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4 events,
Teen Take and Make: Candy Sushi
What: Teen Take & Make: Candy Sushi When: 04/01/24 to 04/30/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and will begin at 9:00 a.m. on March 15th. Construct your own candy sushi at home! Supplies and instructions will be given. Register to reserve your supply kit. One kit per teen. Spots are limited. […]
Art Around Town
Art Around Town
What: Art Around Town When: 4/28/24 @ 1:30pm Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary or youtube.com/user/GarlandCoLibrary Who: 18+ No Registration Hot Springs Arts Advisory Committee member Eli Vega will share a slide presentation showcasing and discussing public art around Hot Springs - including 45 images of sculptures, 2D art, […]
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 […]
Lego Club
Lego Club
What: Lego Club When: 04/28/2024 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 11-18 Registration is required and begins 3/15 at 9:00 a.m. LEGO Club is back and bigger than ever! Participants will be given a specific prompt and will have two hours to build using LEGO blocks provided by the library, […]
5 events,
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
What: Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda When: Mondays @ 9AM, 4/15 thru 5/20 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class, and new participants can join at any time during this 6-week course. Certified Ashtanga Yoga & Restorative Yoga Instructor Amanda Mitchell of The Local Art Entity leads this 6-week course. Originated […]
Arts and the Park Fairy Tea Party
Arts and the Park Fairy Tea Party
What: Arts & the Park Fairy Tea Party When: 04/29/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 3-10 Registration is required and begins 3/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join our Arts & the Park friends and author Faye Hedera for a fun, fairy-themed tea party at the library! Group visits by appointment only.
Scribes Fiction Writers Club
Scribes Fiction Writers Club
Scribes Fiction Writers Club What: Scribes Fiction Writing Club When: 04/29/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 10-12 Registration is required and begins 3/15 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 […]
3 events,
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 04/30/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 3/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: The Rent Collector: Adapted for Young Readers by Camron Wright Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. […]
Three Art Springs Show
Three Art Springs Show
What: Three Art Springs Show When: 4/30/24 @ 6pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No Registration, Seating is first come/first serve Three Art Springs is a simultaneous production of painting, poetry, and music in synchronized collaboration to express the grandeur of the arts. The Artist…… Marlene Gremillion “Creating with my hands is a love of […]
6 events,
Take and Make: Seed Bombs
What: Teen Take & Make: Seed Bombs When: 05/01/24 to 05/31/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and will begin at 9:00 a.m. on April 15th. Construct your own seed bombs at home! Supplies and instructions will be given. Register today to reserve your supply kit. One kit per teen. Spots are […]
Preschool Storytime: Flowers
Preschool Storytime: Flowers
What: Preschool Storytime: Flowers When: 05/01/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about flowers! Group visits by appointment only.
Local Author Day 2024
Local Author Day 2024
What: Local Author Day When: 05/01/2024 | 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Where: Garland County Library Who: All Ages Please join us for a day of celebrating authors in and around Garland County! Keynote Speech by Karen Bryan | 10:00-10:45 A.M. | Nonfiction Art Wall Karen Bryan is the Executive Director of Arkansas Learning […]
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 […]
7 events,
All Things Fiber: Special Edition
All Things Fiber: Special Edition
What: All Things Fiber: Special Edition When: 5/2/24 @ 9am-5pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No Registration This special all day All Things Fiber exhibition will be in Room D. Stop by and see and talk about some textiles artwork! All Things Fiber is an open-to-the-public fabrics group that meets weekly at the Garland County […]
Cozy Killers Book Club – May 2024
Cozy Killers Book Club – May 2024
What: Cozy Killers Book Club When: 5/2/24 @ 2-3pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required The "Cozy Killers" book club features cozy mysteries, plot twists, and curious cases. This club is meant to be about book discussion, as well as connecting with like-minded book worms that love all things cozy and mysterious. Free copies […]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Fountain Lake Dollar General When: 2:30 PM - 4 PM, each 1st and 3rd Thursday Where: 4310 Park Ave, Fountain Lake, AR 7190171909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Fountain Lake Dollar General from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM on every first and third […]
6 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 05/03/2024 | 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.
