Children’s Librarian Katie Allen and friends enjoying summer fun at the Foam Party at the Garland County Library. By Annie Gerber JULY HIGHLIGHTS Yoga Club – WED | July 1 | 10 AM – Yoga club kicks off at GCL Bingo for Books – WED | July 1 | 1 PM Kids Foam Party – FRI | July 10 | 10 AM The Oddity Exchange: Adult Show & Tell – SUN | July 12 | 3
By Annie Gerber Get ready for a summer packed with books, fun, and unforgettable memories at the Garland County Library. Our annual Summer Reading Program officially begins Saturday, May 30, with an exciting kickoff celebration full of games, hands-on activities, delicious treats, giveaways, and fun for the whole family. Come celebrate the start of an amazing summer with us at the library. HOW THE SRP WORKS Step 1: Beginning May 30, pick
By Annie Gerber Preparations for the huge, annual Summer Reading Program are well underway, but that hasn’t slowed down the Librarians at the Garland County Library. They’ve planned another month full of unmissable events. Find out about it all at www.gclibrary.com. Magical Creatures Night | Fri | May 1 – 6:30 PM: Calling all dragons, wizards, fairies, mermaids, gnomes, and other magical folk of all ages! Join us after hours for an evening of magical crafts, games,
Bea with her very own Garland County Library Card. By Annie Gerber What brings you joy? Whether it is cozying up with a new story, learning new skills, gathering with the community, or something else, you can find your joy at the Garland County Library. National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. First celebrated
Partially worked novaculite HSNP. Ellie Schafer at the Lake. Partially worked novaculite HSNP. The Garland County Historical Society (in association with the Garland County Library) will host Ellie Schafer presenting “Everything You Didn’t Need to Know About Novaculite!” at noon, Tuesday, April 21, at the Garland County Library. People can attend in person or view the program virtually at Facebook: GarlandCountyLibrary or youtube.com/garlandcolibrary. Novaculite is an integral part of the physical landscape of the
Playground Prep offers a free Montessori-inspired curriculum. Easy to sign up with your GC Library Card. By Annie Gerber Families in Garland County now have a new, free resource to support early childhood learning at home. Through a partnership between Playgarden Prep and the Garland County Library (GCL), parents and caregivers can access Playgarden Online, a high-quality virtual preschool program for children ages 2–4, at no cost with a library card.
No peeking! Take a chance on a Blind Date with a Book and unwrap a surprise story you just might fall for. By Annie GerberThis February, the Garland County Library invites readers of all ages to fall in love with something new through its popular Blind Date event taking place all month long. Blind Date with a Book offers a fun and adventurous way to discover your next great read.
By Annie Gerber As the new year begins, many in the community are looking for simple, affordable ways to prioritize health and wellness. The Garland County Library offers a valuable and completely free resource to help residents meet their goals: Hiveclass, an on-demand e-learning platform focused on movement, mindfulness, and overall well-being. Available at no cost with a valid library card, Hiveclass provides hundreds of professionally produced videos designed for all
Visit with Santa and create your own ornaments at GC Library. By Annie GerberGet ready to deck the halls and celebrate the season at the Garland County Library’s annual Ornament Night, happening Friday, December 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This cheerful, family-friendly event invites the community to come together for an evening of creativity, holiday spirit, and fun—all completely free of charge. During Ornament Night, participants of all ages
Families are exploring the fun at Mokuiku Playland. Laughter, movement, and endless curiosity have filled the Garland County Library Auditorium as children experience Hanamaki Mokuiku Playland — an interactive wooden exhibit from our Sister City of Hanamaki, Japan. From racing down the Japanese lacquer slide to cooking in the play kitchen, spinning tops, stacking blocks, and relaxing in the wooden ball pit inspired by Hot Springs’ thermal waters, kids have
By Erin Baber Paper books vs. Ereaders – who cares as long as you’re reading! And with your Garland County Library card, you can read what you want, how you want, and when you want – all for FREE! Borrow print books from the Library or download ebooks from Libby and Hoopla, the Library’s free digital book platforms. Libby at a glance: Libby is the newest version of OverDrive, one of the
Enjoy the hands-on learning experience of Mokuiku Playland. Families in Hot Springs will once again have the opportunity to experience the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship and culture when Hanamaki Mokuiku Playland: An Interactive Experience from Japan opens November 1 – December 14, 2025, exclusively in the Garland County Library Auditorium. The Hanamaki Toy Museum is known for its beautifully crafted wooden toys and its dedication to the concept of Mokuiku
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Thriving Under Pressure: Arkansas Diamonds Manager Lauren Hatten Discusses the Team’s Success and Goals By Lana Pierce Fans (and future fans) of the Arkansas Diamonds: Tune in! Arkansas’s best indoor arena football team, established in Hot Springs as the “Wiseguys” before expanding this year, the Arkansas Diamonds are bringing back the hard-hitting entertainment. The sport’s
Can you tell where this mural is located? The First person to snap a selfie in front of the same mural and text it to 501-651-0545 will receive a free drop-in class! Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens Yoga offers countless opportunities to build strength, improve flexibility, and create
Each person attending the birthday gala will receive this special commemorative coin. Hot Springs’ 150th birthday gala will be held August 11 in Horner Hall at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Funds generated by the celebration will be given to the Garland County Historical Society. “Although our city’s history goes back hundreds of years
Singer Melissa Carper. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs Melissa Carper, the nationally acclaimed country singer with deep ties to Arkansas and a profound commitment to nature, will open the inaugural Birding Festival of the South Presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs, with a concert October 8 on Bridge Street in downtown Hot
