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Book Trail at Garvan Woodland Gardens
What: Book Trail at Garvan Woodland Gardens When: Sunday, Sept. 1st - Monday, Sept. 30th Where: Garvan Woodland Gardens Who: All Ages Garvan Woodland Gardens and the Garland County Library are thrilled to announce their partnership on the much-anticipated Book Trail exhibit featuring the book Gather Round by David Covell, set to delight families from […]
Garland Gamers
Garland Gamers
What: Garland Gamers When: 09/01/2024 | 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.
Teen Take & Make: Butterscotch Haystacks (Pickup begins)
Teen Take & Make: Butterscotch Haystacks (Pickup begins)
What: Teen Take & Make: Butterscotch Haystacks When: 09/01/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Get out your apron and learn how to make tasty butterscotch haystacks at home! Supplies and instructions will be given. Register to reserve your supply kit. One kit per teen. Spots […]
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,
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 […]
6 events,
Zoo Storytime
Zoo Storytime
What: Zoo Storytime When: 09/04/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 10 & under Join us for stories and a craft all about the zoo! Group visits by appointment only.
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 09/04/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
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: 11 AM - 12 PM, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 540 Ponce De Leon Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration New Time: 11 AM - 12 PM Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mt. Carmel Community at The […]
5 events,
D&D Club
D&D Club
What: D&D Club When: 09/05/2024 | 3:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 11-18 Whether you're a Dungeon Master, a player, or both, D&D Club is the place to be! DMs from the Dungeon Master Society will have new adventures prepared every week, and all adventures will take place in a shared world, so your […]
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: Saudi Arabia
Homeschool Geography Club: Saudi Arabia
What: Homeschool Geography Club: Saudi Arabia When: 09/05/24 | 10 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 7-13 Registration is required and begins 8/15 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 that country! If registration […]
4 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 09/06/2024 | 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.
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on Fridays. This is only for play sessions for players who already know how […]
DIY: Cookie Mix
DIY: Cookie Mix
What: DIY: Cookie Mix When: 09/06/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Are you tired of buying box cake mixes? Build your own delicious cake mix bags to go home and bake! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. […]
3 events,
Marbled Bookmarks
Marbled Bookmarks
What: Marbled Bookmarks When: 09/07/24| 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: 7-12 Join Ms. Katie to make marbled bookmarks! Group visits by appointment only.
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: 8 AM - 10 AM, 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 8 AM to 10 AM on […]
4 events,
Poetry Reading with Suzanne Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas
Poetry Reading with Suzanne Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas
What: Poetry Reading with Suzanne Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas When: 9/08/2024 | 3:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 18+ Join us as we welcome the Poet Laureate of Arkansas, Suzanne Rhodes, who will give a poetry reading for adults. In January 2022, Governor Hutchinson appointed her to serve a four-year term as the […]
Poetry Workshop with Suzanne Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas
Poetry Workshop with Suzanne Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas
What: Poetry Workshop with Suzanne Rhodes, Poet Laureate of Arkansas When: 9/8/2024 | 1:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Kids and teens in grades 6-12 Registration required. Join us as we welcome the Poet Laureate of Arkansas, Suzanne Rhodes, for a poetry workshop for kids and teens in grades 6-12. No group visits for […]
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,
Ukulele Club
Ukulele Club
What: Ukulele Club When: Second Monday of every month, 4pm-5:30pm(except November, rescheduled to third Monday) 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 […]
Fiction Writers Café
Fiction Writers Café
What: Fiction Writers Café When: 09/09/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Teens ages 13-18 are invited to enjoy coffee, tea, and sweet treats while we learn about different elements of fiction, write a bit, and maybe share our work. Maybe. If registration […]
4 events,
Baby Steps
Baby Steps
What: Baby Steps When: 09/10/2024 | 8:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages birth to 18 months Baby Steps is a lap-sit program featuring songs, rhymes, and a short board book. All programs are subject to change at any time. Group visits by appointment only.
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 09/10/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop When: Tuesday, 09/10/22 @ 6:00-8:00 P.M. Where: Library Meeting Room D Who: Ages 18+ Registration Recommended 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 of each month to discuss […]
6 events,
Preschool Storytime: Pirates
Preschool Storytime: Pirates
What: Preschool Storytime: Pirates When: 09/11/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about pirates! Group visits by appointment only.
