Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Breakout Book Club - I Am a Dinosaur!

Registration now closed

Breakout Book Club - I Am a Dinosaur!

emerging readers and their adults
2024-02-12 17:00:00 2024-02-12 18:00:00 America/Chicago Breakout Book Club - I Am a Dinosaur! 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. O’Neal Library - Study Room 1

Monday, February 12
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-02-12 17:00:00 2024-02-12 18:00:00 America/Chicago Breakout Book Club - I Am a Dinosaur! 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. O’Neal Library - Study Room 1

O’Neal Library

Study Room 1

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.

Read I Am a Dinosaur (Super Magic Boy #1) by Jarod Rosello together ahead of time. Come to Breakout together to chat about the book and participate in related activities.

Visit the Children's Desk to pick up a free copy of the book to keep!

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (Grades 5K-2) |

EVENT TYPE: | Children's Events | Book Group |

TAGS: | |

O’Neal Library
Phone: (205) 879-0459
Hours
Skip Today's Hours widget

Today's hours

Closed

Mon, Jun 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 9:00AM to 2:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed
(Independence Day)
previous
this week
next

Upcoming events

Skip Calendar Widget widget
O'Neal Library Closed - Independence Day!
Sat, Jul 04, All day
O’Neal Library
Independence Day!
O'Neal Library Closed - Independence Day!
Sun, Jul 05, All day
O’Neal Library
Independence Day!
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Tue, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
This event is full
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
This event is full
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Beginner Sewing Classes - @ the LJCC
Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
A 3-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 10:50am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
This event is full
Botanical Cyanotype Prints - @ MTNB City Hall
Thu, Jul 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Brook City Hall
Make botanical art with librarians at Mountain Brook City Hall!
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Thu, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
This event is full
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Road - Use Overbrook Road Entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reception Room @ Mountain Brook Presbyterian - 3405 Brookwood Road 35223
Meets at Mountain Brook Presbyterian in the Reception Room, 3405 Brookwood Rd 35223
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.
The Bookies discuss Family of Spies: A WWII Story of ... - by Christine Kuehn
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road
The Bookies is O'Neal Library's Tuesday morning book group. As of June 2026, we will meet at the LJCC on Montclair Road. Visitors and new members are always welcome!
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Informal storytime & lively music that seeks to build positive relationships with books & the library for all ages.
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 9:00am
Beginner Sewing Classes - @ the LJCC
Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
A 3-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 10:50am
Crestline Elementary - Cafeteria
Guide your child through storytime activities designed to boost development for infants to around 18 months.
Registration opens Thursday, July 9 2026 at 9:00am
DIY Pet Toys Volunteer - @ MTNB City Hall
Thu, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Mountain Brook City Hall
Make pet toys with librarians to donate to the Greater Birmingham Humane Society!
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Road - Use Overbrook Road Entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Jul 21, 8:45am - 9:45am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
O'Neal Library Board
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road 35213
Meeting at the Levite Jewish Community Center (3960 Montclair Rd 35213)
Beginner Sewing Classes - @ the LJCC
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
A 3-week course teaching basics for machine sewing.
This event is full
Neurodivergent Community Group
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
A social group for Neurodivergent adults that meets bi-monthly, providing peer support and opportunities for resource sharing.
Book It to City Hall - Mini Adult Summer Reading
Fri, Jul 24, 9:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
a nostalgic little treat for anyone who remembers the thrill of reading for rewards
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Road - Use Overbrook Road Entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Teen Advisory Board - Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream @ Lane Park
Mon, Jul 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library
EARN VOLUNTEER HOURS AND IMPROVE THE O'NEAL LIBRARY'S YOUNG ADULT SERVICES!
Book It to City Hall - Mini Adult Summer Reading
Fri, Jul 31, 9:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
a nostalgic little treat for anyone who remembers the thrill of reading for rewards
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Rd. - Use Overbrook Road entrance!
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Aug 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Tue, Aug 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Book It to City Hall - Mini Adult Summer Reading
Fri, Aug 07, 9:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
a nostalgic little treat for anyone who remembers the thrill of reading for rewards
Medicare Made Clear: What You Need to Know - Meeting at the LJCC
Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have! Please register for today's program.
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church 3631 Montevallo Rd - use Overbrook Rd entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reception Room @ Mountain Brook Presbyterian - 3405 Brookwood Road 35223
Meets at Mountain Brook Presbyterian in the Reception Room, 3405 Brookwood Rd 35223
The Bookies discuss Vigil - by George Saunders
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road
The Bookies is O'Neal Library's Tuesday morning book group. As of June 2026, we will meet at the LJCC on Montclair Road. Visitors and new members are always welcome!
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Aug 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Book It to City Hall - Mini Adult Summer Reading
Fri, Aug 14, 9:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
a nostalgic little treat for anyone who remembers the thrill of reading for rewards
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church 3631 Montevallo Rd - use Overbrook Rd entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Aug 18, 8:45am - 9:45am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
O'Neal Library Board
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Aug 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church 3631 Montevallo Rd - use Overbrook Rd entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road 35213
Meeting at the Levite Jewish Community Center (3960 Montclair Rd 35213)
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church 3631 Montevallo Rd - use Overbrook Rd entrance
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Sep 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
O'Neal Library Closed - Labor Day
Sat, Sep 05, All day
O’Neal Library
Labor Day
O'Neal Library Closed - Labor Day
Sun, Sep 06, All day
O’Neal Library
Labor Day
O'Neal Library Closed - Labor Day
Mon, Sep 07, All day
O’Neal Library
Labor Day
The Bookies discuss Audition - by Katie Kitamura
Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:30am
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road
The Bookies is O'Neal Library's Tuesday morning book group. As of June 2026, we will meet at the LJCC on Montclair Road. Visitors and new members are always welcome!
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Medicare Made Clear: What You Need to Know - Meeting at Mtn Brook Presbyterian Church
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church - 3405 Brookwood Road
Medicare can be confusing, but the presentation today should help clarify the process. Bring any questions you might have!
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Rd - Use Overbrook Road entrance!
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Great Short Stories - A reading & discussion group
Mon, Sep 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reception Room @ Mountain Brook Presbyterian - 3405 Brookwood Road 35223
Meets at Mountain Brook Presbyterian in the Reception Room, 3405 Brookwood Rd 35223
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Sep 15, 8:45am - 9:45am
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
O'Neal Library Board
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Tue, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - Senior Lounge
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Rd - Use Overbrook Road entrance!
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Sep 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
ZOOM
This free, eight-week course will provide an introduction to American Sign Language. Classes meet via Zoom. Registration is required.
Mah Jongg Meet Up - now at Mtn Brook Baptist Church! - No registration required for most skill levels.
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Brook Baptist Church - 3631 Montevallo Rd - Use Overbrook Road entrance!
While the Library is undergoing an interior renovation, we will meet at Mtn Brook Baptist Church at 3631 Montevallo Road -use the Overbrook Road entrance! See full description for more information.
MBLF Meeting - MBLF Meeting
Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
MBLF Meeting
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Levite Jewish Community Center - 3960 Montclair Road 35213
Meeting at the Levite Jewish Community Center (3960 Montclair Rd 35213)
See all events