Expanded Encore: The Architect’s Daughter
Expanded Encore: The Architect’s Daughter
What: Expanded Encore: The Architect's Daughter When: 5/3/24 @ 11am Where: In-Person Who: 18+ No Registration This is an expanded encore of a previous Garland County Historical Society program. Diana McDaniel Hampo will share stories about her father, noted Mid-Century architect I. Granger McDaniel, and reveal some little-known history about many of the buildings he […]
Mountain Pine USPS [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain Pine USPS [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Mt. Pine Post Office When: 2pm-4pm, first Friday of each month 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 Friday of each month. Available services include: Holds pickup Returns […]
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 […]
3 events,
Garland Gamers
Garland Gamers
What: Garland Gamers When: 05/05/2024 | 2-4 PM Where: GCL Who: Ages 10-18 Join us for board games and video game free play on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation. Group visits by appointment only.
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 […]
4 events,
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
What: Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda When: Mondays @ 9AM, 4/15 thru 5/20 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class, and new participants can join at any time during this 6-week course. Certified Ashtanga Yoga & Restorative Yoga Instructor Amanda Mitchell of The Local Art Entity leads this 6-week course. Originated […]
Homeschool Bingo for Books
Homeschool Bingo for Books
What: Homeschool Bingo for Books When: 05/06/2024 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 6-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Attention homeschoolers: Come play bingo with us! Winners will get to choose a book from our prize carts! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
Fiction Writer’s Café
Fiction Writer’s Café
Fiction Writer’s Café What: Fiction Writer’s Café When: 05/06/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Teens ages 13-18 are invited to enjoy warm drinks and sweet treats while we learn about different elements of fiction, write a bit, and maybe share our work. […]
3 events,
Nintendo Club
Nintendo Club
What: Nintendo Club When: 05/07/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Hang out with fellow Nintendo fans for an hour, and bring your Switch! No Switch? No problem! The library has enough to share! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join […]
Teen Cookin’: Fiesta Ranch Dip
Teen Cookin’: Fiesta Ranch Dip
What: Teen Cookin': Fiesta Ranch Dip When: 05/07/2024 | 5:30 PM Where: Virtual-Zoom Who: Ages 12-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. The food this month is: Fiesta Ranch Dip! Put on your apron and get your mixing bowls ready! This program will meet online on Zoom. *Most supplies provided by the […]
4 events,
Preschool Storytime: Mothers
Preschool Storytime: Mothers
What: Preschool Storytime: Mothers When: 05/08/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about moms! Group visits by appointment only.
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
What: Beginning Tai Chi for Health... in the Garden! When: Wednesdays @ 9:30am from 5/8 thru 5/29 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class in the library's Community Garden, and new participants can join at any time during this 4-week course. In this Beginning Tai Chi for Health program, instructor […]
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: […]
4 events,
Homeschool Geography Club: Philippines
Homeschool Geography Club: Philippines
What: Homeschool Geography Club: Philippines When: 05/09/2024| 10 AM-12 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 7-13 Registration is required and will begin on 4/15 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 a different country! If registration […]
STEAM Team: Chia Pets
STEAM Team: Chia Pets
What: STEAM Team: Chia Pets When: 05/09/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 7-12 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Let’s explore plants! This time we take a look at the basics of botany and create a silly little chia pet to take home and grow. STEAM Team is […]
Card Game Club
Card Game Club
What: Card Game Club When: 05/09/2024| 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m Learn how to play the popular card games Pokemon and Magic: The Gathering (and others) in this beginner-friendly club! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
5 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 05/10/2024 | 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.
Mah Jongg for Beginners
Mah Jongg for Beginners
What: Mah Jongg for Beginners When: 5/10/24 & 5/11/24 | 9:30am-12:30pm Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and learn to 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. Lessons starting May 10th & 11th - maximum class […]
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 05/10/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 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 […]
3 events,
Know It to Grow It: Growing Microgreens at Home
Know It to Grow It: Growing Microgreens at Home
What: Know It to Grow It: Growing Microgreens at Home When: 5/11/24 @ 10am Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at Garland County Library or Garland County Library Who: Ages 18+ No Registration This program is part of the Garland County Master Gardeners' Know It to Grow It series. Microgreens are the young seedlings […]
Mountain View Heights – Family Side [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights – Family Side [Bookmobile Service]
What: Painting with Tori (Activity) When: Saturday, May 11 | 10 AM Where: Mountain View Heights – Family Side 1010 Illinois St, Hot Springs, AR, 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mountain View Heights – Family side at 10 AM on Saturday, May 11. This month's activity is Painting with […]
2 events,
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 […]
5 events,
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
What: Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda When: Mondays @ 9AM, 4/15 thru 5/20 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class, and new participants can join at any time during this 6-week course. Certified Ashtanga Yoga & Restorative Yoga Instructor Amanda Mitchell of The Local Art Entity leads this 6-week course. Originated […]
Travel the States with Tori: Arizona
Travel the States with Tori: Arizona
What: Travel the States with Tori: Arizona When: 05/13/2023 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 6-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Attention homeschoolers: Come learn about one of the 50 states--this month we're exploring Arizona! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
Ukulele Club
Ukulele Club
What: Ukulele Club When: Second Monday of every month, 4pm-5:30pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No Registration Ukulele lovers unite! Local ukulele lovers of all sorts and ability are invited to gather and share as part of their hobby. No planned instruction will be offered. This is intended to be a social club.
