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Upcoming Events
February 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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CALS Anniversary Celebration
CALS is celebrating its 110th anniversary with a Library Square open house. Visitors can stop by the Galleries at Library Square to view the current exhibitions on display, Into the Woods: Arkansas Champion Trees by Linda Williams Palmer & Turned-Wood Vessels by Gene Sparling and Inside and Out: Figurative Works, browse the selection of handmade jewelry, and take in the sculptures, paintings, and other works made by Arkansas artists. In addition, there will be displays by the Ron Robinson Theater and the Bookstore at Library Square and special 110th anniversary refreshments.
November 8, 2019 - February 22, 2020
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The Arkansas Pastel Society: 2019 National Pastel Show
Opening on November 8 in the West Gallery
The Arkansas Pastel Society was established in 2004 by artists who wanted a centrally located regional organization to promote pastels as a medium and to provide networking opportunities. The society seeks to create a supportive community of pastel artists who educate the public and each other through workshops and exhibitions. The 2019 exhibition is juried by Casey Klahn.
The Galleries at Library Square are FREE and open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9-6.
January 10 @ 9:00 am - March 28 @ 6:00 pm
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Inside and Out: Figurative Works
View January 10–March 28, 2020, Galleries at Library Square, Underground Gallery. Figure drawings by Robert Bean, Jeremy Couch, and Logan Hunter.
What makes each of us who we are? If the surface qualities are stripped away, can we still communicate something about ourselves through our bodies? In this exhibition of figurative works, artists Robert Bean, Jeremy Couch, and Logan Hunter all strive to convey not only the surface beauty of the human form but our inner dialogues and expressions as well,
January 10 @ 5:00 pm - April 25 @ 6:00 pm
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Into the Woods: Arkansas Champion Trees by Linda Williams Palmer & Turned-Wood Vessels by Gene Sparling
View January 10–April 25, 2020, Galleries at Library Square, Concordia Hall Gallery.
Celebrating the natural beauty of Arkansas’s trees, artists Linda Williams Palmer and Gene Sparling have created works that highlight the unique qualities of these precious resources. Working in Prismacolor pencil on paper, Palmer has created her “Champion Tree” series showcasing the largest specimens in Arkansas. Sparling uses the wood from native trees to create his sculptural turned-wood vessels that provide another viewpoint from which to appreciate the beauty of the trees.
February 19 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Adult Activity Time
Come play games or relax by working some adult coloring pages. You choose.
Every Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. excluding holidays.
February 19 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Level 1
Learn basic Photoshop skills like correcting colors and lighting, Scaling and cropping photos, and using layers. No prior photo editing experience needed.
February 19 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Quilting
Join the group in creating your own personal masterpiece. We have machines, just bring your own materials. Every Wednesday except holidays.
February 19 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Level 2
Learn how to use layers and apply gradients, styles, and effects. Work with masks and channels. Take Photoshop for Beginners: Level 1 before attending.
February 19 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Movie & Snacks
Enjoy a free meal provided by Food For Good (for kids ages 1-18) and watch a fun movie!
February 19 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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K-5 Kids
Every week is a different program for kids to learn and play. These projects may be crafts, reading prompts, experiments, cooking, LEGO free-play, and so much more!
Ages 6-11
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Fourth Floor Flicks: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
What stories do you remember from this popular book? See them reimagined on the big screen!
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Destination Exploration
Explore the world through experiments, arts and crafts, and investigations. Ages 5-11
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Gran Gran’s Toy Library (Afternoon)
This time is reserved for checking toys in or out only.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Food for Good Supper
Enjoy a healthy afterschool meal while coloring, watching a movie, and more.
For ages 0-18 years.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Celebrity Chef
Meet local chefs and learn easy, delicious recipes you can cook at home.
Ages 7 to 18.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Winter Olympics
Activities and sports related to the Olympics.
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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VolunTerry Teens
Need volunteer hours for school? Join us as we work around the library.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Afternoon Movie
Watch bear-themed family-friendly movies after school!
This program is in conjunction with Food for Good Supper.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Wii Wednesday
Wii play classic games on a BIG screen from 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. every Wednesday.
February 19 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Teen Time
Stop by the library and have book chats, create crafts, make slime, enjoy cooking, play video games, and nerding out.
February 19 @ 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Work Out Wednesday
Fun activities that focus on physical fitness.
February 19 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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African Drumming
Stephin Booth will lead an interactive drumming workshop with a variety of African drums.
February 19 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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Food for Good
Free meals for teens and kids ages 18 and under. Every Monday through Thursday, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., except holidays.
February 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Adult Painting Part 2: Watercolor – Still Life
Part 2 of 2. Enjoy painting a still life. Registration required. Space is limited. Participants need to be able to commit to both days (February 12th & February 19th) and may enroll in either the 12:00 day class or the 6:00 night class.
