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Naturally Arkansas

4th Annual Bringing Nature to Your Yard
2026-05-09 09:00:00 2026-05-09 12:00:00 America/Chicago Naturally Arkansas Want to plant native plants, but don't know where to start? Main Library - 5th Floor

Saturday, May 09
9:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-09 09:00:00 2026-05-09 12:00:00 America/Chicago Naturally Arkansas Want to plant native plants, but don't know where to start? Main Library - 5th Floor

Main Library

5th Floor

Want to plant native plants, but don't know where to start?

Learn how to garden for wildlife--Buy native plants and talk to their sellers--Learn about Arkansas environmental groups and agencies--Teach your kids about nature with fun activities!

Check back for a complete list of activities, vendors, and educational opportunities.

This event is co-sponsored by the Central Arkansas Library System, Arkansas Monarch Conservation Partnership, and Central Arkansas Master Naturalists

AGE GROUP: | All ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Science & Nature | Fun & Play |

TAGS: | NaturallyArkansas |

Main Library
Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Joe Hudak
Hours
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Main Library

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 6:00PM

Branch manager
Joe Hudak
Address
100 Rock Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

Upcoming Events

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Recycled Friendship Bracelets
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Grocery bags head straight to the trash, but they can become more than more trash in a landfill. These braided plastic bag bracelets are a symbol of a friendship that cares about our planet Earth. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18.
Storytime
Fri, Apr 10, 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.
Floral Fridays: DIY Herbarium
Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Celebrate the arrival of spring with these botanical activities! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Tealight Flowers
Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Spring is in full bloom! We'll layer flower petals over tealights to create flowers that light up and add a magic touch to your spring florals.
2nd/Second Friday Art Night - Shop local, take in some music, and sip wine with friends!
Fri, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
1st Floor Lobby
The event is free to attend and parking is free with validation in the library lot/deck (as space is available). Street parking is also free after 6:00 p.m.
NEA Big Read: Community Gardening - Garden Demo at Oak Forest Community Garden
Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
As a part of the CALS Big Read celebration of Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude by Ross Gay, we will be on site at Oak Forest Community Garden sharing copies of the poetry collection and inviting patrons to learn more about gardening.
Sensory Saturday Drop-In
Sat, Apr 11, 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.
3D Printed Garden Stakes - In the Makerspace!
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Decorate garden stakes for your garden made from the 3D printer! You also get the chance to watch the 3D printer in action!
This event is full
Clay Impressions
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Come make Earth Day inspired nature impressions in air dry clay Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Sun Prints
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Did you know the sun can take a picture? Join us for an outdoor art adventure! We’ll start with a "nature scavenger hunt" around the library to find interesting leaves, flowers, and stones.
DIY Seed Bombs
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
They say April showers bring May flowers. Well, these adorable little clusters and packed with wildflower seeds to bring a rainbow to those rainy April days. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Apr 14, 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.
Collage Butterflies
Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's make beautiful butterflies with scraps from magazines, wasabi tape, stickers and other miscellaneous items.
Collage Poetry
Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's celebrate National Poetry Month by making art pieces out of poetry with collage! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Production Studio Orientation
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm
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.
This event is full
Storytime
Wed, Apr 15, 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.
Birding with Merlin
Wed, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Celebrate Earth Month with our feathered friends!We’ll show you how to use the free Merlin smartphone app to identify birds, keep a list of the ones, you’ve seen, and more. Then, we’ll go outside and see who we can find near Main Library!
Bob Ross Painting Party
Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Channel your inner artist and create 'happy little accidents'! In this program, we will follow along with Bob Ross to make a magical painting. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Cherry Blossom Craft
Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Today we will create beautiful Cherry Blossom tree art using tissue paper
CD Art
Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We will be recycling old CD/DVDs to make shiny new art pieces.
Recycled Paper Basket Weaving
Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens are invited to come by and learn how to basket weave with recycled strips of newspapers, magazines, and more! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime
Fri, Apr 17, 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.
That Retro Look - Pixel Art
Fri, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Retro pixel art graphics are back! In this class, we'll show you how to make pixel art and animations using Piskel, a free, web-based tool.
3rd Friday Job Search Help
Fri, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
012 | Arvest Computer Classroom
Every 3rd Friday of the month come learn what library resources can help you on your job search!
Henna Hands
Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
It's Arab American Heritage Month! Henna is used in Arabic culture for special celebrations such as weddings and birthdays. We will use washable henna tattoos OR trace our hands and draw henna designs on paper.
Decorated Disposable Cameras
Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Capture your spring memories with your own personalized disposable camera! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Felt Pins - In the Makerspace!
Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Craft your own felt pins through a simple hand sewing project.
This event is full
Learn to Make Felted Birds
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Take a stab at making wool felted birds with Rachelle Logan! Learn the basics of felting and create a cute bird in the process.
This event is full
Tea Party Storytime
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for a tea party in the garden! We will read stories and share (kid friendly) snacks and drinks! Tea party attire optional.
DIY Candle Making Workshop
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Design and pour your own custom-scented candle in this beginner-friendly workshop. Choose your fragrance, learn the basics, and take home a cozy creation.
This event is full
NEA Big Read: Earth Month Poetry Workshop - Exploring the poetry of Ross Gay and the natural world
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
6th Floor | Rooftop Terrace
This program is a part of the CALS 2026 Big Read featuring Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude, a collection of poetry by Ross Gay. Participants will explore the themes of Gay's work in their own writing.
Spray Paint Marbling
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Ready to turn ordinary objects into marbled masterpieces? Join us for an outdoor art lab where we’ll use spray paint to create "magic" patterns on water.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
Trash-to-Treasure Art Competition
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Can you create a work of art from trash? Using recycled paper, we'll make masterpieces.
