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Rohwer and Jerome: Japanese American WWII Incarceration Camps in Arkansas

Rohwer and Jerome: Japanese American WWII Incarceration Camps in Arkansas
Friday, March 10, through Saturday, June 24
Underground Gallery

Between 1942 and 1945, over 16,000 Japanese Americans were incarcerated at Rohwer and Jerome, Arkansas. Inmates of all ages documented their experience using charcoal, watercolor, and pencil. The CALS Roberts Library is mounting the first large-scale exhibition of the Gould/Vogel Collection since 2018.

To schedule a guided tour of the exhibition for groups of 10 or more,

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Grab N’ Go Activity Bags

A craft bag or worksheet for preschool and school age kids.

Available during operational hours at the front desk or through curbside service.

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Fletcher Story Time

Come join us weekly for kids’ story time with Ms. Lauren! She picks a different theme each week!

For kiddos ages 0-5. We have two story times each Tuesday: 9:30-10:30 and 10:30-11:30! Show up at the time that’s best for you and your kiddo!

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Sensory Hour

Come let your toddlers and preschoolers play in our sensory bins – no cleanup for you! Just fun!

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Milam Preschool Storytime

Storytime for children 3 to 5 years old.  Join Ms. Trinity for stories, poems, fingerplays and crafts.

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Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays at 10:30 am

We’ll read a story or two, sing silly songs & make a quick craft.

We also get help from our Tail Waggin’ Tutors:

Scruffy and/or Paisley!

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Drop-in Tech Help

Drop in and ask your burning tech questions, or get help with a specific problem from an expert. Feel free to bring your device or laptop.
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CALS Writing Circle: Writer’s Lunch

How do people find the time to write? If you’re having trouble making space for writing in your busy life, join us–virtually–on your lunch hour from wherever you are. You deserve some dedicated writing time. Bring your own work-in-progress or use the prompts provided. Come and go; eat if you like. Everyone is welcome, no writing experience is required. Contact dmoore@cals.org.

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Milam Homies @ the Library

Library activity time for homeschooled children. Join Ms. Trinity for a stories, crafts and more.

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Table-Top Tuesdays

Is there a game that you have been wanting to try? Chances are that we have it! Join us weekly on the 5th floor at the Main library on Tuesdays from 3pm to 5pm and play a variety of games from our collection. This includes board, card, table-top, and role-playing games.

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Farewell Field Day

Enjoy frozen treats and lawn games as we mark the end of after-school programming until next school year. Not ready to say goodbye? Visit cals.beanstack.com to sign up for Summer @ CALS!

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Level 4’s Greatest Hits

We liked these programs so much we’re doing it again! Come by Level 4 every Tuesday to celebrate the end of an era and do some of our favorite activities again! Ages 12-19
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Reading Road Trip: A Teen Book Club

Take a road trip through the United States with books!

In this book club, you’ll read a book that takes place in/is about/the author is from a state.

You can make a poster about the book you chose to hang up in the library or take home and sample the most popular dish from the month’s state.

May’s state is Arkansas and we’ll be trying out cheese dip!

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Bitter Sacrifices: Art and Writing from Arkansas’s World War II Japanese American Incarceration Centers

Between 1942 and 1945, more than 120,000 Japanese Americans from the West Coast were incarcerated at ten centers around the country, including at Rohwer and Jerome, Arkansas, for looking like the enemy. The CALS Butler Center for Arkansas Studies holds the single largest collection of art and writing from the camps.

Heather Zbinden, CALS Roberts Library programs and website coordinator, will talk about this chapter in American and Arkansas history, showing some of the creative works left behind.

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Beginning Dulcimer

Learn to play the mountain Dulcimer. For more information email Ms. Denise at denorthcutt@cals.org. Space is limited, registration required.

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Short Form: a virtual short story discussion group

Join us to discuss two short stories every month on Zoom. 
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TUE 5/30: Terror Tuesday! The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues (1955, NR)

The CALS Ron Robinson Theater is proud to present a screening of the classic 1955 horror film The Phantom from 10,000 Leagues.

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CALS Writing Circle: Memoir Writing for Seniors

In this four-part weekly program, you’ll learn why you should write about your life, how to write your story in your own words, and how to know which stories to write about. Come see why it’s never too late or too early to start. Everyone 55+ is welcome; no writing experience required. Contact dmoore@cals.org

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Storytime

Join us at CLLC for a storytime adventure! Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

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Virtual Storytime

Stories and Baby ASL

Posted on the CALS Kids YouTube channel.

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Baby Storytime (ages 0-24 months)

Join Ms. Heidi for the Thompson Library’s Lapsit time! We will read short stories, sing interactive songs, and enjoy playtime together. A great time for parents and caregivers to help their baby grow and develop. See you there!

