Name: Q-Tip Dinosaur Skeletons
Start: 2026-07-09T10:30
End: 2026-07-09T11:30:00-05:00
Location: Main Library

Hours

About the branch

Upcoming Events

Delicious Dirt Cups

Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

You'll want to dig deep into this delicious treat made with Oreos, pudding, and gummy worms!

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jun 09, 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.

Canva Basics

Wed, Jun 10, 9:30am - 11:00am

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Learn to use Canva to easily create great-looking promotional materials for your event, small business, or organization. It's free and web-based, and you can use it with all your social media platforms.

Dino Movie

Wed, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Lights, camera… mystery! Join us for a surprise dinosaur-themed movie where the title isn’t revealed until showtime. Enjoy the fun of guessing, watching, and experiencing a prehistoric adventure on the big screen!

Plant Pals!

Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Welcome all teen plant enthusiasts! We will learn the basics of planting either native Arkansas plants or a yummy vegetables! You will leave with a guide on plant care and your own nursery pot! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

DIY Binoculars

Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Unearth the secrets of the Summer as you explore your surroundings with your new homemade binoculars!

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Lava Loaded Nachos

Fri, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Get ready for a snack that erupts with flavor! In this hands-on program, Patrons will build their own “volcano” nachos with layers of chips, cheese, and toppings. Watch your creation come together like a tasty eruption!

Dino DIYS: Fuzzy Dino Bags

Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

It's Summer @ CALS! Let's kick off this year's theme by making some dinosaur-themed DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Community Resources Bingo

Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us in the Community Resources Lounge for a bingo! Attendees can enjoy snacks while socializing and enjoying some lighthearted fun. Patrons will be able to play multiple rounds of Bingo for the chance to win exciting prizes. All are welcome!

Unearthing Flavors: International Taste Test

Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come expand your horizons and your palate by sampling snack foods from around the world! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Juneteenth Bracelets

Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

We will use colors from the Pan- African flag to make bracelets with powerful words! We will also be learning more about Juneteenth through some fun trivia questions.

Father's Day Keychains

Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Make leather keychains for a father figure in your life. Whether it's a dad, an uncle, or a teacher, they deserve recognition this father's day. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Juneteenth Lanterns

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Juneteenth is approaching! Let's celebrate freedom with paper lanterns made with Juneteenth colors and designs.

Greek Vase Magnets - In the Makerspace!

Tue, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Learn about Greek vases and paint your own! We will be painting Greek vase magnets in this program.

This event is full

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jun 16, 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.

Coding with Fiero Code - Intro to Coding Language Series

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

012 | Arvest Computer Classroom

Have you ever wanted to learn how to code but don’t know where to begin?

Dinosaur Puppets

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Let’s make unique dinosaur puppets using string and popsicle sticks! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

That Retro Look - Pixel Art

Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 11:30am

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.

Juneteenth Celebration Poppers

Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us as we make party poppers to celebrate Juneteenth!

Dino Keychains - In the Makerspace!

Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

We will be making felted dinosaur keychains by hand sewing.

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Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic Show

Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Tommy will be presenting "A Magical Dinosaur Dig" featuring a huge Magic Trunk filled with Dinosaur Fossils and Tools for Dinosaur Exploration.

Walk U Thru It Line Dancing

Sat, Jun 20, 11:30am - 1:30pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

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.

Bingo-saurus!

Sat, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

B-I-N-G-O just got prehistoric! Join us for Dino Bingo, a fun and family-friendly game featuring dinosaur-themed cards, exciting rounds, and chances to win prizes. It’s classic bingo with a roaring twist!

Rescheduled

Bingo-saurus!

Sat, Jun 20, All day

New date Saturday, June 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

B-I-N-G-O just got prehistoric! Join us for Dino Bingo, a fun and family-friendly game featuring dinosaur-themed cards, exciting rounds, and chances to win prizes. It’s classic bingo with a roaring twist!

Cancelled

Walk U Thru It Line Dancing

Sat, Jun 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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.

Summerween Bash

Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Solve word searches, make coloring pages, try on fun costume pieces, and learn to make a Summer twist on Halloween Jack-o-Lantern Punch! Don't forget to ask for spooky book recommendations as well! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Google Docs: Part 1 - The Basics

Mon, Jun 22, 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.

Dinosaur Tails

Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's get creative and make some colorful dinosaur tails!

Drop-in Production Help

Mon, Jun 22, 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!

Summer Solstice S'mores

Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens are invited to greet the new season by making sun banners with water colors, and ending the program by making and enjoying s'mores. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Dinosaur Feet

Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Design your own dinosaur feet and tie them around your ankles for a prehistoric pep in your step!

