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Dia de Muertos / Day of the Dead skull and flowers in blue and purple with orange flowers

Day of the Dead / Día de Muertos
2026-10-24 11:00:00 2026-10-24 14:00:00 America/Chicago Day of the Dead / Día de Muertos 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. Main Library -

Saturday, October 24
11:00am - 2:00pm

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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.

This joyous event will feature beautiful altars (ofrendas) adorned with photos, marigolds, and mementos, honoring our loved ones who have passed. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere with live music, savor delicious traditional Mexican food, and explore stunning art installations. There will be plenty of family-friendly activities, making it a perfect day out for everyone.

Best of all, this community event is free and open to all. It's a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate life, memory, and tradition through art, music, and food. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in this special day with you.

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 | Adult (40+) | Adult (25-40) | Adult (18-24) |

EVENT TYPE: | Society & Culture | Music | History & Genealogy | Fun & Play | Food & Drink | Arts/Crafts |

Main Library
Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Eliza Borné
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We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to Veterans Day
Branch manager
Eliza Borné
Address
100 Rock Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

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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!
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Nov 17, 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. (Please note the new start time: 1:00 p.m.)
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
This event is full
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.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Nov 24, 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. (Please note the new start time: 1:00 p.m.)
Potholders
Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
504 | Adult Programming Room
Learn how to make a quilted potholder! *Some sewing experience is recommended*
This event is full
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.
Mug Cakes
Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Learn the ingredients and preparation that go into making a single serve mug cake! Events in the Teen Center are for ages 13-18 only.
Stem Challenge: Candy Corn Structures
Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
How tall can you make a structure using only candy corn and toothpicks? Find out at this program!
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Dec 01, 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. (Please note the new start time: 1:00 p.m.)
Monthly Tour of the Main Library
Wed, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 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.
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Wed, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
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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, Dec 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.
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Dec 08, 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. (Please note the new start time: 1:00 p.m.)
Storytime & Crafts
Wed, Dec 09, 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.
Storytime & Crafts
Fri, Dec 11, 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.
The Culinary Expedition Series - Buñuelos
Sat, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
507 | Teaching Kitchen
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Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
Drop-in Tech Help
Tue, Dec 15, 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. (Please note the new start time: 1:00 p.m.)
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