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STEM Challenge: Stick Bridges
2026-11-03 16:00:00 2026-11-03 17:00:00 America/Chicago STEM Challenge: Stick Bridges Experiment with sticks, blocks, and other materials to build a functioning bridge. Main Library - 131 | Martin Children's Center

Tuesday, November 03
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Main Library

131 | Martin Children's Center

Experiment with sticks, blocks, and other materials to build a functioning bridge.

All abilities are welcome at CALS. To request ASL interpretation or other accommodation for a CALS library program, please submit your request at least (7) business days prior to the program by completing the Accommodation Request Form.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Science & Nature | Fun & Play |

Main Library
Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Eliza Borné
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Main Library

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We're open 9:00AM to 6:00PM

Branch manager
Eliza Borné
Address
100 Rock Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

Upcoming Events

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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!
Registration is now closed
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.
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!
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.
Gratitude Garland
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Making paper chains with strips of paper that state everything that teens are thankful for this season. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Catrinas de Papel
Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's celebrate Day of the Dead by making mini paper Catrinas!
STEM Challenge: Stick Bridges
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Experiment with sticks, blocks, and other materials to build a functioning bridge.
DIY Cloud Lamps
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Add some whimsy to your room by making this fun and easy cloud lamp DIY! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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.
Q-Tip patterned Corn Art
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using graph paper, Q-tips and fall colored paint, we will create colorful pieces of decorative paper corn.
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.
Science Sparks: Dancing Corn
Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We will learn about the reaction that takes place when you mix water, baking soda, vinegar, and corn!
Finger Knitting
Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Knitting doesn't have to be hard! Teens will learn how to knit using nothing but their hands and some yarn. Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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.
This event is full
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's use all our senses to explore our own backyard and see what we can discover!
DIY Tiny Trinket Frames
Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
One person's trash is another person's treasure. Lets personalize some picture frames with trinket treasures to display your treasured memories! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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.
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.
Dolly Fest!
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Dolly fans are invited to a celebration of all things Dolly Parton!
Popsicle Stick Scarecrows
Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's keep our crops (or gardens) safe by making small popsicle stick scarecrows!
Tic-Tac-Toe Bags
Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens will create a fun, reusable tic tac toe game by painting small rocks with different designs. Events in the Rice 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.
Piece it Together
Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Kids will pass their papers around the table to create two collaborative works of art - one to take home, and one that will live at the library!
Autumnal Spice Paints
Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Lets use some colorful spices to make our own natural pigments to paint with! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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!
Veteran's Day Craft
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make homemade cards and paper crafts to celebrate the veterans in your life!
Veteran's Day Letters
Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Write a letter to an important veteran in your life. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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.
Roly Poly Game Day
Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Put your game face on! Compete against others to see who can transform into different animals.
Frybread Taste Test
Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Lets celebrate Native American Heritage Month by making and testing a classic Indigenous recipe, frybread! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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.
Financial Aid 101 & Scholarship Workshop
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
LEARN ABOUT WAYS TO HELP PAY FOR COLLEGE! Join the College Access Initiative to learn about financial aid, how to search for scholarships, and how to write scholarship essays. This workshop is for teens and their parents or caregivers.
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!
This event is full
Painted Letters
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens will choose the first letter of their name and paint it to show off their style! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Turkey Windsocks
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Today we will make turkey inspired windsocks using paper towel rolls and crepe paper!
Letter Writing Workshop
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
In this workshop, kids will learn how to write a letter, address an envelope, and add some fun creative touches to personalize their snail mail. Come prepared with an address, and we'll send it out for you!
Candle Painting
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Lets customize some candles by painting and decorating them with colorful wax! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Teen Book Club
Tue, Nov 17, 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. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime & Crafts
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Woven Pumpkins
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Today will use a cardboard loom to make woven pumpkins! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Patterned Leaf Art
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Create colorful fall leaf art by creating different patterns with acrylic markers!
Showtime and More at Main
Thu, Nov 19, 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.
Drawing Stickers
Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens will have the chance to color on sticker paper to create a wide variety of stickers that show off their style. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Glove Turkeys
Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Today we will create turkeys with plastic gloves, popcorn and goldfish crackers.
Storytime & Crafts
Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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.
Birdseed Treats - In the makerspace!
Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
235 | Makerspace
Get your yard winter ready with some cute birdseed treats!
Three Sisters Mosaics
Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Kids will use symmetry and the Three Sisters - corn, squash, and beans - to create a work of art and learn about the cultural heritage of this land.
Constellation Jars
Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Lets celebrate Native American Heritage Month by making our very own constellation jars while learning about different tribes' constellation folklore! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Thanksgiving Dinner
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 3:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
At CALS we are all family and as family you are invited to Thanksgiving dinner.
Cancelled
Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
Sat, Nov 21, 11:30am - 1:30pm
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.
Unwind from the Holidays with Yoga - with Itzel Velazquez
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Destress from the holidays with a beginner level yoga session! This class will be in bilingual. All participants must sign a physical activity waiver. Adults only.
Cancelled
Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
Sat, Nov 21, 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.
Ice Cream Cone Teepees
Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's celebrate Native American heritage month by making a delicious treat.
Microwave Caramels
Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens will learn to make caramel candies in the microwave. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Air Dry Pinch Pots
Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's get our hands dirty! Today we'll be using air dry clay for a modern take on a traditional bowl-making technique.
Potholders
Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Learn how to make a quilted potholder! *Some sewing experience is recommended*
DIY Recipe Books
Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
It's almost Thanksgiving! Lets make our own recipe books to record all our favorite recipes this holiday season! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime & Crafts
Wed, Nov 25, 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.
Fall Painting Class
Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Celebrate the beauty of fall by creating a festive pumpkin painting on canvas. All experience levels are welcome.
DIY Spiced Butter
Wed, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Thanksgiving is tomorrow! Let's prepare homemade butter to pair nicely with warm rolls. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
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