Coffee & Crafts

Tue, Feb 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz

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Microsoft Excel: Part 4 - PivotTables, PivotCharts, and Lookup

Tue, Feb 24, 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.

Wed, Feb 25, 9:30am - 11:30am

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Learn in Part 4 to get key insights from your information by learning to use PivotTables. Then, we’ll show you how to illustrate your PivotTable results using PivotCharts, capture information using VLOOKUP, and fix common formula problems.

Shooting Manual - Lowkey Photography - Manual Mode & Light Control

Wed, Feb 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

506 | Production Studio

Learn low-key photography while mastering manual camera settings. This hands-on class uses studio lighting to teach exposure, shadows, and creative control through real-world practice.

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Black History Month Bingo

Wed, Feb 25, 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.

Wed, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Celebrate Black History Month with a fun and educational Black History Month Bingo event! Patrons will enjoy a classic game of bingo while learning about influential Black leaders, culture, achievements, and historical milestones.

The Culture In The Kitchen

Fri, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Sewn Rice Handwarmers

Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Make your own handwarmers through a simple sewing project using the sewing machines in the Makerspace!

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Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 3:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Celebrate Black History Month through flavor and tradition with a special chef-prepared dining experience. This themed meal highlights the rich culinary contributions of Black culture, featuring dishes inspired by African and Southern roots.

Hello World - Intro to Code

Mon, Mar 02, 9:30am - 11:30am

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Learn some of the basic techniques and concepts of writing computer programs—and write your first program.

Perler Beads

Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Create a fun, melted piece of artwork using Perler beads!

DIY Page Holder

Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

These adorable clay thumb page holders will make reading your next library book a breeze! Just sculpt from polymer clay and bake. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Tue, Mar 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz

Tue, Mar 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.

DIY Den

Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come get artsy with these DIY crafts! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only. 3/3 Cassette Tape Journals 3/10 Wind Chimes 3/24 Springtime Suncatchers 3/31 Custom Pop Sockets

Paper Squishies

Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

A squishy that you get to design! Pick out a squishy character provided or draw up your own, and use your favorite colors or designs to create a squishy that is unique to you.

Monthly Tour of the Main Library

Wed, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Wed, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:45am

Welcome to your new Main Library! On the first Wednesday of each month, join library staff on a tour of the newly renovated Main Library.

Little Rock's Vice District - Legacies & Lunch March 2026

Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

This talk explores the history of commercial sex in Little Rock from the Antebellum period through World War I, situating local developments within broader national trends of vice regulation and moral reform.

Tissue Paper Sunflowers

Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Using tissue paper, we will create a Sunflower themed art project with a hint of texture.

Make Your Own Boardgame

Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Join us as we make unique board games with our own pieces, rules, and surprises! This event is for ages 13-18 only.

Paper Plate Flower Garden

Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Using paper plates and construction paper, we will create a mini, 3-D flower garden.

Whipped Lemonade

Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Like whipped coffee, but oh so tangier! Learn how to make your own whipped lemonade at home with 3 simple ingredients (hint: one of them is water). Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Hello World - Functions and Flow Control

Fri, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

3D Printing Introduction

Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

235 | Makerspace

In this program, we will discuss materials, the purpose of 3D printing, applications for creating a design, and how to send a file to the printer. The Main Library houses one Bambu Lab A1 printer, which is what this program will go over.

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Wire Wrap Rings

Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Make your own awesome accessory with this easy wire ring! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Shamrock Mosaics

Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Using different colors and patterns, we will create colorful Shamrock Mosaic art pieces.

Get Loud at the Library!

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Local artist Blake Fleischmann will come in to teach teens, ages 13-18, the basics of drum kit and percussion. This 4-part class will be held on Saturdays in March. No registration required. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Retro-Activity Arcade

Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

232 | Teen Center Digital Program Room

Let's have some fun with these retro video games! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Mon, Mar 09, 9:30am - 11:30am

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

After learning the basics in Hello World: Intro to Code, learn to make your code more powerful with functions, loops, and more.

Drop-in Production Help

Mon, Mar 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

506 | Production Studio

Get one-on-one help with cameras, video, lighting, editing, or general production questions. Bring your projects and/or your equipment, and ask anything. No registration required!

Collage Button Pins

Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens are invited to recycle magazines pictures, book pages, and stickers and turn them into aesthetic-filled backpack pins. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Butterfly Bracelets

Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Today we will be making beautiful butterfly bracelets that will be great just in time for spring!

Tue, Mar 10, 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.

