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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 |

Main Library
Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Joe Hudak
Hours
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Main Library

Today's hours

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

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

Upcoming Events

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Canva Basics
Wed, May 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Learn to use Canva to easily create great-looking promotional materials for your event, small business, or organization. It's free and web-based, and you can use it with all your social media platforms.
Storytime
Wed, May 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.
DIY Stress Balls
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Final exams are approaching! Let's relax by making quick and easy stress balls to prepare for the end of the school year. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
DIY Foam Stamps
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Learn how to make easy, DIY stamps
Beaded Lip Balm Charms
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens are invited to come in and make a charm that turns their new lip balm into a decorative keychain. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Paper Succulents and Mushrooms
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's make 3D paper succulents and/or mushrooms.
Cricut 101 - In the Makerspace!
Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Learn the basics of a Cricut cutting machine in this program. We will go over Cricut Design Space, parts of the machine, vocabulary, and things we can make!
This event is full
Storytime
Fri, May 15, 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.
3rd Friday Job Search Help
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
012 | Arvest Computer Classroom
Every 3rd Friday of the month come learn what library resources can help you on your job search!
Beaded Garden Stakes
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using beads and cabinet knobs, we'll create colorful garden stakes to add a bit of whimsy to any garden or plant!
Poke Bowl Bar
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with this easy, tasty dish! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Mid-May Podcast Showcase
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
506 | Production Studio
Come see what happens when everyday people pick up a camera, dial in their lighting, and decide they have something worth saying. This showcase features work from local podcast creators who built their shows from the ground up.
Jar It Up: Mason Jar Salad Prep
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 3:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Learn how to create healthy, convenient meals using mason jar salads. Patrons will learn how to layer ingredients properly to keep meals fresh and ready to go.
Digital Bob Ross Paint-Along
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Try your hand at digital art by painting along with Bob Ross! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Drop-in Production Help
Mon, May 18, 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!
Hand-Drawn Pins
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Teens can use shrink plastic to create hand-drawn flair pins. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Window Portraits
Mon, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using paint markers, we will take turns tracing each other’s faces on the windows in the Martin Children’s Center!
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 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.
Finals Destress Fest
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
It's almost the end of the school year! Let's take a breather from finals with some relaxing activities! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Tissue Paper Sunsets
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We'll layer ripped tissue paper over cardboard to create a stunning sunset scene.
Production Studio Orientation
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 3:00pm
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.
This event is full
Storytime
Wed, May 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.
Sweet & Crunchy: Apple Nachos Demo
Wed, May 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Looking for a fun and healthy snack idea? Join us for Apple Nachos, a quick and creative program where participants will learn how to turn simple apple slices into a delicious snack.
Rock Star Tech Tips
Wed, May 20, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Be a technology rock star. This class teaches you tips, tricks, and shortcuts that tech professionals take for granted.
Sushi Showdown
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
What types of delicious sushi can you make? Find out during our Sushi Showdown program, where you’ll test your creativity and taste buds and have a chance to win prizes! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Fairy Mirrors
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We will be bringing the forest elements inside to decorate small face mirrors.
Vibe Coding
Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Explore vibe coding, the AI trend that's helping anyone create functional apps, regardless of their level of traditional coding skills. We'll get into Lovable, an AI tool specifically designed for vibe coding.
Creative Play with Luna - In the Makerspace!
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Join local artist Luna Bramlett in the makerspace! She will be teaching adults how to play again through the process of art making. Come have fun and make art with no rules!
This event is full
DIY Tarot Cards
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Put your creativity to the test as we design our own Tarot/playing cards.
Kandi Bracelets
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Learn to weave Kandi cuffs and bracelets, and take one home with you! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Storytime
