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May 18, 2021 - July 30, 2021 @ Hoover Public Library
Friends Mystery Grab Bag Sale2021-05-18T00:00:00Mystery bags of books, DVDs, and Music CDs for sale by the Friends of the Hoover Public Library.
10 items for $5
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Mystery bags of books, DVDs, and Music CDs for sale by the Friends of the Hoover Public Library.
10 items for $5
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June 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021 @ Hoover Public Library
Pets of the Hoover Library Photo Contest2021-06-01T00:00:00Send us a photo of your favorite animal friend enjoying a book or dressed as a literary figure to celebrate our 2021 summer reading theme, Tails and Tales. You and your pet could win a special prize!
1. Send your photo to Deni at hvrefdesk@hooverlibrary.org beginning June 1. Include the animal's name and a caption describing what they are doing. Large and clear images are appreciated.
2. Vote online until July 31. Info on how to vote coming soon!
3. Winners will be announced the first week of August.
All photos must be original work, taken by the entrants. No third party may own or control any materials the photo contains, and the photo must not infringe upon the trademark, copyright, moral rights, intellectual rights, or rights of privacy of any entity or person. By entering this contest, you are giving us permission to post your entry and caption on library social media, the library website and on library property.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Send us a photo of your favorite animal friend enjoying a book or dressed as a literary figure to celebrate our 2021 summer reading theme, Tails and Tales. You and your pet could win a special prize!
1. Send your photo to Deni at hvrefdesk@hooverlibrary.org beginning June 1. Include the animal's name and a caption describing what they are doing. Large and clear images are appreciated.
2. Vote online until July 31. Info on how to vote coming soon!
3. Winners will be announced the first week of August.
All photos must be original work, taken by the entrants. No third party may own or control any materials the photo contains, and the photo must not infringe upon the trademark, copyright, moral rights, intellectual rights, or rights of privacy of any entity or person. By entering this contest, you are giving us permission to post your entry and caption on library social media, the library website and on library property.
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June 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021 @ Hoover Public Library
Tails & Tales Adult Summer Reading2021-06-01T00:00:00Pick up a reading log at the Fiction or Nonfiction desk or register online at hooverlibrary.beanstack.org.
Read or listen to books!
Log titles read. For every five books, register for drawings. Win great prizes donated by the Friends of the Library.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Pick up a reading log at the Fiction or Nonfiction desk or register online at hooverlibrary.beanstack.org.
Read or listen to books!
Log titles read. For every five books, register for drawings. Win great prizes donated by the Friends of the Library.
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June 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021 @ Hoover Public Library
Tails & Tales Kids & Teens Summer Reading2021-06-01T00:00:00Summer Reading at Hoover Library is an annual program that brings children and families into the library for reading and fun.
Read and redeem prizes from June 1 through July 31.
Pick up a reading log at the library or log your reading using the website: hooverlibrary.beanstack.org.
Stop by a kid's desk when you reach a goal to receive a prize.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Summer Reading at Hoover Library is an annual program that brings children and families into the library for reading and fun.
Read and redeem prizes from June 1 through July 31.
Pick up a reading log at the library or log your reading using the website: hooverlibrary.beanstack.org.
Stop by a kid's desk when you reach a goal to receive a prize.
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June 1, 2021, 11:00 AM - July 23, 2021, 1:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Free Summer Meals! 18 Years and Under2021-06-01T11:00:00Federally-funded free lunch program for children. Meals can be picked up drive-thru in the library parking lot.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Federally-funded free lunch program for children. Meals can be picked up drive-thru in the library parking lot.
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June 14, 2021 - June 18, 2021 @ Hoover Public Library
Snap a Selfie with Pokemon Characters!2021-06-14T00:00:00Spot the Pokémon in the library! Snap a selfie with the characters you find and grab a craft after you catch 'em all!
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Spot the Pokémon in the library! Snap a selfie with the characters you find and grab a craft after you catch 'em all!
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June 16, 2021 - June 19, 2021 @ Hoover Met Complex - Baseball Complex/Met
Perfect Game 15U National Elite Championship2021-06-16T00:00:00
Hoover Met Complex - Baseball Complex/Met900 Champion WayHooverAL35244
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June 16, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Storytime Shorts (Online)2021-06-16T10:00:00Get ready for storytime with sign language and thematic rhymes.
