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International Lego Day with ArkLUG
International Lego Day with ArkLUG
What: International Lego Day with ArkLUG When: 01/28/2024 | 1-6 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: All ages Come celebrate International Lego Day at the library! We will have a Lego display built by the Arkansas LEGO Users Group and a free build contest for different age groups.
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 […]
2 events,
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
What: Scribes Fiction Writing Club When: 01/29/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 10-12 Registration is required and begins 12/15 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 learn about different aspects […]
School of Rock (Band)
School of Rock (Band)
What: School of Rock (Band) When: 01/29/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 12/15 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, […]
1 event,
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 01/30/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 12/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Twilight by Stephenie Meyer Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this […]
3 events,
Preschool Storytime: Hats
Preschool Storytime: Hats
What: Preschool Storytime: Hats When: 01/31/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about hats! Group visits by appointment only.
Drop-In Activity: Snowball Shooters
Drop-In Activity: Snowball Shooters
What: Drop-In Activity: Snowball Shooters When: 01/31/2024 | 4-5 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Drop in the children's department between 4 and 5 to make a snowball shooter with a paper cup, balloon, and faux snowball pompom. For ages 12 & under, while supplies last. *Groups by appointment only.
Wonderful Wednesdays! – Safe Prescription Drug Disposal
Wonderful Wednesdays! – Safe Prescription Drug Disposal
What: Wonderful Wednesdays! - Safe Prescription Drug Disposal When: 1/31/24 @ 1pm Where: Library Auditorium Who: Ages 18+ No registration required Join the Garland County Extension Service and EHC for their Wonderful Wednesdays! series as they kick start the new year toward better health. "Taking prescription medication is a part of the daily routine for […]
7 events,
Take and Make Craft: Love Bugs
What: Take & Make Craft: Love Bugs When: 2/01/2024 to 2/29/2024 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Drop by the library for a craft kit with everything needed to make a little love bug. One kit per child.
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. […]
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, […]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Fountain Lake Dollar General When: 2 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 PM to 4 PM on every first and third […]
5 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 02/02/2024 | 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.
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 […]
Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!)
Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!)
What: Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!) When: 2/2/2024 @ 2:00-4:00 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) 2/2 – DIY candles
3 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 […]
Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club – February 2024
Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club – February 2024
What: Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club - February 2024 When: 2/3/24 @ 11:15am Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Join us for a bi-monthly deep dive into classic and contemporary true crime. Each meeting will focus on a true crime book, but discussion of podcasts, documentaries, cold cases, and cases in the news is […]
4 events,
Garland Gamers
Garland Gamers
What: Garland Gamers When: 02/04/2024 | 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 […]
European Jazz Concert
European Jazz Concert
What: European Jazz Concert When: 2/4/24 @ 2:30pm Where: Library Auditorium Who: 18+ No Registration The Hot Springs Jazz Society returns on Sundays in 2024, starting off with a unique combination of violin, piano and drums will present jazz programming with a twist. Artists: 🎻 **Oksana Pavilionis:** A Jazz Violinist with a world of experience! […]
5 events,
Light Up! Paper Lantern Painting with Emergent Arts
Light Up! Paper Lantern Painting with Emergent Arts
What: Light Up! Paper Lantern Painting with Emergent Arts When: 02/05/2024 | 4-5:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: All ages welcome Come learn about Chinese New Year and decorate a paper lantern with Emergent Arts! Decorated lanterns will be on display in the library foyer following.
Beginner Mountain Dulcimer Class (For Adults!)
Beginner Mountain Dulcimer Class (For Adults!)
