Ho Ho Holiday photo time with Santa at The Wharf on weekends from November 10 - Christmas Eve. HE’S REALLY HERE. The Jolly Claus has checked his list already — twice, actually — so make sure you are on your best behavior when you snap a frame-worthy photo. Children can also bring their wish list letters to give to him or write one in his village. November 10 - December 24 | Times vary Open weekends only. Special holiday hours apply. Regular Hours Friday: 3–6 pm Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm Sunday: Noon – 6 pm Special Hours November 28 (Christmas Tree Lighting): 5:30 - 9:30 pm December 16-23: 10 am – 6 pm December 24 (Christmas Eve): 10 am – 2 pm Where: The Wharf Store, Suite D118 | next to the Boat Bar Cost: Various photo packages available

A photographer will be available for professional pictures, five images for $30 paid to the photographer. We look forward to seeing you all at our Christmas Tree Fundraiser.

Join us for Saturday Science where activities will be ongoing Saturday, 11:30am - 3:30pm! Every week the schedules and demos change so check out what’s happening this weekend! General admission for non-members. Free for Exploreum members. Additional cost for Digital Dome movies. Fear exhibit included in admission as well. Schedules and demos are subject to change based on special events, weather, staffing, and other unforeseen circumstances. Check with our Box Office upon arrival for the current schedule.

Join us to kick off the holidays with our Annual Tree Lighting event with local school choirs, hot chocolate and refreshments. Plus a grand appearance from Santa Claus.

Join us for Daphne's Annual Tree Lighting Thursday, featuring musical guests Roman Street, November 30, 2023 at Daphne City Hall! It all starts at 6:00 PM - train rides, caroling, children's activities and more!

You can’t catch me, I’m the Gingerbread Man!  Chase our giant gingerbread man around the West Regional library. When you find him, take a selfie or just come to the desk and tell us where you found him. Prizes will be rewarded each time “Gingy” is found. The Gingerbread Man will be in a new place every day in December. Post your picture on Facebook or X and use #MobileGingerbreadMan and we will share it! For more information, please call 251-340-1588 or email Ms. Coxe at ccoxe@mplonline.org.

Strike up the fun! Playing memory games can improve other brain functions, such as attention, concentration, and focus. Join us a the Toulminville Branch by playing and testing your memorization skills. For more information for this event please email mdavis@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4982.

Book Worm Book Club at Ben May Main Library! Welcome early readers to your very own book club! We plan to share a story and get creative with a craft based on the book. Let’s enjoy the love of reading and get creative together. This program is designed for young readers ages 5 – 8. While registration is not required, the nature of this program prevents us from being able to accommodate large groups. If you have questions or need more information, please email mainyou@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-1507.

All ages club – beginners and experienced players welcome! Join us in the Meeting Room every Monday to learn how to play or improve your skill at the game of chess! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. No experience is necessary to join the club – just enthusiasm and good sportsmanship! If you have questions, or need additional information, please email Christina Coxe at ccoxe@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-1588.

Join us in the youth programming room to enjoy storytime with books, songs, fingerplays, and more! Stimulate your baby’s developing senses and help them build listening and memory skills that can help your baby grow up to be a reader. Enjoy meeting other parents and their little ones and making new friends. For more information, please call (251)340-1507 or emailmainyou@mplonline.org.

Supporting homeschool families at West Regional Library! Homeschool Connect at West Regional Library Supporting homeschool families! Homeschool families are encouraged to join us in the Meeting Room or fun and engaging monthly programs for the whole family. For more information, please email West Regional Youth Services at westyou@mplonline.org or call (251) 340-8571.

Entertaining storytime designed for preschool-aged children! Need some time out of the house? Join us in the Meeting Room at the Grand Bay Library for fun stories, song and crafts. This program will ignite creativity, spark curiosity, and stimulate the imagination! For more information, please email Ms. Dupree at fdupree@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-2207.

Do you know your left from your right! Come join us at the Toulminville Branch and test your ability to follow directions with this challenge to win a sweet treat. We hope to see you there! For more information for this event please email mdavis@mplonline.org or call (251) 494-4982.

Children learn as they play. Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning. Join us in the youth programming room to enjoy crafts, phonics games, math games, and more! Make friends and have fun while practicing all the skills needed for rocking Kindergarten and 1st grade! For more information, please call 251-340-1507 or email mainyou@mplonline.org.

Join us at Semmes Regional Library!  Use your imagination and challenge your building skills with Lego activities! This program is designed for children ages 6 – 18. For more information, please call 251-494-4935 or email Callie Kelley at ckelley@mplonline.org.

Join us at The Haunted Book Shop on December 8th, 6-8pm, for a double dose of Artwalk fun with Rebecca Barrett and Carrie Dalby.

Hosted by the Historic Mobile Preservation Society, the third annual Holiday Homes Tour will take place on Saturday December 16, 2023, and will feature six historic homes along Government St. and in the Oakleigh Garden District. The tour will also feature All Saints Episcopal Church at the corner of Government and S Ann St. Each location will be beautifully decorated for the holidays, including the garden next door to 1070 Government St. Doors will open at 11 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. Live music and refreshments will be featured at The Historic Oakleigh House all day and there will be a variety of vendors including So Jam Delicious and Dog Days Barkery. Tickets include a tour of the house and admittance to Candlelight Christmas at Oakleigh that same evening from 5pm-7pm. Tickets for the 2023 Mobile Historic Homes Tour are $35. Tickets can be purchased in Oakleigh’s gift shop, by calling the HMPS office at 251-432-1281, or visiting www.historicmobile.org/events. Tickets will also be sold the day of the event at The Historic Oakleigh House. The Historic Mobile Preservation Society is very excited about this year’s tour. The Holiday Homes Tour is a chance for Mobilians to physically immerse themselves in the architectural history of the city of Mobile. By purchasing tickets, you are helping the Historic Mobile Preservation Society fulfill its mission to advocate for the preservation of Mobile’s historic resources. The Helmer House circa 1898 - 950 Government St. The Martin Lyon Horst House circa 1854- 907 Government St. Blacksher Hall, Hearin House, Shriners Abba Temple circa 1898 - 1056 Government St The Piser-Drinkard House circa 1903- 1070 Government St. The Inge-Bishop House circa 1911 - 1410 Government St. The Lott-Cobb House circa 1908 – 202 Rapier St. All Saints’ Episcopal Church circa 1915- 151 S Ann St.