HPL Kids Facebook and YouTube
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Get ready for storytime with sign language and thematic rhymes.
HPL Kids Facebook and YouTube
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
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June 16, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Teen Bookclub via Zoom!2021-06-16T18:00:00Read it, love it and discuss it! Meet up on Zoom and discuss "Skyhunter" by Marie Lu.
Zoom Room 1
Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7826 for more information.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Read it, love it and discuss it! Meet up on Zoom and discuss "Skyhunter" by Marie Lu.
Zoom Room 1
Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7826 for more information.
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June 17, 2021, All Day @ The Finley Center at The Hoover Met Complex
Blood Drive2021-06-17T00:00:00
The Finley Center at The Hoover Met Complex 5508 Stadium Trace ParkwayHooverAL35244
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June 17, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Tales with Tails: Tales That Slither @ Veterans Park2021-06-17T10:00:00Get ready to listen, laugh, move, and groove during our summer storytime series featuring two storytellers and our favorite animal tales!
Pick up a craft and a popsicle after the show. This week's animal focus is snakes!
Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Get ready to listen, laugh, move, and groove during our summer storytime series featuring two storytellers and our favorite animal tales!
Pick up a craft and a popsicle after the show. This week's animal focus is snakes!
Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
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June 17, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Felt Cute (Might Read Later) - Corner Bookmark Craft via Zoom2021-06-17T18:00:00Join us on Zoom to hand stitch cute felt corner bookmarks in honor of our summer reading theme: Tails and Tales!
Registration required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7800. Recommended ages 12 & up.
Kits will be available for pick up at the Circulation desk beginning June 10.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Join us on Zoom to hand stitch cute felt corner bookmarks in honor of our summer reading theme: Tails and Tales!
Registration required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7800. Recommended ages 12 & up.
Kits will be available for pick up at the Circulation desk beginning June 10.
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June 17, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Felt Cute (Might Read Later) Corner Bookmark Craft (Online)2021-06-17T18:00:00Join us on Zoom to hand stitch cute felt corner bookmarks in honor of our summer reading theme: Tails and Tales!
Registration required. Recommended ages 12 & up.
Kits will be available for pick up at the Circulation desk beginning June 10.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Join us on Zoom to hand stitch cute felt corner bookmarks in honor of our summer reading theme: Tails and Tales!
Registration required. Recommended ages 12 & up.
Kits will be available for pick up at the Circulation desk beginning June 10.
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June 17, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Neuroscience Cafe: The Relationship Between Spatial Processing and Math: a Block Play Study2021-06-17T18:00:00Presented by Dr.Sharlene D. Newman in conjunction with UAB's Comprehensive Neuroscience Center. Register for the Zoom meeting.
Call 205-444-7840 for more information.
https://uab.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIufuGsrz8uHNFSITq7mnMUQThhvhFXqDyO
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Presented by Dr.Sharlene D. Newman in conjunction with UAB's Comprehensive Neuroscience Center. Register for the Zoom meeting.
Call 205-444-7840 for more information.
https://uab.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIufuGsrz8uHNFSITq7mnMUQThhvhFXqDyO
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June 18, 2021 - June 20, 2021 @ The Finley Center at The Hoover Met Complex
CYBL National Championship2021-06-18T00:00:00
The Finley Center at The Hoover Met Complex 5508 Stadium Trace ParkwayHooverAL35244
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June 18, 2021 - June 20, 2021 @ Hoover Met Complex - Multipurpose Fields
Monkey Up Lacrosse Tournament2021-06-18T00:00:00
Hoover Met Complex - Multipurpose Fields 1060 RV TraceHooverAL35244
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June 18, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Frozen Fridays2021-06-18T16:00:00Pick up a frozen treat to beat the heat!
We will be handing out frozen treats drive-thru style in the library parking lot!
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Pick up a frozen treat to beat the heat!
We will be handing out frozen treats drive-thru style in the library parking lot!
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June 19, 2021, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Write Club via Zoom2021-06-19T10:30:00Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers on Zoom.
Write Club is an informal group where local writers can get together and share pieces of their works (novels, short stories, memoirs, poetry, plays, scripts, articles, essays, etc.) and get feedback and constructive criticism from their peers. We provide a friendly and welcome atmosphere to discuss the craft of writing and share information on local literary events and resources.