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Milam Crafty Creations

Join Ms. Denise for a new craft project each week.  Each Wednesday morning from 10:00 am until noon.  For adults only. Check our  calendar for items planned for each week.

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Thompson Storytime (ages 2-3)

Join Ms. Heidi for story-time at the Thompson Library! We’ll sing fun songs, read colorful stories, and make amazing crafts. See you there!

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Thompson Storytime (ages 4-5)

Joins Ms. Heidi for storytime at the Thompson Library! We’ll sing fun songs, read colorful stories, and make amazing crafts. See you there!

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Adult Activity Time

We offer a variety of games for people to play.  This program takes place in our Nixon library meeting room from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday.

This is an in-person program for ages 18 & up.

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Bingo!

Bingo every Wednesday! Listen to music, get a snack, and win prizes! Join us at 3pm on the 5th floor of the Main Library.

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Walking Wednesday

Get your steps in every Wednesday in May at 3:30 for some fun fitness!

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Manga Makers Workshop: Character Creation

Engage with various comic, manga, anime, and animation media in order to create art that not only resembles the reference media but adds individual creativity to the mix! Through a variety of creative practices, activities, and mediums, teens will create their characters and animations. Ages 12-19
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Let’s Bake

Let’s bake cookies!

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Grab N’ Go Activity Bags

A craft bag or worksheet for preschool and school age kids.

Available at the front desk or through curbside service during operation hours.

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CALS Writing Circle: How to Write Your Own (or someone else’s) Obituary at Millie Brooks MicroLibrary

If you could write your own obituary, what would you say about yourself, your life, your work, your family? Join us as we learn how to write an obituary for yourself–or for a loved one. We’ll talk about what to include and leave out of an obituary, the common elements of every obituary, dealing with difficult death notices, the cost of placing an obit, and more. Contact dmoore@cals.org or jmorris@cals.org.

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How To Write An Obituary

Deb Moore from CALS Main Library will present this in conjunction with the Perry County Writers.

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Coffee and Conversations

Join us for coffee and a conversation about how we can better understand and empower the unsheltered population. Refreshments served.

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Fiddlesticks

Bring your needles or hooks. Any kind of fabric craft is welcome.

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Page Turners

Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month. Members read a single book for discussion at the meeting. Contact Ginann at gswindle@cals.org for information. Junes discussion is on All the Missing Girls by Megan Miranda. No meetings in July or August.

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Tinker Thursday

We’re full S.T.E.A.M. ahead at the library! Come check us out every other Thursday!

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Thompson Branch SUMMER @ CALS Kick-off Event

Join us as we celebrate the start of SUMMER @ CALS.  We will have crafts, games, prizes, and SHAVED ICE.
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Socrates Café

Explore questions through non-academic discussion. Topics selected by participants.

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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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Program Room Playdate

Join us for a short story followed by 45 minutes of playtime.

Activities may include blocks, puzzles, simple crafts, sensory bins, and more.

Light snacks and coffee/juice provided.

Ages 2-5 with grown up. Every Friday in June and July.

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Lego Club

Come build it up at CLLC with Lego Club! Great for all ages. If you like Legos, this club is for you!

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Find Your Next Great Read

The summer is here and Summer @ CALS means longer days and more time to read books! Whether you’re looking for author read-alikes, books to read after finishing a popular movie or TV show, or to expand your reading to new genres, CALS has the tools to help you find your next great read. Learn how to use our online resources to find book recommendations, track the books you’ve read, and reach your summer reading goals!

 

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All Together Art

It’s time for Summer @ CALS! Come celebrate this year’s theme, “All Together Now,” with collaborative art projects! Ages 12-19
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Ready, Set, Hired: Resume & Job Interview Prep

Join SELECT Programs and learn how to create a compelling resume that showcases your skills and experience as well as how to answer common interview questions.

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Bad Art With Bob Ross

Are you bad at art? Great! Come join us for a low-pressure afternoon of creating art, no skills or experience needed. We will be following along with one of Bob Ross’s “The Joy of Painting” episodes, with no pressure to make something good, just to enjoy painting. Join us on Friday, June 2nd at 3pm on the 5th floor. Supplies will be provided.

Email lapeters@cals.org to register.

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Say Cheese…Making

June 4th is National Cheese Day. Celebrate by making your own cheese! Ages 6-12
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Magic the Gathering

Celebrate Magic the Gathering with a classic tournament.  For those more experienced players bring your decks and play in an advanced bracket.  The beginners will learn how to play and get their own starter deck to play their own tournament.  Winners of each bracket gets a prize. Ages 8-13
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Yoga at Thompson Library

Join us every Saturday morning in June from 11am-12pm for free yoga sessions provided by Eden Salt Studio!
Yoga mats will be provided–or bring your own.