5 events,
Cookin’ For Coins: GCL+ Bake Sale Fundraiser
Cookin’ For Coins: GCL+ Bake Sale Fundraiser
To raise funds for GCL+, the Library's expansion and remodel project, GCL staff are hosting a Bake Sale Fundraiser! Come pick up some fresh baked goodies, learn about the remodel, and DONATE!
Disney Lorcana Play & Trade Meetup
Disney Lorcana Play & Trade Meetup
What: Disney Lorcana Play & Trade Meetup When: 5/14/24 @ 3-5pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration is not required. Players and collectors Disney Lorcana are welcome to bring their collections and decks to trade and play with others.
D&DIY: Gelatinous Cube Soap with Dice
D&DIY: Gelatinous Cube Soap with Dice
What: D&DIY: Gelatinous Cube Soap with Dice When: 05/14/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Mr. Brett for a hands-on craft with a Dungeons & Dragons twist! This time, we'll make sure you're nice and fresh for your next session with […]
8 events,
Preschool Storytime: Fruit
Preschool Storytime: Fruit
What: Preschool Storytime: Fruit When: 05/15/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about fruit! Group visits by appointment only.
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
What: Board Game Club When: 05/15/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Come play board games with us! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
What: Beginning Tai Chi for Health... in the Garden! When: Wednesdays @ 9:30am from 5/8 thru 5/29 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class in the library's Community Garden, and new participants can join at any time during this 4-week course. In this Beginning Tai Chi for Health program, instructor […]
7 events,
Family Yoga
Family Yoga
What: Family Yoga When: 05/16/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: Kids ages 18 months-4 years + a caregiver Come do with family yoga with teach Karen Reeves of The Yoga Place. Classes begin at 10:30am and will last 30-40 minutes.
Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Peru
Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Peru
What: Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Peru When: 05/16/2024 | 10 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Registration is required and will begin on 4/15 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 a different country! If […]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Fountain Lake Dollar General When: 2:30 PM - 4 PM, each 1st and 3rd Thursday Where: 4310 Park Ave, Fountain Lake, AR 7190171909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Fountain Lake Dollar General from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM on every first and third […]
5 events,
At-Home Science Kit Pickup
What: At-Home Science Kit Pickup When: 05/17/2024 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 18 & under Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Sign up to reserve a mystery science kit full of everything you will need to conduct a simple at-home science experiment! Instruction video and reading recommendations included. One kit per […]
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 05/17/2024 | 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.
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 […]
Banana Splits Book Club
Banana Splits Book Club
What: Banana Splits Book Club When: 05/17/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 8-12 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: The Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If […]
4 events,
Book Trail at Garvan Woodland Gardens
What: Book Trail at Garvan Woodland Gardens When: Saturday, May 18th through Saturday, June 1st Where: Garvan Woodland Gardens Who: All Ages Garvan Woodland Gardens and the Garland County Library are thrilled to announce their partnership on the much-anticipated Book Trail exhibit, set to delight families from May 18-June 1, 2024. Nestled within the verdant […]
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, May 18 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 Saturday, May 18. […]
Have Book, Will Travel – May 2024
Have Book, Will Travel – May 2024
What: Have Book, Will Travel Book Club - May 2024 When: 5/18/24 @ 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 […]
3 events,
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 […]
4 events,
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda
What: Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda When: Mondays @ 9AM, 4/15 thru 5/20 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class, and new participants can join at any time during this 6-week course. Certified Ashtanga Yoga & Restorative Yoga Instructor Amanda Mitchell of The Local Art Entity leads this 6-week course. Originated […]
Canceled [CANCELED] Bingo for Books
Canceled [CANCELED] Bingo for Books
What: Bingo for Books When: 1st Wednesday & 3rd Monday of every month (rescheduled for holidays) 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 the 4th […]
4 events,
Coming Back Home, featuring Rex Nelson
Coming Back Home, featuring Rex Nelson
What: Coming Back Home When: 5/21/24 @ 12pm Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary or youtube.com/user/GarlandCoLibrary Who: 18+ No Registration This program series is sponsored by the Garland County Historical Society in collaboration with the Garland County Library. Rex Nelson looks at how Hot Springs has decided to return […]
Cyber Security and Fraud Prevention Seminar
Cyber Security and Fraud Prevention Seminar
What: Cyber Security and Fraud Prevention Seminar When: 5/21/24 @2pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration is not required. This program covers the latest cybersecurity attacks and how to protect your data. You will also hear from a Raymond James Business Information Security Lead and FBI Special Agent about common fraud schemes.