February 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Teen Book Chat
Hang out, read books, and enjoy a warm beverage in a teen-only safe place.
February 19 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Origami!
Join us every Wednesday for fun, friends, and origami! George and Mary are sure to delight with whimsical and sometimes unusual origami designs. All ages are welcome.
February 20 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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Book Babies
For babies (24 months and younger) and their caregivers. Join us for books, songs, bounces, nursery rhymes and playtime.
February 20 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Toddler Storytime
Join us for stories, action rhymes, songs and more!
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 20 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Every Wednesday and Thursday at 10 and 10:30 am excluding holidays and storytime breaks.
Storytime
Join us for stories, action rhymes, songs and more! If you can’t make it at 10:00 am, we repeat this storytime at 10:30 am!
Every Wednesday and Thursday, excluding holidays.
Ages 0-6
February 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Storytime
Join us for stories, action rhymes, songs and more! If you can’t make it at 10:00 am, we repeat this storytime at 10:30 am!
Every Wednesday and Thursday, excluding holidays.
Ages 0-6
February 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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Preschool Storytime
For ages 3-5 years old, this program is designed for children who are ready to sit and listen to longer stories. Join us for stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 10:30 am.
February 20 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
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Preschool Storytime
Join us for stories, action rhymes, songs and more!
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 20 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Shake, Rattle and Read
Music and movement for ages 5 and under. Join us on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. for songs, rhythmic activities and a story.
February 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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Starting Out with Apple Mobile Devices
Learn how to make your iPhone or iPad actually do the things you want it to do. This session also includes plenty of question-and-answer time.
February 20 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Level 1
Illustrator is the industry-standard software for creating logos, icons, drawings, typography, and illustrations. This class will teach you the basics.
February 20 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Fiddlesticks
Bring your needles or hooks. Any kind of craft is welcome. Learn a thing or two or just enjoy the company. All skill levels are welcome.
February 20 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Level 2
Learn how to use layers and apply gradients, styles, and effects. Work with masks and channels. Take Photoshop for Beginners: Level 1 before attending.
February 20 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Read a book to a friendly service dog.
For readers of all ages.
February 20 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Master Builders
Discover, build, and create using various materials. For children.
February 20 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Legos & Snacks
Enjoy a free meal provided by Food For Good (for kids ages 1-18) and play with Legos!
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Adult Sewing Class
This is a sewing class for beginners. This month’s project is a Baby Blanket. All supplies provided.
For Ages 18 & up.
Registration required. (501) 457-5038
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Teen Half & Half
For teens and tweens!
1st half: hangout, create, game, and caffeinate
2nd half: life skills and community service projects
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Art Sparks!
Enjoy a different art activity each week.
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Practice your reading with a certified therapy dog. For kids ages 6-18 years old.
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Crafternoon Fun
Arts and crafts for ages 6 + each Thursday at 4:00 p.m.
Cold weather crafts & fun!
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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CARE Presented by the Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Providing the tools and skill sets needed to help in the
prevention of sexual violence & creating a positive change in society.
prevention of sexual violence & creating a positive change in society.
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Paint to Music
Let the music guide your brush in this musical art play.
Ages 2 to 12.
February 20 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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Eat Smart, Be Active
This is an Eat Smart, Be Active class taught by Esmerelda Peña of UAEX. Learn how to prepare nutritious and affordable foods as part of a healthy lifestyle. Registration required. You can sign up by calling (501) 568-7494 or e-mail epena@uaex.edu. There are 7 sessions in all.
February 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Socrates Café
Discuss philosophy in a non-academic setting. Topics selected by participants.
February 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Herbert Denton Community Project: An Update
About the Program
Oral historian and writer Benji de la Piedra will give an update on his Herbert Denton Community History Project. Little Rock native Herbert Denton Jr. was a pioneering African American journalist at the Washington Post from 1966 until his death in 1989. His father, Herbert Denton Sr., was a lifelong public educator in Little Rock and a pillar of the city’s black community. De la Piedra is conducting a community history project including compiling oral histories in preparation for writing a biography on Herbert Denton,
February 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Sunset Storytime
Evening storytime for children ages 2-6 and their caregivers.
February 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Adult Kitchen
This after hours cooking class is for adults who want to learn large-batch, breakfast recipes for feeding the family. Pleas register by emailing Tui at tobaugh@cals.org. Please arrive for the class by 5:45 pm.
Ages 18 and up.
February 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Hello World: Intro to Code
Learn some of the basic techniques and concepts of writing computer programs, and write your first program. No previous coding experience required.
February 20 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Fandom February Trivia Night @ U.S. Pizza-Chenal
Do you know your fandoms? Join us as the Terry Library partners with the Thompson Library at the newly-opened U.S. Pizza located at 12 Rahling Circle for three rounds of fandom trivia!
