Name: Plant Bingo!
Start: 2026-11-14T12:00
End: 2026-11-14T14:00
Location: Main Library

Hours

About the branch

Upcoming Events

Showtime and More at Main

Thu, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

A free community program combining entertainment, meaningful conversation, and valuable resources to support personal growth and lifelong learning.

Autumn Friendship Bracelets

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Learn to use embroidery thread and knots to create these charmed friendship bracelets in your favorite fall colors. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Science Sparks: Pasta Fountain

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Learn about the Mould Effect and defying gravity with this fun pasta experiment!

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Oct 16, 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.

3rd Friday Job Search Help

Fri, Oct 16, 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.

Game Show Greats

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come play some classic game shows and win fun prizes! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Team up and compete against your friends in this twist on a classic game!

Renaissance Faire

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 2:30pm

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Good Sirs and Ladies! Let it be known throughout the land that the Main Library will soon be immersed in history and fantasy. We bid all ages welcome to this event. We do summon thee to come dressed in your finest attire.

Minecraft Monster Art

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Minecraft is full of monsters! Today we will make art inspired by them while using perler beads!

Fall Paper Wreaths

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Teens can cut and glue fall leaves, ghosts, and pumpkins out of construction paper and create these festive fall wreaths to decorate for the upcoming holiday. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 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.

Makerspace - Halloween Cookie Magnets

Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Recreate nostalgia and paint your own magnet inspired by Pillsbury Halloween cookies.

Teen Book Club

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

232 | Teen Center Digital Program Room

In this teen book club we will be focusing on banned books and/or books that have LGBTQ representation. This book club is all inclusive and open to everyone age 13-18.

Salt Painting

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Lets make some 3D autumnal art with salt and watercolors! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

DIY Hummingbird Feeders

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Let's create a special treat for our tiny, feathered friends!

Beyond the Grant - Diversifying Funds for Greater Impact

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Funding your mission takes more than grants. Join nonprofit and community leaders to explore ways to diversify revenue, build strategic partnerships, attract corporate support, and create sustainable funding beyond traditional grants.

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Oct 21, 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.

Self-Care & Sip

Wed, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Slow down and recharge with refreshing alcohol-free drinks, journaling, relaxation activities, and meaningful conversation.

Painting with Bob Ross

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

In this program, we will make some fall "happy trees". No materials required, just good vibes! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Halloween Silicone Bead Bracelets

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Elevate your bracelet making skills with some spooky Halloween themed silicone beads!

Puzzle Time

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Get together and build an autumn themed puzzle with your peers! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Monster Popcorn

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Mix and Match some sweet and salty snacks to create the perfect monster popcorn!

Author Talk: David Stricklin Talks Al Stricklin

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

David Stricklin in conversation with Carmie Henry will discuss his new book Brother Al Stricklin Now: Memories of a Texas Playboy.

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Oct 23, 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.

Game Show Greats

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Come play some classic game shows and win fun prizes! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Keep it in Mind- Memory Games

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Get to know each other and yourself in these fun, collaborative memory games!

Pink & Powerful: Breast Health Awareness

Fri, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Join us for an empowering breast-health discussion focused on awareness, screenings, early detection, and helpful community resources.

Day of the Dead / Día de Muertos

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm

CALS is thrilled to invite you to our Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival! Join us on Saturday, October 24, at Main Library for a lively and colorful celebration of culture and heritage.

Day of the Dead Festival Craft Corner - Drop in, All Ages Welcome!

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm

In CALS Parking Lot

The event is free to attend and parking is free with validation in the library lot/deck (as space is available).

ENGAGE Civic Academy for Teens

Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

232 | Teen Center Digital Program Room

Earn community service hours while learning how to make a real difference in your community. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

DIY Halloween Masks

Mon, Oct 26, All day

131 | Martin Children's Center

Halloween is around the corner! Get crafty and make your own spooky Halloween mask.

Drop-in Tech Help

Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 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.

Intro to Building a Website - Part 3

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

012 | Arvest Computer Classroom

We will learn an introduction on creating a websites with a database called Fiero Code. This is the last part of the series, where we will begin with an intro to JavaScipt. *Please bring library card to access database

Faux Bug Jars

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Capture some creepy crawlies in these DIY faux bug jars! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Pumpkin Ring Toss

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Play some fun fall-themed minute-to-win it games with your friends!

