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Main Library Grand Reopening Celebration
2025-10-04 09:00:00 2025-10-04 16:00:00 America/Chicago Main Library Grand Reopening Celebration The wait is over — Main Library is open! Celebrate in grand style with us at a full day of fun: ride the carousel, bounce in the house, hop on the mini train, enjoy balloon animals, face painting, and crafts. Main Library -

Saturday, October 04
9:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-04 09:00:00 2025-10-04 16:00:00 America/Chicago Main Library Grand Reopening Celebration The wait is over — Main Library is open! Celebrate in grand style with us at a full day of fun: ride the carousel, bounce in the house, hop on the mini train, enjoy balloon animals, face painting, and crafts. Main Library -

The wait is over — Main Library is open! Celebrate in grand style with us at a full day of fun: ride the carousel, bounce in the house, hop on the mini train, enjoy balloon animals, face painting, and crafts.

Teens won’t want to miss karaoke (1-3 pm). And yes, Boulevard Bread Co. will be open in the brand-new café space. Plus, grab some cotton candy or some grub from The Dogfather, Mr. Keith's Gourmet Kettle Corn, and Delicioso Tamales & Catering.

It’s a day for the whole family — we can’t wait to see you!

Explore updated spaces designed for learning, creativity, and community, including a new café, makerspace, production studio, podcast studio, teaching kitchen, and rooftop terrace. There's something for everyone! It's more than a reopening, it's a homecoming.

Your Main Library: Same address. Next chapter.

 

Schedule of Events

ALL AGES

Main Library - Reading Stairs

  • 9 am — Opening Ceremony

Parking Lot

  • Carousel and Games (all day)
  • 10 am — Philander Smith University Panther Doll Cheerleaders
  • 11 am - 12:30 pm — Music from Jason Lee Hale
  • 11 am - 1 pm — Arkansas Circus Arts Stiltwalkers
  • 12:30 pm — Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School Marching Band
  • 2 - 3 pm — Arkansas Circus Arts Hula Hoop Performer and Juggler
  • 2:30 - 4 pm — Music from Eclectic Soul

Rock It Lab!

KIDS

Main Library - Youth Center

  • 10:30 am —  Storytime
  • 11 am —  Papa Rap (music)
  • 1 pm — Vicente Yanez (balloon craft)

Main Library - Garden

  • Kindness Rock Painting in the Garden (all day)
  • Parking Lot Bounce house (all day)
  • Face Painting (all day)
  • 3 pm — Bubble/bubble wand making

TEENS

Main Library - Teen Center

  • CALS Spark Friendship Bracelets (all day)
  • 1 - 3 pm — Karaoke

ADULTS

Main Library - Technology Center

  • 11 am — Digital Treasures: Discover Your Library's Databases (Job Search Resources: Brainfuse JobNow and Cypress Resume)
  • 1:30 pm — Digital Treasures: Discover Your Library's Databases (Online learning resources: Brainfuse HelpNow, LinkedIn Learning, Learning Express, and more)
  • 3 pm — Digital Treasures: Discover Your Library's Databases (Hobby-focused databases: Creativebug, Pronunciator, ASLDeafined, AtoZ World Food)

Roberts Library

Main Library - Teaching Kitchen

  • 1:30 pm — Demo with Sweet Creations by Tiffany

 

Six Bridges Book Festival

In addition to all the exciting Grand Reopening activities and programs, we also have some Saturday festival sessions in the Main Library and around Library Square. Register to reserve your seats today!

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Parking Information

The surface parking lot will be unavailable on October 3 and 4 during the Main Library grand reopening celebration.

AGE GROUP: | Teens ages 12-19 | Preschoolers ages 3-5 | Pre-teens ages 9-12 | Kids ages 6-8 | Families | Babies & toddlers ages 0-2 | All ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Society & Culture | Small Business & Entrepreneurship | Science & Nature | Music | Literature & Language | History & Genealogy | Games | Fun & Play | Food & Drink | Arts/Crafts |

TAGS: | MainReopening |

Main Library
Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Joe Hudak
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Branch manager
Joe Hudak
Address
100 Rock Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