Fri, May 22, 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.
PC Breakdown
Fri, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
501 | Drs. Jay and Paulette Mehta 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.
Summer Bucket List
Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
We'll use a customizable, paper "bucket" to fill with bucket list items. You can use bucket list items that are premade or create your own! Throughout the summer, pull out a bucket list item and complete it to make your own fun filled summer.
Crafting Memories: Mini Origami Photo Album
Fri, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's make some crafts to hold all our summer memories! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Make ChatGPT Your Assistant
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Learn how to use ChatGPT to draft emails and documents faster, summarize reports and research, generate ideas and outlines, and automate everyday writing tasks.
Coffee & Crafts - In the Makerspace!
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Sip on coffee, socialize, and take advantage of the craft supplies in the Makerspace! This will be a light version of Makerspace open hours.
This event is full
Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
Sat, May 23, 11:30am - 1:30pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
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.
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Walk U Thru It Line Dancing
Sat, May 23, 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.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 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.
Painted Rock Cacti
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Make a cactus plant that will never die! We'll paint rocks to look like cacti, that can forever be apart of your spring or summer decor.
Artistic Accessories: Mini CD Keychains
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Add some customization to you style with these fun DIY's! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Shooting Manual: Lowkey Photography
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
506 | Production Studio
Shift out of auto and take control! In this hands-on class, you'll learn to master manual camera settings and use shadow and contrast to create dramatic, professional-quality, low-key images. Bring your camera--lighting equipment provided.
Storytime
Wed, May 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.
That Retro Look - Pixel Art
Wed, May 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Retro pixel art graphics are back! In this class, we'll show you how to make pixel art and animations using Piskel, a free, web-based tool.
Yarn Butterflies
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Today we will be using popsicle sticks and yarn to make sweet little butterflies!
3D Pen Jewelry
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's get creative with our STEM tools and make 3D pen jewelry! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Draw Your Dream Garden - In the Makerspace!
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Map out your dream garden! Draw your vegetable garden, flower beds, or ideal patio layout. Whether you bring your ideas to life is up to you!
Young Entrepreneurs
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Take steps in creating a product and marketing a business. This class aims to encourage young entrepreneurial mindsets and inspire new ways to make money at a young age. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Paper Towel Roll Birds
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Tweet your way into the library and make little birds out of recycled paper towel rolls!
Storytime
Fri, May 29, 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.
Fairy Garden-in-a-Jar
Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Create a hangout spot for the fairies this summer! Using materials from nature, we'll make a cozy little garden in jars.
Confetti Shaker Bookmarks
Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Start your summer read with these easy, colorful bookmarks! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
CALS Field Day
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let’s celebrate the start of summer with outdoor activities and popsicles!
Monthly Tour of the Main Library
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Unveiling the History of the USCT in Arkansas - Legacies & Lunch June 2026
Wed, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
Historian Ronnie Nichols and sculptor Vinnie Bagwell will discuss the history of the U.S. Colored Troops in Arkansas and the new monument erected in CALS Library Square to commemorate their service.
Coding with Fiero Code - Intro to Coding Language Series
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Have you ever wanted to learn how to code but don’t know where to begin?
Cave Painting - In the Makerspace!
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Go back in time and take part in the prehistoric art of cave painting! We will be using natural pigments, charcoal, and paint to decorate the "cave walls" of the makerspace.
Create Your Own Prehistoric Discovery
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 2:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Step back in time and become a paleontologist for the day! In this hands-on workshop, patrons will create their own fossil casts using molding clay and fossil replicas. Learn how fossils form and take home your very own prehistoric creation.
Lava Loaded Nachos
Fri, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
Get ready for a snack that erupts with flavor! In this hands-on program, Patrons will build their own “volcano” nachos with layers of chips, cheese, and toppings. Watch your creation come together like a tasty eruption!
Community Resources Bingo
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us in the Community Resources Lounge for a bingo! Attendees can enjoy snacks while socializing and enjoying some lighthearted fun. Patrons will be able to play multiple rounds of Bingo for the chance to win exciting prizes. All are welcome!
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