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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
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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Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Dec 16, 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.
Dreidel Games
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's have some fun playing the classic Hanukkah game, Dreidel! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Let's Make Latkes!
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us in making these delicious potato pancakes, traditionally served during the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah!
Video Production Studio Orientation
Wed, Dec 17, 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.
This event is full
Storytime
Wed, Dec 17, 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 Ornaments
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Unleash your creativity and make a beautiful, personalized ornament to cherish for years to come! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Dipped Marshmallow Pops
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's be creative and enjoy a tasty treat with these chocolate dipped marshmallow snacks!
Holiday Cookie Bake Off
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Rolling out dough and good vibes!! Join us for a sweet time baking and taste-testing our way to the ultimate holiday treat! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Scrabble Tile Name Ornaments
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Personalize your own ornaments with scrabble letter tiles! Great to make for yourself or to give as gifts!
Storytime
Fri, Dec 19, 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.
Handmade Holidays
Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Come make your very own gifts and crafts for the holiday season! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only. Supplies are limited. 12/5 Melted Bead Ornaments 12/12 Ugly Sweater Beanies 12/19 DIY Snow Globes 12/26 Hand-Rolled Beeswax Candles
Holiday Cookie Craze
Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Santa Claus is coming to town! How about a fun spin on his cookies this year? Let's bake and decorate this yummy Christmas treat!
Mug Decorating
Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
235 | Makerspace
Come decorate a mug to sip from this Holiday season! We will be using the Cricut and mug heat press during this program.
This event is full
How the Grinch Stole Christmas Storytime
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
131 | Martin Children's Center
"Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot".. Join us for a magical storytime as we read Dr. Seuss' classic, How The Grinch Stole Christmas! We will read the book, enjoy crafts, games, music and cocoa! Pajamas are welcomed!
Your Digital Library - Movies, Music, and More
Mon, Dec 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
Find out how you can use your CALS card to stream great content for free from Kanopy, Hoopla, Freegal, and more.
Rescheduled
Your Digital Library - Movies, Music, and More
Mon, Dec 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
New date Monday, December 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
Find out how you can use your CALS card to stream great content for free from Kanopy, Hoopla, Freegal, and more.
Gingerbread Cooking Decorating
Mon, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Warm up your holiday season with the sweetest tradition! Join us for a fun and festive program as we turn gingerbread men into colorful, edible works of art.
DIY Kwanzaa Unity Cups & Hanukkah Candles
Mon, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Celebrate the season of light and unity with a hands-on craft session to create a Kwanzaa Unity Cup and Hanukkah Candle. Learn the meaning behind each tradition while designing something beautiful. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Wrapping Paper Extravaganza
Tue, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Running out of wrapping paper? No worries! We've got you covered. Bring an extra personal touch to your gifts by decorating your own wrapping paper!
Last Minute Gift-o-Rama
Tue, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Still looking for that perfect present? Come to the library and craft a gift made with love! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Cancelled
Storytime
Wed, Dec 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
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, Dec 26, 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.
Finger Knitting 101
Fri, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Learn the basics finger knitting and how to create some of your favorite winter accessories!
Handmade Holidays
Fri, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Come make your very own gifts and crafts for the holiday season! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only. Supplies are limited. 12/5 Melted Bead Ornaments 12/12 Ugly Sweater Beanies 12/19 DIY Snow Globes 12/26 Hand-Rolled Beeswax Candles
New Year, New Vision
Mon, Dec 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Kick off the year 2026 with creativity and purpose! Join us to craft your own vision board full of goals, dreams, and inspiration for the year ahead. Let’s make 2026 your best year yet! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Fireworks Painting
Mon, Dec 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
2026 is almost here! Let’s celebrate by making colorful fireworks paintings using paint and black paper.
Self-Care Solutions
Tue, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Let's make some self-care DIY's to get us through the winter! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only. 12/2 Sugar Scrub 12/30 Bath Salts
Paper Bag Shimmering Stars
Tue, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Using paper bags and a paper snowflake cutting technique, we'll create large shimmering stars to set the mood for the New Year!
Storytime
Wed, Dec 31, 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.
New Years Eve Gear
Wed, Dec 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Ditch the generic New Years Eve accessories and create gear with your own custom-made style! We will supply all the necessary materials needed to create unique 2026-inspired headbands and glasses. Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
New Year Goal Jars
Wed, Dec 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Let's go into 2026 Strong! Today we will be hand painting beautiful jars that will symbolize everything that we wish to accomplish in the new year!
Storytime
Fri, Jan 02, 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.
Canva Basics
Mon, Jan 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Google Docs: Part 1 - The Basics
Wed, Jan 07, 9:30am - 11:00am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Google Docs is a free and accessible writing tool used by millions and designed for collaboration. In this introductory class, you'll learn all the basics you need to feel comfortable in Docs.
Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Feild Notes on Little Rock - Legacies & Lunch January 2026
Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
Join us to hear from Charles Feild about his book Feild Notes on Little Rock: History and Memoir 1622-2024.
Storytime
Fri, Jan 09, 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.
AI and You
Mon, Jan 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Dip into the growing world of artificial intelligence. We'll talk about what it is, how it works, and the conversations surrounding it. Then, we'll discuss how to use AI tools in your everyday life.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
Google Docs: Part 2 - Styles, Mailings, and More
Wed, Jan 14, 9:30am - 11:00am
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
Elevate your document's appeal! Learn to provide visual cues for better comprehension, collaborate effectively, and use other tools to make your document attractive and functional.
Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Build Your Skills with LinkedIn Learning
Thu, Jan 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
013 | The Hatcher Agency Computer Classroom
We'll show you LinkedIn Learning, a video-based online learning platform that focsues on business skills, technology skills, and creative skills. The best part? It's free with your CALS card!
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