Event Guide
William F. Laman Public Library October/November 2019 Cake Decorating Contest & Community Ice Cream Social
We're collecting new socks for this month
William F. Laman Public Library
Event Guide October/November 2019 Main Branch Hours 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays Argenta Branch Hours 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Mondays to Fridays
BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES & EVENTS Jumbo Legos Argenta Branch 10 a.m. on Mondays (except Oct. 14)
Music & Movement Main Branch 10:30 a.m. on Mondays (except Oct. 14) Toddler music
Preschool Storytimes Main Branch 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays Stories, songs, & playtime
Argenta Branch 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays (except Nov. 28)
All classes and events are free of charge and open to the public. Both branches close Monday, Oct. 14 for Staff Training
We will also be closed Thursday & Friday, Nov. 28 & 29 for Thanksgiving
Preschool & Lapsit Storytimes Main Branch 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays
Kids' Kitchen Argenta Branch 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Oct. 15 & Nov. 19
Kids of all ages read a story and make a snack
Brian & Terri Kinder's Spooky Children's Concert Argenta Branch 6 p.m. Oct. 24 Argenta Branch's Donuts with Santa Preregistration accepted Nov. 11 to 22 Call (501) 687-1061 to save your spot for the 10:30 a.m. Dec. 7 Argenta Branch event
HOMESCHOOLERS @ LAMAN Exploring STEMÂ Main Branch 1 p.m. Tuesdays
Exploring the States Main Branch 1 p.m. Thursdays
Fun with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Looking at life in a different state each week
ARGENTA BRANCH YOUTH SERVICES EVENTS Jumbo Legos 10 a.m. on Mondays (except Oct. 14)
Kids' Kitchen 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Sept. 17 & Oct. 15
Meditation & Mindfulness 4 p.m. on Mondays
New Escape Boxes Starting Oct. 18 and Nov. 15
Kids use library skills to solve the challenge & win
Jenga Game 4 p.m. Oct. 23
(except Oct. 14) 30-minutes of relaxation
Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays Stories, songs, & fun!
Rock Painting 3:30 p.m. Oct. 1 & 22 and Nov. 5, 12, & 26
Mini D&D 4 p.m. Oct. 16 & Nov. 20 Short Dungeons & Dragons campaign
Kids of all ages paint one to take home or hide to spread cheer throughout the community.
Tween Jigsaw Puzzles 4 p.m. Oct. 2 & 30 and Nov. 6 Jigsaw Puzzles 3:30 p.m. Oct. 8 & 29 Bomb Squad 4 p.m. Oct. 9 & Nov. 13 Cooperative fun!
Kids' Kitchen 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Oct. 15 & Nov. 19 Read a story & make a snack
New Floor Mazes Starting Oct. 11 & Nov. 8
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MAIN BRANCH CHILDREN'S EVENTS Storytime with Teens 4 p.m. Oct. 1
Teen volunteers read with kids
Music & Movement 10:30 a.m. Mondays
Homeschoolers Explore the States 1 p.m. on Thursdays
(except Nov. 28) New students always welcome
(except Oct. 14)
Free Equal Heart Meals 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Weekdays & 2 to 2:45 p.m. Saturdays (except Oct. 14 & Nov. 28 & 29) This is a first-come, first-served Equal Opportunity program provided for 1- to 18-year-olds, and the food must be eaten onsite.
Kids' Discovery Library 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
(except Oct. 14 & Nov. 29) Kids explore new ideas
Preschool Storytimes 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays Homeschoolers Explore STEM 1 p.m. on Tuesdays
Science, Engineering, Technology, & Math fun
Homework Help 4 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays
(except Nov. 28) Staff members explain the concepts
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Fishing Derby R Burns Park Red Covered Bridge 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 12
Fishing poles provided. We'll practice skills in Kids' Discovery Library at 4 p.m. during the week before.
Tween Halloween Bingo 1 p.m. Oct. 26
Harry Potter Night 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 12 Wizarding world games, vendors, treats, & DIY Plus the Teen Center will be open to all ages during this library-wide event.
Tween Cupcake Decorating Contest R 1 p.m. Nov. 16
MAIN BRANCH TEEN CENTER EVENTS Teen Storytime 4 p.m. Oct. 1
Volunteer to share stories with children
Throwback Thursday: DC Comics 4 p.m. Oct. 3
Saturday Crafternoon noon Oct. 5 & 19 and Nov. 9 & 23 Teen Taste Challenge 4 p.m. Oct. 10
Game Card Night 4 p.m. Nov. 7 Just Dance Tournament 4 p.m. Nov. 12
Coke or Pepsi?
YA Book Bingo 4 p.m. Oct. 8 Movie Mondays 4 p.m. every week (except Oct. 14)
Teen Choice Tournament 4 p.m. Oct. 22 Which game?
