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Take-and-Make Craft: Paper Rainbows
Take-and-Make Craft: Paper Rainbows
What: Take & Make Craft: Paper Rainbows When: 07/01/2023 to 07/31/2023 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Stop by the library for a craft kit with everything needed to make a paper rainbow. Kits will be available for the month of July. One kit per child, please.
One-Shot Adventures
One-Shot Adventures
What: One-Shot Adventures When: 07/16/2023 | 1:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. Every month, Mr. Brett will run a self-contained one-shot RPG adventure - space is limited, so act fast! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
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 […]
Scott Davis Magic Show
Scott Davis Magic Show
What: Scott Davis Magic Show When: 07/17/2023 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Auditorium Who: All ages welcome Join us for a family-friendly comedy magic show from local magician Scott Davis! Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Group visits by appointment only.
Bingo for Books
Bingo for Books
What: Bingo for Books When: 3rd Monday of every month (& 1st Wednesday starting in July) 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 3rd Monday at 1 P.M. (Falls on the 4th Monday when the 3rd Monday is […]
Movie Buddies: Studio Ghibli
Movie Buddies: Studio Ghibli
What: Movie Buddies: Studio Ghibli When: 07/17/2023 | 2-3 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 8-14 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. This is a meetup for fans of Studio Ghibli movies like My Neighbor Totoro, Ponyo, Howl’s Moving Castle, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and dozens more. We’ll eat snacks inspired by […]
School of Rock (Band)
School of Rock (Band)
What: School of Rock (Band) When: 07/17/2023 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. We're dusting off our plastic instruments and starting a band! Centered around the game Rock Band 4, you'll get to build your rock persona (Rocksona!), choose from guitar, bass, […]
Mosaic Stepping Stones
Mosaic Stepping Stones
What: Mosaic Stepping Stones When: 07/18/2023 | 3:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins on 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. Make a mosaic stepping stone for your yard. If registration is full, please call 501-623-4161 to join the waitlist.
Thriller Book Club
Thriller Book Club
What: Thriller Book Club When: 07/18/2023 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: The Counselors by Jessica Goodman Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this program you […]
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop When: Tuesday, 07/18/22 @ 6:00-7:30 P.M. Where: Library Meeting Room B Who: Ages 18+ Registration Recommended To register, please e-mail Chanan Emmons at cemmons@gclibrary.com. 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 […]
Beekeeping Storytime with Celeste Byrd
Beekeeping Storytime with Celeste Byrd
What: Beekeeping Storytime When: 07/19/2023 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12 & under Join us for storytime with special guest, local beekeeper Celeste Byrd. Group visits by appointment only.
Drop-In Activity: Friendship Bracelets
Drop-In Activity: Friendship Bracelets
What: Drop-In Activity: Friendship Bracelets When: 07/19/2023 4:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Do you have a friend or family member you want to show appreciation for? If so, drop by the library to make a simple and colorful bracelet or anklet as a gift or remembrance for that special […]
Green Market of Hot Springs Village
Green Market of Hot Springs Village
What: Green Market of Hot Springs Village When: 8am-12pm each Thursday, May-September Where: Grove Park, 1105 DeSoto Blvd, Hot Springs Village, AR Who: All Ages No Registration The Garland County Library will join Green Market vendors each Thursday, May-September. Visit the library's booth to get your library card, talk about library services, discover unique offerings […]
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. […]
Animalogy
Animalogy
What: Animalogy When: 07/20/2023 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: All ages welcome Join us for a live animal program with Animalogy! Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Group visits by appointment only.
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, […]
Bluegrass Jam
Bluegrass Jam
What: Bluegrass Jam When: the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, 4pm-5:45pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No Registration 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!
Drop-In Crafterhours (for Adults!)
Drop-In Crafterhours (for Adults!)
Drop-In Crafterhours (for Adults!) When: 07/20/2023 @ 5:30-7:30 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration is not required. Join us for a free-for-all craft program hosted by Aubrey! Adults 18+ are welcome to attend. All craft materials are provided. Supplies are available on a first come first served basis. (Friday) 07/07 – DIY Terrariums @ 2-4 […]
Bubble Fun
Bubble Fun
What: Bubble Fun When: 07/21/2023 | 9:00 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 6 & under Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. What better way to start the day than with some bubbles! Preschoolers and toddlers are welcome to join in on some bubble fun with us in the library garden. […]
Water Games
Water Games
What: Water Games When: 07/21/2023 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 7-12 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. Let’s cool down with some water games and cold treats at the library. If registration is full, please call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
YA Water Games
YA Water Games
What: YA Water Games When: 07/21/2023 | 12:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. Let’s cool down with some water games and cold treats at the library. If registration is full, please call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Group visits by appointment only.
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 07/21/2023 | 3 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 6/15 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 […]
Hot Springs Farmers & Artisans Market
Hot Springs Farmers & Artisans Market
What: Hot Springs Farmers & Artisans Market When: 7am-12pm each Saturday during Main Season, May-October Where: 121 Orange Street Who: All Ages No Registration The Garland County Library will join Farmers Market vendors each Saturday during the Main Season, May-October. Visit the library's booth to get your library card, talk about library services, discover unique […]
Star Wars Day with the 501st Legion
Star Wars Day with the 501st Legion
What: Star Wars Day with the 501st Legion When: 07/22/2023 | 2:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Auditorium Who: 18 & under Registration is required and begins 6/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come join us for a Star Wars-filled afternoon with members of the 501st legion! We'll have snacks, crafts, prizes, and more! If registration is […]