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Summer Solstice Celebration with Emergent Arts
Garland County Library 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot SpringsBanana Splits Book Club: Song for a Whale
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Take-and-Make Craft: Jellyfish Windsocks
Take-and-Make Craft: Jellyfish Windsocks
Stop by the children’s department all summer to grab a free take home craft. This month's craft is jellyfish windsocks! Ages 12 and under
Take and Bake: Oreo Cake Pops
Take and Bake: Oreo Cake Pops
Stop by and pick up a kit to make yummy Oreo Cake Pops! Ages 6-18. One kit per family. Kits will be available for pickup on June 20th. Registration is required and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. Group visits by appointment only.
Lego Club
Lego Club
Join us for LEGO fun, snacks, and prizes! Ages 3-14. 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.
Anti-Racist Storytime
Anti-Racist Storytime
It is never too early to start teaching kids about diversity and how anti-racism starts with us. Join Ms. Faith for anti-racism storytime and how we can all learn to make a difference and see and support those around us! Ages 10 and under. Registration is required for this program and will begin on May […]
(In-Person) Bingo for Books
(In-Person) Bingo for Books
The library hosts its long-running, popular Bingo program in the auditorium every month on the 3rd Monday at 1 P.M. Prizes include various gift cards to restaurants and grocery stores, as well as some gift certificates to the library's Book Sale Room. All prizes for this program are sponsored by the Friends of the Garland […]
Summer Solstice Celebration with Emergent Arts
Summer Solstice Celebration with Emergent Arts
The next installment of our series with Emergent Arts celebrates the summer solstice! Ages 7-14. 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.
Sea Stars: Mary Anning
Sea Stars: Mary Anning
Join 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
Dungeons and Dragons at Sea
D&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) Perceptions of Color #10: PRIDE
(V) Perceptions of Color #10: PRIDE
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. June […]
Giant Coloring Pages
Giant Coloring Pages
Come in and color some giant pictures with us! Ages 18 and under. All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
Fairy Garden- Houses (Part 1)
Fairy Garden- Houses (Part 1)
Come make your very own house for your fairy garden! This is a two-part class--on June 29th you'll return for part 2 to decorate your house and make some small decorations to go with it! By signing up for part 1, you are automatically signed up for part 2! Please make sure you can attend […]
Banana Splits Book Club: Song for a Whale
Banana Splits Book Club: Song for a Whale
Ages 8-13 only! Registration is required and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. Book: Song for a Whale by Lynne Kelly Please stop by the library to pick up your copy! Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you register online for this program you […]
Kinder Songs Concert
Kinder Songs Concert
Join us for a fun children's concert from Arkansas musicians Brian and Terri Kinder! Ages 10 and under. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. All programs are subject to change. Group visits by appointment only.
Ocean Explorers: Coral Reefs
Ocean Explorers: Coral Reefs
Hop 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.
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
Come play board games with us! Ages 10-18. 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.
Breathwork Storytime
Breathwork Storytime
Join in for this interactive story about the ocean. We take deep breaths, hold, and slowly release as we follow along and imagine an ocean adventure. A playful way to incorporate breathing techniques and literacy. Appropriate for ages 8 and under. Registration is required is and will begin on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. Please […]
Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!)
Drop-In Crafternoon (for Adults!)
Join us for a free-for-all craft program hosted by Ashley and Aubrey! Adults 18+ are welcome to drop in anytime between 1:30-3:30 on the first and third Friday of each month in Room D. Craft materials are provided, but feel free to bring extra supplies to share with the group! Upcoming themes and dates include […]
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 May 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 restart […]
National Park Photography Club Reception
National Park Photography Club Reception
This free reception is open to the public from 2-4 P.M. on Saturday, June 25th. Images created by the National Park Photography Club members will be on display at the library throughout June and July. This year, the NPPC will also be displaying a few images from our Youth Showcase entrants. These are local high […]