CALS Children's Library and Learning Center

CALS Children's Library and Learning Center Children's branch of the Central Arkansas Library System. Go to cals.org for more information.
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Check out all the activities we have planned for the rest of the month!
06/10/2026

Check out all the activities we have planned for the rest of the month!

WHOOPS! We noticed a slight error on website! Cultured Kitchen Chronicles will be this Friday, June 5th at 2pm! During t...
06/02/2026

WHOOPS!
We noticed a slight error on website! Cultured Kitchen Chronicles will be this Friday, June 5th at 2pm!
During this session of Cultured Kitchen Chronicles, we will be making cream cheese stuffed mini bell peppers! Feel free to join us.

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05/10/2026

ʚ 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸThese are the Programs this week at the Children's Library!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. May 11th - May 16th

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, May 11th
β€’Wiggle Worms (ages 0-5) β€” 10:00 AM
Get your wiggles out with Ms. Rachel!

🌈🌱 Tuesday, May 12th
β€’ Sensory Hour (ages 0–5) β€” 10:00 AM
A calm, hands-on sensory experience for little learners.
β€’ Kids' Garden Club (ages 6-11) -- 4:00pm
Blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries are starting to ripen at the Children’s Library Teaching Garden! We will look for ripe berries to share together and learn how these plants grow differently with Mr. Chris!

πŸ“–βœ¨ Wednesday, May 13th
β€’ Storytime (ages 0–5) β€” 10 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and smiles with our youngest readers.
β€’ Preschool Process Art (ages 0–5) β€” 10:30 AM
Come join us for a special craft designed just for your little ones!
β€’ National Apple Pie Day (ages 6-11) β€” 4:00pm
Happy National Apple Pie Day! Let's make apple pies together while learning about nutrition and important kitchen skills with Mr. James!

πŸ’–πŸ’Ž Thursday, May 14th
β€’ NO PROGRAMS

πŸŽ¨πŸ’‘Friday, May 15th
β€’ Malcolm X and Pizza Day (ages 6-11) β€” 4:00pm
Did you know Malcolm X Day and National Pizza Party Day are on the same day?! Let's Celebrate by making pizza's together while learning facts about Malcolm X!

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Saturday, May 16thπŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
β€’Toddler Rumble Tumble (ages 0-6) β€” 10am
Get ready to move, groove, and burn off some energy! Toddles can jump, crawl, stretch, and play through fun obstacles.
β€’Walk U Thru It Line Dancing (all ages) β€” 2pm
Step, slide, and dance your way into fun with Walk U Thru It! This line dancing class breaks down the moves so everyone can follow along, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers.

🍎 Meal service will be from 4pm - 5 PM!

✨ All programs and meal service are FREE β€” come learn, play, and create with us!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.!! These are the Programs this week at the Children's Library!β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. May 4th - May 9thπŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, May 4th...
05/04/2026

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.!! These are the Programs this week at the Children's Library!β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.

May 4th - May 9th

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, May 4th
β€’Baby Ballet (Ages 0-5) β€” 10:00 AM
Bring your dancing little ones to learn basic ballet skills with Ms. Rachel!

🌈🌱 Tuesday, May 5th
β€’ Sensory Hour (ages 0–5) β€” 10:00 AM
A calm, hands-on sensory experience for little learners.
β€’ Kids' Nature Club (6-11) -- 4:00pm
Let's learn new things about nature with Mr. Chris in the Greenhouse!

πŸ“–βœ¨ Wednesday, May 6th
β€’ Storytime (ages 0–5) β€” 10 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and smiles with our youngest readers.
β€’ Lego Club (ages 6-11) -- 4 PM
Bring your imagination and building skills to enjoy lego club with Mr. James!

πŸ’–πŸ’Ž Thursday, May 7th
β€’Karaoke Club (all ages) -- 4pm
Let's sing our hearts out with Mr. James!

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Friday, May 8th πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
β€’No programs!

πŸŽ¨πŸ’‘Saturday, May 9th
β€’ Mothers' Day Tea
Celebrate with us at our Mother’s Day Tea Party! Mom/mom figures and kids are invited to enjoy sweet treats, tea, and craft in a welcoming setting. Guests are encouraged to dress up in their fanciest attire!

🍎 Meal service will be from 4pm - 5 PM!

✨ All programs and meal service are FREE β€” come learn, play, and create with us!

04/28/2026

Nature Club is cancelled today, unexpectedly. We are so sorry for the late notice and apologize for any inconvenience.

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.!! These are the Programs this week at the Children's Library! β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. April 27th - May 2ndπŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, Apr...
04/28/2026

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.!! These are the Programs this week at the Children's Library!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. April 27th - May 2nd

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, April 27th
β€’Wiggle Worms (Ages 0-5) β€” 10:00 AM
Get your wiggles out with Ms. Rachel!
β€’Kitchen Chronicles (Ages 6-11) β€” 4:00pm
It's Earth Month! Let's make dirt pudding!

