Aug 20 2025 Wed PCLS Board of Trustees Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Atkins Centennial Library Aug 20 2025 Wed PCLS Board of Trustees Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Atkins Centennial Library Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Freida Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults (18+) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Aug 22 2025 Fri Freida Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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.
Aug 28 2025 Thu LATE OPENING AT NOON 8:30am–12:00pm All Branches Closing Aug 28 2025 Thu Closing LATE OPENING AT NOON 8:30am–12:00pm 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.
Aug 30 2025 Sat CLOSED 8:30am–5:30pm All Branches Closing Aug 30 2025 Sat Closing CLOSED 8:30am–5:30pm 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.
Aug 31 2025 Sun CLOSED 8:30am–5:30pm All Branches Closing Aug 31 2025 Sun Closing CLOSED 8:30am–5:30pm 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.
Sep 1 2025 Mon CLOSED 8:30am–5:30pm All Branches Closing Sep 1 2025 Mon Closing CLOSED 8:30am–5:30pm 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 Sep 2 2025 Tue Afterschool Story Time 4:15pm–5:15pm Elementary (6-11 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Afterschool Story Time 4:15pm–5:15pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 4 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group Sep 4 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 4 2025 Thu E-Sports League 4:15pm–5:15pm Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group Sep 4 2025 Thu E-Sports League 4:15pm–5:15pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 5 2025 Fri Bingo 4:00pm–5:00pm All Ages Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 5 2025 Fri Bingo 4:00pm–5:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 8 2025 Mon Storytime and Special Guest (The Blue Crayon) 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool (0-5 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group Sep 8 2025 Mon Storytime and Special Guest (The Blue Crayon) 1:00pm–2:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 8 2025 Mon Dice Adventures 3:30pm–5:00pm Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group Sep 8 2025 Mon Dice Adventures 3:30pm–5:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 9 2025 Tue STEAM Club - Homeschool 2:00pm–3:30pm Tween (9-12 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Sep 9 2025 Tue STEAM Club - Homeschool 2:00pm–3:30pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 9 2025 Tue STEAM Club 4:15pm–5:15pm Tween (9-12 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Sep 9 2025 Tue STEAM Club 4:15pm–5:15pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 10 2025 Wed Coffee and Bingo 10:00am–11:00am Adults (18+) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Sep 10 2025 Wed Coffee and Bingo 10:00am–11:00am Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 11 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 11 2025 Thu Diamond Art 4:15pm–5:15pm Teen (13-19) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Diamond Art 4:15pm–5:15pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 12 2025 Fri Movie and Popcorn 4:15pm–5:30pm All Ages Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 12 2025 Fri Movie and Popcorn 4:15pm–5:30pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 13 2025 Sat Guest Speaker: Dr. Bob Crossman 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults (18+) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Sep 13 2025 Sat Guest Speaker: Dr. Bob Crossman 1:00pm–2:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 15 2025 Mon Sensory Hour 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group Sep 15 2025 Mon Sensory Hour 10:00am–11:00am Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 15 2025 Mon Explore Robotics 1:00pm–2:00pm Elementary (6-11 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group Sep 15 2025 Mon Explore Robotics 1:00pm–2:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 15 2025 Mon Crafternoon 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 15 2025 Mon Crafternoon 2:00pm–3:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 16 2025 Tue Robotics Club - Homeschool 2:00pm–3:00pm Tween (9-12 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Robotics Club - Homeschool 2:00pm–3:00pm Atkins Centennial Library 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 Sep 16 2025 Tue Robotics Club 4:15pm–5:15pm Tween (9-12 years) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Sep 16 2025 Tue Robotics Club 4:15pm–5:15pm Atkins Centennial Library 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.