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(In-Person) Bingo for Books
(In-Person) Bingo for Books
The library hosts bingo in-person in the auditorium every month on the 3rd Monday monthly at 1pm. To register for any adult bingo programs, send an email to adiggs@gclibrary.com Winners will be entitled to gift cards for prizes, as well as some gift certificates to the library's Book Sale Room.
YA Mystery Club: Seven Dirty Secrets
YA Mystery Club: Seven Dirty Secrets
Love mystery books? Sign up for our new YA mystery book club. This month's book is Seven Dirty Secrets by Natalie D. Richards. Free copies of the book will be available for pickup at the children's circulation desk for registered participants. Ages 13-18. Registration is required for the program and will begin on January 15th at […]
(V) Eli Vega Presents: Hot Springs from My Perspective
(V) Eli Vega Presents: Hot Springs from My Perspective
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Local photographer, author, and presenter Eli Vega will discuss and showcase photography from Hot Springs, the National Park, Downtown, and more. If you have any questions for the photographer in advance, please email Eli Vega at vegaphotoart@gmail.com
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Baby Steps
Baby Steps
Baby Steps is a lap-sit program featuring songs, rhymes, and a short board book. Registration is required. (This program is part of a weekly series for children ages 0-18 months. --Please register for the first meeting on February 1st to be signed up for the entire series.) (Group visits by appointment only.)
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
3 events,
Preschool Storytime: Farms
Preschool Storytime: Farms
Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Join us for storytime all about farms! This program is geared for ages 3-5 years. Group visits by appointment only.
Amazing Makers
Amazing Makers
Children ages 7-12 are invited to join us as we learn about the work of Laura Wheeler Waring. Participants will also create their own work of art. Registration is required and will begin on Saturday, January 15th at 9:00 a.m. All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
(V) Gallery Walk Talk 13: Linda Palmer
(V) Gallery Walk Talk 13: Linda Palmer
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary March's special guest is artist Linda Williams Palmer. Join the Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance in this monthly series about one of Hot Springs's most famous art-centric traditions - Hot Springs Gallery Walk. Each month a local artist will be celebrated, with a closer look at their work and […]
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Senior Fitness: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Ageless Grace
Senior Fitness: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Ageless Grace
Every Thursday, 8:30-9:30 A.M. Instructor is from Oaklawn Center on Aging. Tai Chi for Arthritis is an enjoyable exercise that can relieve your pain and improve your health and ability to do daily activities. Tai Chi consists of slow, continuous whole-body movements, strung together in one form. Ageless Grace is a cutting-edge brain fitness program, […]
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
We will start promptly at 4:00 p.m. in order to finish the painting this day. We will not be able to go back and restart once started.
Bluegrass Jam
Bluegrass Jam
Bring your instruments, play some bluegrass, and mingle with fellow enthusiasts in the library's auditorium on the first and third Thursday afternoon of each month!
1 event,
Family Craft Night: Pet Toys (Pre-recorded video)
Sign up to reserve a craft supply kit to enjoy with the whole family! This month we are making toys for our animal family members! Kits are available for pick up on March 4th. One kit per family. Submitting photos of the fun gives entry into a prize drawing! Photos are due by March 31st. […]
1 event,
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
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! Ages 13-18. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive on time. Class will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. and we will not have time to […]
1 event,
Garland Gamers
Garland Gamers
Join us for board games and video game free play on Nintendo Switch and Playstation. Ages 10-18. Group visits by appointment only.
2 events,
Moody Monday Storytime
Moody Monday Storytime
Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Faith for a storytime that explores and explains our feelings and the different ways we experience them! Ages 5 and under. Group visits by appointment only.
(V) Coming Home: Episode 4: Engage
(V) Coming Home: Episode 4: Engage
This program will be livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary. "Coming Home" is presented by Kimberly Lew, Vice-Chair of the SWAP Coalition to Prevent and End Homelessness. Lew will discuss the topic of homelessness and helping those in need in Arkansas, and lead a conversation about solutions and hurdles surrounding the issue. This episode features special […]
2 events,
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
Amazing Makers
Amazing Makers
Children ages 7-12 are invited to join us as we learn about the work of Friedensreich Hundertwasser. Participants will also create their own work of art. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
3 events,
Preschool Storytime: Ducks
Preschool Storytime: Ducks
Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Join us for storytime all about ducks! This program is geared for ages 3-5 years. Group visits by appointment only.
