Pope County Library

8:30am-5:30pm

Pope County Library
116 East 3rd St
Russellville, AR 72801
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm

Sat: 9:00am-1:00pm

Atkins Centennial Library

8:30am-5:30pm

Atkins Centennial Library
216 NE 1st St
Atkins, AR 72823
United States

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Open second Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm.

Sun: Closed

Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm

Sat: Closed

Dover Public Library

8:30am-5:30pm

Dover Public Library
80 Library Rd
Dover, AR 72837
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm

Sat: Closed

Hector Public Library

9:00am-1:00pm

Hector Public Library
11600 SR27
Hector, AR 72843
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Tue: 9:00am-1:00pm

Wed-Fri: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Sat: Closed

Bookmobile/Outreach

Closed

United States

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Sun-Sat: Closed

Week Calendar

September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Register for a Pope County library card and open the door to Endless Possibilities--check out everything from books and DVDs to items from our Library of Things. Access our free computers and digital resources such as e-books, e-zines, audio books, and an expansive list of databases. Sign up today!

Featured Events

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!

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.

National Voter Registration Day

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 8:30am - 5:30pm

Hector Public Library

Library Branch: Hector Public Library

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Special Event

Event Details:

Tuesday, September 16, is National Voter Registration Day!

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.

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:

Where is Germany? Who are the Germans?

Graphic with computer parts and a lock image

Basic Computer Skills: Cyber Security

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

Computer Stations at Pope County Library

Open

Library Branch: Pope County Library

Room: Computer Stations

Age Group: Adults (18+)

Program Type: Job Skills/Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

Man with a goatee wearing white long sleeved shirt with a blue vest and a red tie

Abandoned Arkansas: Michael Schwarz

Thursday, September 25, 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:

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

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Time	Sun (9/21)	Mon (9/22)	Tue (9/23)	Wed (9/24)	Thu (9/25)	Fri (9/26)	Sat (9/27)
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 Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults (18+)" group Basic Computer Skills: Cyber Security 10:00am–11:30am Adults (18+) Pope County Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Computer Stations Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Job Skills/Technology Registration Required Event Details: Come learn the basics of how to keep yourself protected while navigating the internet. (Registration is limited to 2 seats per session.)		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Coffee and Book Talk 10:00am–11:00am Adults (18+) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults (18+)" group Adult Craft Club 10:00am–11:30am Adults (18+) Dover Public Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults (18+)" group Adult Programming Presents: Mystic Middle-Earth 10:00am–12:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm				This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Adult Game Club 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults (18+) Dover Public Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
2 pm				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 This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Hector Public Library Age Group: Teen (13-19), Adults (18+) Program Type: Games 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.
3 pm						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 This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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!
4 pm		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 This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults (18+)" group Written Driver's License Test Prep 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Adults (18+)" group Junk Journaling/scrapbooking 4:15pm–5:15pm Adults (18+) Atkins Centennial Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Adult Life Skills: Basic Pet Care with Town and Country Veterinary Clinic 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Pope County Library Room: Heritage Hall Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Author/Speaker, Life Skills Event Details: Learn basic pet care skills for a new or old pet from staff from Town and Country Veterinary Clinic Disclaimer(s) Animals Advisory Please be advised that animals, such as dogs, cats, or reptiles, will be present at this event. If you have an allergy or a fear of animals, please exercise caution.		This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Abandoned Arkansas: Michael Schwarz 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults (18+) Pope County Library This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
6 pm						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 This event is in the "Teen (13-19)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.