February 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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Angie Maxwell, The Long Southern Strategy
The Southern Strategy is traditionally understood as a Goldwater and Nixon-era effort by the Republican Party to win over disaffected white voters in the Democratic stronghold of the American South. To realign these voters with the GOP, the party abandoned its past support for civil rights and used racially coded language to capitalize on southern white racial angst. However, that decision was but one in a series of decisions the GOP made not just on race, but on feminism and religion as well,
February 20 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Trivia Night @ US Pizza Chenal
Join us as we partner with the Terry Library to bring you three fun rounds of trivia at the newly-opened US Pizza Chenal located at 12 Rahling Circle. Expect questions about Harry Potter, Black Panther, and Game of Thrones, prizes for winners, and free slices!
February 21
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Little Kids Dance Party
Join us every Friday morning at 10:00 am for music, dancing, silliness, and fun!
Ages 0- 5
February 21 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
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Storytime
Enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, and making a craft.
February 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Tiny Tales Storytime
Weekly books, songs, and games for ages 0-5.
Bring your tiny tot for 30 minutes of enriched story time followed by 30 minutes of group play time.
February 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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Toddler Storytime
Interactive storytime involving movement and music!
February 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Music and Movement
Join us for singing, dancing, and other gross motor activities!
This event takes place on the 3rd floor of the Main Library and is for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers
February 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Baby Book Club
This is an opportunity to share and read board books together while learning the important literacy step of how to hold a book and turn pages.
For ages 2 and under with their caregivers.
February 21 @ 10:45 am - 11:15 am
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Tinker Time
Science is discovery! Expand growing minds with creative play, exploration and tinkering! Child attends with caregivers, siblings may attend. (Ages 3-5)
February 21 @ 11:15 am - 11:45 am
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Gran Gran’s Toy Library
Play with toy’s from Gran Gran’s Toy Library!
This is also a time to check toys in and out.
February 21 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Google Apps: Docs
Google Docs is a powerful tool for creating text documents, such as letters, resumes, reports, and much more. Best of all, it’s free–all you need is a Google account and an internet connection. In this class, you’ll learn how to:
- Access Google Docs
- Create text documents
- Share your documents with others
- Save your work on your computer as a PDF or Microsoft Word file
- Access your document from anywhere through Google Drive
This is the third session of our Google Apps series in February.
February 21 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Cartoons & Snacks
Enjoy a free meal provided by Food For Good (for kids ages 1-18) and watch fun cartoons!
February 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Friday Night Live: the News
How funny can we make the evening news?
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Fandom Friday
Join us as we celebrate our favorite fandoms.
February 7: Pokemon
February 21: Star Wars
February 28: Superheroes
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
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Teen Time
Eat snacks, play video games, and hang out after school.
February 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Milam- Friday Game Days
Milam Library continues Friday Game Day.
1st Friday will be Board Games for all ages.
2nd Friday will be Card Games for all ages.
3rd Friday will be Video Games for ages 10-18.
4th Friday will be Bingo for teens and adults.
February 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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3D Printer Lab
Learn the basics of programming a 3-D printer. Work on different projects to create three dimensional objects.
Ages 10 to 17.
February 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Kids Karaoke Friday
Kick-off the weekend with Kids Karaoke! Every Friday at 4:00 p.m.
February 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Arkansas Sounds presents: a celebration of William Grant Still
Arriving in Little Rock as an infant in 1895, William Grant Still went on to become the most important African-American classical music composer. In celebration of the 125th anniversary of his birth, we honor Still’s legacy with a screening of the documentary, A Voice High-Sounding: The Life & Career of William Grant Still. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra’s Quapaw Quartet will perform a selection of Still’s music followed by a panel discussion on Still’s story and legacy.
Admission is FREE!
February 22 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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And the Beat Goes On: Hip Hop Reading & Discussion Group
Each month members will read and discuss a book that relates to the hip hop culture.
January: Meet & Greet/ Vote on books for 2020.
February: TBA
March: TBA
April: TBA
May: TBA
June: TBA
July: TBA
August: TBA
September: TBA
October: TBA
February 22 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Falun Gong Meditation
The movements are gentle enough to be done sitting in a chair. Beginners welcome.
February 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Your Digital Library: Video, Music, and More
Don't miss out on all the free stuff your library card unlocks. Learn to access great music, movies, and shows on your phone, computer, and other devices.
February 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Fit and Fun
Join us for morning wellness classes: meditation and mindfulness, yoga, and much more.
