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Closed for MLK Jr. Day

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Branches:
Opelika Public Library
This event is in the "Kids" group
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Celebrate Winnie the Pooh's birthday with a stuffed animal sleepover at the library. Drop off and say goodnight to your stuffed animal by 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Pick-up will be Saturday morning, and we will have a special story time at 10:00 a.m.

9 am
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dancercise

9:00am–10:00am
Adults
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 "Adults" group

Energized Exercise

9:00am–10:00am
Adults
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

9:00am–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
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

9:30am–10:30am
Kids
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 "Adults" group

Dancercise

9:00am–10:00am
Adults
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.

10 am
This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Kids
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

Family Story Time

10:00am–11:00am
Kids
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Enjoy a special story time and hear about all the fun your favorite stuffie had at the Stuffed Animal Sleepover!

11 am
This event is in the "Kids" group
Cancelled

Yoga Story Time

11:00am–11:30am
Kids
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

Movin' & Groovin' Story Time

11:00am–11:30am
Kids
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 "Kids" group

Messy Story Time

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
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

12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Drop in: Mini Make

3:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
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. 

4 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY: EReader Cover

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you get a new e-reader for holidays? Do you love the look of a hardback book but can't give up your e-reader? Join us to make your own clothbound e-reader cover!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Tasty Tales

4:15pm–5:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Part story time, part cooking class - all Fun! Join us as we read a food focused book and then sample the food from the story. You will also get to take home a recipe and tips for recreating the dish at home.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Jr. Robots

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us to learn the how to control Dot and Dash through code! This is an introductory program, no prior coding experience necessary! 

For students in grades 3-5

5 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group

Robots

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Learn how to code with Dot & Dash!

6 pm
This event is in the "Kids" group

Sleepy Story Time

6:15pm–6:45pm
Kids
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
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join Bethany Adams, End of Life Doula & Advanced Care planner for a gentle conversation based gathering that helps explore death, dying and grief with more openness and less fear.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Cozy Family Board Game Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Escape the winter blues with a fun night of board games with friends and family. Hot cocoa, apple cider and sweet treats provided.