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All Together Trashion Challenge

Participate in the All Together Trashion Challenge by coming to Children’s to create wearable art out of recyclable materials. All supplies and materials provided, just bring your creativity!

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Find Your Next Great Read: Summer Vacation

Whether you’re interested in bringing ebooks on your vacation (a great space saver) or finding the perfect book to read by the pool, stop by and learn how to use resources like Novelist and Libby to make your summer reading the best ever.

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Music and Movement

Have fun and improve gross motor movement with fun songs and dances! Ages 5 and under.
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Summer Lunch

Free meals for ages 0-18 in our Activity Room.

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Chess Club

Come learn the game of Chess! This program is a partnership with the CPR Chess Club.

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Master Piece Puzzle Club

Drop-in puzzle club. Work alone or with others and chat about puzzles, books, and more. All levels of puzzling skills welcome!

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Create Together: Spin Art

Celebrate our Summer @ CALS theme, “All Together Now,” with a collaborative paint project.

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Tail Waggin’ Tutors

Practice your reading with a certified therapy dog. For grades K-12.

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Matinee Monday

Join us on the 5th floor at 3pm every Monday to enjoy a movie and refreshments!

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CALS Studio: Open Lab

May-July, Mondays 3:30-5 – CALS Studio: Open Lab (Ages 12-19.) Patrons may visit Level 4 to utilize the studio technology. CALS Studio tech is required to stay on the Main Library campus.

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English Class

This class will consist of two parts. Most classes will be focused on learning English, but one class a month will be devoted to learning life skills such as computer literacy, health, nutrition, etc.  

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Get Creative!

Let’s get creative! Join Natalee to discover and learn a variety of art techniques such as painting, sculpting and drawing. For kids of all ages and their families.
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CALS Writing Circle: Writer’s Lunch

How do people find the time to write? If you’re having trouble making space for writing in your busy life, join us–virtually–on your lunch hour from wherever you are. You deserve some dedicated writing time. Bring your own work-in-progress or use the prompts provided. Come and go; eat if you like. Everyone is welcome, no writing experience is required. Contact dmoore@cals.org.

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Noon Movie

Meet us in the theatre for a noon movie!

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Mario Kart Mania

Turn Level 4 into a live Mario Kart track and then compete to see who can complete the course the fastest! Ages 12-19.
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Collaborative Web

We all create a web of support and love around us – let’s visualize the web together in this Summer Ice Breaker Game!

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Crochet Club

Learn a new craft this summer! Join our Crochet Club to learn how to crochet, or learn new techniques and stitches. All experience levels are welcome.

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Tuesday Fun: Tail Waggin’ Tutors

Come hang out with our certified therapy dogs and practice your reading! Happens the first Tuesday of every month.

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TUE 6/6: Terror Tuesday: The Amazing MR. X (1948, NR)

The Amazing Mr. X is a classic 1948 psychological thriller that follows the mysterious story of a man who comes back from the dead and attempts to communicate with his widow.

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Milam Crafty Creations- Flag Lanterns

Join the Milam Crafty Creations group for Summer@CALS. We will create a Flag Lantern just in time for July 4th. We will be recycling a glass jar.

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Blake Wintory: “The Unionist Demby Family”

CALS Butler Center for Arkansas Studies Presents LEGACIES & LUNCH

Speaker: Blake Wintory

Using a range of artifacts and documents from the Old State House Collection, the Butler Center, and other institutions, Blake Wintory will provide insight into the lives of James W. Demby and his son Josiah Demby, two Arkansas Unionists during the Civil War. The Dembys are also documented as watchmakers and jewelers in Historic Arkansas Museum’s Arkansas Made project.

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Kindness Cafe

Teens, help us decorate Post It notes with messages of kindness, and then hide them throughout the library. Make your own affirmation jar to take home. Snacks provided.

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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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Draw With Squiggles

What can you create out of a tiny squiggle? Come join us to create a huge collaborative art piece that will hang around the library all summer long!

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AR Kids Read Literacy Camp

Join AR Kids Read for this literacy camp. Space is limited and registration required: https://forms.gle/3RwSf6KxrzmtLRVe9

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Legos @ the Library

This is a come and go program to create and build with Legos.

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Let’s Use Our Senses: Sensory Hour at Fletcher

Join us every fourth Thursday at Fletcher for a fun Sensory Hour!

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True Stories Book Club

This book club reads non-fiction books including true crime, biographies/memoirs, self-help, current events, social sciences/politics.

