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Stories on the Lawn

Outdoor storytime

Register to reserve a spot for storytime on the grass across from the library. Storytellers vary. Socially distanced & masks. Weather permitting, if raining, the storytime will resume next Tuesday.

Register to reserve a spot for socially distanced & masked storytime on the lawn across from the library. Storytellers vary.

Weather permitting, if raining, the storytime will resume next Tuesday.

AGE GROUP: | Early Learners (Birth - 4K) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Children's Events |

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O’Neal Library
Phone: (205) 879-0459
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Mon, Oct 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Oct 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 17 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 18 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 19 2:00PM to 6:00PM
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Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Oct 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration is now closed
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration is now closed
Beginner Sewing Classes - Teens & Adults
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Cancelled
SNaP (3-6 Grade)
Thu, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New venue O’Neal Library
Drop Off Program
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Program will be rescheduled in the Spring.
Thu, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
Due to conflicts with the Homecoming Parade, the Bat program will be rescheduled in the Spring.
2025 Grimm Carnival Teen Volunteer
Fri, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library
HELP US WITH LIBRARY CARNIVAL PREP, ACTIVITIES, AND CLEANUP!
A Night Dark and Grimm - All Ages Costume Carnival
Fri, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
O’Neal Library
All Ages Costume Carnival. A night of games, crafts, prizes, magic and fairy tales. All ages with an adult.
Poetry as Prayer Part 2 - Solace and ritual, whether you already pray or not
Sun, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
Registration is now closed
Illustrator Art Club
Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Illustrator Art Club for children 6 and up and their grownup. Come to learn and create your own version of a kids' book illustrator's art.
This event is full
Cancelled
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Oct 21, 8:00am - 10:30am
O’Neal Library
Board meeting
Rescheduled
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Oct 21, 8:45am - 9:45am
New date Tuesday, October 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library
Board Meeting
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Room
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Oct 22, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!
Technology Tips for Everyday Life - presented by ALL IN Mountain Brook's Silver Spartans
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Junior League of Birmingham - 2212 20th Ave S 35223
Using Your Phone to Maximize Safety and Independence
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Oct 22, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Beginner Sewing Classes - Teens & Adults
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
Nightmare on Oak Street - No-Sew Sweater Pumpkins
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
easy seasonal craft and a campy horror movie for ages 18+
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 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.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Oct 23, 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.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Movie & Popcorn
Thu, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 5:10pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Movie & Popcorn Goosebumps (2015) 3:30-5:10 Drop Off Program
BiblioTherapy - This is a book club, not real therapy!
Thu, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library
FIND COMFORT AMONG BOOKS AND FELLOW TEEN READERS. DON'T FORGET YOUR LIBRARY CARD!
Neurodivergent Community Group - Burnout
Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
A social group for Neurodivergent adults that meets monthly, providing peer support and opportunities for resource sharing.
Traditional Music of Scotland - with musician Jim Malcolm
Fri, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a real treat tonight!
ASO Masterworks Series - Dueling Ninths
Fri, Oct 24, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
ASO Masterworks Series: Dueling Ninths Register to receive a free voucher redeemable for two tickets to either of the weekend's Masterworks performances.
ASO Masterworks Series - Dueling Ninths
Sat, Oct 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
ASO Masterworks Series: Dueling Ninths Register to receive a free voucher redeemable for two tickets to either of the weekend's Masterworks performances.
Poetry as Prayer Part 2 - Solace and ritual, whether you already pray or not
Sun, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
Registration is now closed
Mahjong Meet Up - OCTOBER LESSON FULL
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
JWC Meeting
Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Meeting
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Oct 28, 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 21 2025 at 9:00am
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Oct 28, 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 21 2025 at 9:00am
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Oct 28, 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.
Cosplay Runway - a Teen Halloween Party
Tue, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Show off your amazing cosplays at the O'Neal Library!
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Room
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Registration is now closed
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Oct 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 22 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 22 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Oct 29, 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 22 2025 at 9:00am
DIY Yums: Campfire S'mores - with Mountain Brook Fire Department