What: Beginner Mountain Dulcimer Class (for Adults!) When: 2/5/24 @ 10am Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Learn to play the mountain dulcimer with Charlie Mink, a longtime performer at the Ozark Folk Center State Park and instructor for the music roots program in Mountain View, Arkansas. The mountain dulcimer is one […]
Travel the States with Tori: Alaska
Travel the States with Tori: Alaska
What: Travel the States with Tori: Alaska When: 02/05/2023 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 6-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. Attention homeschoolers: Come learn about one of the 50 states--this month we're exploring Alaska! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
4 events,
Introduction to Astronomy: Virtual Astronomy – Using Skymaps and Stellarium
Introduction to Astronomy: Virtual Astronomy – Using Skymaps and Stellarium
What: Introduction to Astronomy: Virtual Astronomy - Using Skymaps and Stellarium When: 2/6/24 @ 1pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration Required Join us at any time for a series of 8 monthly programs focusing on topics designed to introduce the public to astronomy, and promote interest and understanding. This series is hosted by Arkansas […]
Garland County Candidates Forum
Garland County Candidates Forum
What: Garland County Candidates Forum When: Tuesday, February 6th, 6PM Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at Garland County Library or Garland County Library Who: Ages 18+ No Registration The Garland County Library will host a state and local candidate forum on Tuesday, February 6th. Doors open to the public for meet […]
Teen Cookin’: Overnight Oats
Teen Cookin’: Overnight Oats
What: Teen Cookin': Overnight Oats When: 02/06/2024 | 5:30 PM Where: Virtual-Zoom Who: Ages 12-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. The food this month is: Overnight Oats! Put on your apron and get your mixing bowls ready! This program will meet online on Zoom. *Most supplies provided by the library. Supply […]
6 events,
Preschool Storytime: Hugs
Preschool Storytime: Hugs
What: Preschool Storytime: Hugs When: 02/07/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about hugs! Group visits by appointment only.
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 […]
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village [Bookmobile Service]
Mt. Carmel Community at The Village [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mt. Carmel Community at The Village When: 1pm-3pm, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 540 Ponce De Leon Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mt. Carmel Community at The Village from 1pm-3pm on every first and third Wednesday of each […]
6 events,
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. […]
Homeschool Geography Club: Vietnam
Homeschool Geography Club: Vietnam
What: Homeschool Geography Club: Vietnam When: 02/08/2024| 10 AM-12 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 7-13 Registration is required and will begin on 1/15 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 […]
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, […]
4 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 02/09/2024 | 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.
After-school Stories
After-school Stories
What: After-school Stories When: 02/09/2024 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 5-10 Sweeten your afternoon trip to the library with stories, a craft, and a snack. This month, we explore books about the Lunar New Year, snack on oranges for good luck, and create dragon art. Appropriate for ages 5-10. *Groups by appointment […]
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 02/09/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 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 […]
1 event,
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 […]
Magic: The Gathering Draft: Ravnica Remastered
Magic: The Gathering Draft: Ravnica Remastered
What: Magic: The Gathering Draft: Ravnica Remastered When: 02/11/2024 | 2-5 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. If you're a Magic: The Gathering fan, be sure to join GCL's first ever YA Draft tournament! Participants will draft cards from several booster packs to build a […]
3 events,
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.
Magic Tree House Book Club
Magic Tree House Book Club
What: Magic Tree House Book Club When: 02/12/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 5-9 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book is Magic Tree House #29, A Big Day for Baseball. Morgan has sent Jack and Annie back to Brooklyn, New York in 1947 to meet Jackie Robinson […]
4 events,
The Architect’s Daughter: Three Generations of Hot Springs’ Stories and Architecture
The Architect’s Daughter: Three Generations of Hot Springs’ Stories and Architecture
What: The Architect’s Daughter: Three Generations of Hot Springs’ Stories and Architecture When: 2/13/24 @ 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. Diana McDaniel Hampo […]
Nintendo Club
Nintendo Club
What: Nintendo Club When: 02/13/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 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 […]
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop When: Tuesday, 02/13/22 @ 6:00-7:30 P.M. Where: Library Auditorium 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 Tuesday evening […]
4 events,
Preschool Storytime: Valentine’s Day
Preschool Storytime: Valentine’s Day
What: Preschool Storytime: Valentine's Day When: 02/14/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about Valentine's Day! Group visits by appointment only.
