From Penguins to Plankton with Jim McClintock
2022-07-21 19:00:00
2022-07-21 20:30:00
America/Chicago
From Penguins to Plankton with Jim McClintock
Take a look back as world-renowned researcher and Endowed Professor of Polar and Marine Biology, Jim McClintock, Ph.D., presents a discussion about the impacts of climate change on Antarctica.
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Thursday, July 21
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library
The Library TheatreTake a look back as world-renowned researcher and Endowed Professor of Polar and Marine Biology, Jim McClintock, Ph.D., presents a discussion about the impacts of climate change on Antarctica.
McClintock is a prolific scholar and a Fellow in the prestigious Explorer’s Club. He and his research collaborators are among the world’s authorities on Antarctic marine chemical ecology and drug discovery, and have developed an award-winning interactive educational outreach web site (UAB In Antarctica). McClintock’s book Lost Antarctica: Adventures in a Disappearing Land earned international praise.
Can't make it in person? The program will also be live-streamed via Facebook and Youtube.
Hoover Public Library
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Hoover Public Library
| Mon, Oct 26 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Nov 01 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
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200 Municipal Drive
Hoover, AL 35216
Hoover, AL 35216
Tel: 205-444-7800
About the branch
Located in Hoover, Alabama, at 200 Municipal Drive, the Hoover Public Library has been operating since 1983. The Hoover Public Library seeks to reinvent the way communities view libraries. As the heart and soul of the Hoover community, we are more than just a library. We’re the place you come to meet your friends, experience live theater, peruse art, listen to music, entertain your children, learn about new technology, seek job searching assistance, explore your interests, find good book recommendations and much, much more. We seek to grow our patronage by offering an unparalleled customer experience.
Upcoming events
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Tue, Oct 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Calling all lovers of all things spooky! Join us for spooky tales, creepy book recs and a ghoulish treat. Grades 4-6. Registration required.
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn how to keep critical information accessible when it matters most.
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Wed, Oct 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Meetup and play Mah Jongg.
Thu, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Thu, Oct 29, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Thu, Oct 29, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Plaza
Shiver with antici...pation for our adult Halloween party! 18+
Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library
Trick or Treat at the library from 10 AM - 2 PM!
Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 27 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Plaza,Public Kitchen
Meeting at 10:30 am. Program follows immediately.
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn about Social Security from financial advisor David S. LeCompte.
Tue, Nov 03, All day
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Theatre Conference Room
Presidential General Election
Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 28 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 28 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Tue, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn formatting and strategies for creating your first resume. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Wed, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:15am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 30 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 05, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 30 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 05, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, October 30 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Dr. Erin Wilbanks shares neuroscience-based tools for peak performance and well-being.
This event is full
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dive into a game of Dungeons & Dragons designed for kids! Grades 3-6. Registration required.
This event is full
Fri, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Teen Department
Sign up for a season-long D&D adventure across three sessions for the fall! Grades 7-12. Registration is required and is for all three dates.
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Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn Aviorte broad-edge script with Dexter Stone.
Sun, Nov 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Honoring this month's featured artists
Mon, Nov 09, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Nov 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Financial Advisor Berry Marshall will teach you what you need to do to prepare for retirement.
Tue, Nov 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 4 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
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Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 4 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
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Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Test your building skills as you compete using LEGOs to build the prompt and have others guess your creation! Grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 27 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Explore stories of tattooing in early America with Dr. Mairin Odle.
Tue, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Renowned fingerstyle guitarist returns to Hoover
Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 12, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 12, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1954, NR, 123 min.
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Celebrate 100 years in the Hundred Acre Woods with games and crafts for the whole family.
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2026, NR, 26 min.
Sun, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Mon, Nov 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 10 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Nov 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Create a custom silhouette portrait.
Tue, Nov 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, November 12 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, November 12 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
One-hour open lab for questions about computers and related technology issues. Registration required. One slot per patron.
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Experience a guided, live sound bath to help your brain and body release stress. Led by Sound Bath instructor Marcus Dunning. Grades 4-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Tue, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Make a cookie dough base and add fun mix-ins to create unique cookie creations. Take your dough home, bake and enjoy! Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
String Quartet performs music from famed Japanese animated films.
Wed, Nov 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Paint a brick to look like your favorite holiday book.
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Paint a brick to look like your favorite holiday book.
This event is full
Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Inverness Nature Park and Trails
Join library storytellers for a short group hike hearing stories & making discoveries along the way. All ages welcome.
Registration opens Thursday, November 5 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Paint a brick to look like your favorite holiday book.
Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Broaden your skills for researching your family history.
Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 13 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 19, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 13 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 19, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, November 13 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Inverness Nature Park and Trails
Join library storytellers for a short group hike hearing stories & making discoveries along the way. All ages welcome.
Registration opens Saturday, November 7 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Break bread with the Write Club at our second annual Friendsgiving.
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Sun, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,#Plaza Reading Room,Plaza
Explore the world of role-playing games!
