Upcoming Events

September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

One Card Endless Possibilities Library Card Sign-up Month graphic with yellow hand

This September, the Pope County Library System invites you to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month and discover how a library card can open the door to endless possibilities.  In addition to books, use your Pope County Library card to check out items from our Library of Things--from literacy and science kits to big ticket items like a grill, post hole digger, or telescope.  Your library card also connects you to digital resources such as e-books, e-zines, audio books, and in-library computer access, plus free language learning materials through the Pronunciator app.

Featured Events

Children at storytime

Storytime with Special Guest, the Blue Crayon

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a visit from the Blue Crayon and a reading of Drew Daywalt's The Day the Crayons Quit!

Children at storytime

Storytime and Special Guest (The Blue Crayon)

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 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:

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.

Grade school children listening to adult read a book

Family Storytime featuring special guest Blue Crayon

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hector Public Library
Library Branch: Hector Public Library
Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Family, Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Come meet Blue Crayon and hear a story about him and his crayon friends!

photo of author Rhona Weaver

Author Event: Rhona Weaver

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dover Public Library
Library Branch: Dover Public Library
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker
Event Details:

Join us to welcome Arkansas Author Rhona Weaver in discussing her new book series FBI Yellowstone Adventures!

Children at storytime

Preschool Storytime with Blue Crayon!

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

This week, storytime will be visited by a special guest: Drew Daywalt's "Blue Crayon" will be joining us!

headshot of author Bob Crossman

Guest Speaker: Dr. Bob Crossman

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 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 who will speak about the history of Atkins. Dr. Crossman will have signed copies of his books.

Grade school children listening to adult read a book

Star Readers Book Club

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Heritage Hall at Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Heritage Hall
Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years)
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Book Club, Storytime
Event Details:

This program invites beginning readers (K-2nd grade) to read with the stars! Each month, we will watch a reading by a famous author or actor, and we will discuss it. We will explore literary elements like plot, theme, characters, and setting.

Photo of Eli Cranor on dock holding merle dog

Reel and Read: Mystery--Featuring Eli Cranor

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Genealogy Department at Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker, Book Club, Genealogy and Arkansas History
Event Details:

Pick a book or movie based on the genre of the month to watch or read. At that month's meeting, we will discuss your favorites, the things you hated, and themes or tropes you noticed about the genre.  

Professional headshot of Dr Peter Dykema, a grey haired man with glasses and wearing a dark tie

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

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Craft Group: Bring Your Own Craft

5:30pm–6:30pm
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:

Bring your work in progress and craft alongside like-minded makers for a sense of community and motivation for those of us who like to show our work!

Reel and Read: Mystery--Featuring Eli Cranor

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults (18+)
Pope County Library
Library Branch: Pope County Library
Room: Genealogy Department
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Author/Speaker, Book Club, Genealogy and Arkansas History
Event Details:

Pick a book or movie based on the genre of the month to watch or read. At that month's meeting, we will discuss your favorites, the things you hated, and themes or tropes you noticed about the genre.  

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

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:

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

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Butterfield Day

10:00am–3:00pm
Adults (18+)
Offsite
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.

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.

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!

CLOSED

All Day
All Branches
Closing
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 Veteran's Day.

CLOSED

All Day 11/27–11/29
All Branches
Closing
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 Thanksgiving Weekend.

CLOSED

All Day 12/24–12/25
All Branches
Closing
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 Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

CLOSED

All Day
All Branches
Closing
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 New Year's Day.