Laman Con: Unlock New Worlds, November 14 from 10 AM-2 PM at Laman Library. A line drawing of a starry archway rising from a stack of books labeled Laman Con, set against a purple galaxy background. Laman Con: Unlock New Worlds, November 14 from 10 AM-2 PM at Laman Library. A line drawing of a starry archway rising from a stack of books labeled Laman Con, set against a purple galaxy background.
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Laman Con 2026: Unlock New Worlds is November 14 at Laman Library.

Laman Con is back! Join us Saturday, November 14 from 10 AM-2 PM at Laman Library for a free, all-ages celebration of every world your imagination can unlock. Craft a fairy wand, solve a murder mystery, add to a community mural, jam out at a silent disco, compete in a video game tournament, and so much more. Mystery, fantasy, music, horror, sci-fi, and beyond! There's something for every age and every taste.

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Mister Rogers’ Sweater Drive Returns to NLRPLS

NLRPLS is partnering with ArkansasTV for the Mister Rogers’ Sweater Drive. Drop off new or gently used winter clothing including sweaters, coats, hats, gloves, pants, socks, and shoes at Laman Library or Argenta Library November 1-30. All donations go to The Van for distribution to unsheltered neighbors. Want to make something? Helping Hats is back, with free loom-knitting classes where you can learn to knit a beanie for someone in need, plus a contest with prizes for the most hats made. Cold-weather item collection continues through January 31.

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Stream More Than 2,000 Movies and 800 TV Series Free with Your Library Card.

Great American Pure Flix is now available free with your North Little Rock library card. Stream more than 2,000 movies and 800 TV series, all ad-free, including mysteries, small-town romances, and a healthy supply of Christmas movies. No holds, no waitlists, and no limit on simultaneous streams. Watch on a smart TV, phone, tablet, or computer. Find it at pureflix.libraryideas.com or on our website under Digital Library in the eBooks & More section.

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North Little Rock Public Library Locations

Laman Library

2801 Orange St., North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114

Phone: 1-501-758-1720

  • Monday-Thursday 9am-7pm
  • Friday-Saturday 9am-1pm
  • Sunday Closed
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Argenta Library

420 Main St., North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114

Phone: 1-501-687-1061

  • Monday-Friday 9am-6pm
  • Saturday-Sunday Closed
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The Rover Mobile Library and the Mobile Makerspace bring activities and books directly to local communities, schools, and organizations.
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Anyone Can Get a North Little Rock Library Card

Library cards for the North Little Rock Public Library System (NLRPLS) are FREE! And they're not limited to North Little Rock residents. If you live, work, attend school, or visit North Little Rock regularly, sign up for a card today to access our two brick-and-mortar library branches, our tech hub, our makerspaces, Rover (our mobile library), and dozens of downloadable resources! We can issue cards at any branch or you can sign up online using the button below.

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More Than Just Books.

At the North Little Rock Public Library System, we’re more than shelves of stories. We’re a hub of opportunity, welcome, and community. From makerspaces, art galleries, and technology access to hands-on learning, storytimes, STEAM programs for children, passport services, genealogy research, notary assistance, and so much more, we’re here to meet the evolving needs of our neighbors. Whether you’re exploring a new skill, connecting with others, or simply looking for a place to belong, our libraries stand in the gap with you, creating pathways for curiosity, connection, and possibility.

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Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive flyer. Donate gently used sweaters here, November 1 through November 30, 2026, arkansastv.gov/sweaterdrive.
Mr. Rogers’ Sweater Drive Returns to North Little Rock for Year Four
Oct 26, 2026by Kevin Newsom
We’re collecting new and gently used winter clothing and supplies for adults and children, including sweaters, coats, hats, gloves, pants, socks, shoes, and other cold-weather essentials. All donations will be distributed locally to our unsheltered neighbors through our community partner, The Van. The Mr. Rogers’ Sweater Drive runs November 1-30, but we will continue to gather cold-weather items for The...
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