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Take & Make Craft: Patriotic Windsocks
Take & Make Craft: Patriotic Windsocks
What: Take & Make Craft: Patriotic Windsocks When: 07/01/2024 to 07/31/2024 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Stop by the library for a craft kit with everything needed to make a red, white, and blue paper windsock. Kits will be available only in July. Limit one kit per child, please.
Garland County Chess Club
Garland County Chess Club
What: Garland County Chess Club When: Every Sunday, 2-5pm Where: In-Person Who: 18+ No Registration The library provides a regular time and comfortable place to meetup every week for local chess players ages 18+. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to attend and play, both casually and competitively. No registration is required. Several chess […]
3 events,
Bug Storytime
Bug Storytime
What: Bug Storytime When: 07/29/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Join Ms. Tiffany for stories and a craft all about bugs. Group visits by appointment only.
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
What: Board Game Club When: 07/29/2024 | 3:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 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.
2 events,
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 07/30/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this program […]
4 events,
Writing in the Wild: Grand Promenade
Writing in the Wild: Grand Promenade
What: Writing in the Wild When: 07/31/2024 | 9 AM Where: The Grand Promenade Who: Ages 10-18 Adult supervision required for all attendees ages 17 and under. Join Ms. Chanan and go hiking in search of story-writing inspiration! The summer, we'll meet at four scenic locations across Garland County to learn about fiction-writing topics like […]
End-of-Summer Snow Cone Drive-Thru
End-of-Summer Snow Cone Drive-Thru
What: End-of-Summer Snow Cone Drive-Thru When: 07/31/2024 | 2-3 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: All ages Drive by the library between 2 and 3 pm to grab a cold and refreshing snowcone to celebrate the end of our summer reading program! One per person while supplies last. First come, first served. Groups by appointment […]
Bingo for Books – Weekly on Wednesdays in July!
Bingo for Books – Weekly on Wednesdays in July!
What: Bingo for Books When: 1st Wednesday & 3rd Monday of every month (rescheduled for holidays) @ 1pm 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 1st Wednesday at 1 P.M. & 3rd Monday at 1 P.M. (Falls on […]
4 events,
Teen Take & Make: Pudding Slime (Pickup begins)
Teen Take & Make: Pudding Slime (Pickup begins)
What: Teen Take & Make: Pudding Slime When: 08/01/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Get messy and make your own pudding slime at home! Supplies and instructions will be given. Register to reserve your supply kit. One kit per teen. Spots are limited. If registration […]
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
What: All Things Fiber Crafting Group When: meets every Thursday the library is open | 9-11:30 AM Where: Room D Who: Ages 18+ No registration required All Things Fiber is looking for artists and crafters who enjoy working on all types of needlecraft projects, i.e. knitting, crocheting, tatting, counted cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, weaving, etc. […]
Tech Tutor Thursdays
Tech Tutor Thursdays
What: Tech Tutor Thursdays When: Thursday Afternoons, Dates & Times Vary Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Appointments are made here: gclibrary.com/support The Garland County Library's I.T. Services Coordinators will offer 1-on-1 tech support for patrons on Thursday afternoons. Services offered include assistance learning using library accounts & the GCL app, Libby, Hoopla, and other databases, […]
3 events,
Mountain Pine USPS [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain Pine USPS [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Mt. Pine Post Office When: 9AM-11AM, first and third Friday, June through August Where: 240 Main Ave, Mountain Pine, AR 71956-9998 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Mountain Pine Post Office from 2pm-4pm on the first and third Friday of each month. Available services […]
