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One-Shot Adventures
One-Shot Adventures
What: One-Shot Adventures When: 11/27/2022 | 1:30 PM Where: Garland County Library, Room B Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 10/15 at 9:00 a.m. Every month, Mr. Brett will run a self-contained one-shot RPG adventure - space is limited, so act fast! We're back to D&D this month as we check out an […]
2 events,
Music and Mindfulness: Cozy
Music and Mindfulness: Cozy
What: Music and Mindfulness: Cozy When: 11/28/2022 | 10 AM Where: Garland County Library Auditorium Who: Ages 3-5 Registration is required and begins 10/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Tiffany for an cozy mindfulness program that incorporates music and movement. If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
Holidays Around the World Celebration with Emergent Arts
Holidays Around the World Celebration with Emergent Arts
What: Holidays Around the World Celebration with Emergent Arts When: 11/28/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 7-14 Registration is required and begins 10/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us and our friends from Emergent Arts to celebrate holidays around the world! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
2 events,
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 11/29/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 10/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Hope Was Here by Joan Bauer Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this […]
Author Talk: Talya Tate Boerner (Postponed until 1/24)
Author Talk: Talya Tate Boerner (Postponed until 1/24)
What: Author Talk with Talya Tate Boerner When: 1/24/23 @ 6pm Where: Virtual Who: Ages 18+ No Registration Where do you find inspiration? In this presentation, northwest Arkansas author Talya Boerner will share the day-to-day inspiration behind her writing. Every person has hundreds of unique stories just waiting to be told. And for every story, […]
2 events,
Preschool Storytime: Cats
Preschool Storytime: Cats
What: PSST: Cats When: 11/30/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for for stories and a craft about cats! Group visits by appointment only.
Banana Splits Book Club: A Place to Hang the Moon
Banana Splits Book Club: A Place to Hang the Moon
What: Banana Splits Book Club When: 11/30/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 8-13 Registration is required and begins 10/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: A Place to Hang the Moon by Kate Albus Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. […]
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2 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 12/02/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Join Ms. Katie for toddler fun including stories, songs, and more! Group visits by appointment only.
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 12/02/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come make your own work of art with Ms. Jill. You'll learn how to paint step-by-step and leave with a completed painting! Please arrive on time. Class will […]
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Painting with Tori
Painting with Tori
What: Painting with Tori When: 12/03/2022 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 9-12 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come make your own work of art with Ms. Tori. You'll learn how to paint step-by-step and leave with a completed painting! Please arrive on time. Class will […]
3 events,
Merry Craftmas (Special Crafternoon for Adults!)
Merry Craftmas (Special Crafternoon for Adults!)
Join us for a free-for-all craft program hosted by Aubrey! Adults 18+ are welcome to attend. Craft materials are provided, but feel free to bring extra supplies to share with the group! Upcoming themes and dates include the following: (Friday) 11/18 - Canvas Bags - Customize them with stencils and acrylic paint. (Sunday) 12/4 - […]
Lego Club (Ages 10 and under)
Lego Club (Ages 10 and under)
What: Lego Club When: 12/4/2022 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 10 & under Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us for LEGO fun, snacks, and prizes! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
Lego Club (Ages 11-18)
Lego Club (Ages 11-18)
What: Lego Club When: 12/4/2022 | 3 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 11-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us for LEGO fun, snacks, and prizes! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
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Fiction Writers Cafe
Fiction Writers Cafe
What: Fiction Writers Café When: 12/05/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Teens ages 13-18 are invited to come sip some coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and learn about different elements of writing fiction, including characters, scenes, plot, setting, point of view, […]
2 events,
Arkansas Highlands Folk Project Concert: Dave Smith
Arkansas Highlands Folk Project Concert: Dave Smith
What: Arkansas Highlands Folk Project Concert: Dave Smith When: 12/6/22 @6:30pm Where: Library Auditorium Who: All Ages No Registration Required Dave Smith, who lives and farms on Fox Mountain in Stone County, is well-known in the Arkansas Old-Time and Folk music community. For 40 years he has been a regular performer at the Ozark Folk […]
Santa’s Holiday Workshop
Santa’s Holiday Workshop
What: Santa's Holiday Workshop When: 12/06/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: All ages Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come make ornaments and crafts with us. Give them as gifts this holiday season or keep them for yourself! Snacks and hot cocoa will be provided. If registration is full, […]
2 events,
Preschool Storytime: Dogs
Preschool Storytime: Dogs
What: Preschool Storytime: Dogs When: 12/07/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for for stories and a craft all about dogs! Group visits by appointment only.
