Teen Takeover

Parkway Branch

It's time for Teen Takeover at the Parkway Branch! Come hang out with us in the Parkway Meeting Room for some awesome teen fun! We’ll have video games, board games, crafts, and so much more! Join the takeover every Thursday—it’s going to be a blast!

Chess Club for Everyone at Semmes

Semmes Regional Library

Beginners and experienced players welcome! Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Semmes Library for chess club designed for ages 6 and up.

Fairhope Farmers Market

Fairhope Public Library

Join us for Fairhope's Spring/Summer Farmers Market, starting April 3rd! The market will be held every Thursday afternoon from 3 PM to 6 PM behind the Fairhope Public Library. Discover a wide array of fresh produce, homemade breads, honey, locally-raised beef, and much more! There will also be face painting for the kids each week, along with exciting giveaways! Support your local farmers and small businesses by shopping at the Fairhope Farmers Market this spring! Parking: Farmers market visitors can park on Magnolia Avenue in designated spots marked “farmers market parking only.” Additional parking is available in Arts Alley! You can also call the Downtown shuttle for a ride directly to the farmers market

Great Movie Adventure (Transformers One)

Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library

Join us at the Toulminville Branch for movies and snacks! Join us for the feature film Transformers One (2024), PG | 1 hr 34 min.; TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of OPTIMUS PRIME and MEGATRON, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Registration is recommended! To register or for more information, please email Melissa Davis at mdavis@mplonline.org or call 251-494-4892. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

Throwdown Thursday

West Regional Library

Afterschool in the Teen Space at West Regional Library! This is a laid-back meetup to unwind playing games with other teens. We play lots of video games, both new and classic – Playstation, Nintendo and Xbox available. We also have board games and other tabletop activities. There are computers to play on as well if you enjoy PC games. It’s all about unwinding and having fun after school. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

Rock n’ Storytime

West Regional Library

It’s story-time with a musical twist. Experience your favorite stories old and new, come to life with narrator and, guitarist Mr. Dave, and of course, you. Each meeting, we’ll read a story together, and perform one or two sing-alongs as well.

Young Artist in Aprons Paint Club

Grand Bay Library

Calling young artists! If you have a passion for painting, join us at the Grand Bay Library for fun, friends and paint projects. Pre-drawn canvases and paints are provided.

Kids Pokemon Club

Foley Public Library

Age Group: Children, Big Kids, Tweens, Teens Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on May 22, 2025 @ 4:00pm. This event is for registrants age 6 to 18. Program Description Event Details Pokemon: Bring your collection of Pokemon cards to trade or play with friends! For ages 6-18. Calling all young Pokémon Trainers! Join us for a fun hour of all things Pokémon—trade cards, show off your collection, battle with friends, or relax and watch the show. Whether you're new to the world of Pokémon or a seasoned collector, there's something for everyone at Kids Pokémon Club!

Farmer’s Market Storytime – Outside

Fairhope Public Library

Come see Ms. Grace behind Fairhope Public Library during the City of Fairhope’s Farmer’s Market for a very special outdoor storytime and activity

S’mores on the Shore

Gulf Place 101 Gulf Shores Parkway

S’mores on the Shore Campfires, music, s’mores, and so much more will be the scene as the City of Gulf Shores hosts S’mores on the Shore on Thursday, May 22. The fun will begin at 6 p.m. at Gulf Place, 101 Gulf Shores Parkway. This family-friendly event will feature free items and activities, such as s’mores packets, a live DJ, a balloon artist, and face painting! Our friends from the Lions Club will be selling hotdogs, chips, and drinks at the event, and our friends from the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo will also be present! Families are encouraged to bring their blankets, chairs, and friends and relax on the beautiful, white sand of the Gulf Shores Public Beach. "2010 marked the inaugural S'mores on the Shore event, which has become one of our most popular events among residents and guests,” said Brigette Reynolds, Special Events Manager. “I am proud to have fostered starting this event! Seeing it become a tradition is truly rewarding. We are thrilled to bring free fun and excitement to our community, and we can’t wait to see you there!"

