Ben May Main Library Hours
Please note that Ben May Main Library will switch to summer hours from May 18 through September 7, 2026, and will be closed on Sundays during this time. Sunday hours will resume at Ben May Main Library after Labor Day on September 7, 2026.
Memorial Day Library Closure
All Mobile Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch:
Online/Virtual
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge
Event Details:
Blast off for a space adventure this May!
Read stories of other worlds and meet fascinating alien creatures. Complete the challenge for a chance to win a plush astronaut!
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Unearth A Story Summer Reading Challenge & Beanstack
05/15/2026 @ 9:00am–07/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch:
Online/Virtual
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge,
Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:
Unearth A Story!
Whether readers are diving into a good book, uncovering hidden histories, or exploring the past, there’s always something new to discover through reading. -collaborative with MPL.
This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch:
Online/Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Contest/Challenge,
Summer Library Celebration
Event Details:
Complete your summer reading goals and receive a Fast Pass!
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
Library Branch:
Ben May Main Library
Room:
Youth Programing Room (Main)
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Let your inner artist shine!
This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch:
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room:
Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes
Learn the art of Qigong! (Registration is required; class is adults only – ages 18 & up)
Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch every other Saturday morning to learn this Chinese system that combines repetitive movements, breathing techniques, focused attention and meditation to achieve harmony and balance.
Registration is required. For more information or to register and reserve your spot in this class, please email Ms. Lee at jlee@mplonline.org or call her at (251)494-4140.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch:
Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library
Room:
Meeting Room (Moorer)
Age Group:
Ages 6-11,
Teens
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Beginners and experienced players welcome!
Playing chess improves concentration and problem-solving skills. Join us at Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch for chess club designed for ages 6 and up.
