Imagining Black Futures: Young Artists Envision Afrofuturism

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2023 Annual Report

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CALS – Off The Shelf – November 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–

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Early Voting has started!

All early voting locations will be open from 8am – 6pm on weekdays and 10am – 4pm on Saturdays. The last day to vote early will be Monday, November 4.

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Event

A Navajo Investigator's Search for the Unexplained

You are welcome to join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland.

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Sobre la migración infantil desde Centroamérica: En conversación con Javier Zamora

Sintoniza una conversación especial con el autor más vendido del New York Times Javier Zamora mientras conversa con nosotros sobre su fascinante historia de supervivencia y perseverancia, tal como se cuenta en sus memorias premiadas.

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Lawyers In The Library: Record Sealing

This event will feature a presentation on the topic of Record Sealing, including what can and cannot be sealed, what steps are required to get a record sealed, and more.

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CALS Used Book Sale

It’s time for another CALS Used Book Sale! Open to the public.

  • Thursday, November 14: 2PM-5PM
  • Friday, November 15: 10AM-2PM
  • Saturday, November 16: 10AM-2PM
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Top Ten Things to Do in November!

November gets off to an exciting start with our annual Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos celebration on Friday, November 1. Join us at Library Square and the Ron Robinson Theater alley from 5:30-8:30PM for a parade,

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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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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.

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