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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–06/30/2025 @ 5:30pm
Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Dover Public Library
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

E-Sports League

1:00pm–4:00pm
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: E-Sports, Games

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.

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

Photo Scavenger Hunt

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

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

Teens and adults are invited to join us for a photo scavenger hunt at the Atkins Library.

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

2:00pm–5:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Hector Public Library
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 B.A.S.E. Photography Scavenger Hunt

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: 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.

Teens will participate in an online scavenger hunt using the app Goose Chase.  Prizes will be awarded.

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

Cell Phone Photography Workshop

10:30am–12:30pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Hate the way you look in pictures? Learn to pose like a pro and use available light props for better pictures anywhere, anytime, with your cell phone, during this Color Our World Photography Workshop!

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

Craft: Boba Tea Rings

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Come learn how to make Boba Tea Key Rings!

 

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

Junk Journaling

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

What is junk journaling? It is a type of art journaling that involves creating personalized journals using recycled and found materials. All materials 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.

 

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

E-Sports League

1:00pm–4:00pm
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: E-Sports, Games

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.

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

Dream Home Design

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Come join our YA department in designing your dream home! You can either design a floor plan on graph paper or create a 3D model.

CLOSED

All Day 7/4–7/5
All Branches
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 "Teen (13-19)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Create a Novella

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Teens and Adults are invited to create a novella, or short story, with us.

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

Teen/Tween Origami

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Dover Public Library
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

E-Sports League

1:00pm–4:00pm
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: E-Sports, Games

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.

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

2:00pm–5:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Hector Public Library
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

Tell Your Own Story

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Write your own story with help from the writing games and guides available in our YA department.

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

Craft Group: Mug Rugs

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, 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.

Come learn how to weave mug rugs on a cardboard loom with our instructor, Morgan!

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

Book Impersonations

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Teens and adults are invited to come do book impersonations with us.

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

Tea Party with Children's Author Carol Dabney

11:00am–12:00pm
Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Dover Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Special Event, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who doesn't love a Tea Party?!?! Come have a Tea Party with us and Children's Author and Illustrator Ms. Carol Dabney.  Ms. Carol will teach us a new song plus share with us one of her children's books.  Dressing up is optional.

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

1:00pm–4:00pm
Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)
Program Type: E-Sports, Games

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.

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

Immigration and Genealogy Research: What to look for and where to find it

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
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:

This presentation is about how immigration and the laws that surround it have changed over the years. We start with the passing of the United States first law in 1795 and end with the 2 % rule in 1927.

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

Music and Lyrics with Some Guy Named Robb

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker, Special Event, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Some Guy Named Robb is visiting the library to discuss his writing process and share some of his songs.

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

Diamond Paint Coasters

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

You are invited to come learn how to make diamond painted coasters with us.

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

Escape Room

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

You're invited to try our escape room challenge.

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.