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SRP Registration--RUSSELLVILLE

05/01/2025 @ 8:30am–07/11/2025 @ 5:30pm
All Ages
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: SRP Registration Landing--RSVL
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required

Welcome to the online registration form for our Summer Reading Program (if you prefer a paper registration form, please request one at our Circulation Desk).  By signing up through this online option, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our attached statements regarding Photography and Email Subscriptions.  Only parents or guardians are allowed to register those 17 and under.

We look forward to Coloring Our World with you this Summer!

Disclaimer(s)

Email Subscription

By providing my email address, I agree to joining the Pope County Library System email list (currently maintained through Constant Contact).  Emails sent through the Constant Contact platform contain an unsubscribe option for those who wish to opt out.

SRP Parent/Guardian permission statement

By signing up through this online registration form, I agree to the following: "As a parent/guardian, I give permission for my child to take part in the Pope County Library System 2025 Summer Reading Program and all activities offered."

Photography

As the Pope County Library System (PCLS) is a public space, we do take and sometimes publish photographic images and videos of patrons taking part in library programs.  Photographs of adults may be published online, on social media, and/or in print.  For your child's safety, any image that contains a child's face may be used in print advertising only.  

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

Join the Pope County Genealogy Group in welcoming Russell Baker from the Arkansas Genealogical Society. He will be giving His talk The Blue and the Grey: Researching Your Civil War Ancestors. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Game Night

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family, Games

Bring your crew and enjoy some quality family time 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 "All Ages" group

Summer Cinema Series

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Lobby (RSVL)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Bring your favorite stuffy and a cozy blanket and join us for Family Night with a  movie with popcorn for week two of our Summer Cinema Series with a Color Our World theme:

Christopher Robin

This event is in the "All Ages" group

PBS Read to Succeed

10:00am–11:00pm
All Ages
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family, Special Event, Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this free reading event, which is open to the public and will include a meal and story time featuring the book “Potato Pants,” followed by a discussion and activity.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

As the Pope County Library System (PCLS) is a public space, we do take and sometimes publish photographic images and videos of patrons taking part in library programs.  Photographs of adults may be published online, on social media, and/or in print.  For your child's safety, any image that contains a child's face may be used in print advertising only.  

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 "Children (6-11 years)" group

Color Our World: Kids!

10:00am–11:00am
Children (6-11 years)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Help us "Color Our World" with themed activities for kids aged 6-11! This week we will make photo collages. 

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

Basic Computer Skills: Email

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Computer Stations
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using your email. 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology
Event Details:

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

Stop by for individual tutoring focused on reading safety manuals for heavy machinery and preparation for written certification tests.

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

Color Our World: Kids!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children (6-11 years)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Help us "Color Our World" with themed activities for kids aged 6-11! This week we will make photo collages. 

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

Summer Reading Preschool Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Our usual storytime fun, with a Summer Reading Theme! This week we will make photo collages. 

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 "Adults (18+)" group
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology
Event Details:

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

Stop by for individual tutoring focused on reading safety manuals for heavy machinery and preparation for written certification tests.

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

Whodunit Mystery for Adults!

3:00pm–5:15pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Lobby (RSVL)
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Clue Inspired Murder Mystery for Adults! This is a come and go event, which means you can drop in and participate between 3pm and 5:15pm! 

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

Community Quilters Meetup

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

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

Join other adult quilters in this come and go sewical meet up. 

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

Summer Reading Preschool Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program
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.

Our usual storytime fun, with a Summer Reading Theme! This week we will make photo collages. 

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 "Adults (18+)" group
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology
Event Details:

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

Stop by for individual tutoring focused on reading safety manuals for heavy machinery and preparation for written certification tests.

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

Colorizing Black and White Photography

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tween (9-12 years)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Event Details:

Tweens will be using watercolors, paint, colored pencils, or markers to add depth and color to black and white photos. We will have photos on hand for them to work on, or they may submit their own. 

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 "Adults (18+)" group

The Photography of Tim Ernst

5:30pm–6:15pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Genealogy and Arkansas History
Event Details:

Explore the gorgeous vistas of Arkansas with our speakers Leslie and Morgan through the books of Tim Ernst. He highlights some of the most beautiful places in our state through his many photography and hiking books. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Summer Cinema Series

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Lobby (RSVL)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a family friendly movie and popcorn, week 3 of our Summer Cinema Series: 

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

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 "Children (6-11 years)" group

Color Our World: Kids!

10:00am–11:00am
Children (6-11 years)
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us "Color Our World" with themed activities for kids aged 6-11!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Note

As long as seats are still available, registration will remain open until this event begins.

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 "Adults (18+)" group
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Job Skills/Technology
Event Details:

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

Stop by for individual tutoring focused on reading safety manuals for heavy machinery and preparation for written certification tests.

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

Color Our World: Kids!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children (6-11 years)
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Children (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us "Color Our World" with themed activities for kids aged 6-11! This week, we will be creating with air dry clay.

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 "Adults (18+)" group

Community Noon Book Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The monthly daytime Book Club is happy to welcome more readers!  For information, please see Kevin Massey at our Interlibrary Loan desk or ask at Circulation.