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2022 Annual Report

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CALS – Off The Shelf – May 2023

Off the Shelf will feature new releases in both physical and digital media, exhibitions, and highlight larger system- wide programs. We hope this publication serves our patrons by providing current news about our collection-- the foundation of all great libraries.
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CALS to Celebrate Children’s Library 10th Anniversary with Series of Events

CALS is inviting the public to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library & Learning Center with ten events that will take place from March through July. All events will be free and open to the public.

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Six Bridges Presents: Ronnie Woo, Did You Eat Yet?

Join us on Thursday, June 1, for a virtual discussion with Ronnie Woo, author of Did You Eat Yet? The program will start at 6:30PM and will be moderated by Joel DiPippa.
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The Fun Habit: An Author Talk with Mike Rucker, Ph.D.

Doesn’t it seem that the more we seek happiness, the more elusive it becomes? There is an easy fix, hiding in plain sight. Fun is an action you can take here and now, practically anywhere, anytime.
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Summer @ CALS Kickoff Party

Join us June 10 at the HRC Children’s Library and Learning Center as we enjoy music by the Kinders, paint kindness rocks, enjoy delicious snacks, and more!!!

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CALS Arkansas Sounds presents: Luenell

CALS Arkansas Sounds presents the “Original Bad Girl of Comedy,” Arkansas’s own, LUENELL! Luenell will grace the CALS Ron Robinson Theater stage for two shows on Saturday, June 10, 2023.
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May is AAPI Heritage Month

May is AAPI Heritage Month, and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. The reason May was chosen comes back to two important dates; May 7 and May 10. May 7, 1843, marks the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States.

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Summer @ CALS!

Join us this summer at your favorite library for reading, learning, and lots of fun activities. Register online to log and track your reading to earn digital badges and the chance to win our weekly prize drawings!

Each week of Summer @ CALS, our library branches will host fun events such as story-times, magic shows, concerts, arts & crafts, and STEM activities. There are programs for all ages (including adults)! Kids and teens who earn at least seven digital badges can earn a free book. Prize books can be picked up at any CALS branch from July 17-August 2.

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Main on the Move

Main Library will be closing to the public to undergo renovations in Fall 2023; this page will be continuously updated with the latest news. Read this article from Soiree that explains the move.

Do you have thoughts, comments, or suggestions about the renovation? Click below to tell us.

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