Upcoming Events

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events
Event Type
Event Type
Registration Type

Primary tabs

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

October is SOCKtober!

All Day 10/1–10/31
School Age, Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Celebrations, Special Events
Program Description:

It’s SOCKtober at the Fort Smith Public Library! We will be collecting NEW socks all month long to support Hope Campus.

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

October is SOCKtober!

All Day 10/1–10/31
School Age, Teens, Adults
Dallas
Location: Dallas
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Celebrations, Special Events
Program Description:

It’s SOCKtober at the Fort Smith Public Library! We will be collecting NEW socks all month long to support Hope Campus.

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

October is SOCKtober!

All Day 10/1–10/31
School Age, Teens, Adults
Miller
Location: Miller
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Celebrations, Special Events
Program Description:

It’s SOCKtober at the Fort Smith Public Library! We will be collecting NEW socks all month long to support Hope Campus.

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

October is SOCKtober!

All Day 10/1–10/31
School Age, Teens, Adults
Windsor
Location: Windsor
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Celebrations, Special Events
Program Description:

It’s SOCKtober at the Fort Smith Public Library! We will be collecting NEW socks all month long to support Hope Campus.

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

Celebrate Family History Month

10/01/2025 @ 9:00am–10/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Program Description:

In celebration of Family History month, the Genealogy Department at the Main Library is giving away Adult and Children’s Family History Starter Kits. In addition, we are also giving away a basket of Genealogy Goodies.

Culinary Classics and Curiosities 

10/01/2025 @ 9:00am–10/31/2025 @ 5:00pm
Main
Location: Main
Room: Genealogy
Program Description:

Check out the Genealogy Department each month to pick up a couple of vintage recipes from our historical collection of Arkansas Heritage Cookbooks. For Genealogy Department Hours, visit 

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

Storytime- Windsor Branch

10:00am–10:45am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Windsor
Location: Windsor
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Children and their caregivers are invited to the Windsor Drive Branch Library to enjoy books, songs, movement, and more. Storytime is held every Monday at 10:00 AM.

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

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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Authors in the Afternoon with Mark Morgan

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

Arkansas children’s author and Illustrator Mark Morgan will appear at the Main Library to promote and sign copies of his picture books that inspire courage, kindness and creativity.  Featuring playful rhymes and colorful characters, the autho

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

Being Cyber Safe - for kids!

5:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens
Main
Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: How-To, Special Events, Technology
Program Description:

Internet safety for children is vital! Please join us at the Main Library for this important class as we help school-aged children learn how to navigate the internet safely.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Storytime & Crafts - Dallas Branch 10AM

10:00am–10:45am
Preschool, School Age
Dallas
Location: Dallas
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

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

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Storytime & Crafts - Dallas Branch 11AM

11:00am–11:45am
Preschool, School Age
Dallas
Location: Dallas
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

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

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

Once Upon a Stitch

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age, Teens
Main
Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Storytime - Miller Branch

10:00am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Miller
Location: Miller
Room: Anita Paddock Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Storytimes

Children and their caregivers are invited to the Miller Branch Library to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts.  No registration is necessary for this fun and FREE program.  Storytime is held every Friday at 10:00 AM.

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

Lettering on the Weekend: Fun and Funky Lettering!

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Windsor
Location: Windsor
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How-To
Program Description:

Come join us as we add some extra personality to our lettering in a fun artsy and eclectic style.  Perfect for new and more experienced letterers alike! FREE and open to all adults and teens, with all supplies provided. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Great Pumpkin Party!

11:00am–1:00pm
Everyone
Miller
Location: Miller
Room: Anita Paddock Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Program Description:

Join us at the Miller Branch for a movie, snacks, and crafts! We will watch It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (TV-G) at 11, with crafts to follow. FREE and for all ages!

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

Silly, Creepy Drawings for Kids

2:00pm–3:00pm
School Age, Teens
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How-To
Program Description:

Come learn how to draw some silly drawings that will be perfect for Halloween! 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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Story Sprouts: Writing Workshop for Kids

2:30pm–3:30pm
School Age
Main
Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Books & Writing
Program Description:

School age children who are interested in writing are invited to Story Sprouts. From learning about characters to improving plot points, this club is aimed at teaching and fostering children’s love of storytelling! 

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

Storytime- Windsor Branch

10:00am–10:45am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Windsor
Location: Windsor
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Children and their caregivers are invited to the Windsor Drive Branch Library to enjoy books, songs, movement, and more. Storytime is held every Monday at 10:00 AM.

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

Potion Crafting

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Create mesmerizing, decorative potions in a spooky, but relaxing, atmosphere! Teens and adults are invited to put their best potion-making skills to use in this free drop-in event at the Main Library.

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.

Hoopla Book Club: The Briar Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Miller
Location: Miller
Room: Anita Paddock Community Room
Program Type: Books & Writing
Program Description:

The Miller Branch has a book club! We are reading The Briar Club by Kate Quinn in October. Join us for a discussion about the book on Tuesday, October 28, at 2:00 PM.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Halloween Storytime with the FSPD

4:00pm–4:30pm
Preschool, School Age
Main
Location: Main
Room: Storytime Nook
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Program Description:

Join us at the Main Library for a special afternoon Halloween storytime featuring members of the Fort Smith Police Department!  Wear your costume if you like as our Officers share favorite Halloween stories.