Fairhope Public Library

Teen Thing - Teen Services
2026-06-09 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
Ages – 13-18:
DINOLYMPICS – Minute to Win it games, but dinosaur themed. Bring your fellow teen reptiles and compete for prizes! Who will take home the gold?

Dungeons & Dragons - Study Room #1
2026-06-09 17:00 - 19:30
Calling all young adults ages 18-30! Ready to roll the dice and dive into adventure?
Join us at the Fairhope Public Library for a Dungeons & Dragons session!
Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, here’s your chance to team up with fellow adventurers and “fire up your imagination and vanquish your foes” in the world’s greatest role-playing game.
Bi-weekly sessions. Please let us know if you are interested in leading a game!
Reservations are required, visit the Reference Desk or call 251-929-1464

Author Talk: Jack Drake - Giddens
2026-06-09 18:00 - 19:30
Jack Drake will discuss his book – Be Not Afraid: A Southern Journey Through Law, Liberty, and Civil Rights.

In this memoir, Jack Drake, a distinguished civil rights attorney, recounts his unwavering commitment to combating segregation and systemic racism through pivotal legal battles in Alabama.

Bio:
Jack Drake is a Birmingham-based attorney known for his work on landmark civil rights and constitutional cases, including Wyatt v. Stickney and Wallace v. Brewer. He has spent over four decades representing consumers and advocating for improved conditions in Alabama’s prisons and jails. Drake also served on the Alabama Ethics Commission and other legal advisory bodies.

Staff Use - Giddens
2026-06-10 10:00 - 14:00

Free Build - Activity Room
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-15 09:15 - 12:00
All ages.
Our Activity Room will be open and stocked with Lincoln logs, blocks, LEGOs, and more. This is unstructured free play and exploration. Parents are required to directly supervise their children and help clean up. Stop by and see what you can build!

Big Event Wednesdays - Giddens
2026-06-10 14:00 - 16:00
All Ages:
The Freedom Ranch Wildlife Center

Convergence Book Club - Board Room
2026-06-10 14:00 - 16:00
Topic: Spice It Up!
This discussion group has a different topic each month.
Suggested readings on the topic can be picked up at the Reference Desk.

Drama Club - Teen Services
2026-06-10 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-15 14:00 - 15:00
Ages – 13-18:
play practice for the FHPLayers

Friends Book Sale Setup - Giddens
2026-06-10 17:00 - 18:00

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Giddens
2026-06-11 09:00 - 15:00
On the second Thursday of every month the Friends of the Fairhope Library host a Book Sale in the library lobby and Giddens Conference Center. The sale features Fiction, Nonfiction, Children’s Books, DVDs, artwork, puzzles, and much more! Come buy some affordable items for yourself or the perfect gift for someone else. All proceeds will benefit the library!

Baby Storytime - Activity Room
2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:00
Ages 0-18 months
This storytime is for our lap-sitters and crawlers. The program lasts approximately 30 minutes, with about 10-15 minutes dedicated to reading and rhyme, and 20 minutes dedicated to tummy time/floor play or socialization for parents and babies!

Tween Thursdays - Activity Room
2026-06-11 14:00 - 15:00
Ages 8-12:
Our awesome tweens can join one of our staff twice a week to socialize and try new things!
The activities change every time and all of them are super cool, so come check it out!

Lego Club - Activity Room
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00
Ages: 4-12:
Do you love LEGOs? So do we! Kids ages 4-12 can come in every Wednesday for collaborative play and building. Create your own castle, spaceship, or even a LEGO Brickfilm with your friends.
Parents MUST stay with children 6 and younger.

Outdoor Storytime - Farmer's Market
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00
All ages.
Topic: Going to the Zoo!
Join Ms. Grace behind Fairhope Public Library during the City of Fairhope’s Farmer’s Market for a very special storytime and activity!

Fairhope Center for the Writing Arts - Board Room
2026-06-11 16:30 - 17:30

Movie Night - Teen Services
2026-06-11 17:00 - 18:00
Ages – 13-18:
FROZEN – All movies chosen by the Teen Advisory Board

Fiction and Friends Book Club - Board Room
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:00
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore:
Set in the 1970s Adirondacks, it is a gripping mystery following the disappearance of 13-year-old Barbara Van Laar from her summer camp bunk.
The incident echoes the unsolved abduction of her brother 14 years prior, forcing the wealthy, dysfunctional Van Laar family to confront buried secrets.
Join us bi-monthly as we dive into new worlds, unforgettable characters, and the joy of reading together.
Fiction & Friends is a warm, welcoming space for book lovers of all kinds. No sign up is required.

CANCELLED Irish Tune Club - Computer Lab
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:00
Community group dedicated to playing, learning, and sharing Irish Traditional Music

Free Build - Activity
2026-06-12 09:15 - 12:00

Close Knit Knitting Group - Board Room
2026-06-12 12:00 - 14:00
The Close Knit Circle invites all hand crafters to join them in the Board Room. All experience levels welcome.

Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board - Board Room
2026-06-12 14:45 - 16:15

Art Classes with Eastern Shore Art Center - MakerSpace
2026-06-12 15:30 - 16:30
Made Possible by the Community Foundation of South Alabama Grant.

Ages 7-12:

Registration is required!

Join an Eastern Shore Art Center artist for a weekly art class for kids ages 7-12! Each week will feature a different art project for you to take home. Registration will open up at the beginning of

each month for the following month. (For example, registration for March opens at the beginning of February.)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AADAE2AA5FDCF8-59638011-artclasses#/

TED Talks Discussion Group - Board Room
2026-06-15 13:30 - 15:00
Meets on Mondays in the Board Room to discuss a TED talk of interest. Everyone is welcome.

Movie Mondays for Kids - Activity Room
2026-06-15 14:00 - 16:00
Ages 2-12:
June 15: Dog Man (PG)

Library Board of Trustees - Giddens
2026-06-15 16:00 - 17:30

Teen Crafternoon - Teen Services
2026-06-15 17:00 - 18:00
Ages – 13-18:
DIY MINI WILDFLOWER PRESS – Come up to the Teen Space and make a tiny flower press to carry with you on hikes, walks about town, or just hanging out in your yard.

Needlework Club - Board Room
2026-06-15 17:00 - 19:00
Introducing our brand-new needlework club! Starting June 1st, this group will meet every Monday from 5-7pm.
Whether you’re into needlepoint, cross stitch, embroidery, or are just looking to meet and chat with creative people, this group is perfect for you!
All ages and skill levels welcome!