4 p.m. Oct. 15 & Nov. 5
Native American History & Trivia 4 p.m. Nov. 14 Perler Bead Creations 4 p.m. Nov. 19
Teen Gaming 4 p.m. Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 & Nov. 6, 13, and 20 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 12 & 26 and Nov. 2, 16, & 30 noon to 7 p.m. Nov. 25 & 26 Teen Party Hour 3:30 p.m. on Fridays
Scary Stories 4 p.m. Oct. 29 Halloween Glow Out 4 p.m. Oct. 31
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Mini Dodgeball noon Nov. 27
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ARGENTA BRANCH ADULT EVENTS Mid-Southern Watercolor Society Exhibit 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekdays through Oct. 12
Monday Movies 1 p.m. Skyscraper on Oct. 7 The House With Clocks In Its Walls on Oct. 28 Crazy Rich Asians on Nov. 4 Captain Marvel on Nov. 11 The Game Plan on Nov. 18
1 p.m. Oct. 11 & Nov. 8
Argenta ArtWalk Artist Receptions 5-8 p.m. Arkansas Fiber Arts Exhibit on Oct. 18 with Louise Halsey, Barbara Cade, Melissa Emily Gill, Britynn Davis, Tina Oppenheimer, Randi Curtis, Suzannah Schreckhise, Erin Lorenzen, Emily Moll Wood, Holly Laws, Marianne Nolley, Melissa Lashbrook, Dani Ives, and more! Enjoy snacks and music by Vince Griffin. Brandon Markin's Songs for the Broken Hearted on Nov. 15
MAIN BRANCH JOB SKILLS WORKSHOPS Communication R 2 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 8 & 10 6 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 15
In October, our Continuing Education classes explore advanced communication skills. Sessions cover identifying and communicating the most critical issues during complex situations. We'll also discuss ways listening can demonstrate an openness for other people’s ideas. 6
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Adaptability R 2 to 3 p.m. Nov. 12 & 14 6 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19
Do you adapt readily to changes in policy and procedure? Do you adjust to changes in priorities? Do you modify or change strategies to ensure the most likely chance of success? As the holiday season kicks into high gear, come learn how to be adaptable.
MAIN BRANCH LINC CENTER CLASSES & EVENTS Tick Tock Tech AnyTime
For help using your devices, please bring them fully charged along with your passwords anytime during regular library hours.
Computer Basics 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays & Fridays CS First: Coding 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays Fun computer science activities for fourth grade and up
Movies 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays Thrillers in October Thanksgiving in November
Retro Gaming 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. on Fridays
Nerd Hub 5 to 6 p.m. Oct. 8
Which will you chose: Star Wars Monopoly or Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit?
Cyber Saturday & 1 p.m. Tournaments 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 12 & 26 and Nov. 9 and 23
Coding Basics 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 28 and Nov. 11 & 25 Magic the Gathering Card Swap & Battle 5 to 6 p.m. Oct. 22 & Nov. 19
Trade cards to build the ultimate desk!
NBA2K18 on Oct. 12 Dungeon World Fortnite on Oct. 26 5 to 6 p.m. Oct. 29 & League of Legends on Nov. 9 Nov. 26 Mortal Kombat X on Nov. 23 Table-top role-playing adventure game
Girls Who Code: App Design for 3rd - 5th grade 5 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 15 & Digital Water Coloring 16 and Nov. 7 & 21 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 5 A little like Dungeons & Dragons for individuals
Ridge Racer 4 on Oct. 4 Battle Arena on Oct. 11 Tekken 3 on Oct. 18 Cool Borders 2 on Oct. 25 Tekken 3 on Nov. 1 R4 Ridge Racer on Nov. 8 Tekken 3 on Nov. 15 Rainbow 6 Siege on Nov. 22
Girls Who Code for Grades 8 and up 5 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 7 & 21 Nov. 4 & 18 R
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GROW WITH GOOGLE WORKSHOPS Grow With Google: Resume Template R Main Branch 6 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 21 Grow With Google: One-on-One Coaching R Main Branch 11 a.m. to noon on Oct. 28 Private tutoring for missed classes or help with Grow With Google concepts.
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Grow with Google: Online Job Search R Main Branch 11 a.m. to noon on Oct. 7
Explore job opportunities based on the criteria that matter most to you.
We're collecting new socks throughout October for and those in need.
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MAIN BRANCH ADULT EVENTS Thursday Relaxation Classes Knitting for a Cause Mediation at 1 p.m. & Yoga at 6 1:30 p.m. Oct. 9 & Nov. 9
Don't worry if you don't know how to knit, we'll be happy to teach you! We'd love donations of any left over yarn too.
Mixxed Fit 11 a.m. on Saturdays
Mia Gatson Book Talk & Signing 2 p.m. on Oct. 10
Living Behind the Shadow is the tale of how Mia Gatson Bates, niece of Daisy Gatson Bates, overcame many of life's challenges, including mental illness and abuse. R
Arkansas Women to Watch: Heavy Metal 6 p.m. on Oct. 11
Meet the artists during a free reception for our new exhibit.
Lots of music & door prizes! R
Krafty Seniors R 1 p.m.
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1 p.m. Oct. 15
Dress up in costume & receive 10 extra tickets
Recycled Crafts R 1 p.m. Creepy Candles on Oct. 16 Paper Pumpkins on Nov. 13
Lit @ Lunch: Day of the Dead 12:30 p.m. Nov. 1 Puzzle Competition Nov. 4-9 Free Walk-In Legal Clinic 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 16 Creative Writing Workshop R 2 p.m. Nov. 16
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Garden Craft R 1 p.m.
Happy Fall Y'all Plaques on Oct. 23
Essence of Books R 6 p.m. Oct. 29 Yaa Gyasi's Homegoing R = Contact location for required reservation.
1:30 p.m. Oct. 12
Imagine the cuteness! Your dog walking alongside those from the shelter hoping to find forever families. We're also collecting donations for the NLR Animal Shelter, and they'll have the Mobile Unit here throughout the event. Costumes encouraged!
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