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Instructor Cindy Phelps has taught over 250 beginners to play American Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on […]
Back-to-School Bingo
Back-to-School Bingo
What: Back-to-School Bingo When: 08/02/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Do you need new back to school supplies? Pencils, pens, markers, crayons, binders, and so much more! Join us to play BINGO to win fabulous prizes to use at school. If registration is full, […]
2 events,
Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market [Bookmobile Service]
Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market When: 10 AM - 12 PM, 1st Saturday of each month Where: 121 Orange St, Hot Springs, AR 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market from 10 AM to 12 PM on […]
Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club – August 2024
Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club – August 2024
What: Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club - August 2024 When: 8/3/24 @ 11:15am Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Join us for a bi-monthly deep dive into classic and contemporary true crime. Each meeting will focus on a true crime book, but discussion of podcasts, documentaries, cold cases, and cases in the news is […]
1 event,
Garland County Chess Club
Garland County Chess Club
What: Garland County Chess Club When: Every Sunday, 2-5pm Where: In-Person Who: 18+ No Registration The library provides a regular time and comfortable place to meetup every week for local chess players ages 18+. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to attend and play, both casually and competitively. No registration is required. Several chess […]
1 event,
Fiction Writers Café
Fiction Writers Café
What: Fiction Writers Café When: 08/05/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Teens ages 13-18 are invited to enjoy coffee, tea, and sweet treats while we learn about different elements of fiction, write a bit, and maybe share our work. Maybe. If registration […]
2 events,
Non-Profit Fair 2024
Non-Profit Fair 2024
What: Non-Profit Fair 2024 When: 08/06/2024 | 12 to 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: All Ages No Registration for Public Representatives from local non-profits should contact GCL Adult Services Specialist Paul Kagebein at pkagebein@gclibrary.com to register. A limited number of spaces will be available. The Garland County Library's Non-Profit Fair returns on Tuesday, […]
GCL+ Fundraiser: Non-Profit Fair Booth
GCL+ Fundraiser: Non-Profit Fair Booth
To raise funds for the Garland County Library's remodel and expansion project, GCL+, Library staff will host a series of fundraiser events! Saturday, June 1st | 8-9:30 AM | Weeded Books Bag Sale Wednesday, June 5th | 10 AM - 12 PM | Bake Sale Tuesday, July 9th | 10 AM - 12 PM | […]
3 events,
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 08/07/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
McAuley Center [Bookmobile Service]
McAuley Center [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the McAuley Senior Center When: 10am-12pm, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the McAuley Center from 10am-12pm on every first and third Wednesday of the month. Available services include: Holds pickup Returns Browsable […]
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village [Bookmobile Service]
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mt. Carmel Community at The Village When: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 540 Ponce De Leon Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mt. Carmel Community at The Village from 12:30 PM until 2:30 PM, […]
5 events,
Back-to-Homeschool Celebration
Back-to-Homeschool Celebration
What: Back to Homeschool Bash When: 08/08/2024 | 2-4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: All ages Homeschool families, please join us on August 8th for our annual Back-to-Homeschool Bash. Connect with other homeschoolers, play educational games, and learn about library programs and resources that you can use to enrich your school year.
