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Sleepy Story Time

Tuesday, April 28, 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, April 29, 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, April 29, 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, April 29, 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

Pokemon Club

Wednesday, April 29, 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, April 30, 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, April 30, 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, April 30, 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

Children's Book Day: Little Blue Truck Party

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

Beep, beep! Ride along with everyone's favorite Little Blue Truck as we celebrate Children's Book Day. Join us for games, crafts, and a special story time.  

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

Beep, beep! Ride along with everyone's favorite Little Blue Truck as we celebrate Children's Book Day. Join us for games, crafts, and a special story time.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crochet 101

Thursday, April 30, 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.

Upcoming
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 1, 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 "Teens" group

Graduation Day Drip

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Space at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Graduating seniors, come create a custom ribbon lei to commemorate your achievements, and wear on your big day! 

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

Graduating seniors, come create a custom ribbon lei to commemorate your achievements, and wear on your big day! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Puzzle Swap

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a Community Puzzle Swap! Bring your gently used jigsaw puzzles and trade them for new-to-you challenges. Don’t have anything to swap? No problem—everyone is welcome to browse and take a puzzle.

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

Join us for a Community Puzzle Swap! Bring your gently used jigsaw puzzles and trade them for new-to-you challenges. Don’t have anything to swap? No problem—everyone is welcome to browse and take a puzzle.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

Saturday, May 2, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Makerspace Safety Class

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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 "All Ages" group

Friends of the Library Donation Day

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Opelika Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

Drop off your gently used books with the Friends of the Library! Books will be accepted on the side of the library near the outdoor book drop. 

Donation Day Rules

Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Drop off your gently used books with the Friends of the Library! Books will be accepted on the side of the library near the outdoor book drop. 

Donation Day Rules

This event is in the "Kids" group

Yoga Story Time

Monday, May 4, 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 "Kids" group

Bookworms with O Grows

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Special Programs Room at Opelika Public Library
Age Group:
Kids

Can you dig it? Books + Nature = Fun! Join us monthly for an outdoor adventure with our friends from O Grows. We will read a story and then participate in a nature/outdoor/garden-themed activity.

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

Can you dig it? Books + Nature = Fun! Join us monthly for an outdoor adventure with our friends from O Grows. We will read a story and then participate in a nature/outdoor/garden-themed activity.

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

Fiber & Fabric

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Group Study Room A 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: Group Study Room A
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, May 4, 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, May 5, 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 5, 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, May 5, 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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Create Your Own Comic!

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

Let your creativity loose and create your very own comic strip on National Cartoonist Day! We will provide the supplies; you bring your ideas and a story to tell. You then get to take home your very own comic masterpiece!

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

Let your creativity loose and create your very own comic strip on National Cartoonist Day! We will provide the supplies; you bring your ideas and a story to tell. You then get to take home your very own comic masterpiece!