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mountain View Heights When: 1pm-3pm, 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: […]
Be Your Own Valentine!
Be Your Own Valentine!
What: Be Your Own Valentine! When: 02/14/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come relax and spend some time with the real most important person in your life - no, not your friendly neighborhood librarian - YOURSELF! Make some luxurious spa crafts, […]
8 events,
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. […]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
Fountain Lake Dollar General [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Fountain Lake Dollar General When: 2 PM - 4 PM, each 1st and 3rd Thursday Where: 4310 Park Ave, Fountain Lake, AR 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Fountain Lake Dollar General from 2 PM to 4 PM on every first and third […]
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, […]
3 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 02/16/2024 | 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.
DIY Wreaths
DIY Wreaths
What: DIY Wreaths When: 02/16/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Jill to make a beautiful seasonal wreath! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
3 events,
American Girl: Josefina
American Girl: Josefina
What: American Girl: Josefina When: 02/17/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 7-12 Registration is required and begins on 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. Learn about the time period and culture of an American Girl through extension activities, discussion, crafts, and a snack! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join […]
Have Book, Will Travel – February 2024
Have Book, Will Travel – February 2024
What: Have Book, Will Travel Book Club - January 2024 When: 2/17/24 @ 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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,
Fiction Quest!
Fiction Quest!
What: Fiction Quest! When: 02/20/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. If you're a fan of genre fiction - such as fantasy, sci-fi, or horror - this book club's for you! Every month will feature a new book in a different genre. This […]
8 events,
Preschool Storytime: Surprise
Preschool Storytime: Surprise
What: Preschool Storytime: Surprise When: 02/21/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for surprise stories and a craft! Group visits by appointment only.
Bookmobile Book Club
Bookmobile Book Club
Bookmobile Book Club is rescheduled for February 21 What: Bookmobile Book Club: hosted at the McAuley Senior Center When: 10am-11am, Wednesday, February 21 Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: Adults Registration Required GCLers Greg and James host the first iteration of the Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center. The official […]
6 events,
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. […]
Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Belarus
Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Belarus
What: Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Belarus When: 02/22/2024 | 10 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Registration is required and will begin on 1/15 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 […]
5 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 02/23/2024 | 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.
Homeschool Page Turners
Homeschool Page Turners
What: Homeschool Page Turners When: 02/23/2024 | 11 AM ***THIS PROGRAM WAS MOVED FROM 2/6/2024*** Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 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 […]
4 events,
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, 4st Saturday of each month 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 […]
Lego Club
Lego Club
What: Lego Club When: 02/24/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 10 & under Registration is required and begins 1/15 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 […]
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 […]
Lego Club
Lego Club
What: Lego Club When: 02/25/2024 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 11-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 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, […]
4 events,
School of Rock (Band)
School of Rock (Band)
What: School of Rock (Band) When: 02/26/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 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, […]
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
What: Scribes Fiction Writing Club When: 02/26/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 10-12 Registration is required and begins 1/15 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 learn about different aspects […]
3 events,
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 02/27/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 1/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online […]
8 events,
Preschool Storytime: Manners
Preschool Storytime: Manners
What: Preschool Storytime: Manners When: 02/28/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about manners! Group visits by appointment only.
Drop-In Activity: Space Food
Drop-In Activity: Space Food
What: Drop-In Activity: Space Food When: 02/28/2024 | 4-5 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Drop in the children's department between 4 and 5 to make an imaginative contraption from whimsical materials for keeping and serving astronaut food in zero gravity. This program is sponsored by the Public Library Innovation Exchange […]
6 events,
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. […]
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, […]
5 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 03/01/2024 | 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.
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 […]
Take and Make Craft: Love Bugs
Take and Make Craft: Love Bugs
Preschool Storytime: Manners