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Visit at the Green Market of Hot Springs Village When: 8AM-10AM, every 2nd and 4th Thursday Where: Grove Park, 1105 De Soto Blvd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Green Market of Hot Springs Village from 8AM-10AM every second and fourth Thursday, June […]
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
What: All Things Fiber Crafting Group When: meets every Thursday the library is open | 9-11:30 AM Where: Room D Who: Ages 18+ No registration required All Things Fiber is looking for artists and crafters who enjoy working on all types of needlecraft projects, i.e. knitting, crocheting, tatting, counted cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, weaving, etc. […]
1 event,
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Instructor Cindy Phelps has taught over 250 beginners to play American Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on […]
0 events,
1 event,
Garland County Chess Club
Garland County Chess Club
What: Garland County Chess Club When: Every Sunday, 2-5pm Where: In-Person Who: 18+ No Registration The library provides a regular time and comfortable place to meetup every week for local chess players ages 18+. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to attend and play, both casually and competitively. No registration is required. Several chess […]
1 event,
Magic Tree House Book Club
Magic Tree House Book Club
What: Magic Tree House Book Club When: 08/12/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 5-9 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month’s book is Magic Tree House #22, Revolutionary War on Wednesday. When a snowstorm hits, General George Washington reconsiders his nighttime attack on the British army. Can Jack […]
2 events,
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 08/13/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop When: Tuesday, 08/13/22 @ 6:00-8:00 P.M. Where: Library Meeting Room D Who: Ages 18+ Registration Recommended 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 Tuesday evening of each month to discuss […]
2 events,
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mountain View Heights When: 12pm-2pm, each 2nd and 4th Wednesday Where: 100 Highrise Cir, Hot Springs, AR 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, stops by for service visits at Mountain View Heights from 1pm-3pm on every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Services offered include: […]
Banana Splits Book Club
Banana Splits Book Club
What: Banana Splits Book Club When: 08/14/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 8-12 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month’s book: A Rover’s Story, by Jasmine Warga Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this program […]
5 events,
Card Game Club
Card Game Club
What: Card Game Club When: 08/15/2024| 4:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Learn how to play the popular card games Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering (and others) in this beginner-friendly club!
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
What: All Things Fiber Crafting Group When: meets every Thursday the library is open | 9-11:30 AM Where: Room D Who: Ages 18+ No registration required All Things Fiber is looking for artists and crafters who enjoy working on all types of needlecraft projects, i.e. knitting, crocheting, tatting, counted cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, weaving, etc. […]
Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Samoa & American Samoa
Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Samoa & American Samoa
What: Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Samoa & American Samoa When: 08/15/24 | 11 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 14-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Grab your luggage and join us to explore a different country each month. Learn about a specific country, play games, and make crafts from that […]
2 events,
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Instructor Cindy Phelps has taught over 250 beginners to play American Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on […]
Page Turners Book Club
Page Turners Book Club
What: Page Turners Book Club When: 08/16/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. We will meet monthly to discuss our selected book, play games, and eat yummy snacks! This month’s book: Anne of West Philly, by Ivy Noelle Weir Some free copies of the book […]
1 event,
Have Book, Will Travel Book Club – August 2024
Have Book, Will Travel Book Club – August 2024
What: Have Book, Will Travel Book Club – August 2024 When: 8/17/24 @ 11:15 am Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required The “Have Book, Will Travel” book club features revolving themes, moderators, and locales. This club is meant to be about book discovery and discussion, as well as socializing with fellow readers who share […]
1 event,
Garland County Chess Club
Garland County Chess Club
What: Garland County Chess Club When: Every Sunday, 2-5pm Where: In-Person Who: 18+ No Registration The library provides a regular time and comfortable place to meetup every week for local chess players ages 18+. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to attend and play, both casually and competitively. No registration is required. Several chess […]
1 event,
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 08/19/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
1 event,
Storied Legacies: Ben & Jerry
Storied Legacies: Ben & Jerry
What: Storied Legacies: Ben & Jerry When: 8/20/2024 | 12:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us to learn about a new historic figure each month. Learn about their legacy, eat snacks, and make a craft. If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join […]
3 events,
Drop-In Activity: Paper Planes
Drop-In Activity: Paper Planes
What: Drop-In Activity: Paper Planes When: 08/21/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12 & under Drop by the library between 4 and 5:30 pm to explore basic and advanced paper plane-building in our auditorium. First come, first served. Groups by appointment only.
Bookmobile Service (McAuley Center)
Bookmobile Service (McAuley Center)
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the McAuley Senior Center When: 10am-12pm, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the McAuley Center from 10am-12pm on every first and third Wednesday of the month. Available services include: Holds pickup Returns Browsable […]
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village [Bookmobile Service]
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mt. Carmel Community at The Village When: 12:30 PM-2:30 PM, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 540 Ponce De Leon Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, stops by for service visits at Mt. Carmel Community at The Village from 12:30 PM […]
4 events,
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
What: Board Game Club When: 08/22/2024 | 3:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Come play board games with us! Group visits by appointment only.
