What: Musical Art Form Series: No Tears Project
When: 7/21/24 @ 2:30pm
Where: Library Auditorium
Who: 18+
No Registration
The Musical Art Form Series is a collaboration between the Jackson House & Garland County Library. The programs are diverse, showcasing the musical talents of the Central Arkansas musical community including Jazz, Classical, Traditional, Blues, American Pop, and more! Events will feature local musician and emcee Charlie Mink.
July’s program features the award-winning No Tears Project. They are a jazz-inflected collective formed in 2017 and led by Memphis-native vocalist Kelley Hurt, and Arkansas-native pianist Christopher Parker. They are accompanied by Little Rock bassist and music educator Joe Vick.
The Jackson House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the community of Hot Springs for 48 years. They serve an average of 200 free lunches each day and give away 10,000 pounds of groceries each month. Please visit their website at jacksonhouse.org to support their organization.
What: Nighttime Outdoor Illumination – A Better Way
When: Thursday, July 11th @ 6pm
Where: In-Person
Who: Ages 18+
No registration
This program is hosted by the Diamond Lakes Arkansas Master Naturalists. Guest speaker Ned Skoog presents. Ned has a degree in engineering from the University of Arkansas and has 49 years of experience in manufacturing management and process design. He is President of Hot Springs Friends of the Parks, and serves on the boards of the Arkansas Natural Sky Association and Friends of the Ouachita Trail.
The program description says “While it may seem harmless, much of current nighttime outdoor lighting practice has seriously detrimental physiological effects on all life on earth (human, plants, and animal). It furthermore needlessly contributes to excess natural resource depletion and environmental contamination (air, water, and land), presents a safety hazard due to glare, trespasses on the property of others than the owner without permission, and greatly inhibits night sky view. The good news is that readily available best night lighting practices dramatically improve current extensive detrimental effects on life, retain light for actual vision where needed, cost significantly less (up to 50% reduction or more) than current practice, and greatly improve view of the night sky.”
What: Bookmobile Book Club: hosted at the McAuley Senior Center
When: 10am-11am, Friday, January 31
Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
Who: Adults
Registration Required
GCLers Greg and James host the Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center. The official Bookmobile Book Club book for June is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center meets every other month.
Copies will be available during bookmobile stops at the McAuley Center.
Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the McAuley Center from 10am-12pm on every first and third Wednesday each month. Services offered will include:
- Holds pickup
- Returns
- Browsable collection of books, movies, shows and fun stuff
- A couple of GCL staff ready to discuss GCL and available services
What: Bookmobile Book Club: hosted at the McAuley Senior Center
When: 10am-11am, Friday, October 25
Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
Who: Adults
Registration Required
GCLers Greg and James host the Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center. The official Bookmobile Book Club book for June is Snake Eyes by Bitty Martin. This meeting features special guest, Bitty Martin!
Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center meets every other month, and is slated to meet again in January. Stay tuned for 2025’s slate of book club meetings! Copies will be available during bookmobile stops at the McAuley Center.
Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the McAuley Center from 10am-12pm on every first and third Wednesday each month. Services offered will include:
- Holds pickup
- Returns
- Browsable collection of books, movies, shows and fun stuff
- A couple of GCL staff ready to discuss GCL and available services
What: Bookmobile Book Club: hosted at the McAuley Senior Center
When: 10am-11am, Wednesday, August 28
Where: 5010 Hwy 7 North, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
Who: Adults
Registration Required
GCLers Greg and James host the Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center. The official Bookmobile Book Club book for August is East of Eden by John Steinbeck. Bookmobile Book Club at the McAuley Center meets every other month, and is slated to meet again in October and January.
Copies will be available during bookmobile stops at the McAuley Center.
Donna, the GCL Bookmobile, visits the McAuley Center from 10am-12pm on every first and third Wednesday each month. Services offered will include:
- Holds pickup
- Returns
- Browsable collection of books, movies, shows and fun stuff
- A couple of GCL staff ready to discuss GCL and available services
What: AARP Smart Driver Course
When: 6/12/2024 @ 12:30pm – 5pm
Where: In-Person
Who: Ages 18+
Registration Required: Instructor Wayne Roberts, 501-525-0670.
Cost: AARP Member $20.00 and Non Member $25.00. Fee paid to instructor at start of class. Please make a check out to AARP.
This official AARP Smart Driver Course could help you become eligible for a multi-year discount on your auto insurance.* Plus, safer driving can save you more than just money. The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
Additionally, you’ll learn:
-Important facts about the effects of medication on driving.
-How to reduce driver distractions.
-How to maintain the proper following distance behind another car.
-Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes and new technology found in cars today.
-Techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts.
-Age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate.
*Upon completion, you will receive a completion certification and you may be eligible to receive an auto insurance discount. Other restrictions may apply. Consult your agent for details.
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: 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: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
When: Tuesday, 12/10/22 @ 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 craft-related topics and workshop fiction selections submitted by members of the group. No prior experience is necessary. New participants will be guided in the workshop process.
This program is free and open to all fiction-writing adults, from beginners to published authors, who want to sharpen their fiction writing skills and participate in a nurturing artistic community.
Chanan earned her MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts and her BA in Professional & Technical Writing from UALR. She is excited to have the opportunity to work with other Garland County writers.
What: Inkhearts Fiction Writers Workshop
When: Tuesday,11/12/22 @ 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 craft-related topics and workshop fiction selections submitted by members of the group. No prior experience is necessary. New participants will be guided in the workshop process.
This program is free and open to all fiction-writing adults, from beginners to published authors, who want to sharpen their fiction writing skills and participate in a nurturing artistic community.
Chanan earned her MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts and her BA in Professional & Technical Writing from UALR. She is excited to have the opportunity to work with other Garland County writers.