Occurs the 2rd Thursday of every month excluding holidays.
  • March – The Pioneers:  The Historic Story of the Settlers Who Brough the American Ideal West by David McCullough
  • April – Caste:  The Origins of Our Discontent by Isabel Wilkerson
  • May –  The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt
  • June – High Latitudes:  An Arctic Journey by Farley Mowat
  • July – Thank You for Being Late:  An Optimist’s Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations by Thomas L.
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Pride Month Craft Party

Are you ready for Pride month? Make your own pronoun pins and tie-dye Pride bandanas with Teens 4 InQlusion! All materials and snacks provided–and feel free to bring your own cotton shirt to dye. Teens of all genders and sexualities, ages 12 – 19, are welcome.
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Food, Fun, and Reading

Come experience the joy of food, fun, and reading with this program.

*Limit 10*

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Crafting with Opal

This is an adult craft program. In this program we teach different crafts which could include sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, needle arts, paper crafts & more.

This is an in-person only program that happens every other Thursday (excluding holidays).

For ages 18 & up.  Sign-up is required.  Please call us at (501)457-5038 to sign-up.

Crafts:

June 8 – Bottle fairy lights craft

June 22 – Painted rocks craft

July 6 –

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Cricut Class

   
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THU 6/8: National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983, R)

Is life just one big vacation? Come find out at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater on June 8th 2023. We will be showing National Lampoon‘s Vacation,

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Maumelle Library Book Club

This month’s book is Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz. Registration is required.

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Switch Hour

Play games on McMath’s Nintendo Switch.

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Web Wizards: An Introduction to Web Development

SELECT programs will introduce how the internet works and the basics of website development and design by learning about the three common languages that create a webpage’s structure, design, and functionality.

*Limit 10*

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Musical Chairs Painting

Art plus music equals endless fun! Collab with your CALS friends and make a painting!

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Hide a Butterfly

Butterflies use camouflage to blend in with their surroundings. Design a butterfly to hide in the department. Can we find yours?
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FRI 6/9: The Princess Bride (1987, PG)

The cult classic, The Princess Bride, is coming to the big screen at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater! Set in the fictional country of Florin,

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Summer @ CALS – Music

Summer @ CALS offers a variety of musical fun, events are spread across the system and last the whole summer! The Kinder experience combines singing, dancing, laughing and learning; they perform feel-good tunes loaded with imagination. Musical comedians, mömandpöp are a husband and wife songwriting team that believe in the power of music and play to bring joy to everyday life. While Stephin Booth’s workshops promote unity, teamwork, self-confidence, and patience through teaching about various drums in Afro-Caribbean culture. Go to one event or try to catch them all; it’s always more fun when you know the words!
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Summer @ CALS – Magic

The magic shows at Summer @ CALS are something you have to see to believe. Scott Davis’ unique combination of magic and comedy will leave you in stitches. Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic Show is a unique blend of laugh-out-loud comedy coupled with sensational magic, all combined with an educational approach that is all about having fun with books. Make sure to experience one of these shows, because before you know it, POOF, they’ll be gone!
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Summer @ CALS – More

Summer @ CALS is about learning while still having fun! Thanks to the help of the Clinton Presidential Library kids can learn about the importance of civic engagement and through the Innovation Hub, they can access hands-on crafts and technology like printmaking and working with clay.
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World Wide Knit in Public Day

Come knit or crochet with us while we celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day.

You can also join in & help us Yarn Bomb the Nixon library lobby.  Snacks & beverages provided.

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Milam- Pickin’ @ the Library

Come to practice, learn or just listen to the sweet sounds of the dulcimer! Do you play or would like to learn. For more information email denorthcutt@cals.org.

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World Wide Knit in Public Day

Please join us to celebrate your favorite fiber art, whatever it may be, such as knitting, crocheting, embroidery, cross stitch, and weaving. All are welcome. Bring a project to work on or a finished one to show, and socialize with others. Come and leave at your discretion, and stay as long as you like.

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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 Writing Circle: How to Write an Obituary

If you could write your own obituary, what would you say about yourself, your life, your work, your family? Join us as we learn how to write an obituary for yourself–or for a loved one. We’ll talk about what to include and leave out of an obituary, the common elements of every obituary, dealing with difficult death notices, the cost of placing an obit, and more. Contact dmoore@cals.org.

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CALS Writing Circle: How to Write Your Own (or someone else’s) Obituary at Sanders Library

If you could write your own obituary, what would you say about yourself, your life, your work, your family? Join us as we learn how to write an obituary for yourself–or for a loved one. We’ll talk about what to include and leave out of an obituary, the common elements of every obituary, dealing with difficult death notices, the cost of placing an obit, and more. Contact dmoore@cals.org.

