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Sarah Penner at Opelika Book Festival

Sarah Penner at Opelika Book Festival

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library

Program Type:

Author Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with author Sarah Penner!

This event will include an Author Talk by Sarah Penner and a book signing following the talk.

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Writing Workshops February 27

Opelika Book Festival: Writing Workshops

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8:00am - 4:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Jump into the world of storytelling with our Opelika Book Festival Writing Workshops! These in-person sessions are perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their writing skills, share ideas, and have fun.

Author Fair February 28 9-2

Opelika Book Festival: Author Fair

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library

Program Type:

Author Event

Age Group:

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

Calling all book lovers!

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Alabama Nature Center: Reptiles & Amphibians of Alabama

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Education, Performer
Event Details:

Join us as we learn all about animals and reptiles that are unique to our state. The Alabama Nature Center will be bringing their mobile exhibit to OPL. Come join the animal fun!

The Science Lady: Rocket Science

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performer
Event Details:

Our favorite scientist is back for a fun-filled session all about space! Join us for jam-packed science session full of out of this world fun!

Animal Tales

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performer
Event Details:

Animals are out of this world! Join us as we learn about animals and their habitat and get a hands-on visit with some furry (and scaly) friends with the crew at Animal Tales.

Closed for Memorial Day

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Closed for Juneteenth

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Closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/3–7/4
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Closed for Labor Day

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Closed for Veteran's Day

All Day
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Opelika Public Library

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/26–11/28
Closing
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Opelika Public Library

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/26
Closing
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Opelika Public Library