D&D Club
D&D Club
What: D&D Club When: 09/11/2024 | 3:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 11-18 Whether you're a Dungeon Master, a player, or both, D&D Club is the place to be! DMs from the Dungeon Master Society will have new adventures prepared every week, and all adventures will take place in a shared world, so your […]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mountain View Heights When: 12pm-1pm, 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 12pm-1pm on every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Services offered include: […]
7 events,
Canceled Card Game Club
Canceled Card Game Club
What: Card Game Club When: 09/12/2024| 4:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Learn how to play the popular card games Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering (and others) in this beginner-friendly club!
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Visit at the Green Market of Hot Springs Village When: 8AM-10AM, every 2nd and 4th Thursday Where: Grove Park, 1105 De Soto Blvd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Green Market of Hot Springs Village from 8AM-10AM every second and fourth Thursday, June […]
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. […]
4 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 09/13/2024 | 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.
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on Fridays. This is only for play sessions for players who already know how to play. Beginners should text […]
Painting with Jill
Painting with Jill
What: Painting with Jill When: 09/13/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 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 […]
2 events,
Crafturday Club – September 2024 (Landscape Painting)
Crafturday Club – September 2024 (Landscape Painting)
Crafturday Club - September 2024 (Landscape Painting) When: 9/14/24 @ 10:30am Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration is not required. Crafturday Club meets monthly on the second Saturday. Come hang out and make this months craft! Craft materials are provided, though you're welcome to bring your own materials to use. Supplies are available on a […]
4 events,
Batman Day
Batman Day
What: Batman Day When: 09/15/2024 | 1:30-5:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: All ages welcome Bring the whole family to Garland County Library to celebrate all things BATMAN! Batman Day activities will include a costume contest, a Riddler scavenger hunt, and mask making! Come win Batman prizes and meet Batman and one of his […]
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 […]
Polymer Clay Crafts: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
Polymer Clay Crafts: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
What: Polymer Clay Crafts When: 09/15/24| 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 10-18 Registration is required and will begin on 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Adela for a Hispanic Heritage themed polymer clay craft. We will be making small sculptures that represent Hispanic heritage with colors, symbols, animals, or a variety of all […]
4 events,
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 09/16/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
Bingo for Books
Bingo for Books
What: Bingo for Books When: 1st Wednesday & 3rd Monday of every month (rescheduled for holidays) 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 1st Wednesday at 1 P.M. & 3rd Monday at 1 P.M. (Falls on the 4th […]
Travel the States with Tori: Colorado
Travel the States with Tori: Colorado
What: Travel the States with Tori: Colorado When: 09/16/2024 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 6-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Attention kids and teens: Come learn about one of the 50 states--this month we're exploring Colorado! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list. Groups […]
4 events,
D&D Club
D&D Club
What: D&D Club When: 09/17/2024 | 3:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 11-18 Whether you're a Dungeon Master, a player, or both, D&D Club is the place to be! DMs from the Dungeon Master Society will have new adventures prepared every week, and all adventures will take place in a shared world, so your […]
The Fight to Legalize Prizefighting in Arkansas
The Fight to Legalize Prizefighting in Arkansas
What: The Fight to Legalize Prizefighting in Arkansas When: 9/17/24 @ 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. This talk will discuss the decades-long battle […]
Teen Book Club
Teen Book Club
What: Teen Book Club When: 09/17/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by J.K. Rowling Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If you […]
6 events,
Preschool Storytime: Leaves
Preschool Storytime: Leaves
What: Preschool Storytime: Leaves When: 09/18/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about leaves! Group visits by appointment only.
School of Rock (Band)
School of Rock (Band)
What: School of Rock (Band) When: 09/18/2024 | 4:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 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, drums, and vocals, and perform songs from classic rock […]
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: 11 AM - 12 PM, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 540 Ponce De Leon Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration New Time: 11 AM - 12 PM Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mt. Carmel Community at The […]
6 events,
Drop-In Activity: Playdough
Drop-In Activity: Playdough
What: Drop-In Activity: Playdough When: 09/19/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12 & under Come by the library between 4 and 5:00 pm to shape some playdough with friends. First come, first served. Groups by appointment only.
Board Game Club
Board Game Club
What: Board Game Club When: 09/19/2024 | 4 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Come play board games with us! Group visits by appointment only.
