NLRPLS Blog

The Great Stories Club (GSC) is a discussion club sponsored by the American Library Association, but the focus of our GSC, run at Laman Library, is to provide a monthly club for teens who want to engage with BIPOC stories, authors, creators, and local organizations. GSC meetings at Laman Library are a monthly gathering that begins with a meal from a local eatery, such as pizza, tacos, wraps, or chicken, allowing teens to connect with one another. Following the meal, they dive into the month's chosen book. Even if a teen hasn't finished or started the book, they are encouraged to participate in the discussion. The club reads key sections together and engages in open conversations. The meetings provide a...

Get ready to embark on a prehistoric adventure like no other as we roar into Dinovember at the North Little Rock Public Library System!  Join us for a dino-mite month filled with dino-themed storytimes, craft programs that will make your heart saur, a showing of Jurassic Park, and a Dino Family Night that's sure to be dino-riffic! Mark your calendars and let's make this November one for the (pre)history books! For Kids: Every Tuesday @ 10 AM - Dino Storytimes at Laman Having a ROARING good time exploring stories with your Laman Kids librarians! Every Wednesday @ 3:30 PM - Dino Days at Laman For a ROARING good time, join our librarians for a dinosaur-themed story, craft and game in...

"Won't you be my neighbor?" These words from Fred Rogers continue to inspire acts of kindness. This November, join the annual Mister Rogers Sweater Drive in collaboration with Arkansas PBS to help our neighbors in need. When: November 1 - November 30 Where: William F. Laman Public Library, 2801 Orange St. NLR Argenta Public Library, 420 Main St. NLR Donate new or gently used sweaters and cold-weather clothing to support the unsheltered community in North Little Rock through The Van. Learn more about the sweater drive at myarpbs.org/sweaterdrive. Discover the work of The Van at itsthevan.org. Let's keep the spirit of Mister Rogers alive by lending a helping hand to our neighbors.

Are you passionate about engaging with young library users aged 12-18? Join Laman Library as a Community Educator in the Teen Department (Laman Loft). In this role, you'll assist students, provide excellent customer service, contribute to library events and programs for teenagers, and more (full job description below). High school diploma or equivalent required, and prior experience in public service and education settings preferred.  We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, paid holidays, personal time, and a pension plan. Initial salaries are based on education and experience, starting at an hourly wage of $17 - $25 or an annual salary ranging from $35,360 to $52,000. The position is open until filled. Interested? Please send your cover letter and resume...

Here at the North Little Rock Public Library System, we know literacy is a family affair! That's why we're starting our A.S.K. program- that stands for Adults Supporting Kids. Each month, we'll be hosting a program highlighting a topic that's important for parents and guardians of our youngest patrons at the William F. Laman Public Library. While the parents learn about the topic at hand, our Laman Kids librarians will be engaging children in a program of their own! Parents will be provided a light refreshment for attending so they can enjoy a moment just for them.  We have several exciting topics coming in the months ahead, and the topics for November and December have been confirmed. In November, our...

Have you ever wanted to write a novel, but are putting it off because you don’t know where to start or think you don’t have the time? Why not join the North Little Rock Public Library System, along with a community of 500,000 writers from around the world, to participate in National Novel Writing Month during the month of November! Participants in National Novel Writing Month (or NaNoWriMo for short) commit to writing 50,000 words during the month of November—an average of 1,667 words per day. The goal is simply to get words onto the page without worrying about quality. Write first, and worry about fixing things later. After all, you can’t edit words that don’t exist! To participate, first...

Hey, little artists and families in North Little Rock! We've got an exciting opportunity for you to rev up your creativity and win big. Get ready for the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Coloring Contest! One lucky winner will receive a Family 4 Pack of tickets for the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party on October 21 at 7:30 PM at Simmons Arena. Contest Details: Contest Period: October 11 to October 18 Submission Deadline: October 18 Winner Contacted: October 19 How to Enter: Get Your Coloring Sheet: Starting from October 11, head to either the Argenta or Laman Library locations to pick up your coloring sheet. Each child can submit one entry.  Color with Imagination: Unleash your creativity and color the sheet in any way...

Looking for an exciting reading challenge this October? Look no further! The North Little Rock Public Library system is here to make your literary journey through the past a delightful experience. Introducing the "Reading through the Decades" challenge, where you'll explore literature from various eras by delving into books set or published in specific decades. This month, we're turning back the clock to the vibrant 1990s, a decade known for its pop culture, technological advancements, and societal changes. Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of this transformative era by picking up a book that captures its essence. As an added bonus, a completed book allows you to enter a prize drawing for a chance to win a...

The North Little Rock Public Library System (NLRPLS) is thrilled to announce a significant milestone – we've secured funding from the Public Library Association (PLA) and AT&T to elevate digital literacy within our community and improve access to affordable internet connectivity.  Digital Literacy Workshops: Thanks to PLA's digitallearn.org, NLRPLS is gearing up to host a series of informative digital literacy workshops. Whether you're a novice in the online world or looking to enhance your cybersecurity skills, our workshops will cater to your needs. NLRPLS has been granted $7,700 in funding to offer DigitalLearn training and update technology in one of Laman Library's meeting rooms.  Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Basics: NLRPLS proudly joins the ranks of 24 selected libraries to offer ACP Basics workshops. This federal program provides eligible households...