Name: Knife Skills
Start: 2026-08-20T16:00
End: 2026-08-20T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Main Library

Hours

About the branch

Upcoming Events

Monet Inspired Water Lilies

Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Rooted in both water and the Earth, water lilies need both earthly elements to survive. Cultivate your arty side by making these delicate flowers.

Rescheduled

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, July 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Crystal Bridges Mobile Art Lab

Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Crystal Bridges will be here with their mobile art lab. Bring your imagination and spend a morning creating a new masterpiece.

Dino Movie

Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Join us for Dino Movie Night, where families can relax and enjoy a dinosaur-themed film on the big screen.

Microsoft Excel: Part 3 - Color-Coding, Logic, and More

Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom

In Part 3, sharpen your Excel skills by learning to color-code your data automatically, protect your work from accidental changes, check your entries using Data Validation, remove duplicate information, write amazing formulas with logic, and more!

Coding with Fiero Code - Intro to Coding Language Series

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

012 | Arvest Computer Classroom

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

Dino Suncatchers

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

We will create decorative dinosaur art to shine brightly on your windows! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Slugs and Snails Oh My!

Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

131 | Martin Children's Center

Using clay and Marbles, we will create mini slugs and snails.

Pet Bandanas - In the Makerspace!

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

A beginner level sewing project, but experience with a sewing machine will be helpful! Once we sew the bandanas, we will use the Cricut to customize them.

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Bourbon & Books - Steve Straessle in conversation with Senator Tim Hutchinson

Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Senator Tim Hutchinson will discuss his memoir From Spavinaw to DC: A Conservative's Journey Through Faith, Farm Life and the Fight for America.

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Jul 24, 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.

Dino-Mite Yogurt Creations

Fri, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Dig into a delicious and creative treat at our Dino Yogurt Bar! Patrons will build their own prehistoric-themed yogurt parfaits using a variety of toppings to create edible “dinosaur landscapes.”

Potsherd Faux Kintsugi

Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Learn about the Japanese art of kintsugi by breaking and remaking out own pottery! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

3D T-Rex Puzzle - In the makerspace!

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Come put together a 3D printed t-rex puzzle that you can take home!

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Scott Davis Magic Show

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

131 | Martin Children's Center

For more than two decades Comedy Magician Scott Davis has been bringing his reading themed magic show to CALS branches. Don't miss it! Scott's engaging audience participation, jokes and magic will have your entire family entertained!

Rock It! Lab 5th Anniversary

Sat, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

For five years, the Rock It! Lab has been supporting startups, inspiring innovation, and building businesses. Join us at the River Shop to shop small, meet local entrepreneurs, and celebrate the milestone.

Unearth Your Roots: The Power of Ginger with Jet from Be Mighty

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Learn about the benefits and multicultural significance of this mighty root, while we make and enjoy a ginger-based dish. You are encouraged to bring a cultural "artifact" (such as photos or family recipes) to preserve with the Mobile Memory Lab.

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.

This event is full

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.

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.

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.

This event is full

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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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.

Macaroni Art

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

131 | Martin Children's Center

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Sand Art

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

131 | Martin Children's Center

Create unique pieces of art using sand!

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.

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!

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

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