Name: DIY Pop-Tarts
Start: 2026-08-26T16:00
End: 2026-08-26T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Main Library

Hours

About the branch

Upcoming Events

Pirate Treasure Hunt

Mon, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

There is a lost pirate treasure lost in the library! Can you use a map to find the treasure and unearth the reward inside?

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Drop-in Production Help

Mon, Jul 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

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!

Unearth Your Summer Memories

Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Finish your summer at CALS off strong by scrapbooking or journaling your summer memories. Teens are invited to come in and use our supplies to decorate their mini summer scrapbooks! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Coral Reef Pasta

Tue, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Dive deep into the sea with your own colorful, funky, and unique coral reef!

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jul 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.

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

Wed, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Tricera-toss

Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Win prizes at the dinosaur inspired ring toss game! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Hatching Dino Egg Art

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

131 | Martin Children's Center

Using different types of paper and textures, we will create realistic hatching dino egg art.

Quilted Bags - In the makerspace!

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

235 | Makerspace

Let's make a quilted tote bag! This is an intermediate level sewing project that will require patrons to attend on both July 30th and 31st. Some sewing machine experience is recommended.

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Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Jul 31, 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.

Quilted Bags - In the makerspace!

Fri, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

235 | Makerspace

Let's make a quilted tote bag! This is an intermediate level sewing project that will require patrons to attend on both July 30th and 31st. Some sewing machine experience is recommended.

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Ancient Recipe Taste Test

Fri, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Let's unearth some flavors by making and tasting an ancient recipe! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Brunchata

Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 3:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Get moving and learn the basics of popular Latin dances in this energetic and beginner-friendly workshop. Patrons will enjoy music, movement, and fun as they explore the rhythms of Latin dance.

The Culinary Expedition Series - attiéké

Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Let's travel around and discover new foods from different cultures! For our first class of the series let's try and make attiéké from the country Ivory Coast. *The first 10 registrants will receive a meal kit to take home!

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Macaroni Art

Mon, Aug 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's get crafty and make artwork using uncooked pasta.

Dipped Candles

Mon, Aug 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Learn to make dipped candles. Make beeswax taper candles by dipping wicks into melted wax and allowing time to cool between layers. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Beaded Name Tags

Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

We'll use beads and keyrings to make the perfect personalized touch for your backpack, lunchbox, or notebooks.

Cozy Crafts Club

Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come chill out with some fun, cozy crafts and DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

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, Aug 05, 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.

Arkansas Made: Our State’s Rich Artistic Traditions - Legacies & Lunch August 2026

Wed, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Victoria Chandler and Jennifer Carman will explore Arkansas’s creative legacy through a series of fine and decorative objects from prehistory to present from the Arkansas Made project. Free lunch provided!

Scoops & Smiles Ice Cream Social

Wed, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Cool off with a sweet treat and great company! Patrons will enjoy ice cream, toppings, and a fun opportunity to socialize with friends and neighbors.

Emergency Locker Kit

Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Today we will make sure that we are prepped for the first day of school! Join us as we make small locker kits that will help you stay fresh before class. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Folded Paper Hedgehogs

Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Create a cute, colorful hedgehog by folding strips of paper.

Mini Perler Keychains

Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens will melt mini perler beads into fun shapes and turn them into keychains. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

DIY Uncrustables

Thu, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Learn how to make your own Uncrustable snacks!

Last Minute Teacher Prep - In the makerspace!

Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Need to get some last minute classroom prep done? Take advantage of our supplies in the makerspace! We have Cricuts, a large format printer, construction paper, markers, and several other art supplies. Coffee and tea will also be provided.

Back to School Popsicle Stick Frames

Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's make a frame perfect for first day of school photos! We'll use popsicle sticks to create a "school bus" or "notebook" frame to commemorate a new school year.

Rock Slime

Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Let's get hands-on with some textured, rocky slime making! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Collage Button Pins

Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

We will be making button pins using cut outs from magazines and old book pages. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Funfetti Popcorn

Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

We will make yummy popcorn treats made with marshmallows and sprinkles!

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Aug 11, 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.

Junk Journaling - In the Makerspace!

Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Bring your junk (receipts, tickets, stickers, brochures, pictures, etc!) and start a junk journal! Other supplies will be provided.

Cozy Crafts Club

Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come chill out with some fun, cozy crafts and DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Custom Notebooks

Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Make a notebook that is easily identifiable and special to you! Plain notebooks will be provided while supplies last.

Canva Basics

Wed, Aug 12, 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.

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Needoh Stress Balls

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Learn how to make homemade Needoh stress balls using conditioner and corn starch.

Locker Decor

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

What better way to stand out than to decorate your locker! We will make posters and magnets. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Science Sparks

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

You can be a mad scientist! Learn the science behind these fun experiments each week. 8/13 Growing Soap 8/20 Fireworks in a Cup 8/27 Elephant Toothpaste

Plush Taxidermy

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Practice the art of "vegan taxidermy" by turning small stuffed animals into works of wall art. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Acrylic Paint Basics - In the makerspace!

Fri, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Learn about brushes, techniques, surfaces, and more for acrylic painting.

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End-of-Summer Ice Cream Party

Fri, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Say goodbye to summer with one last sweet treat! Come make your own sundae and enjoy COOL hangout! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Sloth Pencil Toppers

Fri, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Add a bit of fun every time you write! We'll create adorable felt sloths to hang on your pencils (or any writing utensil) to add a little joy to your writing assignments!

Welcome Home: Painted Doormat Workshop

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Create a one-of-a-kind decorative doormat using paint, stencils, and your imagination. Patrons will design and personalize a doormat to take home and display.

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Walk U Thru It Line Dancing

Sat, Aug 15, 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.

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Walk U Thru It Line Dancing

Sat, Aug 15, 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.

Rock Star Tech Tips

Mon, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

Be a technology rock star. This class teaches you tips, tricks, and shortcuts that tech professionals take for granted.

Mosaic Art

Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Today will make art using small pieces of tiles and clay.

Paper Stars

Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Learn to fold "lucky stars" out of paper. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Aug 18, 1:30pm - 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.

Paper Plate Beach Campers

Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's soak in the last bit of the summer by making beach themed campers from paper plates!

Cozy Crafts Club

Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come chill out with some fun, cozy crafts and DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

S'more Fun Together

Wed, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Gather around for a cozy evening of gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate, and sweet memories as participants create classic and creative s'mores treats.

Backpack Keychains

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Let's make 3D printer pen keychains for our backpacks, purses or even lockers! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Sand Art

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Create unique pieces of art using sand!

Pot Holders

Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

We will be making pot holders with a simple sewing project. This project is perfect for beginners!

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Knife Skills

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens will learn proper safety and technique for different knife cuts in the kitchen using safety knives and fruits/vegetables for tasting. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Science Sparks

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

You can be a mad scientist! Learn the science behind these fun experiments each week. 8/13 Growing Soap 8/20 Fireworks in a Cup 8/27 Elephant Toothpaste

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

3rd Friday Job Search Help

Fri, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

012 | Arvest Computer Classroom

Every third Friday of the month come learn what library resources can help you on your job search! Resume help will be available.

Retro Game Lounge

Fri, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come try your hand at these retro games! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Let's Make Lemonade

Fri, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's beat the August heat with freshly squeezed and refreshing lemonade!

Messtival

Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Who says you can't make a mess? Today we will have fun in shaving cream, bubbles, slime and more!

Makerspace Art Hour

Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Bring your own project or just use the supplies of the makerspace to make something new! We will also have coloring sheets and small projects ready to work on.

Paper Portraits

Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

We will make self-portraits with cut out sheets of colorful paper!

Popsicle Stick Bookmarks

Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens are invited to come in and create bookmarks by taking popsicle sticks and painting/gluing scrapbook paper to them. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Aug 25, 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.

Cozy Crafts Club

Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come chill out with some fun, cozy crafts and DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Painted Seashells

Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Give seashells a second life! We'll combine art with nature by adding bright, beautiful colors to seashells.

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Garlic Bread Personal Pizzas

Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Learn how to make easy personal pizzas using garlic bread

DIY Pop-Tarts

Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Today we will make yummy pop-tarts using pie dough, jelly filling and icing. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

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