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 […]

What: Ashtanga Yoga with Amanda When: Mondays @ 9AM, 4/15 thru 5/20 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class, and new participants can join at any time during this 6-week course. Certified Ashtanga Yoga & Restorative Yoga Instructor Amanda Mitchell of The Local Art Entity leads this 6-week course. Originated […]

What: Travel the States with Tori: Arizona When: 05/13/2023 | 2 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 6-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Attention homeschoolers: Come learn about one of the 50 states--this month we're exploring Arizona! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.

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.

What: Magic Tree House Book Club When: 05/13/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 5-9 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. May’s book is Magic Tree House #32: To the Future, Ben Franklin! This time, the magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to Philadelphia in 1787 as they try […]

To raise funds for GCL+, the Library's expansion and remodel project, GCL staff are hosting a Bake Sale Fundraiser! Come pick up some fresh baked goodies, learn about the remodel, and DONATE!

What: Disney Lorcana Play & Trade Meetup When: 5/14/24 @ 3-5pm Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ Registration is not required. Players and collectors Disney Lorcana are welcome to bring their collections and decks to trade and play with others.

What: D&DIY: Gelatinous Cube Soap with Dice When: 05/14/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Mr. Brett for a hands-on craft with a Dungeons & Dragons twist! This time, we'll make sure you're nice and fresh for your next session with […]

What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop When: Tuesday, 05/14/22 @ 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 […]

What: Beginning Tai Chi for Health... in the Garden! When: Wednesdays @ 9:30am from 5/8 thru 5/29 Where: In-Person Who: Ages 18+ No registration This is a pop-in class in the library's Community Garden, and new participants can join at any time during this 4-week course. In this Beginning Tai Chi for Health program, instructor […]

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 […]

What: Preschool Storytime: Fruit When: 05/15/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 3-5 Join us for stories and a craft all about fruit! Group visits by appointment only.

What: Bookmobile Service Visit at Mt. Carmel Community at The Village When: 12:30 PM-2:30 PM, 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, stops by for service visits at Mt. Carmel Community at The Village from 12:30 PM […]

What: Fantasy Book Club When: 05/15/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 8-12 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join Ms. Chanan to read and discuss a fantasy book and have book-themed snacks and crafts! May’s book is Elf Dog & Owl Head, a 2024 Newbery Honor Book.  Clay has […]

What: Board Game Club When: 05/15/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Come play board games with us! If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.  Group visits by appointment only.

What: Board Game Club: When: 05/15/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: Ages 13-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. During the regular monthly Board Game Club, Mr. Brett will be running a new game each month. This month's game is Betrayal at Baldur's Gate.  If registration is full, call […]

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. […]

What: Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Peru When: 05/16/2024 | 10 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: 14-18 Registration is required and will begin on 4/15 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 […]

What: Family Yoga When: 05/16/2024 | 10:30 AM Where: Garland County Library Who: Kids ages 18 months-4 years + a caregiver Come do with family yoga with teach Karen Reeves of The Yoga Place. Classes begin at 10:30am and will last 30-40 minutes.

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, […]

What: Bookmobile Service Visit at the Fountain Lake Dollar General When: 2:30 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 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM on every first and third […]

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!

What: Amazing Makers When: 05/16/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Who: 7-12 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Children ages 7-12 are invited to join us as we learn about the work of an amazing creator or artist. Participants will also create their own work of art. This month's artist […]

What: Cookie Club: Marshmallow and PB No-Bake Cookies When: 05/16/2024 | 5:30 PM Where: Virtual-Zoom Who: Ages 12-18 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. Join us for this brand new cooking program!  Learn how to make a delicious cookie (a different one every month)! The cookie this month is: Marshmallow Peanut Butter Cookies!  […]

What: Mah Jongg for Beginners When: Fridays @ 9:30am thru the end of August Where: Library Who: Ages 18+ Hop in and learn to play American Mah Jongg by the NMJL (National Mah Jongg League) Rules! Instructor Cindy Phelps has taught over 250 beginners to play American Mah Jongg. Lessons starting May 10th & 11th […]

What: Toddler Time When: 05/17/2024 | 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.

What: Banana Splits Book Club When: 05/17/2024 | 4:30 PM Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room Who: Ages 8-12 Registration is required and begins 4/15 at 9:00 a.m. This month's book: The Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served. *If […]

What: Bookmobile Service Visit during the Food for Though Program When: 10 AM - 11:30 AM, May 18 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 Saturday, May 18. […]

What: Have Book, Will Travel Book Club - May 2024 When: 5/18/24 @ 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 […]