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Can't make storytime during the week? This interactive storytime features books, puppets, a game or activity, music, and a take home craft especially for ages 1- 5 years.
Join us for special caregiver and child bonding activities including a story, rhymes, bounces, and songs specifically geared for children 0 to 18 months!
You're never too young to have fun at First Steps Storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for babies ages 0-18 months, and stay after for playtime! First Steps Storytime is offered weekly on Mondays at 9:30 a.m., and our stories and songs rotate on a monthly basis. No registration is required.
Come relax with a special storytime at Clift Farm. Outreach will be providing a fabulous storytime beginning at 10:00 a.m. Be sure to stop by!
Are you ready for a story or two?! ABC Storytime shares stories, songs, letter sounds, and letter crafts with you!
Meet a new artist at every class and then do a work of art inspired by their styles and/or techniques! Registration Required.
Learn the basics of theatre through games and activities. We will focus on voice projection, improvisation, movement, stage directions, and more! Perfect for beginners and experts alike. Ages 6-12.
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 & printed excerpt of their writing. This is not a writing class, but a chance work on writing while engaging with peers. Please note: there will be no meeting December 21 & 28, sessions will resume January 4. See upcoming Teen Writers Hangout meetings.
Nutty Scientists Rocket City offers interactive and educational programs to teach children scientific concepts.
The Madison City Chess League provides kids in North Alabama the opportunity to play chess for free on Monday nights.
Join us for Teen Art Night, a night of creativity and self expression. Explore different art mediums and connect with fellow art enthusiasts.
Get your wiggles out at our toddler storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for ages 18 months - 3 years. No registration is required.
Listen to a book, watch a puppet story, move to the music and rhymes, and take home a craft! This lively, interactive storytime is especially for babies and toddlers, and the same storytime is offered three times per week.
Guided play with toys to encourage both gross and fine motor skills paired with music and stories.
Join us for a play based early literacy program for our youngest patrons!
Move and groove at our preschool storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for ages 3 - 5. No registration is required.
With age appropriate books, puppet storytelling, a fun game or activity, music, and a take home craft, this action packed storytime is especially for ages 3 to 6 years. The same storytime is offered three times per week.
Let's all remember to "BE KIND TO EVERY KIND!" Join our storytimers as we think of all of the ways we can be KIND to others!
Please join us every Tuesday! Reservations are not required.
Do you have a child who thinks that science is not for them? Bring them to the New Hope Library’s STEAM Club where we will explore the intersection of science and the arts. In this once a month club we will investigate different topics related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Since many of these topics require the purchase of supplies registration is strongly encouraged. Please call the branch at (256) 932-0761. You can see other STEAM events here .
Do your kids love getting lost in a good book? Do they enjoy talking about exciting characters, mysterious plots, and new worlds? Then they should come join our book club! This is a place where we celebrate reading, share our ideas, and make new friends along the way.
Each week will have a different Lego activity. Supplies provided. The Lego Hour happens every week. View our upcoming programs here .
Every other week, we'll take over the Madison Studio in addition to the Teen Lounge and do whatever you, the teens, want to do: make pin-back buttons, draw and color, sew, make friendship bracelets, craft, ect.
Each week, we'll take over the Teen Lounge -- or the back patio when the weather's nice -- and do whatever you, the teens, want to do: make pin-back buttons, draw and color, play board games or the WiiU, and otherwise hang out.
The Huntsville Chess Club provides the opportunity for people of all ages to play chess for free on Tuesday nights. For more information about the Huntsville Chess Club, you may go to: https://www.huntsvillecc.com/
Enjoy an interactive storytime & puppet show at the Madison Public Library, every Thursday at 9:30am. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 0-3. No registration is required. NOW IN AUDITORIUM 1!
Guided play with toys to encourage both gross and fine motor skills paired with music and stories.
Cuentos y canciones en español con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Preguntas? Email- kdelong@hmcpl.org
Stories, songs, movement, and rhymes!
It's no-pressure story time in Triana!
Enjoy an interactive storytime & puppet show at the Madison Public Library, every Thursday at 10:30am. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 3-5. No registration is required. NOW IN AUDITORIUM 1!
Have a kid age 7-11* who loves science and art? This week at South Huntsville Library we will be learning about Owls and making fall owl art. Sign-up is required weekly and opens one week before the event. Children may not be signed up for both sessions in a week; please pick one. THIS CLASS IS FULL. Please email southsci@hmcpl.org to be added to the waitlist.**
Each week will have a Pokémon activity, or you can bring your own Pokemon fun. The Pokémon Hour happens every week. View our upcoming programs here .
Join us for special caregiver and child bonding activities including a story, rhymes, bounces, and songs specifically geared for children 0 to 18 months!
You're never too young to learn! Join us at the Madison library for Preschool STEAM, a monthly drop-in program that explores STEAM concepts in a variety of fun and engaging hands-on activities for ages 2 and up. Stations can be worked through at your own pace as your little one learns through exploration and interactive play. No registration required.
Get ready to move in this energetic storytime!
Join us in Triana for a Choose Your Own Adventure Family Paint Night!
