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Hunter Education with Chad Lowe

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 8:00am - 7:00pm

Heritage Hall at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Heritage Hall

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

Program Type: Life Skills

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The traditional hunter education class is a 10-hour instructor led classroom course with hands-on demonstrations. This class will end with a test to pass the course.

Registration required.

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Pope County Genealogy Group: Estonia, DP camps, and the Singing Revolution

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Genealogy Department at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Genealogy Department

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Author/Speaker, Genealogy and Arkansas History

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Ellen's parents were born in the tiny country of Estonia. This talk will be about the history of Estonia as well as her parents' experiences during WWII when Estonia was occupied by the Russians, the Germans, and the Russians once again.

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Freida Book Club

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Atkins Centennial Library

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Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Book Club

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Join us as we dive into Frieda McFadden Book "The Tenant" and enjoy some refreshments.

HC Back2School Bash

Friday, September 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Homeschool

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Homeschool Families--come take your yearly school pictures, order a yearbook, meet our new staff, engage with organizations that assist families in need, and have some fun!

Storytime and Special Guest (The Blue Crayon)

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Atkins Centennial Library

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Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library

Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years)

Program Type: Special Event, Storytime

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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.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Bob Crossman

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Atkins Centennial Library

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Library Branch: Atkins Centennial Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Author/Speaker

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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.

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Reel and Read: Mystery; Featuring Eli Cranor

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Genealogy Department at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Genealogy Department

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Author/Speaker, Book Club, Genealogy and Arkansas History

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The library's own book club. 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, themes or tropes you notice about the genre.

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Basic Computer Skills: Cyber Security

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:00pm - 11:30pm

Computer Stations at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Computer Stations

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Job Skills/Technology

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Come learn the basics of how to keep yourself protected while navigating the internet. (Registration is limited to 2 seats per session.)

Adult Programming Presents: Mystic Middle-Earth

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Heritage Hall at Pope County Library

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Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Heritage Hall

Age Group: Adults (18+)

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This is an adults only program themed around the world of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Enjoy such activities as making your own Hobbit Hole Door and Dragon Eyes, decoding phrases in elvish, and answering trivia.

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9 am			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Quilters Sew-cial Circle 9:00am–1:00pm 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 sew-cial meet up.
10 am		This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group HC Homegrown and Happy 10:00am–11:00am Elementary (6-11 years) Pope County Library This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Heritage Hall Age Group: Elementary (6-11 years) 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. Especially for Elementary Kids, our September theme is HOMEGROWN HEROES. 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 HC Tweens 10:00am–11:00am 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: 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. The ingredients are simple, but the key is the salt. Which salt dough is better: Epsom or Table? 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 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 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 "Preschool (0-5 years)" group 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 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 "Teen (13-19)" group HC Teen Yearbook Class 10:00am–11:00am Teen (13-19) Pope County Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group Upcoming 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 This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group Kid's Craft Workshop 10:00am–11:00am Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years) Pope County Library This event is in the "Preschool (0-5 years)" group This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Preschool (0-5 years), Elementary (6-11 years) Event Details: Sign up for a library card (or bring the one you already have), and make a keychain to help keep track of your card! 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group HC Chess Club 11:30am–12:30pm Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19) Pope County Library This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Heritage Hall Age Group: Tween (9-12 years), Teen (13-19) Program Type: Homeschool Event Details: HC Chess Club is designed for Homeschoolers ages 8--19. Come test your powers of logic and strategy! 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 Art 11:00am–12:30pm Teen (13-19) Pope County Library This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group 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.
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1 pm				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 This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group 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.
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4 pm	This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group Star Readers Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Elementary (6-11 years) Pope County Library This event is in the "Elementary (6-11 years)" group 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, a famous actor or author will read a book to us and we will discuss it. We will explore literary elements like plot, theme, characters, and setting. 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Tween (9-12 years)" group Tween Experiment: Salt Dough 5:30pm–6:30pm 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: STEM Event Details: The ingredients are simple, but the key is the salt. Which salt dough is better: Epsom or Table? This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Reel and Read: Mystery; Featuring Eli Cranor 5:30pm–7:00pm 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: Author/Speaker, Book Club, Genealogy and Arkansas History Event Details: The library's own book club. 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, themes or tropes you notice about the genre.		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Pope County Genealogy Group: Historic Germany with Dr. Paul Dykema 5:30pm–6:30pm 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: 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. Where is Germany? Who are the Germans? This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group TAB: Teen Advisory Board 5:30pm–6:30pm 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) Event Details: Do you want to help influence future teen programs and books? Do you love spending time at the library? We want to hear from you--join TAB today! 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 Family Game Night 5:00pm–7:00pm 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, 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.

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