Saturday, February 8 : D.I.Y. Yoga
Saturday, February 15 : Function & Flow
Saturday, February 22 : D.I.Y. Yoga
Saturday, February 29 : Function & Flow
February 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator
Illustrator is the industry-standard software for creating logos, icons, drawings, typography, and illustrations. This class will teach you the basics.
February 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Harlem’s Bootcamp
Harlem’s Boot Camp is a one-hour beginner to moderate intensity workout class for adults. Hand weights are welcomed. Don’t forget to bring water and sunglasses. Come prepared to sweat! Adults Only.
February 22 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Mardi Paws
A silly, pet-themed Mardi Gras party.
(Please do not bring your pets)
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 22 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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AACCT on Tour presents: Arkansas Story Porch
Old Winnie and Monroe Jones are the fun-lovin’est pair of Ozark hill folk you’ll ever hope to meet. Nothing tickles them more than sitting on their plank-board porch with friends and neighbors spinning yarns and singing songs of Arkansas lore and Arkansas history. And guess what? You’re invited! So, pull up a seat and get ready to laugh and sing. It’s Arkansas story time, ya’ll!
February 22 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way with J. Jobe
A 13-week course, held every Saturday, noon to 2:00 p.m., January 4 through June 27, 2020, in the Bobby L. Roberts Library, room 204.
Are you a writer, or have you always dreamed of being a writer? Would you like a guided means of defeating your blocks and kickstarting your creativity? Find your community and share the experience of exploring Julia Cameron’s best-selling book, The Artist’s Way, with instructor Jobe.
Course is intended to be taken all 13 weeks,
February 22 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Introduction to Adobe Lightroom
Learn basic Photoshop skills like correcting colors and lighting, Scaling and cropping photos, and using layers. No prior photo editing experience needed.
February 22 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Creating Local and Global Comfort
Join with the Alpha Kappa Sorority Incorporated Beta Pi Omega chapter in this quilting, sewing, knitting and crocheting event to benefit children in need both locally and globally. All materials, sewing machines, fabric and yarn are provided. Bring your own needles.
February 22 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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CALS Anniversary Celebration
CALS is celebrating its 110th anniversary with a Library Square open house. Visitors can stop by the Galleries at Library Square to view the current exhibitions on display, Into the Woods: Arkansas Champion Trees by Linda Williams Palmer & Turned-Wood Vessels by Gene Sparling and Inside and Out: Figurative Works, browse the selection of handmade jewelry, and take in the sculptures, paintings, and other works made by Arkansas artists. In addition, there will be displays by the Ron Robinson Theater and the Bookstore at Library Square and special 110th anniversary refreshments.
February 22 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Pen Point
A writing group that meets on the fourth Saturday of every month from 2-4pm. Everyone welcome.
February 22 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Fandom Coloring
Chill out with some coloring of your favorite fandoms.
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 22 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Frozen Party
Celebrate Frozen and the upcoming DVD release of Frozen 2 with games, snacks, and crafts.
February 22 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Open Lab
You can drop by Open Lab to ask your burning technology questions, practice using technology, or get help with specific problems from an expert.
February 22 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Teens in the Kitchen
Learn some techniques and recipes for tasty, healthy food.
Ages 12 to 18.
February 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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CALS Writing Circle
Get together with other writers of all genres to improve your craft and build a support network. Encouragement, critiques, workshops, and classes. Location: Main Library, 5th floor, Lee Room.
For more information, email dmoore@cals.org.
February 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Afternoon Antics
Join us for crafts or games. We will have a different activity each week.
For families with children.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 22 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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Family Movie: Wonder Woman
In the spirit of Fandom February, please join us for showings of movies from both the Marvel & DC canons. There will be free snacks & popcorn!
February 8: Black Panther (PG-13)
February 22: Wonder Woman (PG-13)
February 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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Baby Play
Storytime with sensory play for babies ages 0-2.
February 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Little Kids in the Kitchen
Families help their little one with explorations in the kitchen.
There will be 2 sessions, the first starting at 10 am. These sessions fill up fast, so please arrive early to sign up in front of the kitchen.
Ages 2 to 6 with caregivers.
February 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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ESL Classes
The classes are presented by El Zocalo Cultural Center. They will be on Mondays starting February 3 and runs until May 18.
February 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Toddler Storytime
For toddlers ages 2-3 years old and their caregivers. Join us on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. for stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs.
February 24 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Technology Time
Come in to get hands-on assistance with technology basics.
Microsoft Office Suites
Emails
Social Media
Tablets
Ereaders
phones
etc.
February 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Peppy Preschoolers
Storytime with a craft and/or activity for preschoolers ages 3-5.
February 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Job Seekers’ Workshop
Looking for a job, but need help with confusing online applications? Drop in for our weekly Job Seekers’ Workshop. We provide the help you need to submit your applications, so you can get to work doing what you do best.
