Upcoming Events

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

Quilters Sew-cial Circle

9:00am–1:00pm
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 sew-cial meet up. 

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

Coffee and Book Talk

10:00am–11:00am
Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Share a review of a current book you are reading or have read.

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

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: 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.

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

Adult Game Club

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults (18+)
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come join in all the fun we have during our Adult Game Club. We play all sorts of card games; don't worry if you don't know how to play one of them, we have great teachers! 

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

Puzzle Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Hector Public Library
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

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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

Written Driver's License Test Prep

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
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!

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

HC Teen Yearbook Class

10:00am–11:00am
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

HC Teen Yearbook is a school-year long program for Homeschool Teens.

Please see a staff member to register (registration is open through the month of September).

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 "Preschool (0-5 years)" group

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years)
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 "Adults (18+)" group

Adult Craft Club

10:00am–11:30am
Adults (18+)
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Are you working on a craft? Bring it to the library every Thursday starting at 10 am and enjoy fellowship with other crafters.

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

HC Teen Art

11:00am–12:30pm
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
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.

 

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

HC Teen Social Hour

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
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.

 

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

STEM Squad

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tween (9-12 years)
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Tween (9-12 years)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

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

This month we will be building popsicle catapults! 

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

Junk Journaling/scrapbooking

4:15pm–5:15pm
Adults (18+)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Event Details:

Come learn how to make a scrapbook/journal with us.

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

Abandoned Arkansas: Michael Schwarz

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

Michael Schwarz is a documentary filmmaker and co-president of the Abandoned Atlas Foundation, the nonprofit behind Abandoned Arkansas.

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

Teen: Games and Movies

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teen (13-19)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: YA Corner
Age Group: Teen (13-19)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Bingo for Bragging Rights!

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Hector Public Library
Library Branch: Hector Public 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 "Teen (13-19)" group
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group

Teen/Adult D&D

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for our first Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot! Dice and miniatures will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own! 

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

Popcorn and Picture Shows!

6:00pm–8:00pm
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: Movie
Event Details:

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

This month we will be watching "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them"! 

Rating: PG-13

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

Adult Programming Presents: Mystic Middle-Earth

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Games
Event Details:

This is an adults only program themed around the world of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ozark Memories Day

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Genealogy and Arkansas History
Event Details:

Swing by the library tables at Ozark Memories Day!

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

Sensory Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)
Event Details:

Sensory hour is for kids with sensory sensitivity and will include the following:

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

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Dover Public Library
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.
 

 

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

Explore E-Sports

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary (6-11 years)
Atkins Centennial Library
Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: E-Sports
Event Details:

Come see what e-sports is all about. This is also a good opportunity to practice for the upcoming e-sports league.

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

Crafternoon

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
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.