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This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

E-Sports League

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: E-Sports

From Super Mario to Super Smash Brothers, our E-Sports programs offer gamers a chance to compete in a safe space.

Disclaimer(s)

E-Sports

Please be advised of the following expectations and responsibilities for participants and their parents or guardians:

  • Supervision Requirement: A parent or guardian must be present for any child under the age of 11 while they are on the premises.
  • Misconduct Policy: In the event of any misconduct, we reserve the right to contact the child’s parent or guardian for resolution.
  • Liability for Damages: Parents or guardians will be held financially responsible for any damage to games or equipment resulting from repeated horseplay.
This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen/Tween Origami

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come try your hand at origami, the Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Puzzle Club

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Stop by any time after 2:00 pm to participate in our puzzle club, held the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen B.A.S.E.

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
YA Corner at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Movie
Event Details:

We will be celebrating the upcoming end of the school year and the return of Summer Break with a special "Relaxation Station". Join other teens for a movie, snacks, and a fun craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Pope County Genealogy Group: AI and Genealogy with Scott Lee

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Genealogy Department at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker, Genealogy and Arkansas History
Event Details:

Scott Lee from the Arkansas Genealogical Society will join the Pope County Genealogy Group to speak about AI and it's uses in the field of Genealogy.

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Local Author T.L. Simpson Will be Here!

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker, Special Event
Event Details:

T.L. Simpson is an award-winning journalist living in Pope County, Arkansas. His fiction draws from his experiences growing up in the Ozarks and covering both sports and crime for the local newspaper.

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen B.A.S.E.

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
YA Corner at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Just for Teens, our programs hit all the bases from crafts to robotics, games, and life skills.  Our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meets quartely in the YA corner of the Pope County Library in Russellville.  TAB members offer ideas for improvements to teen services.

Join us in the YA Corner for our monthly Game Night! This month will be Trivia Night with bad prizes! Pizza will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

CLOSED

All Day
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite

CLOSED

All Day
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Description:

The Pope County Library System is closed for Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Puzzle Club

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

T.L. Simpson Author Talk - Cope Field

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker, Genealogy and Arkansas History, Special Event
Event Details:

Celebrated local author T.L. Simpson will join us in the River Valley Arts Center at pARTy in the Park for a reading from his new novel, Cope Field, which is receiving strong reviews:

This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children (6-11 years)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Around the World learning about Artists

06/02/2025 @ 8:30am to 06/30/2025 @ 5:30pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

This is a drop-in program.  Stop by any time within the specified hours to participate.

Explore the world as we take a journey to a different country and learn about a famous artist every week. Then you will complete a craft, puzzle, scavenger hunt or other activity to earn a stamp in your passport.

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen/Tween Origami

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come try your hand at origami, the Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Puzzle Club

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Cellphone Photography Tips

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

 Learn to pose like a pro, and use available light and props for better pictures anywhere, anytime, with your cell phone! Benita Drew with Benita's Photography will be here to give us tips on how to capture the best photos using your cel

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Puzzle Club

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

CLOSED

All Day 7/4 - 7/5
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Description:

The Pope County Library System is closed for Independence Day Weekend.

This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen/Tween Origami

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come try your hand at origami, the Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Puzzle Club

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Puzzle Club

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

Unattended Minors (ages 12-19)

While children 12 years and older may use the library unattended, they are required to adhere to library rules and expectations of acceptable behavior.  Disruptive juveniles may be asked to disperse at the librarian’s discretion. Any minor unable to travel alone must be picked up prior to closing.

 

This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen Advisory Board-Quarterly meeting!

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
YA Corner at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Event Details:

 It's time for our quarterly meeting of the Teen Advisory Board! Join us for an evening of discussion about how YOU want the Pope County Library Teen Programs to look like.

CLOSED

All Day
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Offsite
Description:

The Pope County Library System is closed for Labor Day.

This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen/Tween Origami

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come try your hand at origami, the Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.
 

 

This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group.

Teen/Tween Origami

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come try your hand at origami, the Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Unattended Children (ages 0-11)


Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible party and shall be adequately supervised by such responsible parent or caregiver at all times for the sake of their own well-being.