Dungeon Master Academy
Dungeon Master Academy
What: Dungeon Master Academy When: 12/07/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Calling all aspiring DMs! Join Mr. Brett to learn more about running your own games of D&D, and help build the library's own fantasy world to explore! If registration is […]
2 events,
DIY Snowman Wreath
DIY Snowman Wreath
What: DIY Snowman Wreath When: 12/08/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Jill to create a wintery snowman wreath! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
Faiths and Philosophies 101: Buddhism
Faiths and Philosophies 101: Buddhism
What: Faiths and Philosophies 101: Buddhism When: 12/8/2022 @ 5:30 - 7:30pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Learn about traditions of faiths and philosophies in the first installment of a new library series. This program will feature the Hot Springs Buddhist Society, which hosts a workshop on the essential concepts of Buddhism and […]
1 event,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 12/09/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Join Ms. Katie for toddler fun including stories, songs, and more! Group visits by appointment only.
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Bright Star Theater presents Holidays Around the World
Bright Star Theater presents Holidays Around the World
What: Holidays Around the World When: 12/10/2022 | 6 PM Where: Garland County Library Auditorium Who: Everyone Join us as we welcome Bright Star Theatre for Holidays Around the World! "Tis the season for hilarity! When the tour guides for Worldwide Tours get separated at holiday time, a worldwide adventure awaits. As they travel around the world […]
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Garland Gamers
Garland Gamers
What: Garland Gamers When: 12/11/2022 | 2-4 PM Where: GCL Auditorium Who: Ages 10-18 Join us for board games and video game free play on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation. Group visits by appointment only.
2 events,
Christmas Bird Count 2022 Open Call
Christmas Bird Count 2022 Open Call
What: Christmas Bird Count 2022 Open Call When: 12/12/22 @ 3pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required A Christmas Bird Count (CBC) training and recruitment session will be conducted at the Garland County Library December 12, 2022 at 3:00 PM. Representatives from the Garland County Audubon Society will discuss how you can participate from […]
Magic Tree House Book Club
Magic Tree House Book Club
What: Magic Tree House Book Club When: 12/12/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 5-9 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. The Magic Tree House is back! Journey to Camelot in the library’s brand new tree house and enjoy medieval-themed snacks in King Arthur’s court. We’ll talk about Merlin Missions […]
4 events,
Take and Bake: Christmas Cookie Bars
Take and Bake: Christmas Cookie Bars
What: Take & Bake: M&M Christmas Cookie Bars When: 12/13/2022 Who: Ages 6-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Stop by and pick up a kit to make yummy M&M Christmas Cookie Bars! Kits will be available for pickup on December 13th. One kit per family. If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 […]
Discord Holiday Special
Discord Holiday Special
What: Discord Holiday Special When: 12/13/2022 | 4 PM Where: Virtual (GCL Discord server) Who: Ages 13-18 Teens ages 13-18 are invited to join our Discord server for some holiday fun! To join the Discord server, email bwilliams@gclibrary.com
America’s Art Form Concert: “Christmas Jazz Concert”
America’s Art Form Concert: “Christmas Jazz Concert”
What: America's Art Form Concert: "Christmas Jazz Concert" When: 11/9/22 @ 6pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No Registration Required, Free to the Public Performers from the Hot Springs Jazz Society will end a year of concerts at the library with jazzy renditions of Christmas classics! The Divas, accompanied by The Ohio Club house band, […]
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop When: Tuesday, 12/13/22 @ 6:00-7:30 P.M. Where: Library Meeting Room B Who: Ages 18+ Registration Recommended To register, please e-mail Chanan Emmons at cemmons@gclibrary.com. Join fiction writer and GCL staff member Chanan Emmons for a monthly dive into fiction writing and the writing life. The Inkhearts meet on the second […]
3 events,
Preschool Storytime: Nocturnal Animals
Preschool Storytime: Nocturnal Animals
What: Preschool Storytime: Nocturnal Animals When: 12/14/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for for stories and a craft all about nocturnal animals! Group visits by appointment only.