Mon, Nov 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
A rave of tiny proportions, specifically designed for children 2 and younger. Sing and dance with your smallest in a gentle rave atmosphere. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, November 9 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2018, PG-13, 117 min.
Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2018, PG-13, 117 min.
Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing, clap and dance along to an interactive showing of Aladdin. (1992, 90 min., G)
Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Hang out and play games with friends. Grades 3-6
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Shake your tail feathers and get your groove on with the whole family!
Sat, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Meet Libby the library dog, learn to draw her and add her to our story. Ages 3-10. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 14 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Nov 30, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 24 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn English Country Dancing with other enthusiasts! Beginners welcome.
Tue, Dec 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 25 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Dec 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 18 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Dec 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Get ready for the holiday season by using watercolors to create gift tags.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 18 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Get ready for the holiday season by using watercolors to create gift tags.
Registration opens Wednesday, November 18 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Thu, Dec 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Get ready for the holiday season by using watercolors to create gift tags.
Registration opens Thursday, November 19 2026 at 9:00am
Thu, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Dec 03, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Dec 03, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Beginner level English classes for adults
Registration is now closed
Fri, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Sat, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Relax on the Plaza with a good book and good companionship.
Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Explore hot and cold with wintry STEAM experiments. STEAM has never been so cool!
Sun, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Exchange houseplants with others.
Sun, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Sun, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Mon, Dec 07, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 1 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Dec 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Public Kitchen,Southern Voices Gallery
Holiday gathering for Friends members!
Mon, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
Mon, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Tue, Dec 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 2 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 2 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Show off your skills and compete in a Mario Kart tournament on the Nintendo Switch 2! Grades 7-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 24 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Using fabric, wrap gifts in a unique and sustainable way.
Wed, Dec 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Entrance Lobby
Gather outside the library for latkes, donuts, music, kid's activities and more!
Thu, Dec 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Simple and straightforward answers from Karen Haiflich
Thu, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, December 4 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Dec 10, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, December 4 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Dec 10, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, December 4 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Dec 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Create festive garlands to add to your holiday decor.
Fri, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Draw along with our storyteller in this storytime where drawing is a part of every story. Ages 5-10. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, November 28 2026 at 9:00am
Fri, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Southern Voices Gallery,Theatre Conference Room
Red Mountain Regency Dance Society hosts a festive night of dancing.
Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Tis the season for a holly jolly storytime! Join us for stories, music and movement for all ages.
Sat, Dec 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Sat, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Sat, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Registration opens Saturday, November 14 2026 at 9:00am
Sun, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Honoring this month's featured artists
Sun, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Mon, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
Mon, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2000, PG-13, 126 min.
Mon, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Mon, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
2000, PG-13, 126 min.
Tue, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing along with your favorite staff during this winter-themed variety show!
Tue, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Sing along with your favorite staff during this winter-themed variety show!
Thu, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring favorite stories selected by our facility dog, Libby! Ages 3-8.
Thu, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Teen Department
A drop-in friendly D&D adventure for new or returning players! Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, December 10 2026 at 5:30pm
Thu, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Play for fun and for prizes.
Fri, Dec 18, All day
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Embrace the holiday season Hygge-style. Celebrate with friends and family in the Children's Department with themed crafts and chill activities.
Fri, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1947, NR, 115 min.
Sat, Dec 19, All day
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Embrace the holiday season Hygge-style. Celebrate with friends and family in the Children's Department with themed crafts and chill activities.
Sat, Dec 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Annual holiday gathering with snacks, White Elephant and good cheer
Sat, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Sun, Dec 20, All day
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Embrace the holiday season Hygge-style. Celebrate with friends and family in the Children's Department with themed crafts and chill activities.
Sun, Dec 20, 1:15pm - 4:15pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1965, G, 174 min.
Mon, Dec 21, All day
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Embrace the holiday season Hygge-style. Celebrate with friends and family in the Children's Department with themed crafts and chill activities.
Mon, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Mon, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
The original 1966 Christmas classic!
Tue, Dec 22, All day
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Embrace the holiday season Hygge-style. Celebrate with friends and family in the Children's Department with themed crafts and chill activities.
Wed, Dec 23, All day
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Embrace the holiday season Hygge-style. Celebrate with friends and family in the Children's Department with themed crafts and chill activities.
Mon, Dec 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Circulation Lobby
Meet our facility dog, Libby.
Tue, Dec 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
Sat, Jan 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Calligraphy Calendar Workshop
Registration opens Saturday, December 19 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jan 04, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 29 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms,Friends Gallery,Public Kitchen
Meeting at 10:30 am. Program follows immediately. Matina E. Johnson, Fine Arts Manager of the Library Theatre, shares her experiences in the ring with her Yorkshire Terrier.
Mon, Jan 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
Mon, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1993, PG, 101 min.
Mon, Jan 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Jan 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1993, PG, 101 min.
Tue, Jan 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 30 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 30 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Multi-part series presented by the Alzheimer's Association
Tue, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
As January brings a fresh calendar year, the night skies offer the perfect map for resetting your energy and aligning your intentions.
