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This event is in the "Everyone" group

Painting Seashells

2:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Dallas
Location: Dallas
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Use your imagination to transform a plain seashell into a work of art as part of our ‘Color Our World’ library summer program theme! All ages are welcome.  This is a messy craft, so parents should make sure that their children are dresse

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

Wonderful Wednesday: Star Wars Crafts with the 501st Legion

2:00pm–3:00pm
Preschool, School Age
Main
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Special Events
Program Description:

Use the force to create imaginative Star Wars crafts and enjoy refreshments such as Jabba Juice and Wookie Cookies.  You’ll also be able to meet some Star Wars characters - members of the 501st Legion will be joining us! 

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 "Everyone" group

Movie Matinee: 'Despicable Me 4' (PG)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Main
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Bring your snacks and covered drinks- or visit Dewey’s Café!- before watching a movie on the big screen. It’s free and fun for everyone! Today's movie is Despicable Me 4.

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 "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

A Journey Back

07/19/2025 @ 10:00am–08/02/2025 @ 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main
Location: Main
Room: Genealogy
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Movies, Technology
Program Description:

The Genealogy Department at the Fort Smith Public Library is offering an immersive 360-degree experience that allows participants to use virtual reality technology to hear firsthand stories from Holocaust survivors - told in the very places where

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

Crochet Club

10:30am–12:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Windsor
Location: Windsor
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Now at the Windsor Drive Branch! Crochet Club is a welcoming place for beginners to learn the basics and for experienced crafters to work on their projects. Members can share ideas, tips, and inspiration in a supportive environment.

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 "Everyone" group

Monday Movie – 'Moana 2' (PG)

10:30am–12:15pm
Everyone
Dallas
Location: Dallas
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced.

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 "Preschool" group
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Description:

The Library is teaming up with Fort Kids and the University of Arkansas Early Childhood Education Department for a hands-on event that focuses on development of early literacy skills.

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 "School Age" group
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Special Events
Program Description:

Rooted Movement Collective will be leading engaging hip hop dance classes to the library! Learn about the history of hip hop dance and have some fun along the way.  Be ready to move and show us some energy! Can't make this time?

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

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 "School Age" group
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Special Events
Program Description:

Rooted Movement Collective will be leading engaging hip hop dance classes to the library! Learn about the history of hip hop dance and have some fun along the way.  Be ready to move and show us some energy! Can't make this time?

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
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Special Events
Program Description:

Rooted Movement Collective will be leading engaging hip hop dance classes to the library! Learn about the history of hip hop dance and have some fun along the way.  Be ready to move and show us some energy! Can't make this time?

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
Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Special Events
Program Description:

Rooted Movement Collective will be leading engaging hip hop dance classes to the library! Learn about the history of hip hop dance and have some fun along the way.  Be ready to move and show us some energy! Can't make this time?

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.