At our Job Seekers’ Workshop, we’ll be ready to help you with whatever you need to make your job search work. We can help you:
- Apply for jobs using online application systems
- Create an email address (if you need one)
- Build your resume
- Write a great cover letter
- Put together your list of references
- And more!
February 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Knitting Circle
Come share your favorite patterns, trade knitting tips, get advice and support from fellow knitters.
All levels welcome.
Every Monday at 1:00 pm excluding holidays.
February 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Adobe Acrobat for Your Small Business
Learn to make digital forms and polished printable documents with Acrobat—the professional tool for creating and editing PDF files.
February 24 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Game Club
Join us at the library to play board games, card games, memory games, solve puzzles, and much more! Bring your games or play with the library’s assortment. Recommended for seniors and homeschoolers & their caregivers.
Free event. No registration required.
February 24 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Snack & Play
Join us at the library Monday afternoons to hang out and play games. With a variety of games, puzzles, and even a snack; each week is kicked off with some fun.
Recommended for ages 6-11 years.
February 24 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Teen Café Olé
This teen program is a time for local students to gather together and share a cup of hot chocolate (or lemonade when the weather warms up) as well as a conversation.
Recommended for ages 12-18 years.
February 24 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Games & Snacks
Enjoy a free meal provided by Food For Good and play fun games!
February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Truth or Dare: Library Edition
Play this classic game with a funny library twist.
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Movie Monday
Movies rated G or PG every Monday at 4:00 p.m. All ages welcome, popcorn provided.
2/3/20: Abominable (PG)
2/10/20: The Wild Life (PG)
2/17/20: Cars 3 (G)
2/24/20: Leap! (PG)
February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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LEGO® Crew
Free play for ages 5-12.
February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Bored Games
If you’re bored come hang out at the library! Board games, card games, role playing games, video games and more! For teens.
February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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My Little Pony Party
Do you love My Little Pony as much as us? Come celebrate all things MLP!
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 24 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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After-School Club for Kids
Join us for activities such as science experiments, games, art projects, technology-based activities, and more! For kids ages 8-12 years old.
February 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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McMath LEGO Club
Build creatively with LEGOs and test your skills with challenge cards.
February 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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Adult Art Night
Create a piece of artwork to take home. Spots are limited.
Register at the library or call 501-851-2551.
February 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Community Discussion Group
Open conversation is essential to the well being of any community. To help the community come together and share in a safe and respectful environment, we are offering a monthly program that will allow community members to discuss current community issues. governance improvements.
Depending on the topic, community experts and/or professionals will be invited to facilitate.
All community members are welcome to attend. The room is fully accessible and open to all, though we must comply with capacity limits.
February 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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Toddler Storytime
For toddlers ages 2-3 years old and their caregivers. Join us on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for stories, fingerplays, action rhymes, and songs.
February 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Getting Started with Adobe InDesign
Learn to use Adobe Photoshop to remove wrinkles and blemishes, even out skin tones, remove unwanted elements, whiten teeth, and enhance or change colors.
February 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Storytime: Leap Year and the End of Winter
Time to leap out of winter and into the spring this leap day!
February 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Preschool Storytime
Stories & crafts for the preschool crowd. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
February 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Preschool Storytime
It’s a fun time for you and your preschooler every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join us for themed storytimes, activities, dancing, and singing!
February 4: Shapes & Shadows
February 11: Valentine’s Day
February 18: Bed Time & Blankets
February 25: Leap Year
Ages 3-5
February 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Enjoy Preschool Storytime with our Tail-Waggin’ Tutors, Paisley Anne or Scruffy. They’re both sweethearts that help calm us during crafts and storytime.
February 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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Lapsit Babies
Engage your little one with new sights, sounds, and movement through books, songs, and rhymes.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 25 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Homeschool Storytime
Join us with your homeschooler for a themed storytime and fun craft Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.!
Recommended for ages 6-11 years.
February 4: Shapes & Shadows
February 11: Valentine’s Day
February 18: Bed Time & Blankets
February 25: Leap Year
February 25 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Home Grown Teens
Homeschooled teens now have their own program at the same time as our homeschool storytime! Join us every Tuesday for a short program geared towards our older homeschool crowd.
February 4: Making Bird Feeders
February 11: Making Coasters
February 18: Escape Room
February 25: Making Donuts
Ages 12-18
February 25 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Mango Languages
Join us for a class exploring our Mango Languages database and get any assistance you need working with it. By the end of this class you will be ready to start learning one of 71 different languages. Mango even has lessons for English as a Second Language offered in 16 languages!
This class will take place on the 3rd floor of the Main Library. Attendees are encouraged to bring headphones to this class. You can also purchase headphones on the second floor if needed.
February 25 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Happy Homeschoolers
Extracurricular time with the homeschooler in mind. Art or science-based activities once a week on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.
