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The Reading Around the World Challenge from the North Little Rock Public Library System is your passport to a year of global stories. Each month, we feature countries based on a letter or group of letters. Your challenge is simple: read a book or watch a movie that is set in, about, or by an author from one of that month’s featured countries. Each month you participate, you can submit an entry form to be included in a prize drawing for a gift card to a local restaurant or a voucher for classes at the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub. At the end of the year, all monthly entries will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a Kindle Paperwhite...

This month, the Reading Around the World Challenge takes you to Panama, Pakistan, the Philippines, Poland, Qatar, and more. These stories highlight themes of identity, resilience, culture, and human connection. If you are looking for your next read or watch, here are five recommendations to help you complete the September reading challenge.

This fall, the North Little Rock Public Library System invites you to join us for a series of vibrant, family-friendly, and bilingual programs celebrating Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). These events honor tradition while bringing our community together through art, food, music, and storytelling.

High school students ages 14–18, here’s your chance to make a difference in your community! The North Little Rock Public Library is now accepting applications for teen volunteers. Volunteers can earn 20+ hours per term, which count toward the 75-hour requirement. To get started, prospective volunteers must complete a 1.5-hour orientation and training before beginning. Upcoming training sessions are: August 17 October 1 November 5 December 3 Applications are open year-round, and teens can submit the digital form anytime. For more information, contact Jenna at jjones@nlrlibrary.org Join us and be part of the library community while gaining valuable experience!

The Reading Around the World Challenge from the North Little Rock Public Library System is your passport to a year of global stories. Each month, we feature countries based on a letter or group of letters. Your challenge is simple: read a book or watch a movie that is set in, about, or by an author from one of that month’s featured countries. Each month you participate, you can submit an entry form to be included in a prize drawing for a gift card to a local restaurant or a voucher for classes at the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub. At the end of the year, all monthly entries will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a Kindle Paperwhite e-reader. Entries can be submitted...

The Reading Around the World Challenge from the North Little Rock Public Library System is your passport to a year of global stories. Each month, we feature countries based on a letter or group of letters. Your challenge is simple: read a book or watch a movie that is set in, about, or by an author from one of that month’s featured countries. Each month you participate, you can submit an entry form to be included in a prize drawing for a gift card to a local business. At the end of the year, all monthly entries will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a Kindle Paperwhite e-reader. Entries can be submitted in person at either the Laman or Argenta...

The Reading Around the World Challenge from the North Little Rock Public Library System is your passport to a year of global stories. Each month, we highlight countries based on a letter or group of letters, and your challenge is simple: read a book or watch a movie set in, about, or by an author from one of that month’s featured countries. Each month you participate, you can submit an entry form to be entered into a prize drawing for a gift card to a local restaurant. At the end of the year, all monthly entries go into a grand prize drawing for a Kindle Paperwhite e-reader. Submit your entry in person at either Laman or Argenta Library, or online here:👉 https://nlrlibrary.org/communityresources/readingchallenge June’s...

In 1986, Japanese writer Haruki Murakami published an essay coining the concept of 小確幸, or shoukakkou. The term means “small but certain happiness.” In Korean culture, the term is 소확행, or sohwakhaeng, and it quickly gained popularity during a time of economic struggle and anxiety. It’s a philosophy of enjoying the small things in life—especially the things that are free or nearly free. A “small but certain happiness” could be as simple as lighting a candle, splashing in a puddle, washing your hands with good-smelling soap, or going outside just to feel the sun.  It’s a concept that has helped many people find a little more joy in their lives—and one that we embrace at Laman Library in North Little Rock with our free adult programs!  For many adults, summer isn’t quite as joyful as it used...