This group is open to everyone. To request more information or to sign up for the Write Club's monthly newsletter, email hoover.writeclub@gmail.com.
Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7820 for more information.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers on Zoom.
Write Club is an informal group where local writers can get together and share pieces of their works (novels, short stories, memoirs, poetry, plays, scripts, articles, essays, etc.) and get feedback and constructive criticism from their peers. We provide a friendly and welcome atmosphere to discuss the craft of writing and share information on local literary events and resources.
This group is open to everyone. To request more information or to sign up for the Write Club's monthly newsletter, email hoover.writeclub@gmail.com.
Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7820 for more information.
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June 19, 2021, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ Hoover Public Library
SciFi/Fantasy Fest Presents: Journey A Video Game Playthrough2021-06-19T14:00:00Join members of the SciFi/Fantasy Fest as they embark on journey of their own... of sorts.
Join a discussion about video games, from the stories they tell the state of the industry, while a member of the team plays through the 2012 classic, Journey.
The program will be broadcast live from the HPL SciFi Facebook Page.
Join members of the SciFi/Fantasy Fest as they embark on journey of their own... of sorts. Join a discussion about video games, from the stories they tell the state of the industry, while a member of the team plays through the 2012 classic, Journey.
The program will be broadcast live from the HPL SciFi Facebook Page.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Join members of the SciFi/Fantasy Fest as they embark on journey of their own... of sorts.
Join a discussion about video games, from the stories they tell the state of the industry, while a member of the team plays through the 2012 classic, Journey.
The program will be broadcast live from the HPL SciFi Facebook Page.
Join members of the SciFi/Fantasy Fest as they embark on journey of their own... of sorts. Join a discussion about video games, from the stories they tell the state of the industry, while a member of the team plays through the 2012 classic, Journey.
The program will be broadcast live from the HPL SciFi Facebook Page.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
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June 21, 2021, 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Terrariums2021-06-21T16:30:00Come build a terrarium for some toy creatures!
Call 444-7830 to register June 15. Ages 7-12
Location: Kid's patio
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Come build a terrarium for some toy creatures!
Call 444-7830 to register June 15. Ages 7-12
Location: Kid's patio
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June 21, 2021, 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Terrariums2021-06-21T18:00:00Come build a terrarium for some toy creatures!
Call 444-7830 to register June 15. Ages 7-12
Location: Kid's Patio
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Come build a terrarium for some toy creatures!
Call 444-7830 to register June 15. Ages 7-12
Location: Kid's Patio
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June 22, 2021, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Teen Splatter Paint T-shirts2021-06-22T16:30:00Create a colorful pattern to rock this summer. We will supply shirts and paint. This program is for teens, grades 7-12.
Wear old cloths and feel free to bring an extra shirt or tote to paint.
Call 444-7826 to register June 15.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Create a colorful pattern to rock this summer. We will supply shirts and paint. This program is for teens, grades 7-12.
Wear old cloths and feel free to bring an extra shirt or tote to paint.
Call 444-7826 to register June 15.
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June 23, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Storytime Shorts (Online)2021-06-23T10:00:00Get ready for storytime with sign language and thematic rhymes.
HPL Kids Facebook and YouTube
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Get ready for storytime with sign language and thematic rhymes.
HPL Kids Facebook and YouTube
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
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June 24, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Tales with Tails: Tales That Fly @ Veterans Park2021-06-24T10:00:00Get ready to listen, laugh, move, and groove during our summer storytime series featuring two storytellers and our favorite animal tales!
Pick up a craft and a popsicle after the show. This week's animal focus is birds!
Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Get ready to listen, laugh, move, and groove during our summer storytime series featuring two storytellers and our favorite animal tales!
Pick up a craft and a popsicle after the show. This week's animal focus is birds!
Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
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June 24, 2021, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Trivia Night Online2021-06-24T19:00:00Join us for Trivia Night Online! Play solo or with friends on Zoom.
This month's trivia is all about video games, from the early arcade years to present day. Consoles, controllers, popular and well-known indie games, and more!
Register to receive an email reminder and a link to the program by visiting hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7820.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Join us for Trivia Night Online! Play solo or with friends on Zoom.
This month's trivia is all about video games, from the early arcade years to present day. Consoles, controllers, popular and well-known indie games, and more!
