Summer Reading Program Kickoff
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesCome help us kick off our summer reading program with special guest Big Poppa Bubble, music from Jacob Flores, games, food, and more! Ages 18 and under.
Family Read-Along Pickup
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesPick up a Family Read-Along kit that includes a chapter book to read together, a craft, and a snack. When you've finished the book, fill out the provided review sheet for a chance to win a prize! Registration is required for this program and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. One kit per […]
(Blended In-Person/Virtual) Lung Cancer Screenings 101
Program offered in in-person, and also livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary This presentation is provided by the American Lung Association in Arkansas. It is intended to help inform the general population that the screenings guidelines have changed. It also discusses the process of getting screened for lung cancer. No registration required.
Sea Stars: Gertrude Ederle
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesJoin Ms. Katie and Ms. Tiffany for stories, snacks, experiments, art activities, and more as we learn about a variety of ocean-loving heroes who overcame obstacles, made discoveries, beat records, and advanced science. Ages 7-12. Registration is required and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please register each child individually. All programs are subject […]
Dungeons and Dragons at Sea
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesD&D at Sea! -Avast, ye landlubbers! Join in on a nautical D&D adventure with quick, simplified rules! Embark on a new quest every week on a pirate ship crewed by you and your friends! Sail across the seas, solving mysteries and - if all goes well - saving the world! All supplies provided. Ages 10-18. […]
(V) Author Talk w/ Bitty Martin
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Join us for a post-release interview with Snake Eyes: Murder in a Southern Town author Bitty Martin. Hot Springs, Arkansas, was shaken to its core in 1966 after a girl was found dead outside of town at Blacksnake Ranch. The owner claimed it was an accident, but people had their […]
Family Take-Home Craft Kit
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesPick up a craft kit with supplies to make a "footprints on the beach" canvas art project! Registration is required and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. One kit per family. All programs are subject to change at any time. Group visits by appointment only.
Hot Springs Fire Department visits
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesCome meet local firefighters, learn about the equipment they use, and check out their firetruck! All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
Hot Springs Jazz Society Concert: Being a Multi-Instrumentalist
Join the Hot Springs Jazz Society musicians for this free concert! No registration is required. Artists: Leader, Jonathan Van Houten - Sax, Flute, Clarinet, Guitar, Bass, Vocals Seth Hankerson -Guitar/Bass James Gathright - Drums/ Vocals Jonathan Van Houten was born in raised in Hot Springs. Performing since the age of 12, he got his start […]
Music and Mindfulness: Bugs
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesJoin Ms. Tiffany for an bug-themed mindfulness program that incorporates music and movement. Ages 3-5. Registration is required and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please register each child individually. All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
Ocean Explorers: Oceanography
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United StatesHop aboard the library boat to explore and learn about our wild wonderful ocean! We snack, read, learn, and do creative activities about sea-tastic topics. Ages 7-12. Registration is required and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
DIY Sushi
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, AR, United States-Sushi - you either love it, or you haven't had good sushi yet! The best sushi is the sushi you make yourself, so that's exactly what we're going to do in this fun food program. Not a fan of fish? No worries! We will have options for faux-crab sushi and veggie sushi - no raw […]