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CALS – Off The Shelf – July 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–
Main Library Opening This Fall!
Main Library has anchored downtown Little Rock since 1997 and was a catalyst for economic development in the River Market district. Its services – and the physical footprint on Rock Street – have changed along with the evolving needs of each generation, this renovation reflects the needs of the next generation.
Database of the Month: ASLDeafined
ASLdeafined is for everyone! Whether you know someone who is deaf, are deaf yourself, or just want to learn ASL language, this content is for you. The lesson plans are tailored to fit your specific needs. Each time you log in, you will be able to continue your lessons where you left off.
Color Your Card Design Contest
Get ready to Color Your World and showcase your “Main Character Energy” by designing our next limited edition library card! We’re inviting artists of all ages to tap into their creativity and imagine what a library card that truly expresses your unique story and vibrant world would look like.
Arkansas Arts Educators State Youth Art Show 2025
The Arkansas Art Educators State Youth Art Show 2025 exhibits the Best of Show winners from art competitions held in seven regions of the state: Northwest, Northeast, Central, East, Southwest, Southeast, and West. The artwork was created by talented students from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt: A special fund-raising event for Six Bridges Book Festival
Join us on Sunday, October 5, for An Evening with Shelby Van Pelt at the Ron Robinson Theater. This ticketed event will raise funds so the festival can continue providing free public programs in Central Arkansas.
2025 Summer @ CALS Performers
In addition to reading, there are great Summer @ CALS events at all our branches.
Enjoy the Afro-Caribbean style drumming of local percussionist Stephin Booth.
Exhibition On Screen™ at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater
Join CALS Ron Robinson Theater each month for Exhibition On Screen™, the originator and pioneer of bringing exhibition-based art films to the cinema.
Working with top international museums and galleries, Exhibition On Screen create films which offer a cinematic immersion into the world’s best loved art, accompanied by insights from the world’s leading historians and arts critics.
Find EventsThe 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!