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Decorated Ducks
2026-01-13 16:00:00 2026-01-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Decorated Ducks It's National Rubber Ducky Day! To celebrate we'll be decorating rubber ducks anyway you like. It could be a themed duck, a sparkly duck, or any duck that is special to you. Main Library - 131 | Martin Children's Center

Tuesday, January 13
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 16:00:00 2026-01-13 17:00:00 America/Chicago Decorated Ducks It's National Rubber Ducky Day! To celebrate we'll be decorating rubber ducks anyway you like. It could be a themed duck, a sparkly duck, or any duck that is special to you. Main Library - 131 | Martin Children's Center

Main Library

131 | Martin Children's Center

It's National Rubber Ducky Day! To celebrate we'll be decorating rubber ducks anyway you like. It could be a themed duck, a sparkly duck, or any duck that is special to you.

AGE GROUP: | Pre-teens ages 9-12 | Kids ages 6-8 |

EVENT TYPE: | Fun & Play | Arts/Crafts |

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Main Library
Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Joe Hudak
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Branch manager
Joe Hudak
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Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

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Google Docs: Part 1 - The Basics
Wed, Jan 07, 9:30am - 11:00am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Google Docs is a free and accessible writing tool used by millions and designed for collaboration. In this introductory class, you'll learn all the basics you need to feel comfortable in Docs.
Registration is now closed
Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Feild Notes on Little Rock - Legacies & Lunch January 2026
Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
Join us to hear from Charles Feild about his book Feild Notes on Little Rock: History and Memoir 1622-2024.
Registration is now closed
Paper To Power: Resume Edition
Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
012 | Arvest Computer Classroom
The session covers essential components of a resume, including formatting, keyword optimization, tailoring for specific job applications, and showcasing accomplishments rather than just duties.
Homemade Pop Tarts
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Make a homemade version of a classic treat! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Glue Suncatchers
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Create colorful window hangings using glue and food coloring!
Lunchtime Craft - Goal Jars
Thu, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Drop in on your lunch break for a craft in the Makerspace! During this Lunchtime Craft, we will be making painted jars filled with goals for the new year.
Snowman Snack Cups
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make some winter sweet treats that are as cute as they are tasty! Snack cups will include vanilla pudding and crushed Oreos.
Mini Clay Food Charms
Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Create your own adorable mini food charms from polymer clay! Sculpt tiny sushi rolls, donuts, or bubble tea keychains to take home. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Database Bingo - Level Up for the New Year
Fri, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
012 | Arvest Computer Classroom
Start the year off right and discover how your library card can help you achieve your New Year’s resolutions!
Bad Art Club
Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Bad at art? So am I! Lets make some bad art together with these fun, low-pressure prompts! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Scented Sachets
Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using dried flowers and essentials oils, we'll make lovely smells for sachets that can be used in clothing drawers, closets, lockers, or anywhere you please!
Eat Better - Food is Medicine - Cook with Arkansas Children’s Integrative Health Clinic
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
“Our goal is to empower families with skills to cook, shop, and eat in ways that support their child’s health while creating joy and connection around the table,” --- Dr. Pele Yu, Director of the Arkansas Children’s Integrative Health Clinic.
Registration is now closed
Resin Trinket Trays
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Craft a cute trinket tray with colorful resin! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
AI and You
Mon, Jan 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Dip into the growing world of artificial intelligence. We'll talk about what it is, how it works, and the conversations surrounding it. Then, we'll discuss how to use AI tools in your everyday life.
Pottery 101
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Take a spin at throwing pottery wheel pieces!
DIY Book Tote Painting
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens will customize their own canvas tote bags with fabric paint, stencils, and markers. Perfect for carrying your library books or showing off your style in the kitchen. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Drop by and ask your burning technology questions, or get help with a specific problem from an expert. Feel free to bring your mobile device or laptop.
Decorated Ducks
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
It's National Rubber Ducky Day! To celebrate we'll be decorating rubber ducks anyway you like. It could be a themed duck, a sparkly duck, or any duck that is special to you.
Beautiful Bookmarks
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Get ready for this year's TBR list by making these cute DIY bookmarks! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Google Docs: Part 2 - Styles, Mailings, and More
Wed, Jan 14, 9:30am - 11:00am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Elevate your document's appeal! Learn to provide visual cues for better comprehension, collaborate effectively, and use other tools to make your document attractive and functional.
Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Marshmallow Igloos
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Join us for a fun and creative activity where you can build your very own marshmallow igloo! Test the strength of your structures and see whose igloo can stand the tallest! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Pocket Pals
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Spread kindness in the community with these sweet little homemade keepsakes. Each Pocket pall can be left out for people in the community to find when they are least expecting it or might need it most.
Build Your Skills with LinkedIn Learning
Thu, Jan 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
We'll show you LinkedIn Learning, a video-based online learning platform that focsues on business skills, technology skills, and creative skills. The best part? It's free with your CALS card!
Cupcake Wars
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Grab your piping bags and frosting skills for a cupcake decorating showdown. Teens will compete to see who can create the most creative and delicious masterpiece. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Cloud Dough
Thu, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using cornstarch and conditioner, we will create a Play-Doh like dough that will entertain kids of all ages.
Storytime
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Junk Journaling
Fri, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Bring your junk (receipts, tickets, stickers, brochures, pictures, etc!) from the past year and start a junk journal! Other supplies will be provided.
This event is full
Bad Art Club
Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Bad at art? So am I! Lets make some bad art together with these fun, low-pressure prompts! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
DIY Stickers
Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make stickers from your own designs! We'll draw, color, and print stickers made by you, for you!