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Oct 28, 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.

Pumpkin Clay Molds

Wed, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Use clay and pumpkin-shaped molds to create charming decorative pumpkins for your fall décor.

Ghost Pillows

Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

235 | Makerspace

Some sewing experience is required. Use the sewing machine to make a cute ghost pillow!

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DIY Halloween Treat Packs

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Learn how to make cute little paper treat packets for holding candy or prizes!

Spooky Party

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Can you withstand these spooky and weird dares? Come by and see! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Costume Exchange

Thu, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Give gently used costumes a second life by exchanging them for something new-to-you before Halloween.

Halloween Slime

Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

Make Halloween themed slime from glue, and top it with fun fall-themed charms. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Oct 30, 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.

Caramel Apple Bar

Fri, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

230 | Teen Center Program Room

It's almost Halloween! Come have a treat before you trick-or-treat and make your own custom bite of caramel apple! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Scary Campfire Stories

Fri, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Kids beware, you're in for a scare! Gather 'round the campfire to listen to our spooooky tales, if you dare...

Makerspace Halloween Party

Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Celebrate Halloween in the makerspace! Make crafts, have snacks, and listen to some spooky tunes. Costumes are welcome!

Halloween Bash!

Sat, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

131 | Martin Children's Center

Happy Halloween! We will have treats, games and mystery crafts for our spooky guests! Come in costume...if you dare.

Monthly Tour of the Main Library

Wed, Nov 04, 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.

Storytime & Crafts

Wed, Nov 04, 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.

Interpreting the Trail of Tears Along the Arkansas River - Legacies & Lunch November 2026

Wed, Nov 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

During National Native American Heritage Month, Aaron Boswell will discuss the development of an interpretive strategy for the Arkansas River water route of the Trail of Tears, created through his work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Showtime and More at Main

Thu, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

A free community program combining entertainment, meaningful conversation, and valuable resources to support personal growth and lifelong learning.

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Nov 06, 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.

Beaded Bag Charms - In the makerspace!

Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Add some whimsy to your bag with a bag charm! Made with beads and charms, these can clip onto a bag of your choice.

2026 Genealogy Workshop - featuring Dr. Margarita Lila Rosa

Sat, Nov 07, 9:00am - 3:00pm

529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom

Discover your family's history in this free immersive, full-day workshop led by Dr. Margarita Rosa. Learn how to uncover hidden records, build a meaningful family tree, and interpret historical documents that bring your ancestors' stories to life.

Brunchata pt 2

Sat, Nov 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm

6th Floor | Rooftop Terrace

Get moving and learn the basics of popular Latin dances in this energetic and beginner-friendly workshop. Patrons will enjoy music, movement, and fun while exploring the rhythms of latin dancing.

ENGAGE Civic Academy for Teens

Sat, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

232 | Teen Center Digital Program Room

Earn community service hours while learning how to make a real difference in your community. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.

Fall Doormat Painting

Tue, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 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 fall-themed doormat to take home and display.

Junk Journals - In the makerspace!

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

235 | Makerspace

Take time to start or continue working on your junk journal in the company of others!

Storytime & Crafts

Fri, Nov 13, 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.

Plant Bingo!

Sat, Nov 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

504 | Adult Programming Room

Grab your plant loving friends and come play some plant Bingo! We will have plants and plant accessories as prizes.

The Culinary Expedition Series - Budyń

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

507 | Teaching Kitchen

Let's travel around and discover new foods from different cultures! This class we will travel to Poland and learn how to make Budyń!

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Plant Bingo!

Saturday, November 14
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

Questions about this program? Please contact the CALS location directly using the contact information by scrolling to the bottom of this page or emailing askcals@cals.org.

Main Library

Main Library

Upcoming Events

Plant Bingo!

Saturday, November 1412:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

Questions about this program? Please contact the CALS location directly using the contact information by scrolling to the bottom of this page or emailing askcals@cals.org.

Main Library

Main Library

Upcoming Events

Saturday, November 14
12:00pm - 2:00pm