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September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!  Register for a Pope County library card and open the door to Endless Possibilities--check out everything from books and DVDs to items from our Library of Things.  Access our free computers and digital resources such as e-books, e-zines, audio books, and an expansive list of databases.  Sign up today!

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HC Teen Art

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Heritage Hall at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Our Outreach Department and programming staff work together to provide weekly programs on Tuesdays (K-8) and Thursdays (Teens) for Homeschool families.

Parents with children ages 5 and under are invited to attend Tuesday Storytime in the Children's Department at 10:00 am.

Join the Homeschool Teens for a weekly Arts and Crafts class!

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.

 

HC Teen Social Hour

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Admin/Outreach Meeting Room at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Teen (13-19)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Admin/Outreach Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Come chill at our Homeschool Hangout!

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.

 

Robotics

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years)
Library Branch: Dover Public 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.

This month we will be racing 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.
 

 

E-Sports League

Thursday, September 18, 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 to Super Smash Brothers, our E-Sports programs offer gamers a chance to compete in a safe space.

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.

Pope County Genealogy Group: Historic Germany with Dr. Peter Dykema

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

Our Genealogy and Arkansas History department offers opportunities to learn about local history, research your family roots, and hear from Arkansas authors and experts.

Where is Germany?  Who are the Germans?

TAB: Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, September 18, 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: Arts and Crafts, Games, Life Skills
Event Details:

Do you want to help influence future teen programs and books? Do you love spending time at the library? We want to hear from you--join TAB today!

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.

 

All Ages: Bingo

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

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

Join us for a fun game Bingo with prizes! 

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.

 

Freida Book Club

Friday, September 19, 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 a Frieda McFadden Book and enjoy some refreshments.

Family Game Night

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Department at Pope County Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family, Games
Event Details:

Bring your crew and enjoy some quality family time at the library!

Join us for scavenger hunts, Jeopardy, and more!

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.

 

Kid's Craft Workshop

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Department at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Sign up for a library card (or bring the one you already have), and make a keychain to help keep track of your card!

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.
 

 

Butterfield Day

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Offsite
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Genealogy and Arkansas History
Event Details:

While you are taking in Butterfield Day, come see the Genealogy Department doing oral history interviews for the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Storytime

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), 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.
 

 

Basic Computer Skills: Cyber Security

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Computer Stations at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Computer Stations
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn the basics of how to keep yourself protected while navigating the internet. (Registration is limited to 2 seats per session.)

Movie and Popcorn

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group:
Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a free movie event and popcorn! Did you miss our first showing? We will be show an encore presentation.

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.
 

 

Dice Adventures

Monday, September 22, 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.

 

Written Driver's License Test Prep

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Genealogy Department at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology, Life Skills, River Valley Adult Learning Alliance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to earn your driver’s license? We’re here to help!

Bookmobile Storytime

Tuesday, September 23, 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: Arts and Crafts, Family, Storytime, Bookmobile/Outreach
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.

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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.
 

 

Bookmobile Storytime (Hector Branch)

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Bookmobile/Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile/Outreach
Program Type: Storytime, Bookmobile/Outreach
Event Details:

Duplicate entry so event will also show on Bookmobile Branch list.

HC Homegrown and Happy

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Heritage Hall at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Elementary (6-11 years)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Our Outreach Department and programming staff work together to provide weekly programs on Tuesdays (K-8) and Thursdays (Teens) for Homeschool families.

Parents with children ages 5 and under are invited to attend Tuesday Storytime in the Children's Department at 10:00 am.

Especially for Elementary Kids, our September theme is HOMEGROWN HEROES.

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.
 

 

HC Tweens

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
YA Corner at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Our Outreach Department and programming staff work together to provide weekly programs on Tuesdays (K-8) and Thursdays (Teens) for Homeschool families.

Parents with children ages 5 and under are invited to attend Tuesday Storytime in the Children's Department at 10:00 am.

This month is all about card games, especially our new Reading Dragons and Friends card game, where your time spent reading books can earn cards. 

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.
 

 

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Department at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Preschool (0-5 years)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, 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.

HC Chess Club

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Heritage Hall at Pope County Library
Age Group:
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

HC Chess Club is designed for Homeschoolers ages 8--19.  Come test your powers of logic and strategy!

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.

 

LEGO Club

Tuesday, September 23, 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: Homeschool, STEM

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.

 

All Ages Boards and Games

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dover Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your crew and enjoy some quality family time at the library!

Join us to play some tabletop and board games! We provide games and encourage you to bring your own! 

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.