Are you ready for a craft? Join us for some weekend fun! We're making a craft in the storytime area!
Crochet fans of all skill levels can bring their current project and join us for our monthly social crochet club. We will have communal supplies, but feel free to bring your own. Teen Crochet Club meets on the second Saturday each month. View our upcoming programs here .
Many kids feel more at ease reading to a dog who is there to listen. You can sign up for a fifteen minute session with a trained therapy dog from Therapy Partners, Inc. This is for school age children. Families please sign up for one time slot only. Please bring a book to read or come early and choose a book. A grown up must stay in the room during the reading session. Registration is required and opens Sunday, Oct. 25 online HERE . This program is in Auditorium #2. Contact the Madison Public Library at madison@hmcpl.org with questions.
Join us at South Huntsville Public Library as Independent Musical Productions presents the musical Come From Away. Come From Away is a musical based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander's airstrips on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashed and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we're all part of a global family Come From Away's message is one of the kindness, unity, and resilience with their communities. IMP will be performing at Sandra Moon Performing Arts Center at the following dates in November: 19, 20, 21, 22
Join us for special caregiver and child bonding activities including a story, rhymes, bounces, and songs specifically geared for children 0 to 18 months!
You're never too young to have fun at First Steps Storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for babies ages 0-18 months, and stay after for playtime! First Steps Storytime is offered weekly on Mondays at 9:30 a.m., and our stories and songs rotate on a monthly basis. No registration is required.
Are you ready for a story or two?! ABC Storytime shares stories, songs, letter sounds, and letter crafts with you!
Meet a new artist at every class and then do a work of art inspired by their styles and/or techniques! Registration Required.
Learn the basics of theatre through games and activities. We will focus on voice projection, improvisation, movement, stage directions, and more! Perfect for beginners and experts alike. Ages 6-12.
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 & printed excerpt of their writing. This is not a writing class, but a chance work on writing while engaging with peers. Please note: there will be no meeting December 21 & 28, sessions will resume January 4. See upcoming Teen Writers Hangout meetings.
Spark your imagination and build LEGO creations with us.
The Madison City Chess League provides kids in North Alabama the opportunity to play chess for free on Monday nights.
Get your wiggles out at our toddler storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for ages 18 months - 3 years. No registration is required.
Listen to a book, watch a puppet story, move to the music and rhymes, and take home a craft! This lively, interactive storytime is especially for babies and toddlers, and the same storytime is offered three times per week.
Guided play with toys to encourage both gross and fine motor skills paired with music and stories.
Join us for a play based early literacy program for our youngest patrons!
Move and groove at our preschool storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for ages 3 - 5. No registration is required.
With age appropriate books, puppet storytelling, a fun game or activity, music, and a take home craft, this action packed storytime is especially for ages 3 to 6 years. The same storytime is offered three times per week.
Join us as we celebrate Marc Brown's birthday...the author of "Arthur!"
Please join us every Tuesday! Reservations are not required.
Each week will have a different Lego activity. Supplies provided. The Lego Hour happens every week. View our upcoming programs here .
Have a kid age 7-11* who loves science and art? This week at South Huntsville Library we will be playing Nature Bingo. Sign-up is required weekly and opens one week before the event. Children may not be signed up for both sessions in a week; please pick one. To sign-up follow this link: link will post just after 1:00pm on the Tuesday prior to this event. Please Note: if you do not receive a confirmation or the form does not load, then the class is likely full and you should email southsci@hmcpl.org to be added to the waitlist.**
Each week, we'll take over the Teen Lounge -- or the back patio when the weather's nice -- and do whatever you, the teens, want to do: make pin-back buttons, draw and color, play board games or the WiiU, and otherwise hang out.
The Huntsville Chess Club provides the opportunity for people of all ages to play chess for free on Tuesday nights. For more information about the Huntsville Chess Club, you may go to: https://www.huntsvillecc.com/
Join us for special caregiver and child bonding activities including a story, rhymes, bounces, and songs specifically geared for children 0 to 18 months!
Listen to a book, watch a puppet story, move to the music and rhymes, and take home a craft! This lively, interactive storytime is especially for babies and toddlers, and the same storytime is offered three times per week.
A special music-themed weekly storytime with instruments, songs, and melodic stories.
Stories, songs, movement, and rhymes!
With age appropriate books, puppet storytelling, a fun game or activity, music, and a take home craft, this action packed storytime is especially for ages 3 to 6 years. The same storytime is offered three times per week.
Come join us as we have a special storytime with the Huntsville Ballet! Our special guest will read a book and guide us through songs and dance movements inspired by the story.
Storytime Fun! Join us for an adventure as we dive into a magical story — then let your creativity shine with a fun, hands-on craft to take home! Don’t miss out — imagination awaits! See all our upcoming Story Times here .
Different activities and games are planned each week. Games, crafts, and more!
Bring your friends and family and get creative at the Downtown Library with different crafts every week, or create something unique to you with the supplies provided! The Craft Hour happens every week. View our upcoming programs here .
