PowerPoint, a multimedia presentation application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Wed, May 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn how to hand-tie paracord to create a flower bracelet.
Registration opens Thursday, April 13 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, May 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Meeting Room
Learn how to hand-tie paracord to create a flower bracelet.
Registration opens Thursday, March 30 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Join us as we discuss nonfiction titles.

Thu, May 11, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing,Plaza Reading Room
Join us for a celebration of the Legend of Zelda video game series the night before Tears of the Kingdom releases!

Fri, May 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Carlos Izcaray conducts the 22/23 Coffee season finale featuring Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony - an urgent, charged, and at times violent battle with fate.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 9:00am

Fri, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
On a train trip West to become a mail-order bride, Susan Bradley (Judy Garland) meets a cheery crew of young women travelling out to open a "Harvey House" restaurant at a remote whistle-stop.

Fri, May 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Relax during a time of puzzling and other chill activities. Grades 7-12.

Fri, May 12, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony is an urgent, charged, and at times violent battle with fate.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, May 13, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.

Sat, May 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Join old friends and make new ones at this crafty meeting of all fiber enthusiasts!

Sat, May 13, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony is an urgent, charged, and at times violent battle with fate.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 9:00am

Sun, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Exchange houseplants with others.

Mon, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of popular films.

Mon, May 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of popular films.

Tue, May 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, May 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
Learn to master the skill of nature journaling in a beautiful, outdoor environment.
Registration opens Sunday, April 16 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, May 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Meet your favorite librarians for a coffee and book discussion.

Fri, May 19, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Heed the call of the tabletop and come out to the library for a night of board game fun!

Sat, May 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Public Lounge/Book Nook
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.

Sat, May 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Chase Lake Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing at Chase Lake.
Registration opens Thursday, April 20 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, May 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Create artwork and jewelry with puzzle pieces, relax with coloring pages, and put together fun puzzles.

Sun, May 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of documentary films.

Sun, May 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Public Kitchen
This template is used for reserving the public kitchen on the Theatre Level when you are preparing/providing refreshments for a program.

Sun, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Zoom Room 2
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Registration opens Sunday, April 16 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to more advanced features of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, May 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future medical care and living costs and the benefits of early planning.

Thu, May 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to more advanced features of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Fri, May 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level,Children's Department,Plaza Wing
Summer Reading fun throughout the library with games, crafts, snacks, music and more! Mini Concerts with Special guest Roger Day every 30 minutes.

Sun, May 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Come in for an afternoon of fun as we explore this awesome gaming genre!

Tue, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Crash course in the fundamentals of Microsoft PowerPoint, a multimedia presentation application.
Registration opens Friday, April 21 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, May 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Allen Board Room,Zoom Room 3
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!

Thu, Jun 01, All day
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room,Zoom Room 2
Delve deeper into your love of literature by sharing it with others.

Thu, Jun 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Use your sleuthing skills and solve a mystery to kick-off summer reading. Grades 7-12. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 25 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Brief introduction to Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Mon, Jun 05, All day
Hoover Public Library - Friends Gallery
June 5 - July 31, 2023

Mon, Jun 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.

Mon, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.

Mon, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Create a self-portrait inspired by author and artist Todd Parr. Grades 1-3. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, May 29 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Create a self-portrait inspired by author and artist Todd Parr. Grades 1-3. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, May 29 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Acoustic trio performing Celtic and world music

Thu, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Introduction to Medicare

Thu, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Join us as we discuss nonfiction titles.

Thu, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Hang out in the teen department and craft! Use provided materials or bring your own project. Grades 7-12.

Fri, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!

Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.

Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Reading Room
Learn basic knitting skills.
Registration opens Saturday, April 1 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn the basics of crochet in a one-on-one setting.
Registration opens Saturday, April 1 2023 at 9:00am

Sat, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Better living through stitching together!

Sun, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald, Shakespeare & Theatre Conference Rooms
Sunday afternoon book discussion group for adults.

Sun, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A reception honoring this month's featured young artists.

Mon, Jun 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.

Mon, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.

Mon, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Roll newspapers for a local humane society

Mon, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Make art with Perler beads. Use pre-made designs or get creative and design your own. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 5 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Make art with Perler beads. Use pre-made designs or get creative and design your own. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 5 2023 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Bring and trade your unneeded and unwanted craft items and make something to take home.

Tue, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Taste unique snack foods from around the world. Grades 7-12. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 6 2023 at 9:00am

Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Hang out in the teen department and play board games or the Nintendo Switch! Grades 7-12.

Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Meet your favorite librarians for a coffee and book discussion.

Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!

Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library
Hoover Public Library is partnering with Hoover-AHEAD to help our city celebrate freedom and commemorate Juneteenth with a variety of family-friendly activities.

Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Join us for a presentation by local author Bobby Matthews

Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
An Introduction to Canva, the Free Online Design Tool
Registration opens Friday, May 19 2023 at 2:00pm

Tue, Jun 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.

Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Paint on fun wooden shapes!

Thu, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Hang out in the teen department and craft! Use provided materials or bring your own project. Grades 7-12.

Thu, Jun 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Come to Trivia Night for competitive chill, fantastically bad puns, music, questions, and hopefully... answers!

Fri, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!

Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn how to defend yourself from an attacker.