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This little card is your ticket to a wealth of information. By Aithne EmmonsAs we move into the colder months of the year, it can be harder to find the time or energy to get out of the house and visit the library. Fortunately, the Garland County Library (GCL) offers several online resources to provide patrons with access to ebooks, audiobooks, movies, research information, and educational materials all from the

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Fall Fun at the Garland County Library

By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library kicks off fall the only way we know how – with free materials, services, and events for everyone in the family!  Using the library has never been easier with our digital branch and off-campus services like the bookmobile, remote lockers, and free delivery – but visiting the library in person is still top notch. Come by and connect with your favorite librarian, load up

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Use Your GC Library Card for Deals All Over Town

By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library is celebrating National Library Card Sign-Up Month by connecting GCLibrary card holders with local businesses for special discounts all September long. The library has partnered with over 25 businesses, including restaurants, shops, and attractions, to offer discounts to GCLibrary card holders for the “Show Me Your Library Card” program.  To take advantage of the discounts, library card holders simply need to show their card

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Books Galore at GC Library Friends Booksale

Stock up on Books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles, games, magazines, and books on tape. The annual used book sale sponsored by the Friends of Garland County Library will be held Friday, September 22, 2023, and Saturday, September 23, 2023, at the Library located at 1427 Malvern Avenue, Hot Springs, beginning at 9:00 a.m. each day. Friday is reserved for Members of the Friends but membership can be purchased at the door

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Haiku Club Invites Poets to Monthly Meetings

The Hot Springs Haiku Club is meeting at the Garland County Library the first Friday of every month from 2-4 PM, immediately before Gallery Walk. This is a small group of haiku poets who enjoy sharing ideas and composing short poems. The club was founded by the late Michael Murray following the 25th South Region Conference of the Haiku Society of America held at the Arlington Resort and Spa in

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Garland County Library Remote Connections

Garland County Library’s Bookmobile is one of the latest innovations provided to better serve patrons. By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library meets patrons where they are. Learn more about Remote Connections, including the new bookmobile, free delivery, remote lockers, and books-by-mail. Visit the new bookmobile! This brand-new service has a temperature-controlled browsing collection with a wheelchair-accessible lift at the rear of the vehicle. Borrow from the collection, pick up holds,

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Exciting New Library Services Coming Soon

Adam Webb, Executive Director of GC Library, enjoys a peaceful moment in the beautiful new “Garden County Library.” Photo credit: Erin Baber By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library was forever changed within three days in early June. On Thursday, June 8, the library’s newest branch was delivered – a brand new full-size bookmobile. And on Saturday, June 10, the Community Garden and Park, which I lovingly call “Garden County Library”

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Haiku Club Invites Poets to Monthly Meetings

The Hot Springs Haiku Club is meeting at the Garland County Library the first Friday of every month from 2-4 PM, immediately before Gallery Walk. This is a small group of haiku poets who enjoy sharing ideas and composing short poems. The club was founded by the late Michael Murray following the 25th South Region Conference of the Haiku Society of America held at the Arlington Resort and Spa in

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County-Wide Summer Reading Programs Begins June 1

Garland County Library’s Community Garden and Park features native fruits, trees, and wildflowers with garden plots that will be available to ‘check out’ to patrons. Photo Jessamyn Carter. By Erin Baber The Garland County Library is excited to announce its annual Summer Reading Program (SRP), which will run from June 1 to July 31, 2023. The program is open to all ages and encourages participants to read or listen to

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Hot Springs Book Festival Returns With “Read the Natural State”

The Hot Springs Book Festival (HSBF) returns for the second year with “Read the Natural State: A Celebration of Nature, Books, and Authors.” This two-day festival will focus on nature and conservation by celebrating bugs, birds, and blooms in Arkansas and beyond with authors Holly Green, Douglas Tallamy, and Diana Hutts Aston; a walking tour with Audubon member Jerry Butler, and a presentation from Janet B. Carson, Emeritus Extension Horticulture

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GC Library April Program Highlights

Garland County Library offers free events for all ages, including educational classes and seminars; concerts and plays; storytimes and book clubs; and more. Here are April’s new or unique programs and a few future events to put notes on the calendar: April programs: Magic the Gathering Meetup | Every Other Tuesday | 2 PM | Ages 18+ A tabletop card game where every player has a unique deck that they

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Easy-To-Use Remote Book Lockers at GC Library

GC Library Remote Lockers are for more than just books. By Erin BaberThe Garland County Library now offers Remote Book Lockers – item pick-up and drop-off services in three new locations in Garland County with extended hours at a fourth location. Remote Book Lockers are free-standing devices that library staff stock with a patron’s requested and available items. Patrons can visit the device at their leisure within a seven-day period

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“The Nutcracker”  Courtesy of Edmond Cooper Photo Design by Rhonda Panasenko  There’s something magical about this time of year in Hot Springs! As the holiday season draws near, the Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Company is hard at work preparing for its annual production of “The Nutcracker”—a beloved holiday tradition that brings

Celebrate the Season in Style 

Annie Smith and Melodi Cone of The Velvet Attic Boutique bring a Western Chic touch to fall with horse graphics, flowing maxi skirts, statement belts, and boots. Navy, taupe, and black reflect the season, while turquoise jewelry and fringe add personality.  November brings a shift in fashion as holiday gatherings,

Feast Month – November 1 – 30 

Give Our Advertisers a Taste of Your Support!  Hot Springs celebrates the Spa City’s diverse restaurant scene during Feast Month – November 1- 30, which means three things: it’s time to redeem restaurant deals, dine at your favorite spots, and vote for your favorite restaurants – from best BBQ to best

Fall Provides Perfect Weather for Hiking and Biking Our Trails 

Located just minutes from downtown Hot Springs, the Northwoods District is one of eight exciting districts in the local trail system. It features 31+ miles of trails around Bethel, Dillon, and Sanderson lakes for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running.   The Northwoods District is directly accessible from historic downtown and