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Glowforge Safety Class

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Glowforge machine and become safety certified to use the machine on your own. This class is required before you are able to make Glowforge appointments or attend Open Make. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

The Magic of Tommy Johns

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Performer
Event Details:

The Magic of Tommy Johns Show is a fun-filled interactive time when the kids make the magic happen! The show is filled with volunteers, comedy, costuming, and amazing magic.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Messy Story Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Board Game Bonanza

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Come play all your favorite games in the Teen Space! We'll have all your favorites to choose from plus some game-themed snacks.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Story Time: Games

10:00am - 11:00am
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 "Adults" group.

Qigong

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come and practice this ancient stress-free exercise that incorporates the mind and body. Taught by certified leader, Jo Anne Brown.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Knit in Public Day

9:00am - 2:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join your favorite stitchers for National Knit in Public Day (crocheters, too)! We will be at All Strung Out Yarn Shop in downtown Opelika to celebrate friendship and our love of yarn.

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

Poetry Night

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Step into the cozy café and let your words flow freely! It's our monthly Poetry Night at The Coffee Shop, where we celebrate creativity over a cup of your favorite brew. Share your verses, listen in, or simply soak up the atmosphere.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Qigong

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come and practice this ancient stress-free exercise that incorporates the mind and body. Taught by certified leader, Jo Anne Brown.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Have a roaring time with Professor Whizzpop!  There's jungle animals, madcap magic and plenty of books as Professor Whizzpop encourages your eager readers to READ!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Learn how to use our 3D Printer and become safety certified to use the machine on your own. This class is required before you are able to make 3D Printer appointments or attend Open Make. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

OPL is excited to present a new series called Taylor's Tech Talks. Once a month, Taylor will go in depth on one of our many online resources. Don't forget your library card and your electronic device!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pajama Story Time

6:15pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

This story time features calm and relaxing songs and stories perfect to set you up for a restful night of sleep.

All ages are welcome

This event is in the "Kids" group.
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.

Toga Fashion

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Work in teams and channel your inner god/goddess to make your own toga out of various materials provided.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Baby & Me

9:30am - 10:30am
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

PJ in your PJ's

10:00am - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Come watch Season 1 of Percy Jackson in your comfiest clothes! Pizza and popcorn will be provided. Some seating will be provided, but feel free to bring your own bean bag or chair.

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

Open Make

11:00am - 7:00pm
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Glowforge Safety Class

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Learn how to use our Glowforge machine and become safety certified to use the machine on your own. This class is required before you are able to make Glowforge appointments or attend Open Make. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Messy Story Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
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 "Kids" group.

Camp Half-Blood

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

Welcome to Camp Half-Blood! Join us to celebrate all things Percy Jackson with competitions, crafts, and lots of fun. Demigods only.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Flex your costuming muscles by creating a Medusa headpiece or laurel crown. We'll be sure to cover up all the mirrors. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
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 "Adults" group.

Qigong

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come and practice this ancient stress-free exercise that incorporates the mind and body. Taught by certified leader, Jo Anne Brown.