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Dancercise

Tuesday, May 12, 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

Movin' & Groovin' Story Time

Tuesday, May 12, 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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Cricut Class

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The Opelika Public Library has a variety of Cricut machines avaialable for use in our makerspace. In class you will learn about the types of machines we offer and how to get started with Cricut's Design Space. 

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

The Opelika Public Library has a variety of Cricut machines avaialable for use in our makerspace. In class you will learn about the types of machines we offer and how to get started with Cricut's Design Space. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Tween Tuesday

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for a fun afternoon just for you! Bring a friend for crafts, games, and snacks.

Tween Tuesdays is only for students in 4th and 5th grade.

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

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for a fun afternoon just for you! Bring a friend for crafts, games, and snacks.

Tween Tuesdays is only for students in 4th and 5th grade.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Sleepy Story Time

Tuesday, May 12, 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.

Prostate Cancer Support Group

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Join other men navigating prostate cancer. This support group offers a safe space to connect, share experiences, learn about treatment and side-effect management, and build hope to...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Join other men navigating prostate cancer. This support group offers a safe space to connect, share experiences, learn about treatment and side-effect management, and build hope together. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Energized Exercise

Wednesday, May 13, 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, May 13, 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, May 13, 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

Estate Planning Forum

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

In this educational and empowering seminar, local attorney Lauryn Lauderdale will help you create a plan to protect your family when it matters most. Parents will learn how to ensu...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

In this educational and empowering seminar, local attorney Lauryn Lauderdale will help you create a plan to protect your family when it matters most.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Taste Test

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Take a study break - you don't have to prep for this test! Sample different pizza flavor combinations and  decide who makes the grade.

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

Take a study break - you don't have to prep for this test! Sample different pizza flavor combinations and  decide who makes the grade.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Anime Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Anime film lovers unite! Join Cashia Irons and other anime film fans to discuss anime films as a group, cosplay, and plan future meet-ups and events. 

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

Anime film lovers unite! Join Cashia Irons and other anime film fans to discuss anime films as a group, cosplay, and plan future meet-ups and events. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Thursday, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Kids

Join us to learn how to control Dot, Dash or Sphero Bolt 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 how to control Dot, Dash or Sphero Bolt 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, May 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens

Come code with Dot, Dash, or Sphero BOLT!

Take on fun challenges or design and play your own games through hands-on programming.

Recommended for teens with some basic coding experience.

For grades 6–12

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

Come code with Dot, Dash, or Sphero BOLT!

Take on fun challenges or design and play your own games through hands-on programming.

Recommended for teens with some basic coding experience.

For grades 6–12

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Calligraphy

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the art of calligraphy at this introductory session with Melissa Carvajal of Unique Made By Hand. All supplies provided. Registration is required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the art of calligraphy at this introductory session with Melissa Carvajal of Unique Made By Hand. All supplies provided. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Friday, May 15, 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

Summer Movie Series at Food Truck Friday

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
All Ages

Opelika Public Library is excited to partner with the Opelika Chamber to present a series of movies this summer at select Food Truck Fridays in Downtown Opelika.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Opelika Public Library is excited to partner with the Opelika Chamber to present a series of movies this summer at select Food Truck Fridays in Downtown Opelika.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Saturday, May 16, 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 "Kids" group

Yoga Story Time

Monday, May 18, 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, May 18, 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

Neurographic Art

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for mindful art Monday as we explore Neurographic Art. We will be creating our own works of art based on where your creativity takes you. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for mindful art Monday as we explore Neurographic Art. We will be creating our own works of art based on where your creativity takes you.