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jun 23, 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.

Hit Send - Starting an Email Newsletter

Wed, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Find out how you can plan, write, and send the first issue of your email newsletter, using Beehiiv—a modern email platform designed specifically for starting and growing a newsletter.

The Art of Watercolor

Wed, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Unleash your creativity with watercolor! In this guided class, participants will learn basic techniques and create their own beautiful painting in a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment.

Homemade Dye

Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

In this program, we will extract colors from plants, then we will dye scarves! See what different colors you can make from these ‘unearthed’ items. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Production Studio Orientation

Thu, Jun 25, 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.

Dragon Eggs

Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Get creative and unearth your own magically created dragon eggs!

Petroglyphs - In the Makerspace!

Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Petroglyphs (carved images on stone) were made by ancient civilizations. We will make our own by carving into clay.

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Sweet Fossil Discoveries

Fri, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Dig into something delicious! In this fun demo, participants will learn how to create “fossil” cookies using dough and dino-themed imprints. It’s a tasty mix of creativity and prehistoric fun!

Dino DIYS: Dino Egg Bath Bombs

Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

It's Summer @ CALS! Let's kick off this year's theme by making some dinosaur-themed DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Community Resources Bingo

Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us in the Community Resources Lounge for a bingo! Attendees can enjoy snacks while socializing and enjoying some lighthearted fun. Patrons will be able to play multiple rounds of Bingo for the chance to win exciting prizes. All are welcome!

3D Printer Pen Dinos

Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

In this program, we will create 3D printed dinosaurs and give them creative names!

Fossil Lino Printing - In the Makerspace!

Sat, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

We will be carving linoleum blocks to make our own fossil stamps. Once the stamp is carved, we will test it out and make prints!

Google Docs: Part 2 - Styles, Mailings, and More

Mon, Jun 29, 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.

Chia Seed Earth

Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's learn about Earth's biomes and create a unique, grassy Earth using chia seeds!

Video Podcasting - From Idea to Setup

Mon, Jun 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.

Seed Potting

Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Unearth your green thumb this summer, and learn about what it takes to raise these summer plants! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Shooting Manual: Lowkey Photography

Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

506 | Production Studio

Shift out of auto and take control! In this hands-on class, you'll learn to master manual camera settings and use shadow and contrast to create dramatic, professional-quality, low-key images. Bring your camera--lighting equipment provided.

Beaded Snakes

Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Unleash these slithering earth-based reptiles. Did you know there are over 3,900 species of snakes? Which snake can you imitate?

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jun 30, 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.

Sewn Aprons - In the Makerspace!

Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Let's sew an apron! This will be a beginner friendly sewing project, but experience with a sewing machine is preferred.

This event is full

Monthly Tour of the Main Library

Wed, Jul 01, 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.

Monumental History: The Story of Arkansas's Replica Liberty Bell - Legacies & Lunch July 2026

Wed, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Kristin Dutcher Mann will explore the history of Arkansas’s replica Liberty Bell, detailing its roots in postwar economic policy and discussing how it came to its permanent home in the Bicentennial Memorial on the Arkansas State Capitol grounds.

Homemade Dino Nuggets

Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Today we will test our kitchen skills and make homemade chicken nuggets! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Production Studio Orientation

Thu, Jul 02, 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.

Paper Plate Dinosaurs

Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

We will use paper plates and construction paper to create cute little dino pals.

Dinosaur Mini Golf

Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Join us for a fun mini golf obstacle course inspired by the most ferocious dinosaurs!

Podcast Mics & Recording 101

Mon, Jul 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

506 | Production Studio

Learn to make your podcasts and content sound great! Explore the differences between common types of mics; how to connect and use an audio interface; and how to record clean, clear audio on a computer using simple software. No experience required.

Prehistoric Sculptures

Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

What did the dinosaurs really look like? Teens are invited to join us in sculpting their interpretations out of air dry clay! Event in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Dinosaur Pasta Salad

Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Which dinosaurs were herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores? We'll explore dinosaur diets while enjoying a yummy snack of our own.

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jul 07, 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.

Terrarium Takeover

Wed, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Bring a little piece of nature indoors at our Terrarium Takeover! In this hands-on workshop, patrons will learn the basics of plant care and ecosystems while creating their own mini terrarium to take home.

Coding with Fiero Code - Intro to Coding Language Series

Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

012 | Arvest Computer Classroom

Have you ever wanted to learn how to code but don’t know where to begin?

Dinosaur Puzzles

Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

We will turn blank puzzles in to relaxing, prehistoric pieces of art! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Q-Tip Dinosaur Skeletons

Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Recreate mini versions of Dinosaur skeletons using Q-Tips.