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The Albert L. Scott Library is located at 100 9th Street N.W., Alabaster. Mon., Tue. and Thu.: 9 am - 7:50 pm Wednesday: 10 am - 5:50 pm Friday: 9 am - 5:50 pm Saturday: 10 am - 4:50 pm Sunday: 1 pm - 4:50 pm CLOSED SEPTEMBER 7 FOR LABOR DAY If you would like more information concerning programs, please contact the Library at 664-6822.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

WEEKLY PROGRAMS During the Covid-19 Pandemic, Story Times conducted at the library will be livestreamed or posted on our Facebook Page. Toddler Tales

Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Facebook Only Sensory Story Time 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.

Facebook Only Outreach Storytime

Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. at area day care centers

LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH September is National Library Card Sign-up Month, and children who get their first library card at our library will receive a surprise as well as en entry for a prize drawing held on October 1 for a big, fun, food pillow. To get a card, youngsters must be with their parent or legal guardian who must bring their proof of Shelby County residency identification. This does not apply to replacement cards. After filling out a short form, the library card will be ready in about five minutes. WARM FUZZY WORKSHOP WITH SHELBY 4H

September 8 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Kids ages 9 to 18 years old can sign up to take part in this creative service project. They’ll hear a story, make something for themselves and something to share. Space is limited, masks should be worn, and social distancing will be implemented. The program will also be livestreamed on our Facebook page.

FAMILY FOOD FUN September 10 at 4 p.m. Watch Chef Bert as he whips up something tasty with ingredients most families have. The program will be livestreamed on the library’s Facebook page. However, please sign up if you want to be in the small audience at the library. Social distancing will be used and everyone must wear a mask.

PETE THE CAT BOOK CLUB LIVESTREAM September 15 at 4 p.m. Let’s have our first meeting of the new school year and see what Pete the Cat is up to. We’ll read, play, color, and rhyme on the library’s Facebook page.

BALLOON SCULPTING WORKSHOP LIVESTREAM September 24 at 4 p.m.

Kids who want a fun, new skill that will amaze their friends can learn secrets of balloon sculpting by watching the skillful Miss Jennie. The workshop will be on our Facebook page.

TRY IT TUESDAY LIVESTREAM September 29 at 4 p.m. What will we try today? Crafts? Food? Books? Watch the library’s Facebook page and see!

IT’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON! Did you know? The Albert L. Scott Library has partnered with Tutor.com to provide you with FREE online tutoring to support your academic success this school year.

Use Tutor.com and HomeworkAlabama.org to: • Connect with one of 3,000+ expert tutors in an online classroom • Drop off an essay for review and get feedback within 12 hours • View your transcripts and replays of previous tutoring sessions • Save and schedule appointments with your favorite tutors! Tutors are available to help with: • Algebra • Calculus • English • Writing • Earth Science • History • … and more!

For access, please visit HomeworkAlabama.org. Tutors are available 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, check out these resources: • Tutor.com How It Works Guide: English | Spanish • Tutor.com’s Writing Service Guide Take advantage of this FREE service whenever you need the extra help! If you have any questions, please contact the library.

ADULT PROGRAMS

ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES Call 205-664-6822 or come by to sign up. September 15, 10 a.m. Beginning Excel

Learn about the different tabs, icons, and various functions available in

Excel. We will learn the basics of creating spreadsheets and how to create formulas. September 22, 10 a.m. Facebook

This class will cover the basics of using

Facebook.

September 29, 10 a.m. Basic Computer Skills

This class is designed for beginners.

Introduces students to starting the computer, navigating the desktop and file management.

YA YA YARNERS September 14, 21 & 28. 5:30-7 p.m. The Ya Ya Yarners are meeting at the Albert L. Scott Library now! Due to Covid-19 we are having to limit the number we can have at the library. If you are interested, you may email us at yayayarners@gmail.com and we can send you a link or give you more information. Do you knit or crochet? Would you like to learn how? If so, this is the group for you… the Ya Ya Yarners! We will teach you if you don’t know how. We will start you with one of two simple projects. We will supply the needles or hooks and yarn and a pattern. If you already have a project under way bring it along to work on. We also do community projects such as hats for service members, lap blankets, prayer shawls and many other things, plus we have a really good time. We hope you will join us! Program takes place in the meeting room.

