Welcome, Kids and Families!
The library is the perfect place for kids of all ages and their caregivers. Explore our collection of books and movies, join a storytime or STEAM event, and take the fun home by picking up an activity pack! Our friendly staff is passionate about helping our youngest patrons, so come get to know us in the Children's Departments at Argenta Library and Laman Library.
Keep reading to learn more about upcoming events and recommended reads, or click here to see this week's events for kids!
Featured Events in November
Fun at Argenta Library
- First Stitches - November 5th, 12th, and 19th from 10-11am, ages 4-9
Beginning sewists learn to sew a 9-square quilt. - Tiny Chef - Tuesdays from 11:30-12:30pm
Learn kitchen fundamentals and try new foods! Space is limited. - Paper Baskets - November 23rd from 3-4pm, ages 4-12
Design and weave your own useful paper basket!
Fun at Laman Library
- Fall Fun Dance Party - November 9th from 4-5pm
Get in the fall spirit with a wiggly, giggly dance party! - Reading Buddies - November 19th from 4-5pm
Get reading support and homework help from library staff and volunteers! - Free Family Portraits - November 23rd from 3-6pm
Strike a pose for this drop-in photo session!
Animals at the Library!
- Goats for Votes - November 3rd from 10am-12pm
Celebrate democracy with crafts and goats! - Reading with Rabbits - November 5th from 4-5pm
Thanks to our friends from Little Loves Rabbit Rescue! - Reading with Roux - November 16th from 4-5pm
Practice reading with a certified therapy dog!
Fall Storytimes at the Library
North Little Rock libraries have storytimes almost every day of the week!
- Monday at 10:30am at Argenta Library
Start your week with a storytime adventure! - Tuesdays at 10am at Laman Library
Develop your preschool and elementary children's love of reading. - Wednesdays at 10am at Laman Library
Babies 0-23 months and their caregivers can enjoy a special made-for-baby storytime. - No storytime on Thursdays, so check out our calendar to learn about other fun events!
- Fridays at 10am at Laman Library
Wear comfy clothes and shoes and prepare for fun at Music and Movement Storytime! - Saturdays at 10am at Laman Library
After a busy week, come to Weekend Storytime for kids of all ages!
Links will show the upcoming dates for the current month - click "Next Month" to see more!
Recommended Kids Reads!
Explore the Collection Online!
Use our online catalog to browse the collection before hitting the shelves. You can even place holds on items so they are waiting for you when you arrive!
Did you know we even have a special catalog just for kids? Explore by clicking the button below!
Just for Tweens!
Did you know we have a special page just for tweens? Explore fun activities, books, and displays just for kids ages 9-12, put together by our resident silly goose and tween specialist, Drienne! Explore the webpage by clicking the button below, or stop by the Lift next time you're at Laman Library.