Auburn, Ala. - The Auburn Public Library invites everyone to a variety of activities throughout December. All events are free and open to the public.

Snowflakes & Sweaters Winter Learning Challenge

Dec. 1-Jan. 31
Participants of all ages are challenged to read or listen to at least 1,000 minutes from Dec. 1 through Jan. 31 to earn their choice of a t-shirt or hoodie (while supplies last). Register for the challenge by downloading the Beanstack Tracker app to any smartphone or tablet or by visiting auburnpl.beanstack.org. Log your reading via Beanstack to complete the challenge.

Family Movie Matinee

Monday, Dec. 2, 3:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to enjoy popcorn and a movie matinee featuring "The Garfield Movie" (rated PG). The film is 101 minutes.

Letters to Santa

Thursday, Dec. 5, 3:30 p.m.
All ages of believers are invited to visit with your favorite APL elves to write a letter to Santa. We bet you’ll get a personal letter back from him in the mail! Join us for fun, music and snacks as we celebrate the season. No registration is required.

Thank You, First Responders: Crafternoon

Thursday, Dec. 19, 3:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to craft holiday themed "Thank You" cards for our local first responders and even thank a few in person!

Adults Create! Crocheted Mug Rugs/Coasters

Tuesday, Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m.

Audience: Adults (18+)
It's the class you've been asking for! Learn basic crochet skills as you create a crocheted mug rug or coaster to hold your favorite beverage. Choose from two dates. Space is limited, and registration is required.

Chapter Chats

Tuesday, Dec. 17, 5:30 p.m.

Audience: Adults (18+)
Meet us at the Library to chat about “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt. No registration is required.

Teens D.I.Y. Holiday Gifts

Tuesday, Dec. 17, 4:30 p.m.
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to stop in to create a D.I.Y Holiday gift!

Please note, the Auburn Public Library will take a program hiatus from Nov. 24-30 and Dec. 21-Jan. 3.

Email libraryevents@auburnalabama.org for more information or to register for an event. All library events are free and open to the public.