Drop-In Activity: LEGO Challenge
Drop-In Activity: LEGO Challenge
What: Drop-In Activity: LEGO Challenge When: 12/14/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Drop by the library for some Lego fun! Pick a challenge from a hat or free play. First-come-first-served while supplies last. *Groups by appointment only.
Holiday-themed Adult Talent Show (CANCELLED)
Holiday-themed Adult Talent Show (CANCELLED)
What: Holiday-themed Adult Talent Show When: 12/14/2022 @ 6:00pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Showcase your talent at the library's 2022 Holiday-themed Adult Talent Show. Solo or pair performances are allowed. Talents may include (but are not limited to) singing, dancing, instrumental music, rapping, comedy, magic, juggling, miming, ventriloquism, and more - as […]
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Dungeons and Dragons Book Club (Meeting #1)
Dungeons and Dragons Book Club (Meeting #1)
What: D&D Book Club When: 12/15/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. In this book club, we'll play through a series of D&D adventures centered at the prestigious Library of Candlekeep in the Forgotten Realms, while in real life, we'll read books […]
4 events,
Family Craft Night (pre-recorded video)
Family Craft Night (pre-recorded video)
What: Family Craft Night When: 12/16/2022 Where: Virtual Registration is required and begins at 9:00 a.m. November 15th. Sign up to reserve a craft supply kit to enjoy with the whole family! This month we are creating adorable sock snowmen. Kits are available to pick up on December 16th. One kit per family. Submitting photos […]
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 12/16/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Join Ms. Katie for toddler fun including stories, songs, and more! Group visits by appointment only.
Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!)
Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!)
Join us for a free-for-all craft program hosted by Aubrey! Adults 18+ are welcome to attend. Craft materials are provided, but feel free to bring extra supplies to share with the group! Upcoming themes and dates include the following: (Friday) 11/18 - Canvas Bags - Customize them with stencils and acrylic paint. (Sunday) 12/4 - […]
Cancelled: Painting with Jill
Cancelled: Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 12/16/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. This program has been cancelled. We are sorry for any inconvenience. Please check our December 30th event for availability.
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American Girl: Samantha
American Girl: Samantha
What: American Girl: Samantha When: 12/17/2022 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 7-12 Registration is required and begins on 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Learn about the time period and culture of an American Girl through extension activities, discussion, crafts, and a snack! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join […]
2 events,
One-Shot Adventures
One-Shot Adventures
What: One-Shot Adventures When: 12/18/2022 | 1:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Every month, Mr. Brett will run a self-contained one-shot RPG adventure - space is limited, so act fast! This month will be the second year with a Christmas Special One-Shot, so […]
An Overview of Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center
An Overview of Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center
What: An Overview of Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center When: 12/18/22 @ 3pm Where: Virtual Who: Ages 18+ No Registration Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center (CAMCAC)'s Hot Springs branch development coordinator will give an overview of their services, as well as discuss basic child safety and child abuse prevention. The CAMCAC's mission is to provide […]
3 events,
Bingo for Books
Bingo for Books
What: Bingo for Books When: 3rd Monday of every month Where: Library Auditorium Who: Ages 18+ No registration required The library hosts its long-running, popular Bingo program in the auditorium every month on the 3rd Monday at 1 P.M. (Falls on the 4th Monday when the 3rd Monday is a holiday). Prizes include various gift […]
Scribes of Prydain
Scribes of Prydain
What: Scribes of Prydain When: 12/19/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 10-12 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. This program is part book club, part fiction writing club. We’ll read from The Book of Three, by Lloyd Alexander and use it as a jumping off point to tell our own stories. […]
YA Thriller Club
YA Thriller Club
What: YA Thriller Club When: 12/19/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this program […]
3 events,
Pictures with Santa
Pictures with Santa
What: Pictures with Santa When: 12/20/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Bring your camera and take a picture with Santa! Group visits by appointment only.
