(VIRTUAL) Renditions of Famous Paintings
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary In late 2019, local photographer, author, and presenter Eli Vega gave himself the challenging task of creating his photo renditions of famous paintings. Among his renditions are The Mona Lisa, American Gothic, The Scream, Christina's World, and over twenty others. Eli, who is writing a book about his project, will […]
(VIRTUAL) An Overview of the LGBTQ+ Community
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary October is LGBT History Month, and Robert Haness, President of the Hot Springs LGBT Alliance, will give an apolitical overview about the history of the LGBTQ+ community, define terminology, discuss issues, and share resources to learn more. According to Robert Haness, "The purpose of Hot Springs LBGT Alliance is […]
(Virtual) Inkhearts Fiction Writers Club
To register, please email Chanan Emmons at cemmons@gclibrary.com Join writer and GCL staff member Chanan Emmons for a monthly dive into fiction writing and the writing life. The Inkhearts will meet on the third Saturday of each month for a brief presentation on a craft-related topic, followed by a writing activity and group discussion. Topics […]
(VIRTUAL) Songs of the Springs: Henry Glover, Louis Jordan, and the Spa City’s connections to the creation of R&B
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary This program is sponsored by the Garland County Historical Society, and presented by Stephen Koch, famous locally for his radio program "Arkansongs" This presentation explores the lives and music of Glover and Jordan, two giants of popular American song with Hot Springs connections whose incredible legacies are often overlooked. Key […]
(VIRTUAL) Master Gardeners Present: Healing Gardens
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Can a garden aid in healing the body? Join Minnie Shelor, Garvan Woodland Gardens Garden Manager, who will present “Healing Gardens”, where she will discuss the theory of gardens as healing spaces and explain design principles in the creation of healing garden spaces. In recent years, the medical community […]
(VIRTUAL) The Legend of Zelda Trivia
Adults can win prizes by showing their knowledge about The Legend of Zelda video game franchise. Trivia livestreamed via a library Facebook event. Rules will be clarified during the program, but to participate, you must have an active Facebook account and be willing to comment your answers.
(VIRTUAL) Bingo for Books
The library now offers two monthly Bingo programs every month! Both are hosted by Hot Springs #1 Music Performer (as voted by Sentinel-Record readers), Jacob Flores! To register for any adult bingo programs, send an email to jflores@gclibrary.com Pick up your bingo cards at the library by contacting Jacob at 501-623-4161, or have them emailed […]
(VIRTUAL) Children of the Night: Nocturnal Animals of Arkansas
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary It's a not-so-shady expose of Arkansas nightlife! This investigation into some unusual suspects takes a look into what these nocturnal animals do in the shadows. When darkness falls, who will be there? Guest speaker is Master Naturalist Belinda Jonak. If you would like to ask a question in advance, […]
(VIRTUAL) Perceptions of Color #2: Behind the Boo: The Menace and the Message of Black Horror
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Join Marsalis Weatherspoon and his guests in "Perceptions of Color," a monthly series that intends to both celebrate and educate about all facets of the African-American experience. Weatherspoon, a musician, speaker, and public servant, currently serves as President of the local N.A.A.C.P. branch, Hot Springs Branch #6013. This second […]
POSTPONED – SNAP Ed Presents: Tips to Tailgate the Healthy Way
This program has been postponed. Please stay tuned for future details. Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary How do you eat right when tailgating? Join Crystal D. Johnson, Garland County Extension Agent with the Family & Consumer Sciences/SNAP Ed program, to learn some tips on how to focus on healthy eating on and off the […]
Mass Drive-Thru Flu Vaccine Clinic
On Wednesday, November 3, 2021, the Garland County Health Unit of the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) will offer drive-thru flu vaccinations at no charge at the Garland County Library, which is located at 1427 Malvern Avenue in Hot Springs, Arkansas from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. People should bring their insurance cards with them […]
(VIRTUAL) Gallery Walk Talk 9: Perrion Hurd
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary November's Special Guest is mural artist Perrion Hurd. Join the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance, in this new series about one of Hot Springs' most famous art-centric traditions - Hot Springs Gallery Walk. While the pandemic may have temporarily changed the experience, the Downtown Hot Springs Gallery Walk is […]