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CALS Writing Circle: Writing all Year Workshop Group

Are you looking for a writing workshop group? Led by J. Jobe, Writing All Year is a place to share your work-in-progress with other writers. We meet twice a month to give and receive encouragement, insight, and feedback in a safe and respectful environment. Our objective: to improve the work with kindness and compassion. If this sounds like something you’ve been looking for, please join us. Free. All experience levels are welcome. Contact jjobe@cals.org.

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Conversation Table

This is your chance to use that Spanish before you lose it! We’ll start with a brief review of beginner-level Spanish followed by games and interactions with other learners. No grades, no tests, no pressure! 

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CALS Writing Circle: How to Write Your Own (or someone else’s) Obituary at Rooker Library

If you could write your own obituary, what would you say about yourself, your life, your work, your family? Join us as we learn how to write an obituary for yourself–or for a loved one. We’ll talk about what to include and leave out of an obituary, the common elements of every obituary, dealing with difficult death notices, the cost of placing an obit, and more. Contact dmoore@cals.org.

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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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Quilting Class

This is a four-week quilting class.  It meets every other Monday starting June 12.  You must attend every class.  Please do not sign up unless you are able to attend all four classes.

In these classes you will make a four-block quilted placemat.  In making the placemat you will learn the basics of how to make a quilt.

Limited space available. Please call (501)457-5038 if you would like to participate in this program.

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Stitch Makers – Knit & Crochet

Knit and crochet for beginners or experts. Yarn and hook will be provided or you can bring your own projects to work on.

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Summer Scrapbooking – Ancient Egyptian Papyrus Painting

Join us every week of Summer Reading to learn a new technique and create a page for ultimate summer scrapbook.

During this class you will learn how to paint like an Egyptian, following step by step as we paint figures from Egyptian mythology onto papyrus.

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Summer @ CALS Kickoff

Bring your swimwear and water toys for a morning of water paly with the Sherwood Fire Department!

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Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime on Mondays at 10:30am June 12 through July 24. Enjoy stories, songs, and more with Ms. Sara! Best for ages 3-5.

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Summer @ CALS Kickoff!

Join us for a featured concert by mömandpöp to kickoff our Summer @ CALS 2023!

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Cook Together

Celebrate our Summer @ CALS theme, “All Together Now,” by making smoothies.

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Cook Together: Smoothies

Celebrate our Summer @ CALS theme, “All Together Now,” with a collaborative cooking project.

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Craft All Together

Come on down to the Maumelle Library to make a friendship bracelet together!

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Teens Create Together

Teens create memories and crafts together. Today’s craft is friendship bracelets!

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Monday Makerspace

A craft zone or tinker area.

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Finding Family Facts (June 12)

The Butler Center offers a beginner’s genealogy class the second Monday of every month, taught by Rhonda Stewart, the Butler Center’s local history and genealogy expert. Participants will learn how to use online databases and city directories, as well as how to archive family documents. Jump-start your genealogy research with this fun and creative way to learn about the past.

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Lego Club

Come build it up at CLLC every Monday with Lego Club! Great for all ages: if you like Legos, this club is for you!

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Book Signing: Cicadas Sing of Summer Graves

Join us for an engaging book signing event featuring Robyn Barrow, co-author of “Cicadas Sing of Summer Graves”. It will be an exciting evening filled with discussions about the book, their writing process, a Q&A, and ending with the book signing. Copies of the book will be for sale. For adults.

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Learn to Play Mahjong

Join us as we learn to play Mahjong! Sign-up required, refreshments will be provided.

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Cicadas Sing of Summer Graves – Book signing with Robyn Barrow, half of writing duo Quinn Connor

We are thrilled to host Robyn Barrow, half of writing duo Quinn Connor, for a book signing event at Terry Library! Come and listen to the author read from their latest book, Cicada’s Sing of Summer Graves, and enjoy light refreshments. Get your copy signed and chat with the author during the Q&A session.

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Kids Garden Club

Come explore our garden with a different activity each week.

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Community Helpers

Have you ever wondered who works together to keep our City safe, beautiful and wonderful? Do you want to see how and what they drive?  Come and join us!

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Community Helpers

Have you ever wondered who works together to keep our city safe, beautiful, and wonderful? Join us and see what they drive.

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Kids Together

Join us at the Maumelle Library for a program hosted by a guest from the Clinton Presidential Library!

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Kids Program: Constructing a Community

Join us to make a paper bag community that we’ll display during Summer @ CALS! For kids 5-12.

