Upcoming Events

Join us for a special Cat in the Hat storytime and get entered to win 4 tickets to the April 15^th show Cat in the Hat – Live on Stage! at the ArcBest Performing Arts Center in Fort Smith.

Homeschoolers, come join us as we continue our series on beginning drawing! (If you missed the first sessions, no problem! Come join us anyway!) Geared toward 4th grade and up, but younger siblings welcome with adult.

It’s not every year that the United States of America turns 250 years old! The Genealogy Department invites you to join us each month in 2026 for a special event celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Kids of all ages and their families are invited to join the Main Library for a very special stuffed animal themed storytime.  Children are encouraged to bring a favorite stuffed animal friend to listen to stories and songs with.  After s

STEAM Team is a hands-on program for children ages 8-12 who are curious about science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Participants will have a chance to build fun stuff, be active, make art, and even make a mess!

Join this month’s class to dig into your Irish roots. Learn resources and strategies to help you cross the pond and learn about Irish Genealogy. 

St. Patrick’s Day themed stories and crafts led by our staff storyteller. This event is for pre-school and elementary school aged children.  

St. Patrick’s Day themed stories and crafts led by our staff storyteller. This event is for pre-school and elementary school aged children.  

Join us at the Miller Branch Library for Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who (Rated G) and some cute elephant crafts. FREE and all supplies provided!

Storytime at the Dallas Street Branch is for children and their adults.  Lasting about 30 minutes, children and their families will enjoy stories, books, music, snacks, and crafts.   Storytime will often have themes reflecting the s

Storytime at the Dallas Street Branch is for children and their adults.  Lasting about 30 minutes, children and their families will enjoy stories, books, music, snacks, and crafts.   Storytime will often have themes reflecting the s

Join us for a playful, creative class where imagination comes to life! Design and decorate your own Shrinky Dink artwork, then see it transform as it shrinks into a sturdy mini creation. Make a custom keychain or charm.

Come learn how to draw some silly drawings! FSPL staff member Katelyn Smith will lead this fun and interactive event, designed for school aged children. Free and no registration or library card required.

Storytime at the Dallas Street Branch is for children and their adults.  Lasting about 30 minutes, children and their families will enjoy stories, books, music, snacks, and crafts.   Storytime will often have themes reflecting the s

Storytime at the Dallas Street Branch is for children and their adults.  Lasting about 30 minutes, children and their families will enjoy stories, books, music, snacks, and crafts.   Storytime will often have themes reflecting the s

School age children and teens are invited to join the Once Upon a Stitch crochet club! Whether a beginner or an expert, join us to learn the basics of crochet and expand your skills.

Join us for a few rounds of trivia about your favorite wizards, and some Harry Potter specialty drinks. Play solo or up to 4 on a team. Families are welcome. The winner will receive a free drink from Dewey's!

Join us at the Main Library for a special afternoon storytime featuring a member of the Fort Smith Police Department!  Afterward, stick around and ask the officer any questions you might have regarding their job.

Storytime at the Dallas Street Branch is for children and their adults.  Lasting about 30 minutes, children and their families will enjoy stories, books, music, snacks, and crafts.   Storytime will often have themes reflecting the s

Storytime at the Dallas Street Branch is for children and their adults.  Lasting about 30 minutes, children and their families will enjoy stories, books, music, snacks, and crafts.   Storytime will often have themes reflecting the s