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Photo Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Atkins Centennial Library

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Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library

Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+)

Program Type: Games, Summer Reading Program

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

Summer Cinema Series

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Lobby (RSVL) at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Lobby (RSVL)

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Movie

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

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Sasha Bowles - Lake Dardanelle Interpreter pictured dressed in uniform in front of a lake

Lake Dardanelle State Park Interpreter - Sasha Bowles

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Genealogy Department at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Genealogy Department

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Author/Speaker, Genealogy and Arkansas History, Special Event

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The diverse habitats around Lake Dardanelle create many opportunities for discovery and exploration. Join park interpreter, Sasha to find out what is in her wild bag! We’ll play a little game to let you touch and feel your way around.&

Author Visit: Tasia Taylor

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's Department at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Children's Department

Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years)

Program Type: Author/Speaker, Special Event, Storytime, Summer Reading Program

Registration Required

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Join us for a special visit from a local author, Tasia Taylor! She will read her new book, Ice Cream Disaster, and lead us in some fun ice cream themed activities.

Contra Band Performance

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Heritage Hall at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Heritage Hall

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Special Event, Summer Reading Program

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Bring the whole family to listen to a local folk music band, Contra Band!

Tea Party with Children's Author Carol Dabney

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dover Public Library

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Library Branch: Dover Public Library

Age Group: Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19)

Program Type: Author/Speaker, Special Event, Summer Reading Program

Registration Required

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Join us for a Tea Party with 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. Tea and cookies will be provided.

Music and Lyrics with Some Guy Named Robb

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Children's Department at Pope County Library

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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

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Local musician Some Guy Named Robb will share some songs and discuss his writing process in this mini-workshop.

Special Storytime with Marty Boone, The Magic Balloon Man

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Dover Public Library

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Library Branch: Dover Public Library

Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years)

Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program

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Ready for even more Summer Fun? Help us welcome Marty Boone to the library. Marty has been on America's Got Talent, and he is Arkansas' top balloon artist and magician. Every kiddo will get to take home a balloon animal!

Bookmobile Hector Community Stop and Storytime with Ms. Lydia

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Hector Public Library

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Library Branch: Hector Public Library

Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years)

Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Bookmobile/Outreach, Storytime

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Join us for Storytime with Ms. Lydia and a visit from the Bookmobile!

Color Our World logs, paint splotches, and text: SRP Finale: Water Wars

Atkins SRP Finale: Water Wars

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Atkins Centennial Library

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Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Summer Reading Program

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Come chill with us at the Atkins Library during our Finale. Beat the heat with some water games, activities and pizza.

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group SRP Registration--RUSSELLVILLE 05/01/2025 @ 8:30am–07/11/2025 @ 5:30pm All Ages Pope County Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Open 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.
9 am				This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Community Quilters Meetup 9:00am–12:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group 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.
10 am		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 This event is in the "Children (6-11 years)" group Open 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 focused on writing and storytelling. 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 Summer Reading Preschool Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years) Pope County Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years) Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading Program Event Details: Our usual storytime fun, with a Summer Reading Theme! This week, we are focusing on writing and storytelling. 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 Summer Reading Preschool Storytime with author Kellie Van Es! 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years) Pope County Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years) Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Author/Speaker, Storytime, Summer Reading Program Event Details: Join us for a special storytime featuring author Kellie Van Es! She will read books inspired by her time at Equestrian Zone. 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 This event is in the "Children (6-11 years)" group This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Author Visit: Tasia Taylor 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years) Pope County Library Open Registration Required 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 Open Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Children (6-11 years), Tween (9-12 years) Program Type: Author/Speaker, Special Event, Storytime, Summer Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a special visit from a local author, Tasia Taylor! She will read her new book, Ice Cream Disaster, and lead us in some fun ice cream themed activities. 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.
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12 pm						This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Lunchtime Yoga with Ego Free Yoga 12:00pm–12:45pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Heritage Hall Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Health and Wellness Event Details: Join us for gentle lunchtime yoga with Sarah Gumm of Ego Free Yoga.
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group RVALA Tutoring Assistance for Heavy Equipment Safety Manuals and Written Exams 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library 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 RVALA Tutoring Assistance for Heavy Equipment Safety Manuals and Written Exams 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library 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 RVALA Tutoring Assistance for Heavy Equipment Safety Manuals and Written Exams 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library 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.
2 pm
3 pm		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 This event is in the "Children (6-11 years)" group Open Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Heritage Hall Age Group: Children (6-11 years) Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Storytime, 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 focused on writing and storytelling. 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 Jules Verne Mad Libs 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Lobby (RSVL) Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Summer Reading Program Event Details: Mix and match different pieces from Jules Verne's works to create your own fun story.
4 pm				This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Tween Writer's Workshop 4:00pm–5:30pm Tween (9-12 years) Pope County Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: YA Corner Age Group: Tween (9-12 years) Program Type: Summer Reading Program Event Details: Come write your own story with the help of writer's guides and games in the YA department. 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 Tell Your Own Story 4:00pm–5:00pm Teen (13-19) Pope County Library This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group 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.
5 pm					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 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: 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!
6 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Cinema Series 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Pope County Library This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Family, Movie, Summer Reading Program Event Details: Bring your crew and enjoy a family friendly movie 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.

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