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Great Short Stories Film Series

A Christmas Story
2023-12-06 18:00:00 2023-12-06 20:00:00 America/Chicago Great Short Stories Film Series 1983 adaptation of a Jean Shepherd short story O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 06
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-06 18:00:00 2023-12-06 20:00:00 America/Chicago Great Short Stories Film Series 1983 adaptation of a Jean Shepherd short story O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room

O’Neal Library

Community Meeting Room

1983 adaptation of a Jean Shepherd short story

Based on the humorous writings of author Jean Shepherd, this beloved holiday movie follows the wintry exploits of youngster Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley), who spends most of his time dodging a bully (Zack Ward) and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift, a "Red Ryder air rifle." Frequently at odds with his cranky dad (Darren McGavin) but comforted by his doting mother (Melinda Dillon), Ralphie struggles to make it to Christmas Day with his glasses and his hopes intact. (Rotten Tomatoes/1h33m/Rated PG)

Chips, candy, sodas, and water will be provided. Film begins promptly at 6pm.  The library's Great Short Stories discussion group will be talking about the short story "Red Ryder Nails the Hammond Kid" on Monday, December 11th at 6:30pm, join us!  For more information, contact Holley at 205-445-1117 or hwesley@oneallibrary.org.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults (Ages 21+) | Adults (Ages 18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Events | Movie | Family Events | Adult Events |

TAGS: | movies | movie | free | fiction | conversation | book group | Book Discussion | book club | adult programs | adult program | adult events | adult event | adult |

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Registration opens Tuesday, April 8 2025 at 9:00am
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting
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, Apr 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 9 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 9 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Apr 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, April 9 2025 at 9:00am
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 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.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 5:10pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Movie & Popcorn Out of My Mind (3:30-5:10) Drop Off Program
Library Loot Book Club
Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Read a YA book and bond with bookish icebreakers!
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Thu, Apr 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Apr 21, 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 Evan Turk
Mon, Apr 21, 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. Register
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am
Personal Finance program
Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
TBA
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Apr 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, April 15 2025 at 9:00am
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Apr 22, 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, Apr 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, April 15 2025 at 9:00am
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Meeting
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, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
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!
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 16 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Apr 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, April 16 2025 at 9:00am
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Apr 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.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
SNaP (3-6 Grade) - Who Would Win?
Thu, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
The wildly popular book series comes to life at SNAP, can you guess Who Will Win? Drop Off Program
Neurodivergent Community Group
Thu, Apr 24, 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.
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Apr 28, 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.
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Apr 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, April 22 2025 at 9:00am
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 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, April 22 2025 at 9:00am
Open Maker Lab
Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Apr 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, April 23 2025 at 9:00am
DIY Yums: Nacho Bar
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Make chips dips at O'Neal Library! Ingredients and supplies provided. Registration REQUIRED.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, May 01, 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, May 01, 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, May 01, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Game On
Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
VIDEO GAMES, BOARD GAMES, AND CARD GAMES GALORE! Free snacks too.
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Barber + Bruckner
Fri, May 02, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registered patron will receive a voucher redeemable for two tickets to either of the weekend performances at 7 pm on May 2nd or 3rd.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 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!
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Barber + Bruckner
Sat, May 03, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registered patron will receive a voucher redeemable for two tickets to either of the weekend performances at 7 pm on May 2nd or 3rd.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am
Mahjong Meet Up - with a lesson for 12 new players!
Mon, May 05, 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, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Open Maker Lab
Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
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!
Open Maker Lab
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Crafterday!
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Bring your own craft and work on it with us!
Great Short Stories on Screen - Minority Report
Sat, May 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
2002 adaptation of a Philip K. Dick short story
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, May 12, 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.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
The Bookies discuss The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley
Tue, May 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!
Open Maker Lab
Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Open Maker Lab
Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Tchaikovsky: Overture, Concerto, & Symphony
Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each participant receives a voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of the three concerts performed on May 16th or 17th at The Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Registration opens Monday, May 5 2025 at 9:00am
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Tchaikovsky: Overture, Concerto, & Symphony
Fri, May 16, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each participant receives a voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of the three concerts performed on May 16th or 17th at The Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Registration opens Monday, May 5 2025 at 9:00am
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Tchaikovsky: Overture, Concerto, & Symphony
Sat, May 17, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Alys Stephens Center - Jemison Concert Hall
Each participant receives a voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of the three concerts performed on May 16th or 17th at The Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Registration opens Monday, May 5 2025 at 9:00am
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, May 19, 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.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, May 20, 8:00am - 10:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Board meeting
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Open Maker Lab
Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Open Maker Lab
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Open Mic
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Attention writers and poets - join us for an open mic night!
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Open Maker Lab
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, May 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!
Open Maker Lab
Thu, May 29, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Makerspace
Drop by the Makerspace to work on your creative projects and explore our resources!
Mahjong Meet Up - with a lesson for 12 new players!
Mon, Jun 02, 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.
Flower Arranging - with Dabble Arts Studio
Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Make a bouquet with Erica Scott of Dabble Arts Studio
Gentle Yoga - With Marie Blair
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Medicare Made Clear: - What You Need to Know
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
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!
Rug Tufting - with Andrea Willis of Tuft Birmingham
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
3-hour hands-on workshop for ages 18+
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Jun 09, 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.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Great conversation about great short fiction!
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