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“Woodrow for President!” with the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become President? Join us for a special storytime featuring “Woodrow for President!” by Peter & Cheryl Barnes. We’ll learn about how Woodrow G. Washingtail became the President of the United Mice of America then make our own campaign buttons.

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Learn w/Us

Presented in conjunction with UAMS AGEC, gain helpful information regarding healthy living in the aging community. Presented in person and via Zoom. Check Dee Brown Facebook page for online link.

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Drumming with Stephin Booth

Have fun while learning drumming basics from professional drummer Stephin Booth.

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Hands Across The Library

Come and decorate paper hand prints.  We will then use them for an art project here at Milam for the summer.

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Teen Program: Community Canvas Art

What does community look like to you? Create an artwork on canvas that represents your community so we can display it all summer long! Artworks will be returned to artists after Summer @ CALS is complete. [Snacks provided] For teens 13-18.

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Tween Self-Affirmation Jars

Be kind to yourself! Make your own self-affirmation jar to fill with affirmations and show yourself some love.

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Master Builders

Do you love snapping those tiny brightly colored bricks together to form cars, houses, and anything else your imagination can think up? Then join us for free play with Legos!

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Snackin’ Round the World

Learn about a different country and try out some of its most popular snacks!

June’s country is Belgium!

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Let’s Bake!

Let’s bake banana bread.

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Tuesday Fun: Lego Club

Come hang out and build your imagination with LEGOs at the Thompson Library Lego Club! Happens on the second Tuesday of every month.

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Adult Craft-a-Thon!

☆ Join us Tuesdays in June for Thompson’s Adult Art Nights! ☆
Kicking things off on June 13th with the Craft-A-Thon which will have 4 different stations each with a craft that embraces the All Together Now theme.
All materials provided & registration is required! Adults only.
If you’re interested- you can call us at 501.821.3060!

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TUE 6/13: Terror Tuesday: House on Haunted Hill (1959, NR)

Are you brave enough to venture into the House on Haunted Hill? Join us at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater on June 30th 2023 for a special showing of the classic 1959 horror film!

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Baby Lapsit Storytime

Baby Storytime on Wednesdays at 9:30am June 14 through July 26. Bond with your baby in your lap as you enjoy stories, songs, and activities with Ms. Sara! Best for babies who are not yet walking.

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Milam Crafty Creations- Fruit Stamped Tea Towel

Join the Milam Crafty Creations group for Summer @ CALS.  This week we will be stamping a tea towel with lemons and paint.

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Move and Groove

Come listen to stories and sing songs.

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Toddler Storytime

Toddler Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:30am June 14 through July 26. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities with Ms. Sara! Best for toddlers who are walking up to 2 years old.

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Storytime

Music, stories, and play time!

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All Together Storytime

Join us at the Maumelle Library for a special storytime that emphasizes togetherness. Today’s theme is Friends!

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Chalk the Walk

Join us for event #8 in our 10 year anniversay celebration! Meet us for treats and add your own flair to the library sidewalks! Fun for all ages!

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Summer @ CALS drum workshop

Enjoy and hour of instruction on percussion

with Little Rock’s famous Stephin Booth!

 

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All Together Storytime

Join us at the Maumelle Library for a special storytime that emphasizes togetherness. Today’s theme is Friends!

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Continental Kitchen – Africa

Africa is the first stop for Fletcher’s Continental Kitchen! Join us as we follow a recipe for sweet potato biscuits straight from Malawi.

Space is limited so please give us a call or sign up at the table in our lobby to reserve a spot.

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Teen Time

Stop by the library and have book chats, create crafts, play games, and nerd out.

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Vegetable of the Month: Squash

Try a prepared dish made featuring a local seasonal vegetable, swap recipes, facts and cooking tips.

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Teens Together

Time for teens to get together and play games or watch movies.

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Art Cart

Discover the artist within you with our Art Cart program! We provide a mobile art station stocked with a variety of art supplies for you to explore and create at your own pace. For adults.

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4-H

Come learn ways to be kind to our Earth through a presentation about our water cycle.

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“Woodrow for President!” with the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become President?

Join us for a special story-time featuring “Woodrow for President!” by Peter & Cheryl Barnes.

We’ll learn about how Woodrow G. Washingtail became the President of the United Mice of America, then make our own campaign buttons!

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Mother Goose on the Loose: Baby Storytime

Songs, stories, and finger plays for our youngest guests. Ages 0-36 months.
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An American In Provence: Author Talk with Award-Winning Photographer Jamie Beck

An American in Provence is a beautiful collection of exquisite portrait, scenic, and still-life photography from New York Times bestselling author and award-winning photographer Jamie Beck. Looking to slow down from her fast-paced life in New York City, Beck embarked on a one-year getaway to Provence. One year, turning into five, Beck moved to the French countryside, documenting her life as An American in Provence.
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Nixon Book Buddies Book Club

This book club reads fiction & non-fiction books.

