Madison Public Library

Join us and learn how to bake the perfect pound cake. &nbsp;Local author and former Librarian Carole Albyn will share recipes and tips from her book "Sweet Book of Perfect Pound Cakes". &nbsp;Her book is a collection of 68 mouthwatering pound cake recipes from colonial times to present day. &nbsp;We've tried a few and they are delicious! &nbsp;Don't miss this opportunity to meet Carole.&nbsp;

Local Event: Pound Cake Conversations with Author Carole Albyn

Madison County

Huntsville

Alabama

Pound Cake Conversations with Author Carole Albyn

Join us and learn how to bake the perfect pound cake.  Local author and former Librarian Carole Albyn will share recipes and...

South Huntsville Public Library

Come to the South Huntsville makerspace to learn to create cosplay patterns from clothing that already fits you, where to buy fabric, and what fabric is appropriate for which costume!&nbsp;

Local Event: Cosplay Corner 3: Patterning for Beginners & Fabric Choices

Cosplay Corner 3: Patterning for Beginners &...

Come to the South Huntsville makerspace to learn to create cosplay patterns from clothing that already fits you, where to buy...

Cosplay Corner 3: Patterning for Beginners & Fabric Choices

The theme for National Library Week (April 19 - 26) is Find Your Joy! We're excited to welcome The Fraternity Barbershop Chorus for a special concert to help kick off our week! Join us and enjoy the sounds of rich harmonies and timeless tunes at this lively barbershop chorus concert!

Local Event: The Fraternity Barbershop Chorus

The Fraternity Barbershop Chorus

The theme for National Library Week (April 19 - 26) is Find Your Joy! We're excited to welcome The Fraternity Barbershop Chorus...

Join Leslie Johnson, MS, RD, CDCES, as she teaches the importance of nutrition for healthy aging. &nbsp;Register Here:&nbsp;<a href="https://calendly.com/asprogramming-hmcpl/nutrition-for-healthy-aging-april-21?month=2026-04&amp;date=2026-04-21" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">calendly.com/asprogramming-hmcpl/nutrition-for-healthy-aging-april-21?month=2026-04&amp;date=2026-04-21</a>

Local Event: Nutrition for Heathy Aging

Nutrition for Heathy Aging

Join Leslie Johnson, MS, RD, CDCES, as she teaches the importance of nutrition for healthy aging.  Register...

Some days you just need a hideous, monstrous friend... so come make one with us! We'll be sewing, stuffing, and customizing our very own stuffed monsters, yours to keep. All supplies will be provided, and you don't need prior sewing experience - just come ready to learn and get creative.

Local Event: Make Your Own Monster!

Make Your Own Monster!

Some days you just need a hideous, monstrous friend... so come make one with us! We'll be sewing, stuffing, and customizing our...

Huntsville-Madison County Public Library

As a movement to ban books reaches the front doors of libraries across the country, librarians find themselves on the frontlines. Come together for a screening + community-driven conversation of @IndependentLens’ The Librarians on April 21 and 23. For details visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://events.hmcpl.org/event/2026-04-21/film-screening-librarians" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">events.hmcpl.org/event/2026-04-21/film-screening-librarians</a>

Local Event: Film Screening: The Librarians

Film Screening: The Librarians

As a movement to ban books reaches the front doors of libraries across the country, librarians find themselves on the...

915 Monroe St SW Huntville, AL 35801

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of The Declaration of Independence this year with a search for The Great American Novel. &nbsp;<a href="https://meet.goto.com/733166469" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">This is a virtual meeting using GoToMeeting.</a>
This month we are reading The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck.

Local Event: We The Readers - ONLINE

We The Readers - ONLINE

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of The Declaration of Independence this year with a search for The Great American Novel.  This...

Polly Padden's informative presentation will describe Harper Lee's life, family, and the real-world people and events that inspired the author to write her 1961 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. Set in the 1930's, Lee's book reflects the tumult of those times, but it is also a product of societal challenges in the 1950s and 1960s when Lee first began her work. Join us and gain a better understanding of Alabama history during these periods and how that history is reflected in the novel so many of us cherish. &nbsp;Come a little early for a meet and greet with the Madison History Association.&nbsp;

Local Event: Harper Lee's Alabama and the Story She Told

Harper Lee's Alabama and the Story She Told

Polly Padden's informative presentation will describe Harper Lee's life, family, and the real-world people and events that...

Get creative this spring! Teens ages 12-18 can join us in the Kids Classroom at South Huntsville Library every Wednesday for a new craft or activity. No prior experience required; all crafts can be taught to any skill level, and all supplies are provided in this free program.
This week we will make butterflies using origami folding techniques.

Local Event: Teen Craft: Origami Butterflies

Teen Craft: Origami Butterflies

Get creative this spring! Teens ages 12-18 can join us in the Kids Classroom at South Huntsville Library every Wednesday for a...

Check out one of our educational programs and connect with Community Groups who are making a difference.Here's what is happening at the event:&nbsp;4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.: &nbsp;Celebrate Earth Day by learning about women in science with Heather L Montgomery. Let's look at the wild discoveries made by women. Students practice asking questions, hear stories of perseverance and learn how women of science have changed the world!&nbsp;&nbsp;6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.: What's That Slithering in the Grass? &nbsp;Earth Day is a great time to reacquaint oneself with the serpents that call Alabama home. &nbsp;A simple external shape belies a complex internal structure. &nbsp;Live reptiles will be on site for handling ... if you dare! &nbsp;Prepare to be amazed!! &nbsp;Presented by Beth Girard, Master Naturalist.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earth Day is in partnership with Madison Greenways and Trails.