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Visit at the Green Market of Hot Springs Village When: 8AM-10AM, every 2nd and 4th Thursday Where: Grove Park, 1105 De Soto Blvd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Green Market of Hot Springs Village from 8AM-10AM every second and fourth Thursday, June […]
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
What: All Things Fiber Crafting Group When: meets every Thursday the library is open | 9-11:30 AM Where: Room D Who: Ages 18+ No registration required All Things Fiber is looking for artists and crafters who enjoy working on all types of needlecraft projects, i.e. knitting, crocheting, tatting, counted cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, weaving, etc. […]
2 events,
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Instructor Cindy Phelps has taught over 250 beginners to play American Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on […]
Squishmallow Canvas Painting
Squishmallow Canvas Painting
What: Squishmallow Canvas Painting When: 08/23/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Do you love squishmallows? We do too! Join us to make a fun painting of a squishmallow character! All supplies provided by the library. If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to […]
1 event,
Food for Thought [Bookmobile Service]
Food for Thought [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit during the Food for Though Program When: 10 AM - 11:30 AM, 4th Saturday of each month Where: 350 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, participates in The Giving Team, Inc's Food for Thought program from 10 AM to 12 PM on […]
2 events,
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 08/25/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
Garland County Chess Club
Garland County Chess Club
What: Garland County Chess Club When: Every Sunday, 2-5pm Where: In-Person Who: 18+ No Registration The library provides a regular time and comfortable place to meetup every week for local chess players ages 18+. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to attend and play, both casually and competitively. No registration is required. Several chess […]
1 event,
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
What: Scribes Fiction Writing Club When: 08/26/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 10-12 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. Calling all storytellers! Whether you like to write stories, graphic novels, plays, screenplays–or tell your story in a different way, this program is for you. We’ll learn about different aspects […]
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Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mountain View Heights When: 12pm-2pm, each 2nd and 4th Wednesday Where: 100 Highrise Cir, Hot Springs, AR 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mountain View Heights from 1pm-3pm on every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Available services include: Holds pickup Returns Browsable collection […]
3 events,
Card Game Club
Card Game Club
What: Card Game Club When: 08/15/2024| 4:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Learn how to play the popular card games Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering (and others) in this beginner-friendly club!
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
All Things Fiber Crafting Group
What: All Things Fiber Crafting Group When: meets every Thursday the library is open | 9-11:30 AM Where: Room D Who: Ages 18+ No registration required All Things Fiber is looking for artists and crafters who enjoy working on all types of needlecraft projects, i.e. knitting, crocheting, tatting, counted cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, weaving, etc. […]
Tech Tutor Thursdays
Tech Tutor Thursdays
What: Tech Tutor Thursdays When: Thursday Afternoons, Dates & Times Vary Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Appointments are made here: gclibrary.com/support The Garland County Library's I.T. Services Coordinators will offer 1-on-1 tech support for patrons on Thursday afternoons. Services offered include assistance learning using library accounts & the GCL app, Libby, Hoopla, and other databases, […]
3 events,
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Instructor Cindy Phelps has taught over 250 beginners to play American Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on […]
Bookmobile Book Club – McAuley
Bookmobile Book Club – McAuley
What: Bookmobile Book Club: hosted at the McAuley Senior Center When: 10am-11am, Friday, August 30 Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: Adults Registration Required GCLers Greg and James host the Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center. The official Bookmobile Book Club book for June is East of Eden by John Steinbeck. […]
Prepare for the Fair: Wine Cork Pumpkins
Prepare for the Fair: Wine Cork Pumpkins
What: Prepare for the Fair: Wine Cork Pumpkins When: 08/30/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12-18 Registration is required and begins 7/15 at 9:00 a.m. The county fair is right around the corner! Join us to learn about all of the fun, crafty things that you can enter into the Creative Arts […]
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