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Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja

2024-09-19 17:30:00 2024-09-19 19:00:00 America/Chicago Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts. O’Neal Library -

Thursday, September 19
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-19 17:30:00 2024-09-19 19:00:00 America/Chicago Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts. O’Neal Library -

Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.

Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts. Tonight's topic is Change.

Tonight's workshop will take place in the 2nd floor Quiet Room. 

This workshop is open to writers and poets of all levels.
You must reserve a place to attend.

O’Neal Library

Phone: (205) 879-0459

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Sep 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 18 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 22 2:00PM to 6:00PM

Upcoming events

Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons.

Mon, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Children 6 and up with a grownup. Come to learn and create your version of kid's book illustrator's art with Ms. Tess and Ms. Gloria This month's illustrator is Corinna Luyken.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Sep 17, 8:45am - 9:45am
O’Neal Library
Board meeting

Tue, Sep 17, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Sep 17, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us as we welcome our partners from Wealth Strategies for this personal finance seminar!

Tue, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
SIGN IN AND DROP OFF YOUR K-2ND GRADERS FOR LIVE-ACTION STORYTIME FOR SCHOOL-AGED, INDEPENDENT KIDS.

Wed, Sep 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
This event is full

Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.

Rescheduled
Wed, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
New date Tuesday, September 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join us as we welcome our partners from Wealth Strategies for this personal finance seminar!

Wed, Sep 18, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.

Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Make Japanese rice balls! Ingredients provided.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 4:55pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Movie & Popcorn: The Tiger's Apprentice 3:30-4:55 Drop Off Program

Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Read a YA book and bond over bookish icebreakers!

Thu, Sep 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's never to early (or too late) to consider how you will pay for college. Please join us to get started! Pizza and drinks will be provided.

Mon, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.

Mon, Sep 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Kids who are new to reading bring an adult with them to this book club, where they participate together in activities to encourage enthusiastic engagement with the book.
This event is full

Tue, Sep 24, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 17 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 17 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
SIGN IN AND DROP OFF YOUR K-2ND GRADERS FOR LIVE-ACTION STORYTIME FOR SCHOOL-AGED, INDEPENDENT KIDS.

Tue, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!

Wed, Sep 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 18 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!

Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 18 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 25, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 18 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Hula Hoop Performance, Crafts, & Games. All ages with an adult. No Registration.

Thu, Sep 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Let's Get Crafty! With pompoms! Drop Off Program

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
A social group for Neurodivergent adults that meets monthly, providing peer support and opportunities for resource sharing.

Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
In partnership with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, O'Neal Library is offering free tickets to select ASO events at the Alys Stephens Center.

Fri, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
UAB’s Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
In partnership with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, O'Neal Library is offering free tickets to select ASO events at the Alys Stephens Center.

Sat, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
In partnership with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, O'Neal Library is offering free tickets to select ASO events at the Alys Stephens Center.

Mon, Sep 30, All day
O’Neal Library
Borrow YA books, write a book review, or attend teen book club for a chance to win a $25 VISA gift card!

Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons.

Cancelled
Mon, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.

Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
The award-winning documentary Unrivaled: Sewanee 1899 now has a follow-up book. Join us to chat with the authors and illustrator and learn about this latest release.

Tue, Oct 01, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 24 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 24 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
STEAM challenge bags available at all Open Maker Labs in October

Tue, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Wed, Oct 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 25 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basic skills for machine sewing
This event is full

Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 25 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 25 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Halloween craft and a movie for ages 18+

Thu, Oct 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Game On! Join us for tabletop and video games. Drop Off Program

Thu, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.

Fri, Oct 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
VIDEO GAMES, BOARD GAMES, AND CARD GAMES GALORE!

Sun, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
It's never too early (or too late!) to save for college. Join us today to get started!

Sun, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this upcoming 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
This event is full

Sun, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
JON US FOR A SILENT HORROR DOUBLE FEATURE WITH ORIGINAL SCORES PERFORMED LIVE!

Mon, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Children are invited to practice reading aloud with a buddy. We have teen volunteers through our wonderful Teen Advisory Board and trained dogs through Hand in Paw on Monday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Mon, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
EARN VOLUNTEER HOURS AND IMPROVE THE O'NEAL LIBRARY'S YOUNG ADULT SERVICES!