Wed, Jan 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Bring your tiles and mat and get ready for a fun evening of Mah Jongg!
Thu, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald Room
Share your passion for reading with others!
Thu, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 28 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 07, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 28 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 07, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 28 2026 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Teen Department
A drop-in friendly D&D adventure for new or returning players! Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, December 31 2026 at 5:30pm
Thu, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Fri, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Draw along with our storyteller in this storytime where drawing is a part of every story. Ages 5-10. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 28 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Hoover Public Library - Children's Department
Hop in your apple car and join us for activities and crafts based on Richard Scarry's Busytown.
Sat, Jan 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Adult Program Room
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Sat, Jan 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Plaza Reading Room
Learn the basic stitch required for knitting.
Registration opens Saturday, December 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jan 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Learn the basics of crochet.
Registration opens Saturday, December 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Share your love of fiber arts!
Sat, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Online
Feed your need for nonfiction titles and bookish conversations.
Registration opens Saturday, December 12 2026 at 9:00am
Sun, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Sun, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Honoring this month's featured artists
Sun, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Sunday afternoon book group for adults.
Sun, Jan 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Theatre Level
The Library Theatre 2026-2027. Join us for our 34th Season!
Mon, Jan 11, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 5 2027 at 9:00am
Mon, Jan 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
Mon, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Drop in to help community organizations help those in need.
Mon, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Tue, Jan 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 6 2027 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 6 2027 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Join us for a fun-filled adventure inspired by Jory John's popular characters like the Bad Seed, the Cool Bean and the Couch Potato. Grades 1-3. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 29 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Bring a book and learn how to paint its edges. A small selection of books will be available to those who do not bring one to paint. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 28 2026 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the secrets of making delicious healthy snacks for the new year.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 29 2026 at 9:00am
Wed, Jan 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Thu, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Participate in our first ever Homeschool Science Fair! Grades 3-7. Registration opens Dec 3. Call 205-444-7830 to register.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Thu, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Participate in our first ever Homeschool Science Fair! Grades 8-12. Registration opens Dec 3. Call 205-444-7830 to register.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Thu, Jan 14, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 8 2027 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 14, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 8 2027 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 14, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 8 2027 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Fri, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
1960, NR, 108 min.
Fri, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dive into a game of Dungeons & Dragons designed for kids! Grades 3-6. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 1 2027 at 9:00am
Fri, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Teen Department
Sign up for a winter-long D&D adventure across two sessions! Grades 7-12. Registration is for both dates. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 28 2026 at 9:00am
Sat, Jan 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Sat, Jan 16, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers.
Sat, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room,Plaza
Learn from UAB experts in neuroscience.
Sun, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Celebrate the end of Fantasy Football season with HPL!
Tue, Jan 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 13 2027 at 9:00am
Tue, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy stories and songs for 18 to 36-month-olds! Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 13 2027 at 9:00am
Wed, Jan 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Dance and play in this interactive movement storytime for children 4 and under!
Wed, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Collage your hopes and dreams for the new year!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 6 2027 at 9:00am
Wed, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Adults enjoy book talks, snacks and prizes with Katie Jane as she shares our favorite youth books of the past year.
Wed, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Collage your hopes and dreams for the new year!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 6 2027 at 9:00am
Thu, Jan 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Collage your hopes and dreams for the new year!
Registration opens Thursday, January 7 2027 at 9:00am
Thu, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 21, 3:50pm - 4:05pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 21, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Reluctant readers are invited to read to our facility dog, Libby, in order to build confidence and strengthen skills. Must be able to read independently. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 15 2027 at 12:00am
Thu, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Put on your PJs and enjoy songs and stories for the whole family!
Thu, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Rob Alley led band plays avant-classic jazz.
Fri, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
The East 59 Café - Lee Branch - East 59 Event Room
Join us at East 59 café in Lee Branch and enjoy a fun storytime for all ages!
Fri, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a storytime featuring favorite stories selected by our facility dog, Libby! Ages 3-8.
Sat, Jan 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
Alabama Ballet's newest outreach program brings beloved children's literature to life. This year's production brings the award-winning picture book "Last Stop on Market Street" to the stage.
Sun, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Hoover Public Library - #Plaza Reading Room,Plaza
Explore the world of role-playing games!
Mon, Jan 25, 9:30am - 10:15am
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Enjoy a brief storytime activity and open-ended play designed for 0 to 18-month-olds. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 19 2027 at 9:00am
Mon, Jan 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
Friends of the Hoover Public Library Board Meeting
Mon, Jan 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn the basics with Frannie James.
Mon, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Youth Program Room
Listen, laugh and learn! One story prompts lots of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. activities designed for 3 to 8-year-olds.
Mon, Jan 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hoover Public Library - Plaza
Hear the authors share stories from the Second Write Club Anthology.
Mon, Jan 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Hoover Public Library - Fitzgerald & Shakespeare Rooms
Learn English Country Dancing with other enthusiasts! Beginners welcome.