Due to inclement weather, all CALS locations will be closed on Saturday, January 11.

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Victory for Libraries: Judge Rules in Favor of the Freedom to Read

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Deadline Extended! Imagining Black Futures: Young Artists Envision Afrofuturism

Submission Deadline: February 1, 2025

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2023 Annual Report

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News & Events

Blog

CALS – Off The Shelf – January 2025

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–

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Main on the Move

Main Library is now closed to the public to undergo renovations; core library services are available at the nearby Roberts Library. This page will be continuously updated with the latest news.

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Database of the Month: Brainfuse JobNow

Brainfuse JobNow provides live interview coaching, award-winning resume creation software, a writing lab, and helpful tips and tricks for landing the perfect career. Complete a career assessment, search for jobs, create a resume and get expert feedback in JobNow’s writing lab.

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Event

Rackensack Folklore Society Concert

Make plans now to join us on January 18th for a special matinee concert with the Rackensack Folklore Society of Pulaski County and an appearance by the Arkansas Country Dance Society!

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Book Signing with Rhona Weaver

Author Rhona Weaver talks about her newest book, A Just Cause. Special Agent Win Tyler’s quest for justice collides with a Mountie’s thirst for revenge in this riveting third installment in her award-winning FBI Yellowstone Adventure series.

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Black Family Expo

Learn about families with strong ties to Central Arkansas’s Black History, explore the CALS resources available to preserve your own family’s history, and sign up for a library card!

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Blog

Top 10 Things to Do in January

The new year brings new opportunities! It’s a chance to join a book club, learn a language, find a new job, or work on improving your health and fitness. Whatever the new year holds for you,

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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.

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The CALS Cruiser: Your Library on Wheels

Did you know you can request the CALS Cruiser for your own events and outreach? We’re always looking for new ways to bring the resources of the library to the community. Please fill out the Cruiser Request Form and let’s team up for some fun!

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