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
Hot Springs Jazz Society Concert: Verbal Communication and Jazz Improvisation
Hot Springs Jazz Society Concert: Verbal Communication and Jazz Improvisation
This in-person concert has limited seating, and registration is required. This event is hosted by the Hot Springs Jazz Society and will take place on Wednesday, March 9th, 6:00-7:30 P.M. The concert include educational explanations and examples of the key points of communication between musicians and their audience in a jazz concert: Intention, Attention, Distance, […]
2 events,
Senior Fitness: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Ageless Grace
Senior Fitness: Tai Chi for Arthritis and Ageless Grace
Every Thursday, 8:30-9:30 A.M. Instructor is from Oaklawn Center on Aging. Tai Chi for Arthritis is an enjoyable exercise that can relieve your pain and improve your health and ability to do daily activities. Tai Chi consists of slow, continuous whole-body movements, strung together in one form. Ageless Grace is a cutting-edge brain fitness program, […]
Dungeons and Dragons Book Club: His Hideous Heart (Meeting #1)
Dungeons and Dragons Book Club: His Hideous Heart (Meeting #1)
Come play Dungeons and Dragons and chat about this month's book club pick, His Hideous Heart by Dahlia Adler. This club will meet twice a month. If you register for the first meeting (this one), you are automatically registered for the second. Ages 13-18. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 […]
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Chess Club
Chess Club
Come play chess with us and other local chess players! All skill levels are welcome. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Group visits by appointment only.
(V) Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Presents: Paddling and Boating Safety
(V) Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Presents: Paddling and Boating Safety
Tune in for a monthly informational video by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. March's program covers paddling and boating safety, including lifejacket rules for both motorized vessels and small watercraft. The presenter will also discuss recent trends in boating recreation and accidents, meeting boater's education requirements, and resources for teaching boater safety to youth. […]
3 events,
Take and Bake: Funfetti Gooey Bars
Stop by and pick up a kit to make yummy Funfetti Gooey Bars! Ages 6-18. One kit per family. Kits will be available for pickup on March 14th. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Group visits by appointment only.
Garland County Library Blood Drive
Garland County Library Blood Drive
Garland County Library Blood Drive (hosted by Arkansas Blood Institute) Monday, March 14th Appointments 1:00-4:00pm in library's auditorium. All donors will receive a free t-shirt and be entered into a library-sponsored raffle to win a Samsung Galaxy Tab! To schedule and appointment in advance, visit arkbi.org or text or call Vince at 501-503-9485 or ABI […]
American Girl: Kirsten
American Girl: Kirsten
Ages 7-12. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please register each child individually. Learn about the time period and culture of an American Girl through extension activities, discussion, crafts, and a snack! Group visits by appointment only.
2 events,
In Search of the Ouachitas’ Lost Music
In Search of the Ouachitas’ Lost Music
In Search of the Ouachitas' Lost Music: 3/15 | 12 P.M. | In-Person & Livestreamed The Garland County Historical Society (in association with the Garland County Library) presents “In Search of the Ouachitas' Lost Music." Join us for a conversation about the evolution of early-American traditional music, from the 17th century to today…. from early, […]
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
4 events,
Richard Stephens’ Watercolor Workshop
Registration opens Friday, February 25th. This class is a 3-day commitment: March 16-18, and there is a $25 registration fee that must be paid at registration. You must visit or call the library at 501-623-4161 in order to register and pay this fee. Attendees must also bring supplies and materials found at this list: bit.ly/35uA3nJ […]
Stories in the Park at Hollywood Park
Stories in the Park at Hollywood Park
Join us at Hollywood Park (411 Hollywood Avenue) for stories, snacks, and more!
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
(V) Master Gardeners Present: Ready, Set, Grow
(V) Master Gardeners Present: Ready, Set, Grow
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Please tune in for GC Master Gardener’s "Know It to Grow It" on March 16th at 6 P.M. Jamie Wilkerson will be with us for the second installment of our “Homesteading in a Modern World” series with “Ready, Set, Grow." Jamie will discuss how to prepare for your summer […]
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(V) Preschool Storytime: Ducks
(V) Preschool Storytime: Ducks
Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Join us for virtual storytime all about ducks! This program will be held via Zoom and a link will be sent prior to the program. Group visits by appointment only.
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
Come play board games with us! Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Group visits by appointment only.
Bluegrass Jam
Bluegrass Jam
Bring your instruments, play some bluegrass, and mingle with fellow enthusiasts in the library's auditorium on the first and third Thursday afternoon of each month!
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Free Tree Friday
Free Tree Friday
When: Friday, March 18th, 10 A.M. - 1 P.M. or until seedlings are gone. What: Free Drive-Thru Bare-Root Hardwood Seedling Giveaway (first come, first served) Where: Garland County Library parking lot What Kinds: Shumard Oak and Bald Cypress
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Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
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! Ages 13-18. Registration is required and will begin on Wednesday, December 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive on time. Class will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. and we will not have time to […]
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Movie Mockery
Movie Mockery
Come eat popcorn while we watch a bad movie and make fun of it! Ages 13-18. Group visits by appointment only.
