All CALS locations will be closed on Monday, October 14, in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Learn More

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with CALS. September 15 - October 15.

Learn More

2023 Annual Report

Learn More

News & Events

Blog

CALS – Off The Shelf – October 2024

Off the Shelf features new releases in both physical and digital media, exhibitions, and highlights larger system-wide programs. We hope this publication serves our patrons by providing current news about our collection–

Learn More
Event

Liberating Latin American Genre Fiction: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia

You’re invited to free your mind with the highly acclaimed Silvia Moreno-Garcia, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of several novels including Mexican GothicThe Daughter of Doctor MoreauGods of Jade and Shadow, and many more!

Learn More
Event

Festival Gems: The Little Rock Film Festival Revisited, Vol. 1

Join us for a special homage to the Little Rock Film Festival (LRFF), celebrating the vibrant Arkansas film scene. We’ll be screening a variety of films that made a significant impact on local filmmakers and audiences alike.

Learn More
Event

Exhibition on Screen Presents, "Munch"

Many know Munch as the man who painted The Scream, but his complete works are remarkable and secure his place as one of the greatest artists to have ever lived.

Learn More
Event

Jacksonville Health & Wellness Fair

Over 25 health and wellness service providers. Hosted by Central Arkansas Library System, City of Jacksonville, and First United Methodist Church of Jacksonville. Sponsored by the Windgate Foundation.

Learn More
Event

Maybe You Should Talk To Someone with Lori Gottlieb

We invite you to join us as Gottlieb shares her wisdom on examining the truths and fictions we tell ourselves to help us breakthrough what is holding us back and getting in the way of living the life we desire.

Learn More
Special Blog
Blog

Top Ten Things to Do in October!

October is bringing the books and the booooo’s. With so many free activities to choose from, you’ll find yourself returning to CALS again and again this month.

  1. Finish off Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) with an art project with local artist,
Learn More
Point of Interest

The Next Chapter: A Vision for the New Main Library

Renovations at CALS Main Library are in full swing! Follow along with the progress as we add more light through added windows, a better flow for patrons, and a 70% increased footprint for children and teens. From highlights to history, this page answers all the questions you might have about Main and more. Use your mouse to control the 360º video so you can see the entire building.

Learn More

Point of Interest

Day of the Dead / Día de Muertos

Downtown Little Rock will see its fourth official Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) celebration hosted by the Central Arkansas Library System, Downtown Little Rock Partnership, and Mexican Consulate of Little Rock.

The event will feature authentic Mexican food, drinks, music, and traditional Day of the Dead customs and paraphernalia. The public is invited to bring photos of their loved ones and/or an altar offering in their loved one’s honor.

Learn More