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. […]
2 events,
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on Fridays. This is only for play sessions for players who already know how to play. Beginners should text […]
3 events,
Sunshine Store & Cafe [Bookmobile Service]
Sunshine Store & Cafe [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Sunshine Store & Cafe When: 9 AM - 12 PM Where: 3719 Sunshine Rd, Royal, AR 71968 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Sunshine Store & Cafe from 9 AM to 12 PM on Saturday, September 21. Get a library card, learn about GCL's […]
Have Book, Will Travel Book Club – September 2024
Have Book, Will Travel Book Club – September 2024
What: Have Book, Will Travel Book Club – September 2024 When: 9/21/24 @ 11:15 am Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ 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 common interests. […]
3 events,
Dungeon Master Society
Dungeon Master Society
What: Dungeon Master Society When: 09/22/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Dungeon Masters, unite! You can help create a shared fantasy world in which the library's D&D games will take place, and prepare your own distinct stories and encounters to run within that world during D&D Club! All DMs are welcome, […]
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 […]
4 events,
D&D Club
D&D Club
What: D&D Club When: 09/23/2024 | 3:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 11-18 Whether you're a Dungeon Master, a player, or both, D&D Club is the place to be! DMs from the Dungeon Master Society will have new adventures prepared every week, and all adventures will take place in a shared world, so your […]
Mountain Pine USPS Office [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain Pine USPS Office [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Mountain Pine USPS Office When: 2 PM - 3:30 PM, Fourth Monday of each month Where: 240 Main Ave, Mountain Pine, AR 71956 Who: All Ages No Registration New Schedule: 2 PM - 3:30 PM, Fourth Monday of each month through May 2025 Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the […]
Magic Tree House Book Club
Magic Tree House Book Club
What: Magic Tree House Book Club When: 09/23/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 5-9 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month’s book is Magic Tree House #33, Narwhal on a Sunny Night. Jack and Annie travel to Greenland to save a narwhal in danger. Will hunter Leif Erikson […]
3 events,
Storied Legacies: Minoru Yamasaki
Storied Legacies: Minoru Yamasaki
What: Storied Legacies: Minoru Yamasaki When: 09/24/2024 | 12:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 12-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us to learn about a new historic figure each month. Learn about their legacy, eat snacks, and make a craft. If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the […]
Taste Buddies: Chips
Taste Buddies: Chips
What: Taste Buddies: Chips When: 09/24/24 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Come to this month's Taste Buddies to try a variety of different chip flavors! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
5 events,
Preschool Storytime: Mice
Preschool Storytime: Mice
What: Preschool Storytime: Mice When: 09/25/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about mice! Group visits by appointment only.
New Voter Education Program
New Voter Education Program
What: New Voter Education Program When: 09/25/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Library Meeting Room D Who: Ages 14-25 Registration Recommended Featuring special guest Justices of the Peace Esther Dixon (District 3) and Jeremy Brown (District 12), this program will cover some basic aspects of voting, elections, local government, etc. for new voters in 2024 or […]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
Mountain View Heights [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mountain View Heights When: 12pm-1pm, each 2nd and 4th Wednesday Where: 100 Highrise Cir, Hot Springs, AR 71901 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mountain View Heights from 12pm-1pm on every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Available services include: Holds pickup Returns Browsable collection […]
5 events,
Card Game Club
Card Game Club
What: Card Game Club When: 09/26/2024| 4:00 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Learn how to play the popular card games Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering (and others) in this beginner-friendly club!
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
Green Market [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Visit at the Green Market of Hot Springs Village When: 8AM-10AM, every 2nd and 4th Thursday Where: Grove Park, 1105 De Soto Blvd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the Green Market of Hot Springs Village from 8AM-10AM every second and fourth Thursday, June […]
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. […]
5 events,
FOL Annual Book Sale
What: FOL Annual Book Sale When: 9/27, 9 AM-5:30 PM, Members Only & 9/28 9 AM-5 PM, General Public Where: Library Auditorium Who: All Ages FOL membership is required to shop on 9/27. Memberships are available for $5 yearly or $100 per lifetime member. The Friends of the Garland County Library's Annual Book Sale is […]
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
What: Toddler Time When: 09/27/2024 | 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.
