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 of storytelling, play storytelling games, and sometimes do a little writing.
No experience is needed, and no one will be required to share their work unless they want to. This is a low-risk creative environment.
If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
What: Fiction Quest!
When: 01/23/2024 | 4:30 PM
Where: Garland County Library
Who: 13-18
Registration is required and begins 12/15 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 month, we’re reading the Fantasy YA hit Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard.
Group visits by appointment only.
What: Amazing Makers
When: 01/18/2024 | 4:30 PM
Where: Garland County Library
Who: 7-12
Registration is required and begins 12/15 at 9:00 a.m.
Children ages 7-12 are invited to join us as we learn about the work of Andy Warhol. Participants will also create their own work of art.
Group visits by appointment only.
What: Banana Splits Book Club
When: 01/24/2024 | 4:30 PM
Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room
Who: Ages 8-12
Registration is required and begins 12/15 at 9:00 a.m.
This month’s book: Honestly, Elliott, by Gillian McDunn
Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served.
*If you register online for this program you are not guaranteed a free book.
If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
What: Teen Homeschool Geography Club: Laos
When: 01/25/2024 | 11 AM
Where: Garland County Library
Who: 14-18
Registration is required and will begin on 12/15 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 is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list!
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 program you are not guaranteed a free book.
If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
What: Teen Book Club
When: 12/19/2023 | 4:30 PM
Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room
Who: Ages 13-18
Registration is required and begins 11/15 at 9:00 a.m.
This month’s book: Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
Some free copies of the book are available to patrons registered. First come, first served.
*If you register online for this program you are not guaranteed a free book.
If registration is full, call 501-623-4161 to join the wait list.
What: Preschool Storytime: Penguins
When: 01/24/2024 | 10:30 AM
Where: Garland County Library Multi-Purpose Room
Who: Ages 3-5
Join us for stories and a craft all about penguins!
Group visits by appointment only.
What: Total Eclipse Preparedness Program
When: 3/12/24 @ 1pm
Where: Hybrid. In-person at Garland County Library or Virtual Livestream at Garland County Library or Garland County Library
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 Master Naturalist and Hot Springs Village Stargazer Jerry Simmons, with assistance from fellow HSV Stargazers Brian Brengle and Jay Williams.
The “Introduction to Astronomy” program schedule includes the following installments:
1. Tue, Aug 1 – The Solar System – How, What, Why, When, and Where
2. Tue, Sep 5 – Constellations – It’s All “Greek” to Me
3. Tue, Oct 3 – Partial Eclipse Preparedness Program (Partial Eclipse is 10/14/23)
4. Tue, Nov 7 – Stars – In the Beginning, and Why We Are All Star Stuff
5. Tue, Dec 5 – Deep Sky Objects – Nebulas, Galaxies, Clusters, and Double Stars
6. Tue, Jan 2 – Planning and Observing – Using Binoculars and Telescopes
7. Tue, Feb 6 – Virtual Astronomy – Using Skymaps and Stellarium
8. Tue, Mar 12 – Total Eclipse Preparedness Program (for the “Big” Eclipse on 4/8/24)
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 Master Naturalist and Hot Springs Village Stargazer Jerry Simmons, with assistance from fellow HSV Stargazers Brian Brengle and Jay Williams.
The “Introduction to Astronomy” program schedule includes the following installments:
1. Tue, Aug 1 – The Solar System – How, What, Why, When, and Where
2. Tue, Sep 5 – Constellations – It’s All “Greek” to Me
3. Tue, Oct 3 – Partial Eclipse Preparedness Program (Partial Eclipse is 10/14/23)
4. Tue, Nov 7 – Stars – In the Beginning, and Why We Are All Star Stuff
5. Tue, Dec 5 – Deep Sky Objects – Nebulas, Galaxies, Clusters, and Double Stars
6. Tue, Jan 2 – Planning and Observing – Using Binoculars and Telescopes
7. Tue, Feb 6 – Virtual Astronomy – Using Skymaps and Stellarium
8. Tue, Mar 12 – Total Eclipse Preparedness Program (for the “Big” Eclipse on 4/8/24)
