All library locations will be closed September 2nd for Labor Day.

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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends of the Library Non-Fiction Used Book Sale-Clearance

All Day 8/26 - 9/1
Adults, Everyone
Main
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Sales, Books & Writing
Program Description:

It's Book Sale clearance time!  Come get some great bargains on leftovers from our weekend "Non-Fiction" Sale!  The August edition of the annual Friends of the Library Used Book Sale features mostly non-fiction selections for adults

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!

All Day 9/1 - 9/30
Everyone
Main
Location: Main
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Writing, Celebrations, Special Events
Program Description:

Help celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with the Fort Smith Public Library!  Each time you use your library card during the month of September, you'll be entered to win prizes!

Library Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
All Library Locations, Main, Dallas, Miller, Windsor, Virtual
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Location: Main
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: How-To
Program Description:

Expand your taste buds with our Season Ticket kit. This month’s featured spice blend is Tangerine Hibiscus.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Wiggle Worms Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Now at the Main Library!  A love of reading starts early.  Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Main Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old.  There will be rhymes, songs,

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Exploring Your Family History: Military Records

5:30pm - 7:30pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Genealogy
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, How-To
Program Description:

The Genealogy Department invites you to monthly classes exploring areas of genealogical research methods to discover your family history.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Program Description:

Children and their caregivers are invited to the Main Library for storytime every Thursday at 10:00 AM.  Lasting about 35 minutes, storytimes feature stories, songs, puppetry, finger plays, manipulatives, and crafts.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Homeschool Enrichment: Nature Journaling

10:30am - 12:00pm
School Age, Teens
Main
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How-To
Program Description:

Join us this month as we learn about nature journaling and create our own nature journal to take home. Geared toward 4th -12th grade students, but younger siblings are welcome with an adult.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Join us for this matinee showing of 'Black Narcissus'.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

LEGO Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
School Age, Teens
Main
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Program Description:

Kids, Tweens, and Teens are invited to the Main Library to design, create, and build unique creations with the LEGO Club!  Everyone loves LEGOs; this event is free and supplies are provided – just bring your imagination!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Wiggle Worms Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Now at the Main Library!  A love of reading starts early.  Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Main Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old.  There will be rhymes, songs,

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Authors in the Afternoon with Ryan Wight

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Main
Location: Main
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Sales, Books & Writing
Program Description:

Local author Ryan Wight will appear at the Main Library to promote and sign copies of his book, Star Brink 1: The Crash.  A simple hunting trip for Jack Grives becomes complicated when an alien starship crashes near him.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Crafts: Book Page Pumpkins

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Celebrate the fall season with a creative twist. In this program, participants will transform old book pages into charming, book-themed pumpkin. No registration required but limited to the first 12 attendees.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Program Description:

Children and their caregivers are invited to the Main Library for storytime every Thursday at 10:00 AM.  Lasting about 35 minutes, storytimes feature stories, songs, puppetry, finger plays, manipulatives, and crafts.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "School Age" group.

STEAM Team

3:30pm - 6:00pm
School Age
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Program Description:

STEAM Team is a program for children ages 8-12 who have an interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The STEAM Team will have a chance to build fun stuff, be active, make art, and even make a mess!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Wiggle Worms Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Now at the Main Library!  A love of reading starts early.  Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Main Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old.  There will be rhymes, songs,

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Program Description:

Children and their caregivers are invited to the Main Library for storytime every Thursday at 10:00 AM.  Lasting about 35 minutes, storytimes feature stories, songs, puppetry, finger plays, manipulatives, and crafts.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Lover's Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Campbell Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing
Program Description:

Read a good book lately?  Come tell us about it at The Book Lover’s Club!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Mic Night

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Dewey's Café
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Performances
Program Description:

Poets, musicians, and other talented folks - come join us for this casual, fun event. Just show up, no need to register. Showcase your talent, or just come out to listen and enjoy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Program Description:

Join us for a casual afternoon where you can work on an ongoing craft project (or get started on something new with the materials we have to share) while watching a cult classic.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Accordion Books for Teens

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Main
Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Writing, How-To
Program Description:

Using cardstock, cardboard, and an assortment of papers, stickers, and stamps, teens can create their very own accordion book! Supplies and snacks are provided. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Wiggle Worms Storytime - Main Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Now at the Main Library!  A love of reading starts early.  Babies and their caregivers are invited to join the Main Library for this special storytime geared toward children 0 to 24 months old.  There will be rhymes, songs,

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Writer's Workshop

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Genealogy
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Writing, Genealogy & History, How-To
Program Description:

Begin your life story with the Genealogy Writer’s Workshop. This month explore and discuss themes to determine the basis of your narrative. Join us monthly as we help you continue writing the “chapters” of your life story.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

BINGO for Books (for Adults!)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Program Description:

Bring your lucky bingo daubers or lucky troll for this fun hour of bingo! We will have book prizes for winners of this free program!