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Exam Breaks
2025-12-18 10:00:00 2025-12-18 18:00:00 America/Chicago Exam Breaks Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week! O’Neal Library -

Thursday, December 18
10:00am - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-18 10:00:00 2025-12-18 18:00:00 America/Chicago Exam Breaks Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week! O’Neal Library -

Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week!

The O'Neal Library is a popular place for students to cram for final exams. Extra tables, outlets, whiteboards, and office supplies will be available on the 2nd Floor starting December 1, until December 18.

Don't forget to take breaks between your study sessions! Join us for these additional destress activities at the library:

  • Dec 15, 3-5PM: Free coffee & hot cocoa bar at the Entrance. Enjoy a free snack and quick destress activity on the 2nd Floor! 
  • Dec 16, 1-3PM: Free coffee & hot cocoa bar at the Entrance. Extra study tables are available in the Community Meeting Room!
  • Dec 17, 1-3PM: Free coffee & hot cocoa bar at the Entrance.
  • Dec 18, 1-3PM: You're almost there! The O'Neal Library is cheering you on (with coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and destress activities).

Snacks and quick destress activities are available to students on the 2nd Floor at 10AM-6PM during Exam Breaks.

Exam Breaks services and programs are for students in grades 7-12. Got questions? Email young adult librarians Michelle Cheng and Henry Goff at teens@oneallibrary.org.