Tue, Oct 08, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 1 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
The Bookies is O'Neal Library's Tuesday morning book group. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the library conference room. Visitors and new members are always welcome!

Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 1 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room,Conference Room
Join us for Spooky Science! Show and light dinner starts at 5:30.

Wed, Oct 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 2 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!

Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basic skills for machine sewing
This event is full

Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 2 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 2 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a celebration of The Seasoned Performers 40 years of entertaining and enriching audiences.

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Halloween-themed painting activity! Art supplies and snacks provided.

Thu, Oct 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Let's get crafty! Make your own dragon's egg with clay and paint and a little magic. Drop Off Program

Thu, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.

Thu, Oct 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
We're reading the fan favorite series The Vanderbeekers one book at a time. Read The Vanderbeekers & the Hidden Garden, then join us to talk about the book with snacks and activities.

Fri, Oct 11, 9:30am - 10:15am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
During the program, children move through different sensory stations with their caregiver. Small group @ 9:30 and 10:30 Free play @ 11:15
This event is full

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
During the program, children move through different sensory stations with their caregiver. Small group @ 9:30 and 10:30 Free play @ 11:15
This event is full

Fri, Oct 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
During the program, children move through different sensory stations with their caregiver. Small group @ 9:30 and 10:30 Free play @ 11:15

Fri, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Dive into the eerie world of Alabama's ghostly legends and haunted tales with Alabama storyteller Kelly Kazek!

Sat, Oct 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Bring your own craft and work on it with us!

Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session.

Mon, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.

Mon, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Kids who are new to reading bring an adult with them to this book club, where they participate together in activities to encourage enthusiastic engagement with the book.
Registration opens Monday, September 23 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!

Tue, Oct 15, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 8 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 8 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Wed, Oct 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 9 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basic skills for machine sewing
This event is full

Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 9 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 9 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room,Storytelling Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Movie & Popcorn: Trolls Band Together 3:30-5:00 Drop Off Program

Fri, Oct 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library
Help us with library carnival prep, activities, and cleanup!

Fri, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
O’Neal Library
All Ages Carnival Tons of games, costumed characters, prizes, crafts, and treats. All ages with an adult.

Sun, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this upcoming 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
This event is full

Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session and do not need to register.

Mon, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Children 6 and up and their grownup. Illustrator Art Club for children 6 and up and their grownup. Come to learn and create your our version of kid's book illustrator's art.

Mon, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.

Tue, Oct 22, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Wed, Oct 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 16 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basic skills for machine sewing
This event is full

Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 16 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 23, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 16 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room,Storytelling Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Book BINGO! Come play Bingo to win free books and candy. Drop Off Program

Thu, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Read a YA book and bond with bookish icebreakers!

Thu, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meet online using Zoom
It's back. Gather your family, pick up your secret ingredient box, and join us on Zoom for this spooky treat! Register
Registration opens Tuesday, September 24 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
A social group for Neurodivergent adults that meets monthly, providing peer support and opportunities for resource sharing.

Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session and do not need to register.

Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Costumes ENCOURAGED! Free snacks and activities provided.

Rescheduled
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Monday, November 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library
Join Carrie Rollwagen to kickstart National Novel Writing Month!

Tue, Oct 29, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 22 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 22 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!

Wed, Oct 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 23 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!

Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 23 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 30, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 23 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Make candied apples and fruits! Ingredients provided.

Thu, Oct 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Oct 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It looks like sushi but it tastes like sugar. Join us to make some sweet treats. Drop Off Program

Fri, Nov 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
VIDEO GAMES, BOARD GAMES, AND CARD GAMES GALORE!

Sun, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this upcoming 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session and do not need to register.

Mon, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Children are invited to practice reading aloud with a buddy. We have teen volunteers through our wonderful Teen Advisory Board and trained dogs through Hand in Paw on Monday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Mon, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
EARN VOLUNTEER HOURS AND IMPROVE THE O'NEAL LIBRARY'S YOUNG ADULT SERVICES!
This event is full

Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Join Carrie Rollwagen to kickstart National Novel Writing Month!

Tue, Nov 05, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 29 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 29 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
SIGN IN AND DROP OFF YOUR K-2ND GRADERS FOR LIVE-ACTION STORYTIME FOR SCHOOL-AGED, INDEPENDENT KIDS.

