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Pokemon Club

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

Do you love all things Pokemon? Join us for our monthly Pokemon meet-up. Play games, make connections, and have fun!

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

Do you love all things Pokemon? Join us for our monthly Pokemon meet-up. Play games, make connections, and have fun!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Thursday, May 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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

Crochet 101

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn basic crochet stitches and how to incorporate them into a granny square. All supplies provided. Registration required to ensure we have enough supplies. Register online or call (334) 705-5438 to register.

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

Learn basic crochet stitches and how to incorporate them into a granny square. All supplies provided. Registration required to ensure we have enough supplies. Register online or call (334) 705-5438 to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Friday, May 29, 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 Reading Kick-Off

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a DINO-MITE night at OPL! Summer reading roars into action with Dino Show: Jurassic Expedition with Big Idea Entertainment. 

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a DINO-MITE night at OPL! Summer reading roars into action with Dino Show: Jurassic Expedition with Big Idea Entertainment. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Saturday, May 30, 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, June 1, 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 "All Ages" group

Ventriloquist & Comedian Gene Cordova

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
All Ages

Come and join Ventriloquist & Comedian Gene Cordova for another hilarious Summer Reading Show called "The Fantastic Fossil Fun Show."  Gene and his cast of characters will tickle your Jurassic Funny Bone.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performer
Event Details:

Come and join Ventriloquist & Comedian Gene Cordova for another hilarious Summer Reading Show called "The Fantastic Fossil Fun Show."  Gene and his cast of characters will tickle your Jurassic Funny Bone.

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

Fiber & Fabric

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A time and place for those who love the fiber arts. You are welcome to come and crochet, knit, cross stitch, quilt, or whatever you fancy.

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A time and place for those who love the fiber arts. You are welcome to come and crochet, knit, cross stitch, quilt, or whatever you fancy.

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

Makerspace Safety Class

Monday, June 1, 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

Women's Self Defense presented by Red Wolf Martial Arts

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join Red Wolf Martial Arts for a women's self-defense class! These classes are designed to help you gain confidence in navigating a variety of situations not only for self-protection but for every day life.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Red Wolf Martial Arts for a women's self-defense class! These classes are designed to help you gain confidence in navigating a variety of situations not only for self-protection but for every day life.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Tuesday, June 2, 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, June 2, 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 "Adults" group

App-y Hour

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Did you know that OPL offers audiobooks, ebooks, and magazines through our digital services?

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

Did you know that OPL offers audiobooks, ebooks, and magazines through our digital services?

This event is in the "Kids" group

Sleepy Story Time

Tuesday, June 2, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Make

Wednesday, June 3, 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, June 3, 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 "Teens" group

Beaded Plants

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Talk about no maintenance-----create your own beautiful houseplant that stays green all year long! Using beads and wire, design and make your own plant to take home and enjoy all year long!

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

Talk about no maintenance-----create your own beautiful houseplant that stays green all year long! Using beads and wire, design and make your own plant to take home and enjoy all year long!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Historic Resting Places of Alabama - Author Talk with Mollie Waters

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Author Mollie Smith Waters, known as the "Cemetery Lady" to her online fans, has taken her knowledge of some of the most historical and beautiful cemeteries Alabama and published her first book.

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

Author Mollie Smith Waters, known as the "Cemetery Lady" to her online fans, has taken her knowledge of some of the most historical and beautiful cemeteries Alabama and published her first book.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

Thursday, June 4, 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.