Reduce, Reuse, Upcycle: No Sew Fabric Bookmarks
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
It's Earth Month here at CALS, and one man's trash is another man's treasure, so let's upcycle some trash into fun crafts! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Microsoft Word Part 1 - The Basics
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 11:30am
506 | Production Studio
Microsoft Word is the world's most popular writing and editing tool; so make the most of it! In this introductory class, you'll learn all the basics you need to feel comfortable in Word.
Storytime
Wed, Apr 22, 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.
Gelli Printing with Cass Christ - In the Makerspace!
Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Join local artist Cass Christ in the Makerspace as she walks us through how to gelli print! Gelli printing is a form of printmaking where you use a gelatin plate to pull your print.
This event is full
Letters to Your Future Self
Wed, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Take intentional time to reflect on your current season of life and write a heartfelt letter to your future self. A meaningful workshop focused on growth, vision, and self-encouragement.
Crafting with Creativebug - Fairy Houses
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
012 | Arvest Computer Classroom
Make your own fairy house to take home!
Linocut Designs
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Discover the satisfying art of relief printing. We’re going old-school—using carving gouges to cut original designs into linoleum blocks. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Dandelion Art
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using paper towel rolls and plastic forks, we will make beautiful Dandelion pictures.
Microsoft Word Part 2 - Styles, Mailings, and More
Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 11:30am
506 | Production Studio
Learn amazing techniques to use in Microsoft Word. This class will show you how to make your work stand out aesthetically, create documents for multiple recipients, and more.
Wrinkled Paper Ant Farms
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Ants are an important part of our environment/ecosystem. In honor of the little things that make a big difference, we are making a paper version of an ant farm.
Storytime
Fri, Apr 24, 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.
Birding with Merlin
Fri, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Celebrate Earth Month with our feathered friends!We’ll show you how to use the free Merlin smartphone app to identify birds, keep a list of the ones, you’ve seen, and more. Then, we’ll go outside and see who we can find near Main Library!
Pulp Paper Painting
Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We'll use colorful paper that has been turn into a mush like texture to create 3D paintings.
Floral Fridays: Mini Flower Wreaths
Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Celebrate the arrival of spring with these botanical activities! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
National Library Week Celebration
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Cap Off National Library Week in Style! Join CALS and the North Little Rock Public Library System for a FREE family celebration packed with fun.
National Library Week Bookish Bracelets
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
232 | Teen Center Digital Program Room
We're celebrating National Library Week by making fun, bookish bracelets. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
National Library Week Storytime
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
131 | Martin Children's Center
We're celebrating National Library Week! Join us for a fun-filled family storytime followed by a craft..
National Library Week Book Page Art
Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Celebrate National Library Week by creating unique art using old books.
National Library Week Painted Book Boxes
Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
We're celebrating National Library Week! Come decorate a box that looks like a book to hide treasures! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Microsoft PowerPoint - The Basics
Mon, Apr 27, 9:30am - 11:30am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Find out how to use Microsoft PowerPoint to add visual flair to business and personal presentations. You'll see how to incorporate images, animations, transitions, and more.
Drop-in Production Help
Mon, Apr 27, 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!
Graphic Design 101
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens are invited to join in celebrating World Design Day where they learn the basics of graphic design. Core elements such as line and space to design principles like unity and balance. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Flower Crowns
Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Transform into a forest fairy, a woodland prince, or a garden guardian! We’re celebrating spring by crafting our own whimsical flower crowns.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Apr 28, 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 Melt-n-Pour Soap
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Make your own handcrafted soap with this easy DIY! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Mad Libs Poetry Slam
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
It's National Poetry Month and Great Poetry Reading Day! We'll use mad libs to make our own silly (or serious) poems to share out loud in our poetry slam.
Therapeutic Movement - Partnership with UAMS Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
6th Floor | Rooftop Terrace
Destress, relieve tension, and improve mobility.
Storytime
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
Video Podcasting: From Idea to Setup
Wed, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
DIY Recycled Cardboard Letters
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We will be recycling cardboard as we create unique letters that represent the first letters of our names.
Pottery Wheel 101
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Take a spin on a pottery wheel! In this program, you will learn the basics of throwing ceramic pieces. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Paper Mache Decor
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Come learn to sculpt with papier mache pulp (or paper clay) and make decorations you'd be proud to display! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
DIY Sock Worms
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
In celebration of Earth Month, we will create our own little wiggly worms out of socks!
Storytime
Fri, May 01, 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.
Beaded Propagation Jars - In the Makerspace!
Fri, May 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Join us in the Makerspace to create a beaded macrame holder that fits a glass jar. Perfect for propagating plants or using as a vase!
The Art of Homemade Pizza
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 3:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Discover how easy it is to make delicious pizza at home! In this demonstration, patrons will learn the basics of pizza dough preparation, topping combinations, and baking techniques to create the perfect homemade pizza.
Storytime
Wed, May 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.
Monthly Tour of the Main Library
Wed, May 06, 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.
Dip Into Culture
Wed, May 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Learn how to prepare fresh guacamole while exploring the cultural history behind one of Mexico’s most beloved dishes.
Walter Pryor: This Leaves Me Okay - Legacies & Lunch May 2026
Wed, May 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
Walter Pryor will be joined in conversation by Martie North to discuss his reflective memoir This Leaves Me Okay, exploring the Arkansas Black rural experience.
Storytime
Fri, May 08, 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.
Naturally Arkansas - 4th Annual Bringing Nature to Your Yard
Sat, May 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm
5th Floor
Want to plant native plants, but don't know where to start?
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