Upcoming Events

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Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Feb 17, 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.
Lunar New Year Paper Lanterns
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
It's the Lunar New Year! To celebrate, we're creating paper lanterns similar to the ones traditionally used during Lunar New Year celebrations.
In the Style of...
Tue, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's learn about Black artists and use their art to inspire our own works in their style! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Production Studio Orientation
Wed, Feb 18, 9:30am - 2:30pm
506 | Production Studio
Learn to operate cameras, lights, audio, and grip gear in the CALS Production Studio. This hands-on training covers basic setup, shooting, and file handling, as well as rules for working in the space, so you can create and practice independently.
Microsoft Excel: Part 3 - Color-Coding, Logic, and More
Wed, Feb 18, 9:30am - 11:30am
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!
Storytime
Wed, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
CALS Cypher
Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Do you have lyrics floating around in your head or a tune you keep humming? This Teen Songwriting Workshop is your chance to turn your ideas, feelings, and stories into finished songs! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
DIY Paper Cup Mobiles
Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using simple paper cups, we will create hanging mobiles that will add character to any space!
Video for the Web
Thu, Feb 19, 9:30am - 11:30am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Find out how to make videos that break the internet--without breaking the bank. We'll focus on editing, but also touch on best practices for shooting and uploading your content.
Surf Secure
Thu, Feb 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Protect your privacy in the digital world. You'll learn about tools like password managers and two-step verification, and best practices for online safety.
Paint Sample Bookmarks
Thu, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Need a free art project to keep the kids entertained? Learn how to use free hardware store paint samples to create adorable bookmarks!
Storytime
Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Lunchtime Craft: Weaving
Fri, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Join us in the Makerspace for a simple craft during lunchtime! This week we will be doing small cardboard weavings!
Artistic Accessories: Shrinky-Dink Earrings
Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Upgrade your looks with your own handcrafted accessories! Events in the Rice Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
History and the Making: Cornbread
Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
A snack and a history lesson! Join us as we explore the history of foods that have become staples in the black community.
Rhythm & Rhyme Adventure Time
Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Get ready to wiggle, jump, and sing! This high-energy class is designed for our youngest library visitors and their caregivers. We'll use music, scarves, shakers, and simple instruments to explore rhythm, gross motor skills, and creative movement.
PC Breakdown
Mon, Feb 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
502 | Arminta Berry Meeting Room
Ever wanted to know what's inside a computer? In this program, we'll take them apart together and talk about what makes them tick.
This event is full
Life Worth Living Book Study
Tue, Feb 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Feb 24, 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, Feb 25, 9:30am - 11:30am
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.
Shooting Manual - Lowkey Photography - Manual Mode & Light Control
Wed, Feb 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
506 | Production Studio
Learn low-key photography while mastering manual camera settings. This hands-on class uses studio lighting to teach exposure, shadows, and creative control through real-world practice.
Storytime
Wed, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Black History Month Bingo
Wed, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Celebrate Black History Month with a fun and educational Black History Month Bingo event! Patrons will enjoy a classic game of bingo while learning about influential Black leaders, culture, achievements, and historical milestones.
Storytime
Fri, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Sewn Rice Handwarmers
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Make your own handwarmers through a simple sewing project using the sewing machines in the Makerspace!
This event is full
The Culture In The Kitchen
Sat, Feb 28, 11:00am - 3:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Celebrate Black History Month through flavor and tradition with a special chef-prepared dining experience. This themed meal highlights the rich culinary contributions of Black culture, featuring dishes inspired by African and Southern roots.
Life Worth Living Book Study
Tue, Mar 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Storytime
Wed, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Monthly Tour of the Main Library
Wed, Mar 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.
Little Rock's Vice District - Legacies & Lunch March 2026
Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
This talk explores the history of commercial sex in Little Rock from the Antebellum period through World War I, situating local developments within broader national trends of vice regulation and moral reform.
Storytime
Fri, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
3D Printing Introduction
Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
In this program, we will discuss materials, the purpose of 3D printing, applications for creating a design, and how to send a file to the printer. The Main Library houses one Bambu Lab A1 printer, which is what this program will go over.
Drop-in Production Help
Mon, Mar 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
506 | Production Studio
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!
Life Worth Living Book Study
Tue, Mar 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Storytime
Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Storytime
Fri, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
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.
Collage Making - In the Makerspace!
Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Join us in the Makerspace for a fun and casual collage making program! Supplies will be provided, but feel free to also bring your own.
Life Worth Living Book Study
Tue, Mar 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
A Guide to What Matters Most by Matthew Croasmun, Miroslav Volf, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz
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