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5th Annual OPL Puzzle Competition

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lewis Cooper Jr. Auditorium at Opelika Public Library

Age Group:

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

Join us for our 5th annual Puzzle Competition! Teams of 4 will compete to see who can assemble the provided 500 piece puzzle the fastest. Winners will be awarded in three categories: Adult, Family and Teens. 

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.

About the Author:

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:

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9 am

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. 
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12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm

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

Unwind with Watercolor

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Come relax as you make art! We'll be drawing freeform lines and simple shapes, and using watercolor to create abstract art. All supplies will be provided. 
5 pm

Makerspace Safety Class

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
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!

Cocoa and Crafts

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Opelika Public Library
Room: Special Programs Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate National Hot Cocoa Day with OPL! Create your perfect cup of cocoa with toppings from our Hot Cocoa bar and then relax while creating a fun craft.