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Learn fire safety AND eat tasty s'mores at O'Neal Library! Ingredients and supplies provided. Registration REQUIRED.
Beginner Sewing Classes - Teens & Adults
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Oct 30, 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.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Halloween Bingo
Thu, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Everyone's favorite Book Bingo but with a haunting Halloween twist! Drop Off Program
Poetry as Prayer Part 2 - Solace and ritual, whether you already pray or not
Sun, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
Registration is now closed
Mahjong Meet Up & Lesson - for 12 new players!
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library. For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session.
This event is full
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Nov 04, 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 28 2025 at 9:00am
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Nov 04, 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 28 2025 at 9:00am
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Creation Station: - November
Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library
Craft supplies available at all Open Maker Labs in November
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Nov 04, 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.
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Nov 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Nov 05, 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 29 2025 at 9:00am
Beginner Sewing Classes - Teens & Adults
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
A 4-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Nov 06, 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.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Game On
Thu, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Game On! Join us for tabletop and video games. Drop Off Program
Hobby Hangout - DIY Circle Looms
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Use an old CD as a loom to easily make a hanging decoration!
Game On
Fri, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop-In and Game at the Library! Free snack provided.
Alabama Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series - Seeking and Soaring
Fri, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant will receive a voucher redeemable for any of the weekend's ASO Masterworks Concerts. REINKEMEYER Water Sings Fire BRAHMS Violin Concerto in D Major SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2 in D Major
Registration opens Monday, October 20 2025 at 9:00am
Crafterday!
Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Bring your own craft and work on it with us!
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!
Crafterday! - Extended Edition
Sat, Nov 08, 12:35pm - 2:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
If you would like to stay for our extended edition, please register for this session (noon - 2PM) as well as the first one (10AM - Noon).
Alabama Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series - Seeking and Soaring
Sat, Nov 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Peforming Arts Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant will receive a voucher redeemable for any of the weekend's ASO Masterworks Concerts. REINKEMEYER Water Sings Fire BRAHMS Violin Concerto in D Major SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2 in D Major
Registration opens Monday, October 20 2025 at 9:00am
Poetry as Prayer Part 2 - Solace and ritual, whether you already pray or not
Sun, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
Registration is now closed
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library. For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session.
Gratitude Journals - with Dabble Arts Studio
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Create gratitude journals with Erica Scott of Dabble Arts Studio
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!
O'Neal Library Closed - Veterans Day
Tue, Nov 11, All day
O’Neal Library
Happy Veterans Day!
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Nov 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 5 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 5 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Nov 12, 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 5 2025 at 9:00am
Book Lovers Charm Bar
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Make jewelry inspired by your favorite books!
This event is full
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Foil Embossing
Thu, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Let's Get Crafty! We'll use foil, hot glue, and markers to make some beautiful art. Drop Off Program
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Thu, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Hot off the Press Book Group - grades 4-6
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Share a book you've enjoyed and get to know some of Ms. Morgan's latest favorites over pizza.
Sensory Play, Explore & More - Register for Small Group Play
Fri, Nov 14, 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
Sensory Play, Explore & More - Register for Small Group Play
Fri, Nov 14, 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
Sensory Play, Explore & More - Free-Play
Fri, Nov 14, 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
Game On Again! - Tabletop Only
Fri, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Drop-in and game! Free snack provided.
Improv Night @ O'Neal Library - with Pigeons!
Fri, Nov 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Pigeons: an improv comedy show about leaving the nest. Come watch and laugh as we interview an audience member and then perform a show that’s made up entirely on the spot!
Fall Crown Crafting - Books in the Brook
Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Overton Park in Cahaba Heights
Come read the new story walk and make a Fall crown from leaves. All ages with adult. Drop by between 2:00-3:00 No Registration
Poetry as Prayer Part 2 - Solace and ritual, whether you already pray or not
Sun, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library
In this 6-week series, you'll curate your very own collection of poetry for moments of reflection or prayer.
Registration is now closed
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library. For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session.