2/4/20: Super Soap Science
2/11/20: Let’s make Valen-slime!
2/18/20: Hot Chocolate Science
2/25/20: DIY Mardi Gras Mask
February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Milam Crafternoon
Each Tuesday afternoon @3:30 pm for ages 5-12.
Jan. 7- Snowman Painting
Jan. 14- Hot Chocolate Mug
Jan. 21 – Cardinal Handprint
Jan. 28 – Penguin Footprint
February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Milam Crafternoon
Every Tuesday for ages 5-12.
Feb. 4- Yarn Hearts
Feb. 11- Heart Hedgehogs
Feb. 18- Pipe Cleaner Snowflakes
Feb. 25- Glass Magnets
February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Mardi Gras Parade
Join us with fun Mardi Gras activities starting at 3:30pm, and parade with members of the LRCH Jazz Band at 4 pm!
February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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STEAM Power
Science, technology, engineering, art, math, and you. For children.
February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Teen Time Tuesday
Teens are invited to participate in a different after school activity every week.
Ages 12-18
February 4: Making Bird Feeders
February 11: Movie Day The Color of Friendship (TV-G)
February 18: Homework Pizza Day
February 25: Making Donuts
February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Craft & Snacks
Enjoy a free meal provided by Food for Good (for kids ages 1-18) and make a fun craft!
February 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Chalk Art
Not your typical playground stuff, making masterpieces with chalk.
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Flashback Foods
Join us as we explore foods from the past, including the Depression era and before.
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Lego® Jr. Makers
Free play building and creating for children ages 3-12.
February 25 @ 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
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Afterschool Adventures
Fun activities every Tuesday!
2/4 & 2/18 – Board Games: Play board games with friends and family!
2/11 – Book Bingo: Play to win sweet prizes!
2/25 – Science Lab: Learn and create your own electric circuits! (For 6-18 years)
February 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Milam- King Cake Mardi Gras Celebration
Learn about Mardi Gras celebration and eat a piece of King Cake. Will you be the lucky one to find the baby and win a prize? For ages 5-10
February 25 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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One event on December 17, 2019 at 6:30 pm
Evening Book Club
We will meet at 6:30 pm on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
Tuesday, February 25 | Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Tuesday, March 24 | There, There by Tommy Orange
Tuesday, April 28 | The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien
Tuesday, May 26 | House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende
Tuesday,
February 25 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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Silas House, Southernmost
In this tender novel about judgment, courage, heartbreak, and change, evangelical preacher Asher Sharp offers shelter to two gay men after a flood in a small Tennessee town. In doing so, he starts to see his life anew – and risks losing everything. “An urgent and beautifully written literary thriller about a man on the run that explores themes like the pain of atonement and the necessity of reconciliation, being published at a time when understanding across cultural and political divides seems wider than ever.”
February 25 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Dr. Who Society
Nerd out over pizza with fellow Whovians and sci-fi enthusiasts.
February 25 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Nixon Book Buddies
This book club reads fiction & non-fiction books.
Occurs the 4th Tuesday of every month excluding holidays.
- January – Swamplandia! by Karen Russell
- February – A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
- March – Call the Midwife: A Memoir of Birth, Joy, and Hard Times by Jennifer Worth
- April – The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien
- May – Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay
- June –
February 26 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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Kids Choice Storytime
Join us for a fun storytime where your kiddos get to pick the books & songs out from our awesome selection! Storytime will be followed by a craft and/or an activity. Recommended for ages 2-6.
February 26 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
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Toddler Time
Enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, and making a craft.
February 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Level 1
Learn basic Photoshop skills like correcting colors and lighting, Scaling and cropping photos, and using layers. No prior photo editing experience needed.
February 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Mother Goose on the Loose
Enjoy rhyme, rhythm, and movement in this lapsit storytime for babies with their caregivers.
Ages 0-36 mos.
February 26 @ 10:45 am - 11:15 am
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Movin’ and Groovin’
Clap your hands, stomp your feet, and wiggle along to the beat. Child attends with a caregiver, siblings may attend. (Ages 2-3)
February 26 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Photo Restoration with Adobe Photoshop: Level 1
Discover techniques to restore old and damaged photos. Learn to repair spots, rips, tears, and fading. No prior photo editing experience needed.
February 26 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Photo Restoration with Adobe Photoshop: Level 2
More techniques to restore old and damaged photos: removing adhesive tape, repairing tears and missing pieces, and restoring and recreating backgrounds.
February 26 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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90’s Board Games
Bring your friends & play some classic board games!!
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 26 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Jazz it Up
Activities to learn the history of Jazz.
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Level 2
Learn how to use layers and apply gradients, styles, and effects. Work with masks and channels. Take Photoshop for Beginners: Level 1 before attending.