Occurs the 3rd Thursday of every month excluding holidays.

2023:

  • January – The Light in the Ruins by Chris Bohjalian
  • February – The Amateur Marriage by Anne Tyler
  • March – The Book of Bright Ideas by Sandra Kring
  • April – Lucky Boy by Shanthi Sekaran
  • May – Boston Girl by Anita Diamant
  • June – Camp Nine by Vivienne Schiffer
  • July –
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Father’s Day Wallet

Bring a picture to laser etch on a leather pattern of a wallet for Dad!  Learn to sew your leather pattern together to make a personalized wallet for “#1 Dad” in your life! While supplies last.

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World Percussion with Stephin Booth

Find rhythm and community in the drum circle. All ages welcome, and no experience necessary.

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Personal Archiving and Prepping to Digitize Your Personal Papers, Photos, and Other Stuff (June 15)

Learn how to organize your personal papers, photos, scrapbooks, and other items to digitize and store them for future generations. And find out more about CALS DIY Memory Lab and how to use it to preserve your family history.

Register for Personal Archiving

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Choose Your Own Adventure Storytime

A storytime where you choose the ending!

Held in the YA section

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“Woodrow for President!” with the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become President? Join us for a special storytime featuring “Woodrow for President!” by Peter & Cheryl Barnes. We’ll learn about how Woodrow G. Washingtail became the President of the United Mice of America then make our own campaign buttons.

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Art Night

Join us for a fun craft night! This month we will be helping our furry friends by creating shelter animal portraits!

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Krafty Kids

Crafty kids are welcome to stop by the library to create a craft.

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Five and Under Playtime

Each week we will have a fun activity for the 5 and under crowd. Activities will include transient art (making non-permanent art with random objects), PlayDoh, and music and movement, among other things. Some activities may have parts that are not suitable for children still putting things in their mouth; adult supervision is recommended. For kids 5 and under.

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“Woodrow for President!” with the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become President? Join us for a special storytime featuring “Woodrow for President!” by Peter & Cheryl Barnes. We’ll learn about how Woodrow G. Washingtail became the President of the United Mice of America then make our own campaign buttons.

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CALS Writing Circle and Roberts Library: Do You Want to Build a Timeline?

Whether you’re contemplative and looking for insight or seeking therapeutic exploration, whether you’re charting out your life for your memoir or wanting to give a resource to your family members to help them better understand their genealogy, making a timeline of your life is a fun and easy activity that anyone can do! Free and open to the public. Led by J. Jobe. A partnered program of the Roberts Library of Arkansas History & Art and the CALS Writing Circle.

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Movie Friday: The Mitchells vs. The Machines (PG)

Join us for a movie and snacks.

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Reading Dragons and Friends Club

Children’s Library has a new collectable for your little ones to get – and all they have to do is read! Join us at CLLC every Friday for the Reading Dragons and Friends Club! Kids will be able to collect Reading Dragon cards, play games, trade cards, and other fun activities!

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Willy Wonka Interactive Movie

It’s going to be Wonka-licious! Props and scripts provided.

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Design Your Story: Introduction to Graphic Design

Attendees will receive an introduction to graphic design, an overview of a design software and tools, and an explanation how to apply design principles to a fun graphic design project. This program is a partnership with SELECT Programs.

*Limit 10*

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Dad Party

Dress like a dad, tell dad jokes, and compete for #1 Dad prizes!

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Youth Leadership Academy

Fletcher Library is proud to host Central Arkansas Pride’s Youth Leadership Academy. Teens and parents will have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with LGBTQIA organizations, health and wellness resources, and general information about our local LGBTQIA community. Various leaders in the community are conducting workshops to encourage personal growth, mentor, and offer support and resources to our LGBTQIA  youth here in Arkansas.  Morning educational tracks will be followed by an afternoon picnic with food, games, art, music, and more. Community member or ally,

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Mömandpöp

Join us for a kids’ concert with Mömandpöp,

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Summer @ CALS Kickoff Glow Party

Join us for a glow party to celebrate the beginning of Summer @ CALS. Free snacks, games, crafts, and fun!

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Life-size Candyland Game

Jump into the classic children’s game in our transformed meeting room! Pull a card and see to what candy-themed destination the card will take you. Let’s play – All Together Now!

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Create with Pride!