Illustrator Art Club - art inspired by Corinna Luyken
Mon, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Illustrator Art Club for children 6 and up and their grownup. Come to learn and create your own version of a kids' book illustrator's art: Corinna Luyken
Registration opens Monday, October 20 2025 at 9:00am
Cancelled
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Nov 18, 8:00am - 10:30am
O’Neal Library
Board meeting
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Nov 18, 8:45am - 9:45am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Board Meeting
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Nov 18, 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 4 2025 at 9:00am
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
The Bookies discuss Murderland by Caroline Fraser
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
O'Neal Library - 2nd Floor Quiet 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!
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Nov 18, 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 4 2025 at 9:00am
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Tue, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Nov 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 12 2025 at 9:00am
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 12 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Nov 19, 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 12 2025 at 9:00am
Etc. Program - Gnome Homes
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop by the library and make a gnome home for your yard or garden! All Ages with an Adult.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Movie & Popcorn
Thu, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:05pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Movie & Popcorn: KPop Demon Hunters (3:30-5:05) Drop Off Program
Neurodivergent Community Group
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
A social group for Neurodivergent adults that meets monthly, providing peer support and opportunities for resource sharing.
ASO Masterworks Series - A Night of Winter Dreaming
Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant receives a single voucher which they may redeem at the Aly Stephens Box Office for two tickets to the ASO concert of their choice: 11 am or 7 pm on Friday 11/21 or 7 pm on 11/22
Registration opens Monday, November 3 2025 at 9:00am
ASO Masterworks Series - A Night of Winter Dreaming
Fri, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant receives a single voucher which they may redeem at the Aly Stephens Box Office for two tickets to the ASO concert of their choice: 11 am or 7 pm on Friday 11/21 or 7 pm on 11/22
Registration opens Monday, November 3 2025 at 9:00am
ASO Masterworks Series - A Night of Winter Dreaming
Sat, Nov 22, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant receives a single voucher which they may redeem at the Aly Stephens Box Office for two tickets to the ASO concert of their choice: 11 am or 7 pm on Friday 11/21 or 7 pm on 11/22
Registration opens Monday, November 3 2025 at 9:00am
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library. For beginners, please register for the first session of the month for lessons. Experienced players may attend any session.
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!
O'Neal Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 27, All day
O’Neal Library
Happy Thanksgiving!
O'Neal Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Fri, Nov 28, All day
O’Neal Library
Happy Thanksgiving!
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Dec 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Creation Station: - December
Tue, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library
Craft supplies available at all Open Maker Labs in December.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Book Buddies Donation Party
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
JWC Fundraising Event
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
You Have Bewitched Me, Body and Soul: Jane Austen Matinee
Sat, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for a 20th anniversary of a fan favorite Jane Austen movie adaptation
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
The Bookies discuss The Antidote by Karen Russell
Tue, Dec 09, 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!
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Winecraft: Embossed Foil Ornaments - with Dabble Arts Studio
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Embossed foil ornaments
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Crafterday!
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Bring your own craft and work on it with us!
Crafterday! - Extended Edition
Sat, Dec 13, 12:35pm - 2:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
If you would like to stay for our extended edition, please register for this session (noon - 2PM) as well as the first one (10AM - Noon).
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
Cancelled
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Dec 16, 8:00am - 10:30am
O’Neal Library
Board meeting
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Dec 16, 8:45am - 9:45am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Board Meeting
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
O'Neal Library Closed - Christmas
Wed, Dec 24, All day
O’Neal Library
Merry Christmas!
O'Neal Library Closed - Christmas
Thu, Dec 25, All day
O’Neal Library
Merry Christmas!
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Dec 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Dec 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!
O'Neal Library Closed - New Year
Thu, Jan 01, All day
O’Neal Library
Happy New Year!
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM - ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Crafterday: Now with Extended Hours!
Sat, Jan 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Join us for Crafterday at the library. Bring your own craft (and a friend if you would like) for a day of crafting.
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Mark your calendars for the monthly Mahjong meet-up at O'Neal Library.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!
The Bookies discuss America Fantastica - by Tim O'Brien
Tue, Jan 13, 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!
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM - ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
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