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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!

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

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!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Bookmark Decorating Craft

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Dallas
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Description:

In celebration of National Library Card Sign-Up Month, the Dallas Street Branch Library will host a bookmark decorating craft.  Select a bookmark pattern and decorate it howev...

Location: Dallas
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

In celebration of National Library Card Sign-Up Month, the Dallas Street Branch Library will host a bookmark decorating craft.  Select a bookmark pattern and decorate it however you wish.  This make and take craft for all ages may be com

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Accordion Books for Teens

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Carnegie Room at Main
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Writing, How-To
Age Group:
Teens
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. 

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

Genealogy Writer's Workshop

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Genealogy at Main
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Genealogy & History, How-To
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 ...

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!)

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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!

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!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Retirement Reception: Mae & Jon Wellnitz

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Celebrations, Special Events
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Description:

Join the library staff as we celebrate Mae and Jon Wellnitz and send them off into retirement with all our best wishes.  This is a drop-in event, but remarks will be made at 2...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Celebrations, Special Events
Program Description:

Join the library staff as we celebrate Mae and Jon Wellnitz and send them off into retirement with all our best wishes.  This is a drop-in event, but remarks will be made at 2:30 p.m.  Light refreshments will be served.

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

Friends of the Library Chocolate Festival

Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Dallas
Program Type:
Celebrations, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Program Description:

Chocolate - Chocolate - Chocolate! The Friends of the Fort Smith Library will turn the Dallas Branch Library into a Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory of sorts as an abundance of chocol...

Required
Payment
Location: Dallas
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Celebrations, Special Events
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 197
Program Description:

Chocolate - Chocolate - Chocolate! The Friends of the Fort Smith Library will turn the Dallas Branch Library into a Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory of sorts as an abundance of chocolate drips throughout the building.

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

Fire Painting for Adults & Teens

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Program Description:

Adults and teens are invited to the Main Library to create a colorful coaster during this simple and relaxing DIY, drop-in event! We will paint with ink and then “fire” the design ...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Adults and teens are invited to the Main Library to create a colorful coaster during this simple and relaxing DIY, drop-in event! We will paint with ink and then “fire” the design onto the tile to make it last.

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

Pumpkin Decorating Contest - through October 28th!

All Day
Main
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Special Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Description:

The Main Library is having a pumpkin decorating contest – without the mess!  Pick up an entry form at the Main Library, or print off an entry form, decorate the paper "pu...

Location: Main
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Special Events
Program Description:

The Main Library is having a pumpkin decorating contest – without the mess!  Pick up an entry form at the Main Library, or print off an entry form, decor

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: Maps

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Genealogy at Main
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, How-To
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Description:

The Genealogy Department invites you to monthly classes exploring areas of genealogical research methods to discover your family history. In this month’s class, we will be explorin...

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. In this month’s class, we will be exploring ways to use maps in your research.

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

Homeschool Enrichment: Artists and Nature Journaling

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, How-To
Age Group:
School Age, Teens
Program Description:

This month we'll learn about artists who influenced and were influenced by nature journaling. Then we'll do some cool art inspired by these artists! Open to all area homeschoolers—...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, How-To
Program Description:

This month we'll learn about artists who influenced and were influenced by nature journaling. Then we'll do some cool art inspired by these artists!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

October Crafts & Cookies (Dallas)

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Dallas
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Description:

Stop by the Dallas Street Branch Library to complete some fun autumn themed crafts! Cookies will be served.

Location: Dallas
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Stop by the Dallas Street Branch Library to complete some fun autumn themed crafts! Cookies will be served.

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

LEGO Club

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teens
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 supplie...

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

BINGO for Books (for Adults!)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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!

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!

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

Bingo for Books: Halloween Edition

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Description:

Bring your family and friends and join the fun in this special Halloween edition of Bingo for Books!  Come dressed in your Halloween costume and play BINGO with books as the p...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Program Description:

Bring your family and friends and join the fun in this special Halloween edition of Bingo for Books!  Come dressed in your Halloween costume and play BINGO with books as the prizes.  Winners will be able to select a book from a selection

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.

Open Mic Night

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Dewey's Café at Main
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Performances
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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....

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

Arkansas Genealogical Society Conference Watch Party - Cyndi Ingle of Cyndi's List

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Campbell Board Room at Main
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Program Description:

Enjoy the Arkansas Genealogical Society Fall Conference without having to drive to Little Rock. This year’s conference presenter is Cyndi Ingle from Cyndi’s List. Registration is r...

Required
Location: Main
Room: Campbell Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Program Description:

Enjoy the Arkansas Genealogical Society Fall Conference without having to drive to Little Rock. This year’s conference presenter is Cyndi Ingle from Cyndi’s List.

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

Genealogy Writer's Workshop

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Genealogy at Main
Program Type:
Books & Writing, Genealogy & History, How-To
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 ...

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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale: Children's and Young Adult

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Book Sales, Books & Writing
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Description:

Educators, home schoolers, and anyone who loves sharing books with children and teens won’t want to miss the Friends of the Library used book sale featuring ONLY books and media fo...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Sales, Books & Writing
Program Description:

Educators, home schoolers, and anyone who loves sharing books with children and teens won’t want to miss the Friends of the Library used book sale featuring ONLY books and media for children and young adults.  Thousands of fiction and non-fic

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale: Children's and Young Adult

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Book Sales, Books & Writing
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Description:

Educators, home schoolers, and anyone who loves sharing books with children and teens won’t want to miss the Friends of the Library used book sale featuring ONLY books and media fo...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Sales, Books & Writing
Program Description:

Educators, home schoolers, and anyone who loves sharing books with children and teens won’t want to miss the Friends of the Library used book sale featuring ONLY books and media for children and young adults.  Thousands of fiction and non-fic

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale: Children's and Young Adult

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Main
Program Type:
Book Sales, Books & Writing
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Description:

Educators, home schoolers, and anyone who loves sharing books with children and teens won’t want to miss the Friends of the Library used book sale featuring ONLY books and media fo...

Location: Main
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Book Sales, Books & Writing
Program Description:

Educators, home schoolers, and anyone who loves sharing books with children and teens won’t want to miss the Friends of the Library used book sale featuring ONLY books and media for children and young adults.  Thousands of fiction and non-fic

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

Cemetariums for Teens and Adults

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Carnegie Room at Main
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Program Description:

Teens and adults are invited to create a cemeterium- a spook-tacular craft that’s perfect for October! Supplies will be provided. No registration required but will be limited to th...

Location: Main
Room: Carnegie Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Teens and adults are invited to create a cemeterium- a spook-tacular craft that’s perfect for October! Supplies will be provided. No registration required but will be limited to the first 25 attendees. 

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

Trick-or-Treat the Dallas Street Branch Library!

All Day
Dallas
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Description:

Stop by any Fort Smith Library location for some Halloween fun!  Come dressed in your costume and you'll receive some sweet treats! For library locations and hours, please vis...

Location: Dallas
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Program Description:

Stop by any Fort Smith Library location for some Halloween fun!  Come dressed in your costume and you'll receive some sweet treats!

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

Trick-or-Treat the Fort Smith Library!

All Day
Main
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Description:

Stop by any Fort Smith Library location for some Halloween fun!  Come dressed in your costume and you'll receive some sweet treats! For library locations and hours, please vis...

Location: Main
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday
Program Description:

Stop by any Fort Smith Library location for some Halloween fun!  Come dressed in your costume and you'll receive some sweet treats!