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PCLS Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Freida Book Club

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us as we dive into Frieda McFadden Book "The Tenant" and enjoy some refreshments.

LATE OPENING AT NOON

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 8:30am - 12:00pm
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:

All Pope County Library System branches will be closed this morning. 

Atkins, Dover, and Russellville will reopen at noon.  Hector will open at their regular Thursday time at 1:00 pm.

CLOSED

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 8:30am - 5:30pm
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 Labor Day weekend.

CLOSED

Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 8:30am - 5:30pm
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 Labor Day weekend.

CLOSED

Monday, September 1, 2025 at 8:30am - 5:30pm
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 Labor Day weekend.

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

Afterschool Story Time

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: 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.
 

 

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

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Program Type: 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.
 

 

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

E-Sports League

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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
Event Details:

From Super Mario Party 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 "All Ages" group

Bingo

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games

Share community and challenge your memory and concentration skills with Bingo at the library!

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

Storytime and Special Guest (The Blue Crayon)

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

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

A special guest will be visiting us for story time. Join us in welcoming "The Blue Crayon" from the popular children's books by Drew Daywalt. We are encouraging everyone to come wearing blue.

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

Dice Adventures

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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: Games
Event Details:

Put your luck and skills to the test in these dice based story adventures.

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 "Tween (9-12 years)" group

STEAM Club - Homeschool

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: Homeschool, STEM
Event Details:

STEAM activities require problem solving, fine motor skills, and creativity.  Are you up to the challenge?

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 "Tween (9-12 years)" group

STEAM Club

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

STEAM activities require problem solving, fine motor skills, and creativity.  Are you up to the challenge?

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Coffee and Bingo

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Share community and challenge your memory and concentration skills with Bingo at the library!

Ready to say Bingo and win some prizes?

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

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Program Type: 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.
 

 

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

Diamond Art

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come make your very own diamond art coaster.

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 "All Ages" group

Movie and Popcorn

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a free movie event! Popcorn provided.

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Guest Speaker: Dr. Bob Crossman

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker
Event Details:

Join us in welcoming Dr. Bob Crossman. He will be speaking about the history of Atkins. Dr. Crossman will have signed copies of his books.

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

Sensory Hour

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a quiet sensory hour.

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 "Elementary (6-11 years)" group

Explore Robotics

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

WE HAVE ROBOTS! Build robots or use coding to direct Ozobots or Ollies at our monthly robotics sessions.

Come explore robotics and do some robot themed activities with us.

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 "All Ages" group

Crafternoon

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Our All Ages programs are open for everyone.  Attend on your own or bring a friend or family member along.  We'll be glad to see you!

Come join us for Crafternoon, where you can learn new crafting skills or bring your own craft project and chill with us while working on your project.

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 "Tween (9-12 years)" group

Robotics Club - Homeschool

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

WE HAVE ROBOTS! Build robots or use coding to direct Ozobots or Ollies at our monthly robotics sessions.

Come learn how to build/program robots.

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 "Tween (9-12 years)" group

Robotics Club

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

WE HAVE ROBOTS! Build robots or use coding to direct Ozobots or Ollies at our monthly robotics sessions.

Come learn how to build/program robots.

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.