Event List

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This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group

Bookmobile Storytime

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Family, Storytime

Join the fun as we build literacy, motor skills, and community through rhymes, songs, books, and hands-on activities for children and their parents.

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 "Preschool (0-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group

Lego Playtime

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Games

Playing with LEGOs builds problem solving and fine motor skills as well as creativity, concentration, and perseverance.  LEGO play can also reduce anxiety and stress--plus it just plain fun!

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
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Bookmobile/Outreach, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Bookmobile/Outreach, Offsite
Description:

The Pope County Library System is closed for Veteran's Day.

This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group

Lego Playtime

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Games

Playing with LEGOs builds problem solving and fine motor skills as well as creativity, concentration, and perseverance.  LEGO play can also reduce anxiety and stress--plus it just plain fun!

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 11/27 - 11/29
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Bookmobile/Outreach, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Bookmobile/Outreach, Offsite
Description:

The Pope County Library System is closed for Thanksgiving Weekend.

This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group

Lego Playtime

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Games

Playing with LEGOs builds problem solving and fine motor skills as well as creativity, concentration, and perseverance.  LEGO play can also reduce anxiety and stress--plus it just plain fun!

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 "Preschool (0-5 years)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group

Lego Playtime

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hector Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Games

Playing with LEGOs builds problem solving and fine motor skills as well as creativity, concentration, and perseverance.  LEGO play can also reduce anxiety and stress--plus it just plain fun!

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 12/24 - 12/25
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Bookmobile/Outreach, Offsite
Closing
Branches:
Pope County Library, Atkins Centennial Library, Dover Public Library, Hector Public Library, Bookmobile/Outreach, Offsite
Description:

The Pope County Library System is closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

CLOSED

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

The Pope County Library System is closed for New Year's Day.