Get your craft on this fall! Teens ages 12-18 can join us in the Kids Classroom at South Huntsville Library for a new activity each week. No prior experience required, and all supplies are provided in this free program. This class is first come first served as supplies are limited. This week we will make construction paper turkey thank you cards. See upcoming teen crafts.
Artists have been making zines for decades, and they're not stopping now! If you're interested in the history of zines, and maybe even want to publish your own, join us at our monthly Zine Club at the Madison Public Library. Make zines for yourself, your friends, or to stock our brand-new Zine Library! We meet on the third Wednesday of every month, and all supplies are provided by the library. Registration is NOT required - feel free to stop by, even if you've never heard of a zine before!
Enjoy an interactive storytime & puppet show at the Madison Public Library, every Thursday at 9:30am. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 0-3. No registration is required. NOW IN AUDITORIUM 1!
Guided play with toys to encourage both gross and fine motor skills paired with music and stories.
Cuentos y canciones en español con Miss Kristin. Manualidad después. Preguntas? Email- kdelong@hmcpl.org
It's no-pressure story time in Triana!
Enjoy an interactive storytime & puppet show at the Madison Public Library, every Thursday at 10:30am. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 3-5. No registration is required. NOW IN AUDITORIUM 1!
We think our little toddler turkeys are the best! Join us as we learn all about being THANKFUL! (0-3 year olds please!)
Have a kid age 7-11* who loves science and art? This week at South Huntsville Library we will be playing Nature Bingo. Sign-up is required weekly and opens one week before the event. Children may not be signed up for both sessions in a week; please pick one. To sign-up follow this link: link will post just after 12:00pm on the Thursday prior to this event. Please Note: if you do not receive a confirmation or the form does not load, then the class is likely full and you should email southsci@hmcpl.org to be added to the waitlist.**
Join us in the children's section of the library for a fun holiday craft
Each week will have a Pokémon activity, or you can bring your own Pokemon fun. The Pokémon Hour happens every week. View our upcoming programs here .
Enjoy Minecraft? Join our Minecraft Book Club! Get Ready to Build, Read, and Create at the New Hope Public Library. Books are available for checkout at the circulation desk. Suggested Independent Reading Skill Level: Fourth- Fifth Grade We meet the third Thursday of each month.
Travel back to Philadelphia in 1787 with Jack and Annie!
Join us for special caregiver and child bonding activities including a story, rhymes, bounces, and songs specifically geared for children 0 to 18 months!
Enjoy a STEAM-themed story and activity at the Madison Library. This storytime is perfect for patrons aged 2+. No registration is required.
Get ready to move in this energetic storytime!
Many kids feel more at ease reading to a dog who is there to listen. On the first and third Saturdays of the month, you can sign up for a fifteen minute session with a trained therapy dog from Heart to Heart Pet Partners, Inc. This is for school-aged children. Families please sign up for one time slot only per day. Please bring a book to read or come early and choose a book. A grown up must stay in the area during the reading session. Registration required: (link TBA)
Are you ready for a story or two? Saturday Sillies shares stories, songs, and crafts with you!
Bring your friends and family to compete for prizes and bragging rights during Bingo night!
Like board games? Tweens & teens ages 11 - 15 can join us to play games and hang out at the South Huntsville Library. Games featured are usually board, card, or party games. Games will be chosen on the day by the teens from a selection provided by our teen librarian. Snacks & water provided.
Join us for special caregiver and child bonding activities including a story, rhymes, bounces, and songs specifically geared for children 0 to 18 months!
You're never too young to have fun at First Steps Storytime! Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and activities for babies ages 0-18 months, and stay after for playtime! First Steps Storytime is offered weekly on Mondays at 9:30 a.m., and our stories and songs rotate on a monthly basis. No registration is required.
Are you ready for a story or two?! ABC Storytime shares stories, songs, letter sounds, and letter crafts with you!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Meet a new artist at every class and then do a work of art inspired by their styles and/or techniques! Registration Required.
Learn the basics of theatre through games and activities. We will focus on voice projection, improvisation, movement, stage directions, and more! Perfect for beginners and experts alike. Ages 6-12.
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 & printed excerpt of their writing. This is not a writing class, but a chance work on writing while engaging with peers. Please note: there will be no meeting December 21 & 28, sessions will resume January 4. See upcoming Teen Writers Hangout meetings.
Huntsville is Rocket City: the Saturn V that carried astronauts to the Moon was developed at Marshall Space Flight Center here, and one lies on display at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, the home of Space Camp. Families also use the Huntsville Botanical Garden, the EarlyWorks Children's Museum, Burritt on the Mountain and Monte Sano State Park above the city. The Huntsville-Madison County Public Library traces its start to 1818, a year before Alabama became a state.
Holiday events for kids in Huntsville, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
43 children’s events are on in Huntsville in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Huntsville-Madison County Public Library (11 branches, 426 upcoming programmes). Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
The same calendars serve Gurley, Meridianville, Owens Cross Roads and Triana, so searching any of those names finds the same events.
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Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Huntsville’s own time zone.
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More in Alabama: Birmingham, Mobile, Montgomery, Tuscaloosa.