Register to receive an email reminder and a link to the program by visiting hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7820.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
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June 25, 2021 - June 27, 2021 @ The Finley Center at The Hoover Met Complex
D1 National Basketball Tournament2021-06-25T00:00:00
The Finley Center at The Hoover Met Complex 5508 Stadium Trace ParkwayHooverAL35244
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June 25, 2021 - June 28, 2021 @ Hoover Met Complex - Baseball Complex/Met
Perfect Game 17U Elite National Championship2021-06-25T00:00:00
Hoover Met Complex - Baseball Complex/Met900 Champion WayHooverAL35244
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June 25, 2021, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Artist Talk with Rubens Ghenov - HPL Galleries: Artist Talk Series2021-06-25T11:00:00Meet artist and educator Rubens Ghenov in this Zoom artist talk. Rubens will discuss and share his artwork in this prerecorded virtual event.
This event will be released and will be continually available on our social media platforms.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Meet artist and educator Rubens Ghenov in this Zoom artist talk. Rubens will discuss and share his artwork in this prerecorded virtual event.
This event will be released and will be continually available on our social media platforms.
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June 28, 2021 - July 2, 2021 @ Hoover Public Library
Mysterious Benedict Society - Follow Clues!2021-06-28T00:00:00Follow clues and see where they lead you in the library!
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Follow clues and see where they lead you in the library!
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June 29, 2021, All Day @ Hoover Public Library
Teen Grab & Go: Paint by Number2021-06-29T00:00:00Pick up a kit to create your own painting. This program is for teens, grades 7-12.
Registration required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7826.
Supplies are limited.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Pick up a kit to create your own painting. This program is for teens, grades 7-12.
Registration required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7826.
Supplies are limited.
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June 29, 2021, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Dr. Magical Balloons2021-06-29T10:30:00Fun time balloon show!
All ages are invited to join us in the park for our summer shows! Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected. Large groups call 444-7833 to register.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Fun time balloon show!
All ages are invited to join us in the park for our summer shows! Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected. Large groups call 444-7833 to register.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
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June 29, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Fairy Tales Retold2021-06-29T18:00:00Join us in a virtual discussion of modern adult fiction's take on old fairy tales with Kerry Madden-Lunsford and Anamaria Santiago of UAB's Department of English.
Registration is required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7820. Sign up to be emailed a link to the Zoom event.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Join us in a virtual discussion of modern adult fiction's take on old fairy tales with Kerry Madden-Lunsford and Anamaria Santiago of UAB's Department of English.
Registration is required. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7820. Sign up to be emailed a link to the Zoom event.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
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June 29, 2021, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
True Crime Book Club: The Baby Thief by Barbara Bisantz Raymond2021-06-29T18:30:00Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
"The Baby Thief: The Untold Story of Georgia Tann, the Baby Seller Who Corrupted Adoption" by Barbara Bisantz Raymond
Register to attend. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7747.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Enjoy playing armchair detective? Fascinated by cold cases? This book club is for you!
"The Baby Thief: The Untold Story of Georgia Tann, the Baby Seller Who Corrupted Adoption" by Barbara Bisantz Raymond
Register to attend. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7747.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
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June 29, 2021, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Dr. Magical Balloons2021-06-29T18:30:00Fun time balloon show!
All ages are invited to join us in the park for our summer shows! Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected. Large groups call 444-7833 to register.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Fun time balloon show!
All ages are invited to join us in the park for our summer shows! Bring a blanket for your family, social distancing is expected. Large groups call 444-7833 to register.
Veterans Park - 4800 Valleydale Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
Limited parking at park, additional parking available at Spain Park High School.
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June 30, 2021, 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM @ Hoover Public Library
Storytime Shorts (Online)2021-06-30T10:00:00Get ready for storytime with sign language and thematic rhymes.
HPL Kids Facebook and YouTube
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 Get ready for storytime with sign language and thematic rhymes.
HPL Kids Facebook and YouTube
AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Kids |
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June 30, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Hoover Public Library
Quack, Quack: Rubber Duckie Bath Bombs2021-06-30T19:00:00A fun evening making bath bombs! Register for supply kit. Available for pick up beginning June 23. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7800.
Hoover Public Library200 Municipal DriveHooverAL35216 A fun evening making bath bombs! Register for supply kit. Available for pick up beginning June 23. Visit hooverlibrary.org or call 205-444-7800.
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