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B.F.F. Book Friends Forever
2023-06-05 10:30:00 2023-06-05 11:00:00 America/Chicago B.F.F. Book Friends Forever Summer storytime series designed for children under five. Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room

Monday, June 05
10:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-06-05 10:30:00 2023-06-05 11:00:00 America/Chicago B.F.F. Book Friends Forever Summer storytime series designed for children under five. Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room

Hoover Public Library

Youth Program Room

Summer storytime series designed for children under five.

June 5 = Barnyard Besties
June 12 = Bug Buddies
June 19 = NO STORYTIME (LIBRARY CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH)
June 26 = Forest Friends
July 3 = Pond Pals
July 10 = Scaly Frenemies
July 17 = Zoo Crew

AGE GROUP: | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | Play | Listen | Learn |

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Hoover Public Library
hvcontact@hooverlibrary.org
Phone: 205-444-7800
Branch manager
Amanda Borden
Hours

Hoover Public Library

Mon, Jun 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 09 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 11 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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

Friends of the Library Sidewalk Sale
Tue, Jun 06, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
The Friends of the Hoover Library invite you to their summer sidewalk sale!
Basic Word (2 Parts)
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 is now closed
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Tue, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Tue, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Tue, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
Friends of the Library Sidewalk Sale
Wed, Jun 07, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
The Friends of the Hoover Library invite you to their summer sidewalk sale!
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Wed, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Wed, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
Live on the Plaza: AOA Trio
Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Acoustic trio performing Celtic and world music
Summer Spanish Practice Group
Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Join us for extra Spanish practice during the summer!
Friends of the Library Sidewalk Sale
Thu, Jun 08, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
The Friends of the Hoover Library invite you to their summer sidewalk sale!
Basic Word (2 Parts)
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 is now closed
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
A, B, C and Ds of Medicare
Thu, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Introduction to Medicare
True Stories Book Club - Leave Only Footprints by Conor Knighton
Thu, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Join us as we discuss nonfiction titles.
Lucky Diaz - Award-winning indie pop-rock for families
Thu, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Irresistible fresh pop tunes from Latin Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated music & author powerhouse.
Crafternoon
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.
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Vintage Videos - 12 Angry Men (1957)
Fri, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
The jury in a New York City murder trial is frustrated by a single member whose skeptical caution forces them to more carefully consider the evidence before jumping to a hasty verdict.
Insatiable Readers Book Club - Just One Thing (Microhistories)
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
World Wide Knit in Public Day: Free Basic Knitting Lessons
Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Reading Room
Learn basic knitting skills.
World Wide Knit in Public Day: Free Basic Crochet Lessons
Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn the basics of crochet in a one-on-one setting.
This event is full
World Wide Knit in Public Day
Sat, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Better living through stitching together!
NovelTea Book Club - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Sun, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald, Shakespeare & Theatre Conference Rooms
Sunday afternoon book discussion group for adults.
Young Artist Reception
Sun, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A reception honoring this month's featured young artists.
Storytime: B.F.F. Book Friends Forever!
Mon, Jun 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
B.F.F. Book Friends Forever
Mon, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
Helping Hands
Mon, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Roll newspapers for a local humane society
Perler Bead Art
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.
This event is full
Perler Bead Art!
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.
Basic Excel (2 Parts)
Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Tue, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
Community Art Supply Swap & Crafting Event
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.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Tue, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
International Snack Taste Test
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.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
Basic Excel (2 Parts)
Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
Atlantic Coast Theatre Presents "Rumpelstiltskin"
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A hilarious and interactive adaptation of the fairytale classic about the magical little man who can spin straw into gold.
Open Gaming
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.
Lee Branch Book Club - A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
Thu, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
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Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Hoover-AHEAD's Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library
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Write Club Presents: Bobby Mathews
Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Join us for a presentation by local author Bobby Mathews
Film Club: Slavery by Another Name
Sun, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of documentary films
Friends of the Library Sidewalk Sale
Tue, Jun 20, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
The Friends of the Hoover Library invite you to their summer sidewalk sale!
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Canva: The Basics! - Introduction to Canva
Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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An Introduction to Canva, the Free Online Design Tool
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Tue, Jun 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Tue, Jun 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
Live on the Plaza: Ahleuchatistas
Tue, Jun 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Instrumental prog-punk trio makes their Hoover debut
Friends of the Library Sidewalk Sale
Wed, Jun 21, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
The Friends of the Hoover Library invite you to their summer sidewalk sale!
Wood Painting
Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Paint on fun wooden shapes!
This event is full
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
Wood Painting
Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Paint on fun wooden shapes!
This event is full
Friends of the Library Sidewalk Sale
Thu, Jun 22, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
The Friends of the Hoover Library invite you to their summer sidewalk sale!
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
4th of July Door Hanger at Lee Branch
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Make a wreath just in time for the holiday!
Registration opens Thursday, June 8 2023 at 9:00am
BubbleMania - Comedy with a Drip!
Thu, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
High energy comedy and unbelievable bubbles!
Crafternoon
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.
Trivia Night
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!
Baby Playdate
Fri, Jun 23, 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 Saturday, June 17 2023 at 10:00am
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Self-Defense for All
Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn how to defend yourself from an attacker.
This event is full
Pen & Paper RPG Society
Sun, Jun 25, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Come in for an afternoon of fun as we explore this awesome gaming genre!
Storytime: B.F.F. Book Friends Forever!
Mon, Jun 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
B.F.F. Book Friends Forever
Mon, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
Now Showing - Fatherhood (2021)
Mon, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre,Public Kitchen
Free monthly screenings of popular films.
Furry Friends - Stuffed Animal Adoption
Mon, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Adopt a stuffed pup and learn about the care and keeping of your pet. Grades 1-3. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 19 2023 at 9:00am
Furry Friends - Stuffed Animal Adoption
Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Adopt a stuffed pup and learn about the care and keeping of your pet. Grades 1-3. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 19 2023 at 9:00am
Now Showing - Fatherhood (2021)
Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre,Public Kitchen
Free monthly screenings of popular films.
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Tue, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
True Crime Book Club - Hell's Princess by Harold Schechter
Tue, Jun 27, 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!
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Tue, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Giant Game Night
Tue, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Play giant versions of your favorite games! Grades 7-12. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 20 2023 at 9:00am
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Wed, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Thu, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets - "Animalia"
Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
Explore the magical world of animals with amazing realistic puppets.
Open Gaming
Thu, Jun 29, 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.
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
PowerPoint: Crash Course!
Sat, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Crash course in the fundamentals of Microsoft PowerPoint, a multimedia presentation application.
Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Storytime: B.F.F. Book Friends Forever!
Mon, Jul 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
B.F.F. Book Friends Forever
Mon, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
International Tour de Food
Mon, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Explore and experience foods around the world through taste tests, trivia and crafts. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am
International Tour de Food
Mon, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Explore and experience foods around the world through taste tests, trivia and crafts. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile - Family Movie
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Enjoy a film based on the children's book about a crocodile that lives in New York City. Refreshments served. Rated PG.
Douglas Degges - Visual Art Exhibition
Thu, Jul 06, All day
Hoover Public Library - Friends Gallery
July 6 - August 31, 2023
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 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.
Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Beyond Words Book Club - Sugar and Salt by Susan Wiggs
Thu, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Public Lounge/Book Nook,Zoom Room 2
Delve deeper into your love of literature by sharing it with others.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 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.
Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
The Bad Guys - Family Movie
Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Enjoy a film based on the popular children's books about notorious animal criminals changing their ways. Refreshments served. Rated PG.
Crafternoon
Thu, Jul 06, 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.
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Vintage Videos - An American in Paris (1951)
Fri, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Three friends struggle to find work in Paris. Things become more complicated when two of them fall in love with the same woman.
Day of Play
Sat, Jul 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Participate in imaginative play inspired by community helpers.
Insatiable Readers Book Club - All Together Now
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Purl on the Plaza
Sat, Jul 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!
Houseplant Swap
Sun, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Exchange houseplants with others
NovelTea Book Club - Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism By Amanda Montell
Sun, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Sunday afternoon book discussion group for adults.
Storytime: B.F.F. Book Friends Forever!
Mon, Jul 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
B.F.F. Book Friends Forever
Mon, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
Helping Hands
Mon, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Roll newspapers for a local humane society
Art, Mind & Soul
Mon, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Children will learn to express their emotions through art and other methods of mindfulness. Grades 1-3. Registration Required
Registration opens Friday, June 30 2023 at 9:00am
Art, Mind & Soul
Mon, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Children will learn to express their emotions through art and other methods of mindfulness. Grades 1-3. Registration Required
Registration opens Friday, June 30 2023 at 9:00am
Basic Word (2 Parts)
Tue, Jul 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, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Tue, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Tue, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Tue, Jul 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
Glow Art: Disco Edition
Tue, Jul 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Make a 2D black light disco ball craft! Grades 7-12. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, July 3 2023 at 9:00am
