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Death Cafe - Building a Healthy Relationship with Mortality

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join Bethany Adams, End of Life Doula & Advanced Care planner for a gentle conversation based gathering that helps explore death, dying and grief with more openness and less fear.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join Bethany Adams, End of Life Doula & Advanced Care planner for a gentle conversation based gathering that helps explore death, dying and grief with more openness and less fear.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Southside Center for the Arts
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for this fun dance class for adults! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our sessions are designed to bring joy, laughter, and learning to everyone.

Library Branch: Southside Center for the Arts
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for this fun dance class for adults! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our sessions are designed to bring joy, laughter, and learning to everyone.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Messy Story Time

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

This story time will include rhymes, a story, and a messy activity! Dress for mess-- and lots of fun! 

For kids 2-5, all are welcome

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

This story time will include rhymes, a story, and a messy activity! Dress for mess-- and lots of fun! 

For kids 2-5, all are welcome

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Drop in: Mini Make

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Want to try out the Makerspace but don’t know where to start? Drop in on Thursdays to create a mini creation. Each month will feature a different small project that should 10 – 15 minutes to complete and are limited to one per patron. 

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Want to try out the Makerspace but don’t know where to start? Drop in on Thursdays to create a mini creation. Each month will feature a different small project that should 10 – 15 minutes to complete and are limited to one per patron. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Jr. Robots

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us to learn the how to control Dot and Dash through code! This is an introductory program, no prior coding experience necessary! 

For students in grades 3-5

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us to learn the how to control Dot and Dash through code! This is an introductory program, no prior coding experience necessary! 

For students in grades 3-5

This event is in the "Teens" group

Robots

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens

Learn how to code with Dot & Dash!

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Learn how to code with Dot & Dash!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

All Day
Children's Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate Winnie the Pooh's birthday with a stuffed animal sleepover at the library. Drop off and say goodnight to your stuffed animal by 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Pick-up will be Saturday morning, and we will have a special story time at 10:00 a.m.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Celebrate Winnie the Pooh's birthday with a stuffed animal sleepover at the library. Drop off and say goodnight to your stuffed animal by 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Pick-up will be Saturday morning, and we will have a special story time at 10:00 a.m.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

Stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun activities designed to designed to develop language, literacy, and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy! 

For all ages.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun activities designed to designed to develop language, literacy, and social skills in an environment the whole family can enjoy! 

For all ages.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Cozy Family Board Game Night

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Escape the winter blues with a fun night of board games with friends and family. Hot cocoa, apple cider and sweet treats provided.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Escape the winter blues with a fun night of board games with friends and family. Hot cocoa, apple cider and sweet treats provided.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

Enjoy a special story time and hear about all the fun your favorite stuffie had at the Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Enjoy a special story time and hear about all the fun your favorite stuffie had at the Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Yoga Story Time

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

Join Ms. Addy for this physical program that combines stories and yoga poses to help children learn about their bodies, develop movement skills, and improve their balance and coordination.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join Ms. Addy for this physical program that combines stories and yoga poses to help children learn about their bodies, develop movement skills, and improve their balance and coordination.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Safety Class

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an all-in-one Makerspace information and safety class to start your creative journey with OPL!

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Join us for an all-in-one Makerspace information and safety class to start your creative journey with OPL!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Southside Center for the Arts
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for this fun dance class for adults! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our sessions are designed to bring joy, laughter, and learning to everyone.

Library Branch: Southside Center for the Arts
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for this fun dance class for adults! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our sessions are designed to bring joy, laughter, and learning to everyone.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Technology Basics Course

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room B at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a self-guided course that will help teach the basics of computer use, tablet use, cell phone use, and internet browsing.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join us for a self-guided course that will help teach the basics of computer use, tablet use, cell phone use, and internet browsing.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Movin' & Groovin' Story Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

This story time includes interactive songs and stories and lots of fun!

Recommended for ages 2-5, all ages welcome!

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

This story time includes interactive songs and stories and lots of fun!

Recommended for ages 2-5, all ages welcome!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Unwind with Watercolor

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Come relax as you make art! We'll be drawing freeform lines and simple shapes, and using watercolor to create abstract art. All supplies will be provided. 

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Come relax as you make art! We'll be drawing freeform lines and simple shapes, and using watercolor to create abstract art. All supplies will be provided. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Sleepy Story Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:15pm - 6:45pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a sensory friendly, calming way to end the day! Sleepy Story Time features songs and stories that will leave you relaxed and ready for slumber.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory friendly, calming way to end the day! Sleepy Story Time features songs and stories that will leave you relaxed and ready for slumber.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Energized Exercise

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

This class teaches how to blend flowing gentle movements and energizing exercise to awaken and revitalize your body. Participants cultivate balance, flexibility, and improved circulation through this hour long session.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This class teaches how to blend flowing gentle movements and energizing exercise to awaken and revitalize your body. Participants cultivate balance, flexibility, and improved circulation through this hour long session.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Make

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Anyone who has taken the appropriate safety classes can use Makerspace machines without appointment. Machines are first-come, first-served. 

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Anyone who has taken the appropriate safety classes can use Makerspace machines without appointment. Machines are first-come, first-served. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Baby & Me

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

Baby & Me is perfect for our littlest library patrons and their caregivers! This story time features short songs and a story, followed by unstructured play and discovery time! 

For pre-walkers, all are welcome

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Baby & Me is perfect for our littlest library patrons and their caregivers! This story time features short songs and a story, followed by unstructured play and discovery time! 

For pre-walkers, all are welcome

This event is in the "Kids" group

Cocoa and Crafts

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate National Hot Cocoa Day with OPL! Create your perfect cup of cocoa with toppings from our Hot Cocoa bar and then relax while creating a fun craft. 

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate National Hot Cocoa Day with OPL! Create your perfect cup of cocoa with toppings from our Hot Cocoa bar and then relax while creating a fun craft. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Cocoa and Crafts

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Celebrate National Hot Cocoa Day with OPL! Create your perfect cup of cocoa with toppings from our Hot Cocoa bar and then relax while creating a fun craft. 

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate National Hot Cocoa Day with OPL! Create your perfect cup of cocoa with toppings from our Hot Cocoa bar and then relax while creating a fun craft. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Southside Center for the Arts
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for this fun dance class for adults! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our sessions are designed to bring joy, laughter, and learning to everyone.

Library Branch: Southside Center for the Arts
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for this fun dance class for adults! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, our sessions are designed to bring joy, laughter, and learning to everyone.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Messy Story Time

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Kids

This story time will include rhymes, a story, and a messy activity! Dress for mess-- and lots of fun! 

For kids 2-5, all are welcome

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

This story time will include rhymes, a story, and a messy activity! Dress for mess-- and lots of fun! 

For kids 2-5, all are welcome