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Spring Sing-Along
Spring Sing-Along
Join Ms. Faith and Mr. Jacob for a fun spring-themed sing-along! Ages 5 and under. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Group visits by appointment only.
(In-Person) Bingo for Books
(In-Person) Bingo for Books
The library hosts bingo in-person in the auditorium every month on the 3rd Monday monthly at 1 P.M. To register for any adult bingo programs, send an email to adiggs@gclibrary.com Prizes include various gift cards as well as some gift certificates to the library's Book Sale Room.
Dungeons and Dragons Book Club: His Hideous Heart (Meeting #2)
Dungeons and Dragons Book Club: His Hideous Heart (Meeting #2)
This is the second meeting of this month's book club! You must register for meeting #1 (on March 10th) in order to attend this meeting. Come play Dungeons and Dragons and continue the discussion about this month's book club pick, His Hideous Heart by Dahlia Adler. Ages 13-18. Registration is required and will begin on […]
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*CANCELLED* Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
*CANCELLED* Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
(V) Perceptions of Color #7: The Power in the Pen: Celebrating Black Women in Literature
(V) Perceptions of Color #7: The Power in the Pen: Celebrating Black Women in Literature
Program livestreamed at facebook.com/garlandcountylibrary and youtube.com/garlandcolibrary Join Marsalis Weatherspoon and his guests for 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 NAACP branch, Hot Springs Branch #6013. In […]
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Drop-In Play-doh Fun
Drop-In Play-doh Fun
Come by the library to enjoy some classic fun with Playdoh and friends. First come first serve while supplies last. *Groups by appointment only. Ages 12 and under.
*CANCELLED* Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
*CANCELLED* Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
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Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
After the library closes, the real fun begins! It's a sleepover just for your stuffed animal. Join us for stories, cookies and milk, and to tuck in your buddy. Stuffed friends will be ready for pickup after 8:30 a.m. on Friday, February 19th. Ages 12 and under. Registration is required.
2 events,
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
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! Ages 13-18. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive on time. Class will begin promptly at 4:00 p.m. and we will not have time to […]
STEAM Team: Bees
STEAM Team: Bees
This program is rescheduled from March 11th. Let’s explore bees! Learn cool facts about these important pollinators and create a bee feeder for up close observation. This month, STEAM Team will take place in-person at the library because we have a special guest joining us! STEAM Team is a recurring program focusing on subjects […]
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Adult Gaming Club
Adult Gaming Club
This gaming club is for Adults 18+ to get together and play video games, board games, trading card games, chess, and role-playing games. Regular club attendees will bring their own equipment and games and determine what games are popular and played from meet-to-meet. Club meets irregularly. Registration is required to become a member of the […]
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YA Mystery Club: The Grimrose Girls
YA Mystery Club: The Grimrose Girls
Love mystery books? Sign up for our new YA mystery book club. This month's book is The Grimrose Girls by Laura Pohl. Free copies of the book will be available for pickup at the children's circulation desk. Ages 13-18. Registration is required for the program and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Group […]
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Teen Book Club: Circus Mirandus
Teen Book Club: Circus Mirandus
Ages 13-18 only! Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Circus Mirandus by Cassie Beasley Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. *If you register online for this program you are not guaranteed a free book. All programs subject to change. Group visits by […]
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Preschool Storytime: Spring
Preschool Storytime: Spring
Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Join us for storytime all about springtime! This program is geared for ages 3-5 years. Group visits by appointment only.
Banana Splits Book Club: Flora and Ulysses
Banana Splits Book Club: Flora and Ulysses
Ages 8-13 only! Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Book: Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo Please stop by the library to pick up your copy! Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. *If you register online for this program you are not guaranteed a […]
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Intro to Dungeons and Dragons
Come learn the basics of D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) with Mr. Brett. Ages 10-18. Registration is required and will begin on February 15th at 9:00 a.m. You must register for each week's Intro to D&D individually. Group visits by appointment only.
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(V) Preschool Storytime: Spring
(V) Preschool Storytime: Spring
Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, February 15th at 9:00 a.m. Join us for a virtual storytime all about spring! This program will be held via Zoom and a link will be sent prior to the program. Group visits by appointment only.
(V) Micro-Club: Pollen
(V) Micro-Club: Pollen
Feeling sneezy? Let’s look at the common culprit of spring allergies! We will explore fun facts about pollen, how it works, and the wonderful world of plant pollination while crafting a fabulous life-size version of it. Micro Club is a reoccurring science and art program where we create life-size models of various microscopic entities with […]
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Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
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! Ages 13-18. Registration is required and will begin on Tuesday, March 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive on time. Class will begin promptly at 4:00 p.m. and we will not have time to […]
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