Video Podcasting: From Idea to Setup

Tue, Mar 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz

DIY Den

Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come get artsy with these DIY crafts! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only. 3/3 Cassette Tape Journals 3/10 Wind Chimes 3/24 Springtime Suncatchers 3/31 Custom Pop Sockets

Bubble Dough

Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

An easy alternative to slime, bubble dough uses just two ingredients. It's bubbly, squishy, stretchy, and can be shaped into anything you want!

Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

506 | Production Studio

Thinking about starting a podcast? This beginner-friendly session covers the basics of podcast planning, including format, workflow, and the essential equipment used for recording. Learn what you need before you press the record button.

Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Basic Computing

Wed, Mar 11, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

If you have some computer experience--but want a little more computer confidence--this class explores managing files, copy and paste, cords and cables, and more.

Leprechaun Bait

Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here! Let’s make a tasty treat to lure in a Leprechaun. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Take-home Seed Garden

Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Create your own personal seed garden to take home and watch grow!

March Hare Portraits

Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

We will use cardboard and egg cartons to create unique versions of a March Hare!

Teen Game Night

Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

It's game night for teens at the library! Grab a friend and a board or card game and get ready to play the afternoon away. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Collage Making - In the Makerspace!

Fri, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Shamrock Wands

Fri, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

It's almost Saint Patty's Day! Let's create whimsical wands to share a little luck with the world.

Ruth Asawa Sculptures

Fri, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Let's celebrate Women's History Month by making our own sculptures inspired by Ruth Asawa's work! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Get Loud at the Library!

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Join us in the Makerspace for a fun and casual collage making program! Supplies will be provided, but feel free to also bring your own.

DIY Kaleidoscope

Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let’s use our STEM and art skills to create a beautiful optical illusion.

Origami Shamrocks

Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Make a collection of paper origami shamrocks, and learn fun facts about the truth behind St. Patrick's Day! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Tue, Mar 17, 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.

Minute to Win It: Rainbow Games

Tue, Mar 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz

Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Time to see how lucky you can get! Using Skittles, we'll play a series of Minute to Win It games.

Good Luck Charms

Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by crafting your very own good luck charm to carry with you! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Production Studio Orientation

Wed, Mar 18, 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.

Coffee & Crafts - In the Makerspace!

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

235 | Makerspace

Sip on coffee, socialize, and take advantage of the craft supplies in the Makerspace! This will be a light version of Makerspace open hours.

Tin Can Mobiles

Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Do you like to recycle? Need a fun craft for the entire family? Today we will be using recycled tin cans to create colorful mobiles that can be used indoors or out!

Paint Your Own Puzzle

Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

In this program, we will relax and unwind while painting our custom puzzle. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Adobe Photoshop - Level 1

Thu, Mar 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Learn basic Photoshop skills, such as scaling, cropping, using selection tools, managing layers, and correcting details in your images. No prior photo editing experience required.

Friendship Bracelets

Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come in and learn to create beautiful chevron patterned and Chinese ladder bracelets form embroidery thread. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Beaded Dragonflies

Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Using beads and small scraps of leather, we will create adorable dragonfly keychains.

Adobe Photoshop - Level 2

Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Fri, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Find out how to apply gradients, styles, and effects to your layers; and learn how to create and edit masks and channels. Please attend Photoshop Level 1 first.

Crafting with Creativebug - Flower Greeting Card

Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

012 | Arvest Computer Classroom

Celebrate the first day of spring by making your own flower greeting card!

DIY Picture Books

Fri, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

It's World Storytelling Day! You can be an author and illustrator. We will put together our very own books, create stories, and draw pictures to pair with them.

Collaborative Coloring

Fri, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Let's relax and work together on calming colorful art piece! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Play Doh Critters

Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

What kind of cool critters can you make using Play Doh? Let’s find out who can make the coolest looking bug in the garden!

Get Loud at the Library!

Sat, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Mini Golf Challenge

Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Take a swing at this Mini Golf Challenge! We will journey through a mini golf obstacle and see who has what it takes to be the Ultimate Mini Golf Champ.

Mystery Grid Coloring

Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens can come and enjoy a chill color by number challenge where the pictures is a surprise at the end! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Tue, Mar 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz

Memories of the Ottenheimer Brothers & the Rocket Plant on 10th & Spring Street

Tue, Mar 24, 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.

Cowrie Shell Bracelets

Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Take a piece of the beach with you wherever you go! Using twine and cowrie shells, we'll create bracelets that remind you of sand and sunshine.

DIY Den

Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come get artsy with these DIY crafts! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only. 3/3 Cassette Tape Journals 3/10 Wind Chimes 3/24 Springtime Suncatchers 3/31 Custom Pop Sockets

Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Join us to learn about the women within the Ottenheimer orbit, including family members, employees, and community leaders, whose contributions and influence were essential to the company’s success and lasting impact.