Calling all LGBTQ+ young artists! Brody Parrish Craig and Maximiliano Calabotta, artists & editors of TWANG Anthology, are leading a FREE creative writing & visual art workshop for Pride month. LGBTQ+ teens, ages 12 – 19, are welcome! Email Jet at jbutler@cals.org to sign up.
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Family Trivia: Friendship

How many questions can your team get correct? Bring the whole family for some fun and maybe win some prizes!

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CALS closed for Father’s Day & Juneteenth

All branches and buildings of the Central Arkansas Library System will be closed Sunday, June 18, in observance of Father’s Day, and Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Regular hours will resume Tuesday, June 20. Please call 918-3000 for further information.

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CALS Tech Tuesday

Having trouble with your devices?  The CALS Information Technology staff will help you on a one on one basic.  Don’t forget to bring your passwords along with your devices.

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First Electric Safety Trailer

Armed with their protective gear, First Electric employees show the dangers of coming into contact with energized power lines. They also discuss the basics and quicks of electricity.

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Kids Together

Join us at the Maumelle Library for a visit from the Fire Department!

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Kids Program: Drumming Workshop with Stephin Booth

Stephin Booth promotes unity, teamwork, self-confidence, and patience through teaching about various drums in Afro-Caribbean culture. For kids 5-12.

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Scott Davis Magic Show

Join us for Scott Davis and his magical show to celebrate Summer@CALS.

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Ice Cream Floats

Celebrate Ice Cream Soda Day with some delicious ice cream floats!

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Scott Davis Magic and Comedy Hour

Prepare to be entertained by the amazing Scott Davis and his magic show/comedy routine combo!

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Build A City

By using cardboard and other supplies, help your neighbor build a cardboard city.  Use your imagination and get creative.

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Teen Program: Teen Game Hour

Hang out, have some snacks, and play some games! For teens 13-18.

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Tell Me a Story

What’s your favorite place in the entire world? Come together with a loved one (or two, or however many!) And let’s discuss! Tell me a story you’ll never forget!

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Painting With Masking Tape

Create abstract art using masking tape.

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Reading Road Trip: A Teen Book Club

Travel across the country by reading a book!

Read a book that is set in/about/the author is from a state and try one of that state’s signature dishes!

June’s state is Louisiana and we’re snacking on beignets!

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TUE 6/20: Terror Tuesday: Get Out (2017, R)

Get ready for a thrilling night of suspense and horror with the 2017 film Get Out, showing at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater on June 20th 2023.

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Milam Crafty Creations-Pulled String Painting

Join the Milam Crafty Creations for Summer@CALS. This week will be be creating Pulled String Painting.

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Dance Party

Move and groove to music!

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All Together Storytime

Join us at the Maumelle Library for a special storytime that emphasizes togetherness. Today’s theme is Community Helpers!

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Scott Davis Magic & Comedy Show

Scott Davis has been performing magic professionally for the past 30 years. He’s performed in every county in the state of Arkansas.

From the stages of Las Vegas casinos to resorts nationwide- his unique blend of comedy and magic has been seen by over a million people from across America.

Additionally, he’s been featured on television affiliates for ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox.

He’s opened for Comedian Jay Leno. Currently, he performs more than 300 shows a year.

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Birdhouse Gourd Workshop

Make a beautiful birdhouse to attract feathered friends to your yard or to decorate your garden. Registration not required, but supplies are limited.

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All Together Storytime

Join us at the Maumelle Library for a special storytime that emphasizes togetherness. Today’s theme is Community Helpers!

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Continental Kitchen – Europe

Europe is our next stop for Fletcher’s Continental Kitchen! Join us as we follow a recipe for pierogis straight from Poland.

Space is limited so please give us a call or sign up at the table in our lobby to reserve a spot.

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Let’s Bake

Let’s bake muffins!

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Rock Paper Scissors Tournament

It’s an epic game of Rock, Paper, Scissors! Will you be declared the Rock, Paper, Scissor champion?

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Garden Thyme

Join us for a garden workday and hands-on activities. Topics and activities vary throughout the season.

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Beyond Polka and Pierogi: Pulaski County’s Little Poland

CALS Roberts Library community outreach archivist Danielle Afsordeh has been working with the historically Polish Marche community to document its history in Pulaski County. Founded in 1877, Marche is Arkansas’s only Catholic Polish settlement. Community members today have ties to the original settlement in the area. Learn from Afsordeh about the rich history of this community and see some of the photographs and documents that have been collected as part of this initiative.

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“Woodrow for President!” with the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become President? Join us for a special storytime featuring “Woodrow for President!” by Peter & Cheryl Barnes. We’ll learn about how Woodrow G. Washingtail became the President of the United Mice of America then make our own campaign buttons.

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