February 27 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Milam – Adult Book Chat
The Adult Book Chat takes place on the 4th Thursday of each month.
The discussion for February 27 will be the reader’s choice of books. Bring your selection to share with the group.
February 27 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Picture Perfect: Retouching Personal Photos with Adobe Photoshop
Learn basic Photoshop skills like correcting colors and lighting, Scaling and cropping photos, and using layers. No prior photo editing experience needed.
February 27 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Getting Started with Adobe Illustrator
Illustrator is the industry-standard software for creating logos, icons, drawings, typography, and illustrations. This class will teach you the basics.
February 27 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Pokémon Club for Kids
Join other enthusiasts for some Pokémon fun. Bring your cards if you have them! For kids ages 7-18.
February 27 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Music Makers
Come to the Sound Lab and try out some of our instruments! All levels of experience are welcome.
Ages 7 to 18.
February 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Hello World: Object-Oriented Code
In this follow-up to Hello World: Intro to Code, learn to use object-oriented programming to make your programs more flexible and powerful.
February 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Arkansas Pet Loss Support Group
For those who have lost a beloved fur friend or who are caring for terminally ill pet family members.
February 27 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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To Kill a Mockingbird (1962, NR)
Scout Finch and her older brother Jem live in sleepy Maycomb, Alabama, spending much of their time with their friend Dill and spying on their reclusive and mysterious neighbor, Boo Radley. When Atticus, their widowed father and a respected lawyer, defends a black man named Tom Robinson against fabricated rape charges, the trial and tangent events expose the children to evils of racism and stereotyping.
The film is based on Harper Lee’s 1960 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name,
February 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Full STEAM Ahead
A session of play to get little ones engaged in STEAM based learning. Includes fun things like sensory bins, blocks, musical instruments, and more.
Ages 6 and under.
February 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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Toddler Gym
Crawl through tunnels and jump into balls pits for this free play!
February 28 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Open Lab
You can drop by Open Lab to ask your burning technology questions, practice using technology, or get help with specific problems from an expert.
February 28 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Google Apps: Slides
Google Slides is a quick and easy way to create attractive, professional slideshows for work, class or anything else you may need a slideshow for. Best of all, it’s free–all you need is a Google account and an internet connection. In this class, you’ll learn how to:
- Access Google Slides
- Create basic slides
- Insert slides into your presentation and use animation
- Share your slideshows with other users
- Access your document from anywhere through Google Drive
This is the fourth session of our Google Apps series for February.
February 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Perler Bead Pixel Art
Make your pixel creations as simple or complicated as you’d like in this bead based program.
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
February 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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LEGO® Jr. Makerspace
Let’s work together to build amazing structures.
For school age kids under 12.
This event takes place in Youth Services on the 3rd floor of the Main Library.
February 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Milam- Saturday Chat Coffee Hour
Hang out with friends while trying a new brand of coffee each month. For ages 11 & up.
February 29 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Dr. Seuss Celebration
Free fun for all! Saturday, February 29, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
February 29 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Living History: Abraham Lincoln – A New Birth of Freedom
Bring the whole family and meet Abraham Lincoln! Hear about the years of Lincoln’s presidency and the Civil War from the man himself.
February 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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Pokemon Game Day
Bring your best Pokemon cards and trade with other trainers, or play for your chance to win a prize.
Ages 7 to 12.
February 29 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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0% Alcohol, 100% Delicious
Learn how to mix flavorful drinks without the alcohol! We will learn basic drink proportions, and apply them to classic drinks, and mix some of our own to share with the class. Participants will get a recipe booklet to take home. Registration is requested. Email cedwards@cals.org.
Saturday Februuary 29, 2-4 PM
The Bookstore @ Library Square, 3rd floor
February 29 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Fan Art Club
Let’s draw fanart for our favorite shows.
This event takes place in the Level 4 teen center of the Main Library. Level 4 events are for teens ages 12-19 only.
March 2 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
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NEA Big Read: CALS Kickoff
CALS is beginning a two-month series of activities centered around Tim O’Brien’s classic The Things They Carried through NEA Big Read: CALS that will include reading groups, panel discussions, and a movie series.
The kickoff event includes a performance by the Writeous Poets, clips from Vietnam veterans as part of CALS’s Vietnam War Project, film trailers, and more information about the NEA Big Read: CALS events.
CALS is one of 78 communities nationwide participating in the NEA Big Read through June 2020.
March 2 @ 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Canasta
We’re playing Canasta! Come join us on Mondays. All levels are welcome.
March 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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D&D Club
Dungeons and Dragons club for teens. Limited Space. Registration required at the library.
March 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Dr. Seuss Day
There are many ways to celebrate Ol’ Dr. Seuss.