Puppy Palooza at Eastern Shore Centre

30500 State Hwy 181 Suite 414, Spanish Fort, AL

It’s time to {PAW}TY Join us on Saturday, May 24 from 11 AM – 2 PM on The Green near California Dreaming for the {first} Puppy Palooza at Eastern Shore Centre! This event will feature live music, pet adoptions, a fido marketplace, doggy activities, K9 splash zone, pop-up + retailer pop-ups, puppy palooza SWAG, giveaways, + MORE! There is something for the whole family, two legged and four legged alike!  Puppy Palooza benefits our friends at the Baldwin Humane Society!  Interested in being a vendor? Contact Sidney Carol at scbarnhardt@crawfordsq.com!

Spring/Summer Market in the Park

Cathedral Square, Mobile, Alabama

Shop locally grown, locally produced and handmade items at Market in the Park!  This spring/summer, Market in the Park will run every Saturday from April 26 through June 28. Explore a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce, artisanal goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in Cathedral Square.  We're proud to support our community with a selection of vendors who accept SNAP benefits, making fresh, healthy options accessible to all. Every Saturday, the market will open at Cathedral Square at 7:30 a.m. and close at noon. Learn more and register to become a vendor at www.cityofmobile.org/events!

STREAM Saturday: Kinesiology

Mardi Gras Park

Registration is open for our next STREAM Saturday event, happening Saturday, May 24! This time we are partnering with MPRD Fitness and the Gulf Coast Fitness Palooza to present  Kinesiology: The Science of Movement ! Have you ever wondered how muscles work or why some people run faster than others? Young "STREAMers" are invited to Mardi Gras Park where they will explore how muscles and bones work together by dissecting frog specimens and uncovering the secrets of motion.  They will also be able to roll up their sleeves and build their very own model arm to see biomechanics in action!  Come out to learn the science behind every step, jump and stretch!  Limited spots are available so be sure to sign up for this  event today! https://mprd.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail... *Please note that pre-registration IS required. There will be no on-site registration for this event.*  The rain location will be James Seals Community Center, located at 540 Texas Street.

Doughnut and Juice Jump!

Pump it Up Mobile

Visit us, get wiggles out, and enjoy your weekend! $13 + tax per child. Price includes a Krispy Kreme doughnut and a juice for the kids! All pre paid spaces are NON REFUNDABLE and NON TRANSFERABLE to another day/time

Saturday Story Time & Craft

Foley Public Library

Event Details Our Saturday Story Times are for all ages. Bring the family and enjoy some songs, a book, and a craft!

Saturday Anime Hangout

Semmes Regional Library

Welcome teens to the world of anime and manga at Semmes Regional Library! Join us every month in the meeting room for anime movies and shows, games, manga and more. Teens ages 12-18 welcome.

Saturday Crafternoon (Collaborative Art Project)

Mobile Public Library- Theodore Oaks Branch

Let’s enjoy making crafts together! Join us every Saturday at the Theodore Oaks Branch to get creative and make a fun craft. This Saturday, we will host an exciting collaborative art project to decorate the library for summer! Join us and let's create something amazing together. This program is ideal for children ages 6 – 11, but all ages are welcome. Supplies and space are limited though, and participation is on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, please email theocir@mplonline.org or call (251) 662-7674. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

Summer Movie Daze (How to Train Your Dragon)

Parkway Branch

Beat the heat, bring in the family to enjoy a movie and popcorn at the Parkway Branch! Bring the family and Join us as we watch the feature film How to Train Your Dragon (2010) PG | 1hr. 30 mins. A misfit Viking teen befriends a dragon, despite his tribe's tradition of dragon slaying, in this adaptation of the children's fantasy book by Cressida Cowell.     Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

Free Memorial Day Concert

Medal of Honor Park

Come join us for an evening of music honoring those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Pull up a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the fabulous music performed by our all volunteer band. As always, ALL concerts are FREE!

Breakthrough Teens Glow in the Dark Party

Hillsdale Community Center & Park

Calling all teens! What better way to kickoff the summer than a pool party? Join Breakthrough Teens for an unforgettable night at their Glow in the Dark Pool Party, taking place Saturday, May 24 at the Hillsdale Community Center!  The fun begins at 8:00 p.m. Enjoy great food from food trucks, groove to the beat with awesome music, and get ready for games that will light up the night!  Don’t miss out on the ultimate summer kickoff!  Tell your friends and turn your post notifications on, and get ready to make memories that will shine all summer long!