Pancakes with Santa
Pancakes with Santa
What: Pancakes with Santa When: 12/20/2022 | 9:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Auditorium Who: 10 & under Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us and Santa for a delicious pancake breakfast! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
Know It to Grow It: 2022 In Review And What You Will See In ’23!
Know It to Grow It: 2022 In Review And What You Will See In ’23!
What: Know It to Grow It: 2022 In Review And What You Will See In '23! When: 11/20/22 @ 6pm Where: Virtual Who: Ages 18+ No Registration The latest episode in the Garland County Master Gardeners' "Know It to Grow It" series will reflect back at a year of virtual KITGI programs and see what's […]
2 events,
Preschool Storytime: Santa
Preschool Storytime: Santa
What: Preschool Storytime: Santa When: 12/21/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for for stories and a craft all about Santa! Group visits by appointment only.
Banana Splits Book Club: A Mouse Called Miika
Banana Splits Book Club: A Mouse Called Miika
What: Banana Splits Book Club When: 12/21/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 8-12 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: A Mouse Called Miika by Matt Haig Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you […]
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Nonfiction Stories: Toys and Candy
Nonfiction Stories: Toys and Candy
What: Nonfiction Stories When: 12/22/2022 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 5-10 Join in to listen to some non-fiction picture books and do a related craft-ivity on our subject! Subjects range from science, art, history, and biographies. *Group visits by appointment only.
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
What: Board Game Club When: 12/22/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 10-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come play board games with us! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
Board Game Club- Splendor
Board Game Club- Splendor
What: Board Game Club: Splendor When: 12/22/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 10-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. During the regular monthly Board Game Club, Mr. Brett will be running a new game each month. This month's game is Splendor. (Please only sign up for either Board Game Club […]
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Library Closed for State Holiday
Library Closed for State Holiday
The Garland County Library closes to the public for holidays observed by the State of Arkansas or Garland County. The library director, library board, or county judge may announce additional closures, due to holiday, staff training, inclement weather, emergency, or other reasons, which will be announced on the library's website and social media. 2023 CLOSING […]
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Library Closed for State Holiday
Library Closed for State Holiday
The Garland County Library closes to the public for holidays observed by the State of Arkansas or Garland County. The library director, library board, or county judge may announce additional closures, due to holiday, staff training, inclement weather, emergency, or other reasons, which will be announced on the library's website and social media. 2023 CLOSING […]
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2 events,
Teen Book Club: A Christmas Carol
Teen Book Club: A Christmas Carol
What: Teen Book Club When: 12/27/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online […]
2022 Retrospective Video Podcast
2022 Retrospective Video Podcast
What: 2022 Retrospective Video Podcast When: 12/27/22 @6:15pm Where: Livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Library staff will look back on the Year that was 2022, and discuss various departed icons, news stories, and pop culture events.
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Show and Tell
Show and Tell
What: Show & Tell When: 12/28/2022 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12 & under Join us for Show & Tell at the library. Bring an item to share about. No pets, please. *Group visits by appointment only.
Mr. Brett Doesn’t Know Anime
Mr. Brett Doesn’t Know Anime
What: Mr. Brett Doesn't Know Anime When: 12/28/2023 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Hi gang. Mr. Brett here. I have a confession - I don't really know anime all that well. There's just so much of it! So I need your help! In […]
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Dungeons and Dragons Book Club (Meeting #2)
Dungeons and Dragons Book Club (Meeting #2)
What: D&D Book Club When: 12/29/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. This is the second meeting of this month's book club! You must register for meeting #1 (December 15th) in order to attend this meeting. In this book club, we'll play […]
STEAM Team: Thinking Caps
STEAM Team: Thinking Caps
What: STEAM Team: Thinking Caps When: 12/29/2022 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 7-12 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join in this month for an exercise in brainstorming and explore what innovators do on a regular basis to solve problems and stoke ideas. We will also be sewing […]
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Drop-In LEGO Fun
Drop-In LEGO Fun
What: Drop-In LEGO Fun When: 12/30/2022 | 10 AM - 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 18 & under Stop in and play LEGOs with us! *Group visits by appointment only.
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 12/30/2022 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come make your own work of art with Ms. Jill. You'll learn how to paint step-by-step and leave with a completed painting! Please arrive on time. Class will […]
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Toddler Time
Garland Gamers
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