6 events,
Drop-In Activity: Tie-Dye Butterflies
Drop-In Activity: Tie-Dye Butterflies
What: Drop-In Activity: Tie-Dye Butterflies When: 05/22/2024 | 4-5 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Drop in to make a classic tie-dye butterfly with washable markers and coffee filters. For ages 12 & under, while supplies last. *Groups by appointment only.
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
What: Beginning Tai Chi for Health... in the Garden! When: Wednesdays @ 9:30am from 5/8 thru 5/29 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class in the library's Community Garden, and new participants can join at any time during this 4-week course. In this Beginning Tai Chi for Health program, instructor […]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mountain View Heights When: 12pm-1pm, 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 12pm-1pm 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: 05/23/2024| 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m Learn how to play the popular card games Pokemon and Magic: The Gathering (and others) in this beginner-friendly club! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
4 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 […]
Homeschool Page Turners
Homeschool Page Turners
What: Homeschool Page Turners When: 05/10/2024 | 12 PM *** DATE CHANGED TO 5/24*** Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us for a new Homeschool book club for ages 13-18. We will meet monthly to discuss our selected book, play games, and eat yummy […]
3 events,
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,
Library Closed for State Holiday
The Garland County Library's building is closed today for a holiday. Our digital branch never closes. Visit www.gclibrary.com now to borrow, download, watch, browse, and more! --- January 1, 2024 | New Year’s Day January 15, 2024 | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday February 19, 2024 | George Washington’s Birthday and Daisy Gatson Bates […]
3 events,
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 05/21/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Elf Dog & Owl Head by M.T. Anderson Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register […]
5 events,
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
Beginning Tai Chi for Health… in the Garden!
What: Beginning Tai Chi for Health... in the Garden! When: Wednesdays @ 9:30am from 5/8 thru 5/29 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class in the library's Community Garden, and new participants can join at any time during this 4-week course. In this Beginning Tai Chi for Health program, instructor […]
Bookmobile Book Club – Mountain View Heights Tower
Bookmobile Book Club – Mountain View Heights Tower
What: Bookmobile Book Club When: Wednesday, May 29th @ 1pm Where: Mountain View Heights - Tower, 100 Highrise Cir, Hot Springs, AR 71901 Who: Adults 18+ Registration Required Join Greg and James for the Bookmobile Book Club at the MVH Tower. The featured title in May is Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. […]
Everything Tortillas!
Everything Tortillas!
What: Everything Tortillas When: 5/29/24 @1pm Where: Library Auditorium Who: Ages 18+ No registration required "This program will include a tasty time of learning about the history of tortillas and how to make tortillas at home. Find out fun and healthy ways to use tortillas. Your family will thank you!" - Alison Crane, Family and […]
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 […]
6 events,
Teen Take & Make: Stress Balls
What: Teen Take & Make: Stress Balls When: 06/01/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 5/15 at 9:00 a.m. Make your own stress balls at home! Supplies and instructions will be given. Register today to reserve your supply kit. One kit per teen. Spots are limited. If registration is full, […]
Take & Make Craft: Popsicle Stick S’mores
What: Take & Make Craft: Popsicle Stick S'mores When: 06/01/2024 to 06/30/2024 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Stop by the library for a craft kit with everything needed to make a cute smiling s’more out of popsicle sticks. Kits will be available only in June. Limit one kit per child, please.
Summer Reading Kickoff
Summer Reading Kickoff
What: Summer Reading Kickoff When: 06/01/2024 | 10 AM - 12 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 18 & under Help us kick off this year's summer reading program! Groups by appointment only.
GCL+ Fundraiser: Weeded Books Bag Sale
GCL+ Fundraiser: Weeded Books Bag Sale
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 | […]
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 […]