ABC & DS OF MEDICARE September 14, 1 p.m. Karen Haiflich of the Medicare Information Source will help you navigate through the process of Medicare. Learn about filing, benefits, and any other questions you might have. Program takes place in the meeting room.

LIBRARY BOOK GROUP September 17, 7 p.m. Join us to discuss The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes. Volunteering for Eleanor Roosevelt’s new traveling library in small-town Kentucky, an English bride joins a group of independent women whose commitment to their job transforms the community and their relationships. Program takes place in the meeting room. LIBRARY BOARD MEETING September 22, 6 p.m.

MEDICARE 101 September 24, 6 p.m. A fun and informative class to learn what to expect with Medicare and how to ask the right questions. Perfect for anyone wanting to learn about their Medicare options. Presented by Paige Phillips, an agent of Medicare Advisors of Alabama. Program takes place in the meeting room.

SENIOR CENTER

The Alabaster Senior Center, which is operated by the Alabaster Parks and Recreation Department, offers a variety of programs and services for individuals 55 years of age and older who live in Shelby County.

The Senior Center is located at 1097 – 7th Street S.W., Alabaster.

Hours of operation are Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

If you would like more information concerning Senior programs, please contact the Alabaster Senior Center at 205-663- 1307 or belder@cityofalabaster.com.

Due to the Pandemic, the Senior Center remains closed; however, that is subject to change as State restrictions change. Please check our Facebook page for updates.

ALL Arthritis Classes and the Book Club are by Zoom invitation. Seniors can call the Senior Center to be added to the email invitation.

ONLINE ARTHRITIS EXERCISE Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 & 12:30

The 10:30 class is designed to help alleviate pain and stiffness, maintain range of motion, improve balance and coordination, increase endurance, and benefit overall health. This is a seated class with health tips given on steps you can take to healthier living. Must have Zoom on computer or phone. The 12:30 class is is designed for those seeking to improve or maintain their mobility, muscle strength and functional ability. This class will include a variety of exercises, working from head to toe while sitting and standing.

SPECIAL EVENTS September 11, 9:30 a.m. - Jim N Nicks

Biscuits and Tea 9:30am (drive thru at

Senior Center – no sign up necessary) September 17, 12:00 p.m. - Tech Talk

Live with Patrick (on Facebook Live) September 28, 9:30 a.m. - Book Club

PARKS & REC BASKETBALL REGISTRATION On-Line: September 8-26, 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. In-Person: September 8-25, 8 a.m-5 p.m.

Available to boys kindergarten-9th grades and girls kindergarten-6th grades. Cost is $85 (plus 10% for non-residents). To register online, visit www.alabasterparks. org. To register in person, visit the Parks and Rec office. For more information, please contact Nik McCrimon at 664-6840 or nmccrimon@cityofalabaster.com.

Eligibility: 9th graders who turn 15 before September 1, 2020 are not eligible. Kindergarteners are required to turn 5 before September 1, 2020 to be eligible to play (no exceptions).

FALL FEST VENDOR REGISTRATION On-Line: September 1-25, 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. In-Person: September 1-25, 8 a.m-5 p.m.

Registration is free and includes a 15x15 space. You must provide your own table, chairs and/or canopy. Note: There may be a fee charged through Revenue for a Business License or Permit. Event Fall Fest will be on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Buck Creek Trail. To register online, visit www. alabasterparks.org. To register in person, visit the Parks and Rec office.

CITY OF ALABASTER 1953 Municipal Way Alabaster, AL 35007 www.cityofalabaster.com 205-664-6800

MARTY HANDLON, MAYOR 205-664-6831 handlon@cityofalabaster.com SOPHIE MARTIN, WARD 1 205-506-8961 martin@cityofalabaster.com RICK ELLIS, WARD 2 ellis@cityofalabaster.com STACY RAKESTRAW, WARD 3 205-529-3326 rakestraw@cityofalabaster.com GREG FARRELL, WARD 4 farrell@cityofalabaster.com RUSSELL BEDSOLE, WARD 5 205-229-6021 bedsole@cityofalabaster.com SCOTT BRAKEFIELD, PRESIDENT, WARD 6 205-915-4439 brakefield@cityofalabaster.com

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KERRI PATE, WARD 7 205-965-8300 pate@cityofalabaster.com

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