Sensory Saturday
Sat, Jan 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Activities that stimulate a child's senses, including sight, touch, hearing, smell, taste, movement and more. Sensory play is important for a child's development in helping them learn and grow. Enjoy a variety of activities at this event.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Jan 20, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Drop by and ask your burning technology questions, or get help with a specific problem from an expert. Feel free to bring your mobile device or laptop.
Beaded Plants
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Plants you don't have to have a green thumb for! Create your favorite plants using beads and wire.
String Theory: Macrame Bottle Holders
Tue, Jan 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Lets have some fiber art fun by crafting with string! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Production Studio Orientation
Wed, Jan 21, 9:30am - 2:30pm
506 | Production Studio
Learn to operate cameras, lights, audio, and grip gear in the CALS Production Studio. This hands-on training covers basic setup, shooting, and file handling, as well as rules for working in the space, so you can create and practice independently.
Storytime
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Mental Check-In
Wed, Jan 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
This program highlights the importance of regularly checking in with yourself to recognize stress, emotions, and thought patterns before they become overwhelming.
Borax Snowflakes
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make beautiful crystal snowflakes with borax laundry detergent!
Fear Factor
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Are you brave enough to handle these mystery boxes? See if you withstand a series of sinister, gross, slimy, and bizarre tasks hidden within. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Cinnamon Applies
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Learn a quick and easy way to make delicious cinnamon apples!
Sugar Scrub Creations
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens make custom-scented candles or sugar scrubs using natural ingredients. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Bad Art Club
Fri, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Bad at art? So am I! Lets make some bad art together with these fun, low-pressure prompts! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Button Art
Fri, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make art that's cute as a button! We'll be using buttons to put together beautiful works of art.
Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
Sat, Jan 24, 11:30am - 12:25pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
It's time to line dance again at the library! Come scoot and boogie your way on down to the library for this fun line dancing class provided by Walk U Thru It Line Dancing.
Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
Sat, Jan 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
It's time to line dance again at the library! Come scoot and boogie your way on down to the library for this fun line dancing class provided by Walk U Thru It Line Dancing.
Mending Workshop
Sat, Jan 24, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Start the new year off with a new skill! Bring in items to mend and learn different mending techniques.
This event is full
Blind International Taste Test
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Travel the globe—one bite at a time! By sampling international snacks and guessing where they came from! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Snowflake Slime
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Stop by for a fun and festive activity where you can create your very own snowflake slime!
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Jan 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Drop by and ask your burning technology questions, or get help with a specific problem from an expert. Feel free to bring your mobile device or laptop.
Taco (soup) Tuesday
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
It's Taco Tuesday: Soup Edition! What better way to stay warm than a cozy soup? Learn how to make this quick and delicious taco soup.
Beautiful Bookmarks
Tue, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Get ready for this year's TBR list by making these cute DIY bookmarks! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime
Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Surf Secure
Wed, Jan 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Protect your privacy in the digital world. You'll learn about tools like password managers and two-step verification, and best practices for online safety.
Beaded Snowflakes
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make unique snowflakes using pipe cleaners and beads.
Gourmet Ramen Challenge
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Put your cooking skills to the test with this Ramen challenge! See if you have what it takes to make a gourmet snack with these different ingredients. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Lemon Puppy Chow
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Put a zesty twist on the original "puppy chow" snack mix by adding white chocolate and lemon flavors!
Photo Frame Design
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Express yourself through art and words! Design your own picture frame to take home using collage materials, markers, washi tape, and recycled paper. Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Decorated Disposable Cameras
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Capture your memories of the year with your own personalized disposable camera! Events in the Chris Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Arctic Animal Suncatchers
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
What's your favorite arctic animal? A penguin? A polar bear? Whatever it may be, use it as the centerpiece for your suncatcher!
Carnival of the Animals
Sat, Jan 31, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Bring the entire family to the Main Library for an event filled with animals, music, and fun! Enjoy a special performance of Carnival of the Animals by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra at 11:00.
Fitness Bootcamp
Sat, Jan 31, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
The Fitness Bootcamp is an energizing group workout designed to help participants build strength, improve endurance, and boost overall physical well-being in a motivating and supportive environment.
Fitness Journals
Sat, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
After participating in the Fitness Bootcamp, you are invited to come to the Makerspace and create a fitness journal where you can track goals, mental wellbeing, exercises, meal plans and more.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Feb 03, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Drop by and ask your burning technology questions, or get help with a specific problem from an expert. Feel free to bring your mobile device or laptop.
Microsoft Excel: Part 1 - The Basics
Wed, Feb 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
In Part 1 of our four-part series, get started using Microsoft Excel by learning how to enter information, format text and numbers, sort and filter, and use basic formulas.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
Preserving the Voices of Blackville, Arkansas - Legacies & Lunch February 2026
Wed, Feb 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
Join co-editors Wally G. Vaughn and Carolyn Ann Butler Cooley in conversation with Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Sunday Style editor Helaine Williams for an illuminating conversation about their book Blackville, Arkansas, Fashioned by a Former Slave.
Storytime
Fri, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
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