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Stump the Librarian
| | Draw a card, pick a question. If we can't answer it, you have a chance to win a gift card donated by the Friends of the Library. Call 444-7840 for more information.
Wednesday, July 1 - Friday, July 31--Nonfiction Department
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Adult Summer Reading
| | Read or listen to books to register for great prizes donated by the Friends of the Library. Pick up a reading log in the Fiction or Nonfiction Departments through July 31. Call 444-7820 or 444-7840 for more information.
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Win a Sci-Fi and Fantasy Gift Basket!
| Play Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Graphic Novel BINGO to win a gift basket filled with books, games, gift cards and more. Pick up a BINGO card at the Fiction desk to participate. This prize, donated by the Friends of the Library, will be awarded at the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Festival event on August 1. You do not have to be present to win. Call 444-7820 for more information.
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In Our Art Galleries
| | Enjoy the works on display by local and regional artists. Call 444-7888 for more information. Friends Gallery: Cory Casella Plaza Gallery: Vero Vanblaere Administrative Gallery: Rachel Stout
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First Thursday Fiction Book Group
| | Join us for a discussion of The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. Refreshments provided as well as books for the next meeting. Call 444-7820 for more information. Thursday, July 2 at 10 am--Adult Programming Room
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Global Cuisine @ the Plaza: America
| | Coffee-ol-ogy Cafe presents a program on the traditional foods of the United States. Complimentary samples provided. Call 444-7821 for more information. Sunday, July 5 at 2:30 pm--Library Plaza
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Second Thursday Fiction Book Group
| | Join us for a discussion of The Aviator's Wife by Melanie Benjamin. Refreshments provided as well as books for the next meeting. Call 444-7820 for more information. Thursday, July 9 at 10 am--Adult Programming Room
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Purl @ the Plaza
| | Let your inner geek out to play by bringing your nerdy knits to share! Call 444-7821 fo more information. Saturday, July 11 from 1 pm - 5 pm--Library Plaza
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How to Find Grants
| | Learn to use the Foundation Center Cooperative database to find grants for nonprofits and individuals. Reservations required. Call 444-7816 to register for one of the sessions. Sunday, July 12 at 2:30 pm & 4 pm--Training Center
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Art Histories and Mysteries: Intrigue at the MoMA
| | Learn about the women who founded the Museum of Modern Art and how their legacies are in jeopardy. FREE. Call 444-7840 for more information. Sunday, July 12 at 3 pm--Theatre Level Meeting Rooms
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Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle
| | Check out the evolution of superheroes as they move from the page to the screen. Free admission and refreshments! Call 444-7840 for more information. Part 3: A Hero Can Be Anyone (1978-present)
Plus: Pioneers of Television: Superheroes
(NR, 60 minutes each) Monday, July 13 at 2 pm & 6:30 pm--The Library Theatre
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Helping Hands
| | Drop in to make newspaper rolls for a local humane society. Teens and adults welcome. Call 444-7840 for more information. Monday, July 13 from 3 pm - 8:30 pm--Adult Programming Room
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Trivia Night
| | Round up your friends and compete for great prizes at local Hoover restaurant, Beef 'O' Brady's (5519 Grove Blvd.). Call 444-7820 for more information. Monday, July 13 at 7 pm--Beef 'O' Brady's at the Grove
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Daytime Nonfiction Book Group
| | Join us for a discussion of Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy by Karen Abbott. Call 444-7816 for more information. Tuesday, July 14 at 10:30 am--Adult Programming Room
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Glue Gun Gang: Terracotta Turtles
| | Use flower pots to create cute turtle decor for your patio. Adults only. FREE! Reservations required. Call 444-7840 to register, beginning July 1. Tuesday, July 14 at 6:30 pm--Adult Programming Room
Thursday, July 16 at 10:30 pm--Adult Programming Room
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No Jacket Required Nonfiction Book Group
| | The month's genre: Myths and Legends. Call 444-7840 for more information. Wednesday, July 15 at 10:30 am--Adult Programming Room
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The Birmingham Seven
| | B7 is a straight-ahead jazz septet patterned after the small groups of the hard bop era. FREE! Call 444-7821 for more information. Thursday, July 16 at 6:30 pm--Library Plaza
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Digital Bookmobile
| | Readers of all ages will experience new ways to enjoy digital books and more. Tour the bookmobile for a chance to win e-readers and gift cards; support the Friends of the Library at the dunking booth; bring your kids to jump in the bouncy castle; adopt a pet from the Humane Society; and learn about NOOks from Barnes & Noble--all in the Library parking lot! Free refreshments, including cotton candy! Call 444-7820 for more information. Friday, July 17 from 10 am - 4 pm--Library Parking Lot
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Friday Night at the Movies: Big Hero 6
| | FREE admission and refreshments! (PG, 102 minutes) All ages welcome. Call 444-7888 for more information. Friday, July 17 at 6:30 pm--The Library Theatre
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Superhero Double Feature
| | We continue our celebration of Science Fiction and Fantasy with a superhero double-feature. FREE admission and refreshments. Call 444-7820 for more information. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (PG-13, 136 minutes)
Saturday, July 18 at 10:30 am--The Library Theatre Guardians of he Galaxy (PG-13, 121 minutes)
Saturday, July 18 at 3 pm--The Library Theatre
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Nighttime Nonfiction Book Group
| | Join us for a discussion of The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. Call 444-7816 for more information. Thursday, July 23 at 7 pm--Allen Board Room
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After Hours @ the Plaza: Game Nite
| | Put your game face on and meet up with your fellow gamers! Call 444-7821 for more information. Friday, July 24 from 7 pm - 10 pm--Library Plaza
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Write Club
| | Share your literary works and network with other aspiring writers. Call 444-7820 for more information. Saturday, July 25 at 10:30 am--Theatre Level Meeting Rooms
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The Matchcoats
| | Country-blues and folk duo combines vocal harmonies with guitar playing reminiscent of Mississippi John Hurt. FREE! Call 444-7821 for more information. Sunday, July 26 at 2:30 pm--Library Plaza
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Monday at the Movies: My Dog Skip
| | Join us for a screening of My Dog Skip (PG, 95 minutes). Free admission and refreshments. Call 444-7820 for more information. Monday, July 27 at 2 pm & 6:30 pm--The Library Theatre
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Sci-Fi & Fantasy Festival
| | Join us for an all-day Sci-Fi and Fantasy Festival. Author programs feature fantasy author Katherine Harbour and award-winning authors Bobby Nash and Van Allen Plexico, with book signings to follow. Other programs include discussion panels, an opportunity to play the Artemis Starship Bridge simulator game, nerd trivia and more. The Festival will end with a costume contest followed by a costume party! Call 444-7820 or visit our webiste at www.hooverlibrary.org/sci-fi-fantasy for more information. FREE! Saturday, August 1 from 10 am - 8 pm--Throughout the Library
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Holiday Hours--Independence Day
| | Friday, July 3: CLOSED Saturday, July 4: CLOSED Sunday, July 5: OPEN, 2 pm - 6 pm
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| Coffee-ol-ogy Coffee Cafe! | | Breakfast, lunch and dinner! Coffee and desserts! Located on the Library Plaza. July's Global Cuisine, American, features: - All-American Chili
- Burger Platter
- Coney Island Dog
- Apple Cobbler
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Phone: 205-987-0176 | |
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