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Wed, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Wed, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
Excel: Crash Course!
Wed, Jul 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Brief introduction to Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Well-Made Workshop - Healthy Eating on a Budget & Food as Medicine
Wed, Jul 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Herbalist Cameron Strouss of Deep Roots School of Foraging and Herbal Medicine will share ways to eat healthy foods on a budget and how you can use food as medicine.
Basic Word (2 Parts)
Thu, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Book Page Jewelry at Lee Branch
Thu, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Make rings and necklaces using pages from old books.
Registration opens Thursday, June 29 2023 at 9:00am
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Thu, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
True Stories Book Club - The Dressmakers of Auschwitz by Lucy Adlington
Thu, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Join us as we discuss nonfiction titles.
The Secret Agency - Grammy-Winning Hip-Hop with a Solid Gold Soul
Thu, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
An interactive and inspiring hip-hop experience for families everywhere.
Open Gaming
Thu, Jul 13, 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.
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Game Night
Fri, Jul 14, 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!
Write Club
Sat, Jul 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Shakespeare Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Film Club: The Dawn Wall
Sun, Jul 16, 1:30pm - 3:15pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Free monthly screenings of documentary films
Young Artist Reception
Sun, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A reception honoring this month's featured young artists.
Top Shelf: Between the Wines
Sun, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing,Public Kitchen
Learn more about wine during our fun tasting event.
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Storytime: B.F.F. Book Friends Forever!
Mon, Jul 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
B.F.F. Book Friends Forever
Mon, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Summer storytime series designed for children under five.
Now Showing - Top Gun: Maverick (2022)
Mon, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:10pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre,Public Kitchen
Free monthly screenings of popular films.
Retro Gaming
Mon, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join us for old-school games and fun fit for family and friends. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, July 10 2023 at 9:00am
Retro Gaming
Mon, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join us for old-school games and fun fit for family and friends. Grades 4-6. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, July 10 2023 at 9:00am
Now Showing - Top Gun: Maverick (2022)
Mon, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 8:10pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre,Public Kitchen
Free monthly screenings of popular films.
Basic Excel (2 Parts)
Tue, Jul 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, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Tue, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
New venue Hoover Public Library - Public Kitchen,Shakespeare Room,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room,The Library Theatre
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Tue, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New venue Hoover Public Library - Public Kitchen,Friends Gallery,Shakespeare Room,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room,The Library Theatre
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Saving the Dark: Astronomy for All
Tue, Jul 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Find out more about light pollution and how to champion dark skies.
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Tue, Jul 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New venue Hoover Public Library - Friends Gallery,Public Kitchen,Shakespeare Room,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room,The Library Theatre
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Game Show Extravaganza
Tue, Jul 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Eat pizza and compete in game show inspired events. Grades 7-12. Individual Registration Required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 18 2023 at 9:00am
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Wed, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Wed, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Basic Excel (2 Parts)
Thu, Jul 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Thu, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Beatin' Path Rhythm Events - 1, 2, Let's All Jam!
Thu, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
A family-fun celebration of rhythm, story & song with percussionist Dave Holland.
Lee Branch Book Club - The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones
Thu, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Meet your favorite librarians for a coffee and book discussion.
King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Bootlegger Night
Thu, Jul 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre,Public Kitchen
See a KGLW concert on the big screen!
Baby Playdate
Fri, Jul 21, 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 Saturday, July 15 2023 at 10:00am
Storytime at Lee Branch
Fri, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Middle School Kickoff! - Get ready for Middle School
Mon, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
New middle school students celebrate their next big adventure with games and a frozen treat among friends. Incoming 6th graders.
Intermediate Excel (2 Parts)
Tue, Jul 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, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Kick Off Kindergarten
Tue, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Celebrate this milestone with a party just for Kindergarteners and their caregivers!
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Tue, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn about the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, stages, risk factors and more.
True Crime Book Club - Without Conscience by Robert D. Hare
Tue, Jul 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!
Sticker Maker Craft
Wed, Jul 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Design and decorate 3/4-inch circle stickers!
Intermediate Excel (2 Parts)
Thu, Jul 27, 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, June 16 2023 at 2:00pm
Get Organized! at Lee Branch
Thu, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:45am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Learn organizational techniques from Kim McBrayer, Professional Organizer and Owner/CEO of Space Cadets!
Registration opens Thursday, July 13 2023 at 9:00am
Canceled
Live on the Plaza: Liz & the Grand Tour
Thu, Jul 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library
Band plays over 70 years of country hits!
Into the Library-Verse