AGE GROUP: | Teens (Grades 7-12) |

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Phone: (205) 879-0459
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We're closed Tuesday November 11 due to Veteran's Day
Mon, Nov 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 11 Closed
(Veteran's Day)
Wed, Nov 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 16 2:00PM to 6:00PM
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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
Registration is now closed
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!
Registration is now closed
O'Neal Library Closed - Veterans Day
Tue, Nov 11, All day
O’Neal Library
Happy Veterans Day!
Gentle Yoga NO YOGA NOV 11TH - 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.
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.
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.
Crafternoon: Water Candles
Wed, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Make water candles at the O'Neal Library! Supplies and snacks provided.
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
Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot
Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Dungeon Master Zach Hendrickson will lead a 3-hour D&D game in the Conference Room. Registration is REQUIRED to participate.
This event is full
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
This event is full
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!
This event is full
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
This event is full
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, 8:15am - 9:15am
O’Neal Library
Board Meeting
Rescheduled
O'Neal Library Board of Trustees
Tue, Nov 18, 8:45am - 9:45am
New date Tuesday, November 18, 8:15am - 9:15am
O’Neal Library
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.
Gentle Yoga NO YOGA NOV 11TH - 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.
This event is full
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.
DIY Yums: Hot Cocoa Lab
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Make hot cocoa spoons and spheres at O'Neal Library! Ingredients and supplies provided. Registration REQUIRED.
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
BiblioTherapy - This is a book club, not real therapy!
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library
Find comfort among books and fellow teen readers. Don't forget your library card!
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
Game On Again (Again) - with Prizes!
Fri, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop-in and game at O'Neal Library. Free snack provided.
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
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
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 NO YOGA NOV 11TH - 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.
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Dec 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
EARN VOLUNTEER HOURS AND IMPROVE THE O'NEAL LIBRARY'S YOUNG ADULT SERVICES!
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Dec 02, 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 18 2025 at 9:00am
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.
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Dec 02, 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 18 2025 at 9:00am
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.
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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, Dec 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 19 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 19 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Dec 03, 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 19 2025 at 9:00am
Book Buddies Donation Party
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
JWC Fundraising Event
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Game On! Join us for tabletop and video games. Drop Off Program
Hanukkah Pajamakkah - PJ Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Wear your PJ's for an hour of fun holiday games, crafts, stories, and treats. All ages with adult.
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 showing of a fan favorite Jane Austen movie adaptation
Storytime at the Mountain Brook Holiday Parade - a Pop-Up Storytime
Sun, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
under the Bromberg's tree AFTER the Mountain Brook Chamber Holiday Parade
Join us under the Bromberg's tree AFTER the Mountain Brook Chamber Holiday Parade for a special Pop-Up Storytime. Parade starts at 3:00.
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!
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Dec 09, 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, December 2 2025 at 9:00am
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!
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Dec 09, 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, December 2 2025 at 9:00am
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!
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
Family Night - How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room,Conference Room
Join us for the original 1966 Dr. Seuss's How The Grinch That Stole Christmas w/a surprise visit from Mrs. Claus after. Light dinner provided staring at 5:15 pm, followed by the show at 5:30 pm.
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Dec 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 3 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Dec 10, 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, December 3 2025 at 9:00am
Winecraft: Embossed Foil Ornaments - with Dabble Arts Studio
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Embossed foil ornaments
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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) - DIY New Year's Headbands
Thu, Dec 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Let's Get Crafty! Get ready for New Year's Eve with DIY 2026 Headbands. Drop Off Program
Writing Workshop with Miriam Calleja
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
O’Neal Library
Join Miriam Calleja for 90 minutes of writing prompts.
Sensory Play, Explore & More - Register for Small Group Play
Fri, Dec 12, 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, November 14 2025 at 9:00am
Sensory Play, Explore & More - Register for Small Group Play
Fri, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 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
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.
Exam Breaks
Mon, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week!
Illustrator Art Club - art inspired by Beatrix Potter
Mon, Dec 15, 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: Beatrix Potter
Registration opens Monday, November 17 2025 at 9:00am
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
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Dec 16, 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 Wednesday, December 10 2025 at 9:00am
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.
Exam Breaks
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week!
Patty Cake - Lapsit Storytime (infants up to age 18 month)
Tue, Dec 16, 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 Wednesday, December 10 2025 at 9:00am
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!
LOL Story Adventure - laugh out loud storytime for Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Tue, Dec 16, 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, Dec 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
O’Neal Library
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 10 2025 at 9:00am
Exam Breaks
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week!
Toddler Tales Storytime - Directed Movement (toddlers to around age 3)
Wed, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
O’Neal Library
Establish routine & build attention and literacy skills.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 10 2025 at 9:00am
Movers & Makers - Kindergarten Prep Storytime (ages 3-5)
Wed, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Build cooperation, reading, and school readiness skills through stories, movement activities, and creative expression.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 10 2025 at 9:00am
Fancy Nancy Hairdo Hullabaloo
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
O’Neal Library - Storytelling Room
Children can get their whimsy on & get their hair styled like Fancy Nancy in her books. No appointments. Sign up when you get to the Children's Department (expect a wait).
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
Exam Breaks
Thu, Dec 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm
O’Neal Library
Study at the O'Neal Library! Free snacks, extra tables, and more are provided to get you through finals week!
All Together Storytime - all ages informal storytime
Thu, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 5:10pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Movie & Popcorn: Elio (3:30-5:10) Drop Off Program
Camp Half-Blood at O'Neal Library
Fri, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
IYKYK: Blue food, capture the flag, and crafts!
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.
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Jan 19, 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 20, 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 20, 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.
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Jan 26, 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 27, 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 27, 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.
Books & Beyond - Reading & Viewing Discussion Group
Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
O’Neal Library - Conference Room
Book clubbing, outside the box!
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Luminous Legends: Tchaikovsky & Brahms
Fri, Jan 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alys Stephens Center for Performing Arts - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant will receive one voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra's weekend's performances.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:00am
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Luminous Legends: Tchaikovsky & Brahms
Fri, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center for Performing Arts - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant will receive one voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra's weekend's performances.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:00am
Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents: - Luminous Legends: Tchaikovsky & Brahms
Sat, Jan 31, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Alys Stephens Center for Performing Arts - Jemison Concert Hall
Each registrant will receive one voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra's weekend's performances.
Registration opens Monday, January 5 2026 at 9:00am
Mahjong Meet Up
Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
O’Neal Library - Community Meeting Room
Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Beginner American Sign Language (ASL) Classes - for teens and adults
Tue, Feb 03, 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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