Sherry Blanton Presents: "Unexpected Places and Ways to Garden" - May 2nd at 2 PM
From front yards, driveways, decks to rocks, gardens can be grown in many places, many sizes and in many containers. Please join us to see some of the fascinating ways to have a garden. (3 Rewards)
Using the Alabama Virtual Library - May 3rd at 2 PM
Learn all about the FREE and valuable resources available from the Alabama Virtual Library (AVL). Legal forms, free tutoring, online archives, encyclopedias, digital historic photo archives and language learning are just a few! (3 Rewards)
Spring Book Sale - May 6th from 10 AM - 4 PM
Join us for our Spring Book Sale! Hardcovers $2 / Paperbacks $1. Friends of the Library members receive 50% off the total sale price! To join the Friends of the Library, please sign up at the Main Circulation Desk or visit publiclibrary.cc/friends. Memberships start at $10 for an individual per year. Memberships will also be available at the book sale!
Susan Boyer presents: "Big Trouble on Sullivan's Island - Wednesday May 17th at 2:30 PM
Join USA Today Best Seller and Agatha Award-Winning author Susan M. Boyer as she presents her new book “Big Trouble on Sullivan’s Island”. A brand new mystery filled with unpredictable twists, a cast of eccentric and charming characters, and the delightfully Southern voice for which Boyer is celebrated. Susan's book will be available for purchase at the event. Note - This program will be held on a WEDNESDAY at 2:30 PM!
(3 Rewards)
Summer Reading Program "All Together" - Registration begins on May 30th. Visit publiclibrary.cc/summerreading to start!
FREE Computer Classes - Every Tuesday at 9 AM
Join us at the Carver Branch Library for FREE computer classes! To see what classes will be offered each month, be sure to check out our calendar at publiclibrary.cc/class.
The Carver Branch Library is located at 722 W 14th St, Anniston AL.
Model City Chess Club - May 20th at 1:30 PM
Meets the 3rd Saturday of each month. For all ages, beginner to advanced. FREE and open to the public.
Living (PG-13) - May 1st at Noon
In 1950s London, a humorless bureaucrat decides to take time off work to experience life after receiving a grim diagnosis.
Devotion (PG-13) - May 8th at Noon
A pair of U.S. Navy fighter pilots risk their lives during the Korean War and become some of the Navy's most celebrated wingmen.
The Fabelmans (PG-13) - May 15th at Noon
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.
Stars Fell Again (PG-13) - May 22nd at Noon
Bryce is ready to propose to Madison while they visit her family for Christmas. However, the spontaneous wedding of Madison's sister Harper throws Bryce's perfect proposal plans into a tailspin.
Teen B.Y.O.B Club - May 4th at 4 PM
TEENS Got a book you read recently that you absolutely loved and want to share with others? The first Thursday of every month bring a book you can't wait to rave about, enjoy snacks and hear what awesome gems others have found for your TBR.
Anime Club - May 11th at 4 PM
Come to the Ayers Room to watch a new anime title and enjoy Japanese snacks and prizes every month! This month we will be watching YuYu Hakusho
D&D Day at the Library - May 13th at 1 PM
Join us at the Library for D&D and pizza. All skill levels welcome!
Game Night - May 25th at 6 PM
Virtual Reality, (VR users must be 13+), board games, card games, party games! You name it; we'll be playing it. Bring your friends or make some new ones!
All Together Summer Reading Program Registration - May 30th
Be sure to register for our "All Together" Summer Reading Program on May 30th!
Homeschooler Computer Class - May 5th at 11 AM
(Carver Branch Library)
Learn how to do everything from spreadsheets and resume writing to coding and creating graphics. Held at the Carver Branch Library. 722 W 14th St, Anniston
May Teen Take and Make Crafts
This month for our teen take & makes we will be making Bullet Journals and Stress Less Kits! Offered to teens only. One craft per teen please. Pick up in the YA Department.
Lego League, May 10th at 3:30 PM
Come build Lego challenges and win door prizes in the Children's Department! Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 3:30 PM
Sensory Storytime, Tuesdays at 10 AM
Come back to the library and join us for Storytime every Tuesday at 10 am in the Ayer's Room! This will be a socially distanced story time with a craft. A recording of the story will be made available on Facebook.
Pick-Up Craft, Weekly in May
Each week a new craft will be available. You can pick up a kit in the Children's Department.
All Together Summer Reading Program - Begins May 15th
A reminder that our "All Together" Summer Reading Program begins May 15th! You can scan the QR code on the image, or click it to be taken directly to the registration page!
May the Fourth be With You - April 17 - May 3
Enter to win a Star Wars backpack full of Star Wars goodies by stopping by the desk in the children's department and saying the phrase "May the Force be with you." The drawing will be done on May 4th. (For children aged 12 and under.) Drawing will be held on May 4th. Winner will be notified and also posted on our Facebook and Instagram page.
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