Mah Jongg Meetup
Mah Jongg Meetup
What: Mah Jongg Meetup When: Fridays @ 9:30am Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Mah Jongg Meetup is held weekly from 9:30-11:30am on Fridays. This is only for play sessions for players who already know how to play. Beginners should text […]
Page Turners Book Club
Page Turners Book Club
What: Page Turners Book Club When: 09/27/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 13-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. We will meet monthly to discuss our selected book, play games, and eat yummy snacks! This month’s book: Miss Quinces, by Kat Fajardo Some free copies of the book are available […]
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, 4th 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 […]
CANCELLED: L̶e̶g̶o̶ C̶l̶u̶b̶
CANCELLED: L̶e̶g̶o̶ C̶l̶u̶b̶
This event is cancelled. Visit the GCL Halloween Costume Closet in the Multi-Purpose Room instead! What: Lego Club When: 09/28/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 10 & under Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. LEGO Club is back and bigger than ever! Participants will be given […]
3 events,
Afternoon Animals
Afternoon Animals
What: Afternoon Animals When: 09/29/24| 2-3 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 5-10 This month's animal: Bunnies Hop in to Afternoon Animals and learn some cool facts about Bunnies!! We'll also do a craft and have a snack. 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 […]
3 events,
Tasty Treats with Tori
Tasty Treats with Tori
What: Tasty Treats with Tori When: 09/30/2023 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 7-18 Registration is required and begins 8/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Tori for a yummy program where we'll taste test a variety of snacks from ____. If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
Scribes Fiction Writing Club
What: Scribes Fiction Writing Club When: 09/30/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 10-12 Registration is required and begins 8/15 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 […]
5 events,
Scary Story Contest
What: Spooky Story Contest When: 10/01/2024 to 10/27/2024 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 8-12 & 13-18 No registration required Submit an original scary story of 2500 words or less and enter to win! (Prize info TBA). Please label your story with your name, age, school, and phone number. You can drop off your story […]
Take & Make Craft: Mummies
What: Take & Make Craft: Mummies When: 10/01/2024 to 10/31/2024 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 12 & under Grab a craft kit in the children's library with everything to make a marvelous mummy! For ages 12 & under. One kit per child.
Teen Take & Make: Paper Mache Pumpkins (pickup begins)
What: Teen Take & Make: Paper Mache Pumpkins When: 10/01/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and will begin at 9:00 a.m. on September 15th. Get messy and make your own paper mache pumpkins at home! Supplies and instructions will be given. Register to reserve your supply kit. One kit per teen. […]
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
What: Pumpkin Decorating Contest When: 10/1/24 - 10/30/24 Where: Garland County Library Who: Child - Teen - Adult Bring a decorated pumpkin to the library to enter our pumpkin decorating competition and fill out a card with your name, age, and phone number. Your pumpkin will receive a number and be placed in the library […]
Garland County JPs Candidates Forum
Garland County JPs Candidates Forum
What: Garland County JPs Candidates Forum When: Tuesday, October 1st, 6PM Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at Garland County Library Who: Ages 18+ No Registration Doors open to the public for seating at 5:30 PM. Admission is free and open, though seating is limited. The forum begins at 6 PM. […]
7 events,
Preschool Storytime: Ghosts
Preschool Storytime: Ghosts
What: Preschool Storytime: Ghosts When: 10/02/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about ghosts! Group visits by appointment only.
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: 11 AM - 12 PM, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 540 Ponce De Leon Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration New Time: 11 AM - 12 PM Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits Mt. Carmel Community at The […]
McAuley Center [Bookmobile Service]
McAuley Center [Bookmobile Service]
What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the McAuley Senior Center When: 12:30pm-1:30pm, each 1st and 3rd Wednesday Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Who: All Ages No Registration New Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the McAuley Center 12:30pm-1:30pm on every first and third Wednesday of the month. Available services include: […]
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Know It to Grow It: Your Community Garden is Alive and Well!
Know It to Grow It: Your Community Garden is Alive and Well!
What: Know It to Grow It: Your Community Garden is Alive and Well! When: 10/5/24 @ 10am Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at Garland County Library or Garland County Library Who: Ages 18+ No Registration This program is part of the Garland County Master Gardeners' Know It to Grow It series. On Saturday, […]
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 - 12PM, 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 the […]
Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club – October 2024
Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club – October 2024
What: Hot Springs/Cold Blood Book Club - October 2024 When: 10/5/24 @ 11:15am Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ 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 encouraged! There […]
Scary Story Contest
Take & Make Craft: Mummies
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Scary Story Contest
Take & Make Craft: Mummies