Sat, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Celebrate the new Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse movie with crafts, activities and games for the whole family
Pen & Paper RPG Society
Sun, Jul 30, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Come in for an afternoon of fun as we explore this awesome gaming genre!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Aug 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library
This is a one hour open lab where patrons can ask questions about computers and related technology issues.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
Beyond Words Book Club - Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Thu, Aug 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Public Lounge/Book Nook,Zoom Room 2
Delve deeper into your love of literature by sharing it with others.
Learn Calligraphy: Drawing from the Heart
Sat, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn to embellish calligraphy borders.
Football Family Fun
Sat, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Games, knowledge and fun activities for everyone from the newly interested to the most seasoned fanatic!
Mikayla Hammock - Visual Art Exhibition
Mon, Aug 07, All day
Hoover Public Library - George P. Farmer Art Gallery
August 7 - November 30, 2023
The Enneagram: More Than Personality Typing
Mon, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Three weekly sessions exploring this ancient tool for self-discovery.
Registration opens Monday, July 3 2023 at 9:00am
Survival Sewing: Hemming Pants
Mon, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
If your pants are too long, Lea and Madalyn have some hemming shortcuts for you!
Registration opens Saturday, July 1 2023 at 10:00am
Live on the Plaza: CashBack: A Johnny Cash Tribute
Wed, Aug 09, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Johnny Cash tribute band makes their library debut
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Aug 10, 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, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Aug 10, 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, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
A, B, C and Ds of Medicare - Introduction to Medicare
Thu, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Nonfiction Area
Straightforward answers from Karen Haiflich.
True Stories Book Club - Solito by Javier Zamora
Thu, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Join us as we discuss nonfiction titles.
Insatiable Readers Book Club - The Reading Life
Sat, Aug 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Purl on the Plaza
Sat, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Join old friends and make new ones at this crafty meeting of all fiber enthusiasts!
NovelTea Book Club - The Girls with No Names by Serena Burdick
Sun, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Allen Board Room
Sunday afternoon book discussion group for adults.
Young Artist Reception
Sun, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
A reception honoring this month's featured young artists from Shades Mountain Elementary and Hoover Private Schools.
Helping Hands
Mon, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Roll newspapers for a local humane society
The Enneagram: More Than Personality Typing
Mon, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Three weekly sessions exploring this ancient tool for self-discovery.
Registration opens Monday, July 3 2023 at 9:00am
Basic Word (2 Parts)
Tue, Aug 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
How to Tell a Story: A Moth-Inspired Workshop
Tue, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
If you've ever listened to The Moth StorySlam on National Public Radio and wanted to learn how to craft your own story, this workshop is for you!
Registration opens Saturday, July 15 2023 at 10:00am
Basic Word (2 Parts)
Thu, Aug 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
Online Adult ESL Classes - Level 2
Thu, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Intermediate-Advanced level English classes for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1 2023 at 10:00am
Lee Branch Book Club - The Menendez Murders by Robert Rand
Thu, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Meet your favorite librarians for a coffee and book discussion.
Online Adult ESL Classes - Level 1
Thu, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1 2023 at 10:00am
Write Club
Sat, Aug 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Public Lounge/Book Nook
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Canva: The Basics! - Introduction to Canva
Sat, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
An Introduction to Canva, the Free Online Design Tool
The Enneagram: More Than Personality Typing
Mon, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Three weekly sessions exploring this ancient tool for self-discovery.
Registration opens Monday, July 3 2023 at 9:00am
Basic Excel (2 Parts)
Tue, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
Understanding and Responding to Dementia Behaviors
Tue, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn about some of the common triggers for behaviors associated with dementia.
Canceled
Basic Word (2 Parts)
Wed, Aug 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Basic Excel (2 Parts)
Thu, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Class introduces users to the basics of Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet application.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
Online Adult ESL Classes - Level 2
Thu, Aug 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Intermediate-Advanced level English classes for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1 2023 at 10:00am
Crate Crafts at Lee Branch
Thu, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:45am
East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Make a fun decorative piece for your counter.
Registration opens Thursday, August 10 2023 at 9:00am
Online Adult ESL Classes - Level 1
Thu, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1 2023 at 10:00am
Trivia Night
Thu, Aug 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza Wing
Come to Trivia Night for competitive chill, fantastically bad puns, music, questions, and hopefully... answers!
Pen & Paper RPG Society
Sun, Aug 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Come in for an afternoon of fun as we explore this awesome gaming genre!
Friends of the Hoover Public Library Board Meeting
Mon, Aug 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Friends of the Hoover Public Library Board Meeting
PowerPoint: Crash Course!
Tue, Aug 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Training Center
Crash course in the fundamentals of Microsoft PowerPoint, a multimedia presentation application.
Registration opens Friday, July 21 2023 at 2:00pm
True Crime Book Club - The Menendez Murders by Robert Rand
Tue, Aug 29, 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!
Canceled
Basic Word (2 Parts)
Wed, Aug 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing application.
Online Adult ESL Classes - Level 2
Thu, Aug 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Intermediate-Advanced level English classes for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1 2023 at 10:00am
Online Adult ESL Classes - Level 1
Thu, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Zoom Room 3
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 1 2023 at 10:00am
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