Tue, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 06, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 30 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 30 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 30 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Brush off your paleontologist skills as you make crafts, play games, and hunt around the library for dinosaurs. (No registration. All ages with an adult.)

Thu, Nov 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Game On! Join us for tabletop and video games. Drop Off Program

Fri, Nov 08, 9:30am - 10:15am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
During the program, children move through different sensory stations with their caregiver. Small group @ 9:30 and 10:30 Free play @ 11:15
Registration opens Friday, October 11 2024 at 9:00am

Fri, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
During the program, children move through different sensory stations with their caregiver. Small group @ 9:30 and 10:30 Free play @ 11:15
Registration opens Friday, October 11 2024 at 9:00am

Fri, Nov 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
During the program, children move through different sensory stations with their caregiver. Small group @ 9:30 and 10:30 Free play @ 11:15

Sat, Nov 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Bring your own craft and work on it with us!

Mon, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.

Cancelled
Mon, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library
Great conversation about great short fiction!

Tue, Nov 12, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 5 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
The Bookies is O'Neal Library's Tuesday morning book group. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the library conference room. Visitors and new members are always welcome!

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Nov 12, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 5 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
SIGN IN AND DROP OFF YOUR K-2ND GRADERS FOR LIVE-ACTION STORYTIME FOR SCHOOL-AGED, INDEPENDENT KIDS.

Tue, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room,Conference Room
Birmingham Children's Theatre steps into the enchanting world of "The Three Little Kittens" where Katie Sue, Purr, Tuffy, & Whiskers embark on a delightful adventure! Light dinner & show begins 5:30.

Wed, Nov 13, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 13 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!

Wed, Nov 13, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 6 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 6 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Let's get crafty! We're making adorable felt plants, prefect for sprucing up your space or giving as a gift! Drop Off Program

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
We're reading the fan favorite series The Vanderbeekers one book at a time. Read The Vanderbeekers to the Rescue, then join us to talk about the book with snacks and activities.
Registration opens Thursday, October 10 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, Nov 16, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Overton Park in Cahaba Heights
Bring a blanket and picnic dinner or movie snacks and watch Charlie Brown Thanksgiving with your neighbors and family. Come early to read the newest story along the path from the tennis court.

Sun, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this upcoming 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session and do not need to register.

Mon, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Glory, monsters, and mayhem abound! Registration REQUIRED to participate in this free fantasy role-playing game.

Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Kids who are new to reading bring an adult with them to this book club, where they participate together in activities to encourage enthusiastic engagement with the book.
Registration opens Monday, October 14 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a sweet smelling take on creative writing!

Tue, Nov 19, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 12 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Nov 19, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 12 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Tue, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
SIGN IN AND DROP OFF YOUR K-2ND GRADERS FOR LIVE-ACTION STORYTIME FOR SCHOOL-AGED, INDEPENDENT KIDS.

Tue, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!

Wed, Nov 20, 9:30am - 9:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 13 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!

Wed, Nov 20, 10:30am - 10:50am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 13 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 20, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 13 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Nov 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.

Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:05pm
O’Neal Library
Movie & Popcorn: Despicable Me 4 3:30-5:05 Drop Off Program

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
A social group for Neurodivergent adults that meets monthly, providing peer support and opportunities for resource sharing.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session and do not need to register.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Nov 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
This event is full

Sat, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
1995 adaptation of a Paul Auster short story

Sun, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this upcoming 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time! For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session and do not need to register.

Mon, Dec 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
EARN VOLUNTEER HOURS AND IMPROVE THE O'NEAL LIBRARY'S YOUNG ADULT SERVICES!
This event is full

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Thu, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Fri, Dec 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
VIDEO GAMES, BOARD GAMES, AND CARD GAMES GALORE!

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
The Bookies is O'Neal Library's Tuesday morning book group. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the library conference room. Visitors and new members are always welcome!

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water. Please register for each class you want to attend. Please cancel your registration if you won't be joining us, many thanks!

Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
It's Mahjong Meetup time!

Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!

Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Featuring Angela and Jeffrey Flaniken

Sat, Dec 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Bring your own craft and work on it with us!

Sun, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this upcoming 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
This event is full