You can choose any way you choose.
But here at Nixon The Lorax (PG) we will watch!
(We might have time to play hop-on-pop hopscotch)
Come watch this movie and make a craft!
You might make the most splendiferous raft!
March 2 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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Girls Who Code
Girls Who Code is a nonprofit organization that aims to support and increase the number of women in computer science by equipping young women with the necessary computing skills to pursue 21st-century opportunities.
Girls Who Code Clubs are free after-school programs for 3rd-5th and 6th-12th grade girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models using computer science to change the world. Learn more below!
** This session of Girls Who Code is FULL.
March 3 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Table Top Tuesday
Competitive and cooperative, strategy and chance, new and classic; we’ve got games for every taste! Come join us as we learn new games and play old favorites!
March 3 @ 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
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Afterschool Adventures
An entire month of Science Lab. It’s gonna be awesome.
March 3 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Another Teen Time: Safe Dates
Enjoy snacks while getting tip on how to date safely.
March 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Language Club: French Conversation
First Tuesday of the month : French Conversation
Second Tuesday of the month : Spanish Conversation
All levels welcome. Ages 18 and up.
March 4 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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Preschool Lego Builders
Free build or work from a pattern to make fantastic creations with Legos!
March 4 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Race and Women’s Suffrage in Arkansas
About this Legacies & Lunch Presentation
The history of suffrage in Arkansas has always been connected to race. For example, white women activists often used racial arguments to advocate for their own voting rights. At the same time, while African American women in Arkansas had supported the political struggles of the men in their community since Reconstruction as well as organizing for their own vote, they gained only limited access to the franchise with the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920.
March 4 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Google Photos: Preserve Your Pics
Learn to use Google Photos--a free service that allows you to organize your pictures, back them up, make basic edits, and free up space on your smartphone.
March 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Afternoon Movie
3/4 – Toy Story (G)
3/11 – Toy Story 2 (G)
3/18 – Toy Story That Time Forgot (TV-G) & Toy Story of Terror (TV-G)
March 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Page Turners
Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. Members read a single book for discussion at the meeting. Contact the library for titles.
March 5 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Pizza Plus a Paperback
For ages 8-12. Come grab a slice and discuss great books. Join us the first Thursday of the month at 5:00 p.m. This month’s book: Shouting at the Rain by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Copies of the book available at the library.
March 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Crafting Circle
Do you love crafting but don’t have time to work on your projects? Please join us on the first Thursday of each month for a Crafting Circle at the Sue Cowan Williams Library. You may bring whatever project you’re currently creating and enjoy the company of other crafty folks.
March 5 @ 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm
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Suspicious Minds Mystery Book Club
An adult book club for mystery lovers. This month’s book: Murphy’s Law by Rhys Bowen. Copies of the book available at the library.
March 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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Toddler Storytime
Interactive storytime that involves music and movement.
March 6 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Cookbook Club
Bring a recipe to share from your favorite cookbook, tips on execution, and why you loved it. This book club will be potluck style with changing themes and will meet on the first Friday of the month.
Friday, February 7th : Bread Month. Quick breads, sweet breads, any bread!
Contact jbutkovic@cals.org for more details.
March 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
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Teen Time
Eat snacks, play video games, and hang out after school.
March 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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Dungeons and Dragons
Dungeons and Dragons is a tabletop role-playing game using pen, paper, dice, and your imagination.
March 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Identity Theft Prevention
AARP Arkansas will share high and low tech tips on how to keep your personal information safe and provide the tools you need to spot and report scams. We will meet in the Roberts Library room 110. Parking is free and light snacks will be provided.
March 7 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Stress Management with Universal Class
Universal Class is ready to help overcome the challenges facing each of us in our struggles with stress. Join us as we explore the Stress Management class offered in our Universal Class service, and see what other free online classes might interest you.
March 7 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Oreo Tasting Party
Taste a huge variety of delicious Oreo flavors! Can you guess the right flavors? Winners will receive a prize.
March 7 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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An event every month that begins at 2:30 pm on day First of the month, repeating until May 31, 2020
One event on February 6, 2020 at 6:30 pm
One event on March 12, 2020 at 6:30 pm
One event on April 9, 2020 at 6:30 pm
One event on May 7, 2020 at 6:30 pm
Volunteer Orientation
Training session for new volunteers. Registration required.
Call us at 501-821-3060 to get more information and learn how you can help your local library.
March 9 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 3:30 pm on day Second of the month, repeating until April 15, 2020
Finding Family Facts
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.
March 9 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 4:00 pm on day Second of the month, repeating until May 25, 2020
Tail Waggin’ Tutors
Kids build reading confidence by reading to certified therapy dogs.
For ages 5-8
Meeting every second Monday of the month, excluding holidays.