Local Event: Earth Day 2026 with Heather Montgomery and Beth Girard

Earth Day 2026 with Heather Montgomery and Beth...

Check out one of our educational programs and connect with Community Groups who are making a difference.Here's what is...

Earth Day 2026 with Heather Montgomery and Beth Girard

North Huntsville Public Library, 3011 Sparkman Dr Huntsville, AL 35810

Meet your friendly neighborhood library staff! Find out what the library has to offer you! Enjoy art, light refreshments, resource materials,&nbsp;games, giveaways, and more! Connect with your community.

Local Event: North Huntsville Public Library Open House: 5th Year Anniversary

North Huntsville Public Library Open House: 5th...

Meet your friendly neighborhood library staff! Find out what the library has to offer you! Enjoy art, light refreshments,...

North Huntsville Public Library Open House: 5th Year Anniversary

Come join us and watch The MAD Movie-A-Thon-O-Rama's Double feature!
You can learn more details and movie titles at go.hmcpl.org/MadMovie

Local Event: The MAD Movie-A-Thon-O-Rama

The MAD Movie-A-Thon-O-Rama

Come join us and watch The MAD Movie-A-Thon-O-Rama's Double feature!
You can learn more details and movie titles at...

Need to some time to work in your reading journal, or want to share with like minded individuals? Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for our Reading Journal Meetup. We'll have dedicated space to work, some soft music to work by, and assorted supplies to help you along. &nbsp;You can work in your journal, brainstorm ideas with other guests, or just hangout. Don't know what a reading journal is but want to learn? We'll show you the way.
A bullet journal is encouraged for this program. We recommend a dot grid journal in the size of your choice with at least 160gsm paper weight.
This class is for adults and teens.

Local Event: Reading Journal Meetup

Reading Journal Meetup

Need to some time to work in your reading journal, or want to share with like minded individuals? Join us on the fourth...

If regular storytimes are sensory overload for your child, there is a new storytime for you. Sensory Storytime is geared for individuals and caregivers who need a less stimulating environment. Registration is required in order to accommodate the needs of the patrons.

Local Event: Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime

If regular storytimes are sensory overload for your child, there is a new storytime for you. Sensory Storytime is geared for...

Let's celebrate Arbor Day with a special storytime about trees! We'll read a tree-themed book and talk about how important trees are to our communities and our planet. Afterwards, we will do a tree craft!

Local Event: Arbor Day Storytime

Arbor Day Storytime

Let's celebrate Arbor Day with a special storytime about trees! We'll read a tree-themed book and talk about how important...

Monrovia Public Library

This is a free plant swap! Come meet fellow gardeners and discover new plants.&nbsp;
Stop by the Monrovia Library anytime to swap your spare plants, cuttings, seeds, pots, and gently used gardening tools. Please label all plants and bring containers to carry your new plant friends home in.&nbsp;

Local Event: Plant Swap

Plant Swap

This is a free plant swap! Come meet fellow gardeners and discover new plants. 
Stop by the Monrovia Library anytime to swap...

Tillman D. Hill Public Library

Join guest Master Gardener, beginning gardeners and enthusiasts in discussing seasonal gardening issues. Our classroom will be the new raised bed (materials provided by Kiersten Kitson and the Tillman Hill Friends of the Library) and the library landscape.&nbsp;
Meets seasonally in the Gazebo. This month we will be checking on our spring garden and and preparing for summer.

Local Event: Hazel Green Thumbs

Hazel Green Thumbs

Join guest Master Gardener, beginning gardeners and enthusiasts in discussing seasonal gardening issues. Our classroom will be...

Come down to Cosplay Corner Sidequest: How to Enter A Cosplay contest, to learn the ins and outs of cosplay contests, including what categories to enter in, what a judge might look for or ask, and how to put together a simple build book. Located in the Maker Studio at South Huntsville! &nbsp;Plus, get a sneak peak at a special cosplay event happening this summer. No registration required.&nbsp;

Local Event: Cosplay Corner Sidequest: How To Enter A Cosplay Contest

Cosplay Corner Sidequest: How To Enter A...

Come down to Cosplay Corner Sidequest: How to Enter A Cosplay contest, to learn the ins and outs of cosplay contests, including...

Cosplay Corner Sidequest: How To Enter A Cosplay Contest

Work on your writers craft! Teens ages 12-17 can join us in the Kids Classroom at South Huntsville Library most Mondays for a writers hangout. In this laid back group for young writers, teens can do the following: work on their writing in a group setting, do writing exercises; discuss their writing or writing in general with other teens; receive feedback on a 3-6 page typed, double-spaced &amp; printed excerpt of their writing. This is not a writing class, but a chance work on writing while engaging with peers.

Local Event: Teen Writers Hangout 

Teen Writers Hangout 

Work on your writers craft! Teens ages 12-17 can join us in the Kids Classroom at South Huntsville Library most Mondays for a...

Do you enjoy being outside and working with your hands? &nbsp;Come and work along side us to help plant our library garden with plants and seeds that attract pollinators. &nbsp;There will be instruction as we work with the Master Gardeners. We'll also be doing some weeding and garden maintenance. &nbsp; This program is for adults. Meet in the Children's Garden.&nbsp;
<ul><li>Bring gardening gloves to this program.</li><li>Wear closed toe shoes.</li><li>Wear sun protection.</li></ul>Registration is Required

Local Event: Get Up and Garden

Get Up and Garden

Do you enjoy being outside and working with your hands?  Come and work along side us to help plant our library garden with...

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