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Paws to Read

2026-10-12 16:00:00 2026-10-12 17:00:00 America/Chicago Paws to Read Practice reading with a certified therapy dog. Rooker Library - Meeting Room

Monday, October 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Rooker Library

Meeting Room

Practice reading with a certified therapy dog.

Questions about this program? Please contact the Oley E. Rooker Library at 501.907.5991 or email askcals@cals.org

All abilities are welcome. To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations, call 501.918.3069 or email hzbinden@cals.org 7 business weekdays before a program.

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers ages 3-5 | Pre-teens ages 9-12 | Kids ages 6-8 |

EVENT TYPE: | Literature & Language | Community Resource |

Rooker Library

Hours

About the branch

Oley E. Rooker Library is located in the southwestern area of Little Rock. The 13,500 square foot building provides books, audiovisual, and electronic materials for children, teens, and adults, as well as public computers, wireless access, programs for all age groups, and a meeting room.

Upcoming Events

Papel Picado Workshop

Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a simple craft workshop. Families will learn what papel picado is, look at examples, and then fold and cut colorful tissue paper/lightweight construction paper to create banners to take home.

Mon, Sep 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Tue, Sep 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Ami

Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's Area

Join us this month as we take off on preschool adventures that the kiddos will surely enjoy!

Wed, Sep 23, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

We gather once a week with homeschooled kids in the community and have fun hanging out learning cool stuff.

Thu, Sep 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Kids Paint and Sip Art Class - Ages 6-12

Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Meeting Room

A guided art program where children will follow along with an instructor to create their own themed painting while enjoying a juice box “sip” during the activity.

Chair Yoga - Self-Care Saturday

Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chair yoga with certified instructor Candace O. If you have limited mobility but still want to enhance your health with a gentle introduction into yoga, we welcome your presence.

Community Yoga - Self-Care Saturday

Sat, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Yoga for adults is led by certified instructor Michelle P. This class is for all levels and will have you feeling accomplished. Mats can be provided.

Sound Bath Meditation - Self-Care Saturday

Sat, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meditation for adults with Certified instructor Sara T. This is a unique experience using sound frequencies to facilitate meditation. Mats can be provided upon request.

Mon, Sep 28, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Tue, Sep 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Ami

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's Area

Join us this month as we take off on preschool adventures that the kiddos will surely enjoy!

Wed, Sep 30, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

We gather once a week with homeschooled kids in the community and have fun hanging out learning cool stuff.

Thu, Oct 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Family Pumpkin Painting Party

Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Families can get creative together as they paint and decorate pumpkins with fun, colorful, and spooky designs.

Walk U Thru It - line dancing

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to line dance with the latest moves. This instructive class will have you moving and grooving with enthusiasm!

Mon, Oct 05, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Tue, Oct 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Ami

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's Area

Tuesdays are for storytime, and this month is filled with Autumn adventures! Click for more information.

Wed, Oct 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

We gather once a week with homeschooled kids in the community and have fun hanging out learning cool stuff. Click to find out what we're doing.

Thu, Oct 08, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Banned Book Bingo

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Banned Book Bingo is a fun kids’ program where participants play bingo using pictures of commonly banned and challenged children’s books, with prizes for getting a bingo.

Self-Care Saturday - Chair Yoga

Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chair yoga with certified instructor Candace O. If you have limited mobility but still want to enhance your health with a gentle introduction into yoga, we welcome your presence.

Self-Care Saturday - sound bath meditation

Sat, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meditation for adults with Certified instructor Sara T. This is a unique experience using sound frequencies to facilitate meditation. Mats can be provided upon request. Join us!

Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room

Practice reading with a certified therapy dog.

Tue, Oct 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Ami

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's Area

Tuesdays are for storytime, and this month is filled with Autumn adventures! Click for more information.

Wed, Oct 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

We gather once a week with homeschooled kids in the community and have fun hanging out learning cool stuff. Click to find out what we're doing.

Thu, Oct 15, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Learn to speak English; it's FUN! Morning classes M-T-W-TH 9 a.m.-12, and EVENING CLASSES on M/W 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to arkansaslanguage.org

Adult Paint Night

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Continuing seasonal guided paint program with Sarah E. - Everything is provided for you to create your own masterpiece. 20 slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Health Fair Fall Festival

Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Join Us for a Free Community Event: Health Screenings, Nutrition, Healthy Aging/Living, Games, Food, and Prizes!