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Homeschool Hangout

2026-11-04 13:00:00 2026-11-04 14:00:00 America/Chicago Homeschool Hangout 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. Rooker Library -

Wednesday, November 04
1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Rooker Library

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.

WED 11/04= Science: Blubber Glove Experiment - kids will explore how animals like seals, whales, and polar bears stay warm in freezing environments by creating a "blubber glove" that they will test in icy water.

WED 11/18= Engineering: Thanksgiving Parade Float Challenge - inspired by Balloons Over Broadway, kids will design and create their own miniature parade floats using a variety of craft and recycled materials.

WED 11/25= Math: Fall Escape Room - kids will work together to complete a fall - themed escape room filled with hidden clues, puzzles, codes, and challenges.

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: | Teens ages 12-19 | Pre-teens ages 9-12 | Kids ages 6-8 |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Science & Nature | Literature & Language | Fun & Play | Food & Drink | Community Resource | Arts/Crafts |

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

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!

Mon, Oct 19, 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 20, 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 20, 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 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

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Oct 21, 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 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

Kids Paint and Sip Art Class - ages 6-12

Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Kids Paint & Sip Night is a family-friendly art program where participants will create a guided painting while enjoying a juice box. 20 spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Adult Craft Hour - suncatchers

Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

If you like to puzzle, this is your craft for the year. We are putting together acrylic-painted puzzle suncatchers under the instruction of Sarah E. Join us!

Mon, Oct 26, 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 27, 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 27, 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 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

Homeschool Hangout

Wed, Oct 28, 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 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

Mon, Nov 02, 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

Rooker Readers - after-school reading club

Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

After-school program where kids can practice reading, build confidence, and discover new books with the help of library staff and volunteers (great time for teens to get volunteer hours).

Tue, Nov 03, 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

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Children's Area

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

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 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