🌈🌱 Tuesday, April 28th
β€’ Sensory Hour (ages 0–5) β€” 10:00 AM
A calm, hands-on sensory experience for little learners.
β€’ Kids' Nature Club (6-11) -- 4:00pm
Let's learn new things about nature with Mr. Chris in the Greenhouse!

πŸ“–βœ¨ Wednesday, April 29th
β€’ Storytime (ages 0–5) β€” 10 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and smiles with our youngest readers.

πŸ’–πŸ’Ž Thursday, April 30th
β€’Bath Bombs away -- 4:30pm
Let's learn how to make bath bombs with Mr. James!

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Friday, May 1st πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
β€’National Scrapbook Day -- 4pm
Happy National Scrapbook Day! Let's create a scrapbook together!

πŸŽ¨πŸ’‘Saturday, May 2nd β€’ No programs

🍎 Meal service will be from 4pm - 5 PM!

✨ All programs and meal service are FREE β€” come learn, play, and create with us!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.Happy National Library Week!!! These are the Programs this week at the Children's Library! β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. April ...
04/21/2026

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.Happy National Library Week!!! These are the Programs this week at the Children's Library!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. April 20th - April 25th

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, April 20th
β€’Baby Ballet (Ages 0-5) β€” 10:00 AM
Foster the love of dance in your little one with this casual, kid-centered class.

🌈🌱 Tuesday, April 21st
β€’ Sensory Hour (ages 0–5) β€” 10:00 AM
A calm, hands-on sensory experience for little learners.
β€’ Kids' Garden Club (6-11) -- 4:00pm
Seed Snails are a fun way to grow a lot of seedlings in a small space. What will you grow? Let's find out with Mr. Chris in the Greenhouse!

πŸ“–βœ¨ Wednesday, April 22nd
β€’ Storytime (ages 0–5) β€” 10 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and smiles with our youngest readers.
β€’ Preschool Process Art (ages 0–5) β€” 10:30 AM
Come join us for a special craft designed just for your little ones!

πŸ’–πŸ’Ž Thursday, April 23rd
β€’ Library Lovers Luau -- 4:30pm
Celebrate National Library Lovers Week with a tropical twist! Join us for a festive celebration filled with crafts and plenty of library love.

πŸŽ¨πŸ’‘Friday, April 24th β€’ No programs

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Saturday, April 25th πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
β€’Gardens of Generations -- 12pm
Spring is in full bloom at the library, and we’re celebrating together! Families and friends of all ages are invited to join the fun in our Garden & Greenhouse.

β€’Youthful Yoga + Storytime -- 2pm
Happy National Library Week! Join us for a Storytime paired with a yoga session! Grab your little ones and lets stretch!

🍎 Meal service will be from 4pm - 5 PM!

✨ All programs and meal service are FREE β€” come learn, play, and create with us!

This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week and we want to celebrate all of our wonderful volunteers who come help...
04/20/2026

This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week and we want to celebrate all of our wonderful volunteers who come help us at the Children's Library. We want to recognize a few of the many wonderful individuals who have helped us out this year. Starting with our 2025 Volunteer of the Year Danielle Collins!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.Programs this week at the Library! β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. April 6th - April 11th πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, April 13thβ€’ Cuddly Critter C...
04/13/2026

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.Programs this week at the Library!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ. April 6th - April 11th

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, April 13th
β€’ Cuddly Critter Creations (Ages 0-5) β€” 10:00 AM
Join us for a cuddly no-sew mini stuffed animal craft that’s perfect for your little ones!

🌈🌱 Tuesday, April 14th
β€’ Sensory Hour (ages 0–5) β€” 10:00 AM
A calm, hands-on sensory experience for little learners.
β€’ Kids' Bee Club (6-11) -- 4:00pm
Let's make a big Flower Pinwheel to dance in the wind with Mr. Chris!

πŸ“–βœ¨ Wednesday, April 15th
β€’ Storytime (ages 0–5) β€” 10 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and smiles with our youngest readers.

πŸ’–πŸ’Ž Thursday, April 16th
β€’ Karaoke Club -- 4pm
Get ready to sing your heart out! Karaoke is all about fun, laughter, and music. Join us to belt out your favorites and cheer on others.

πŸŽ¨πŸ’‘Friday, April 17th β€’ No programs

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Saturday, April 18th πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
β€’The Painted Pig -- 10am
Limited to 25 participants
β€’Walk U Thru It Line Dancing -- 2pm
Step, slide, and dance your way into fun with Walk U Thru It! This line dancing class breaks down the moves so everyone can follow along.

🍎 Meal service will be from 4pm - 5 PM!

✨ All programs and meal service are FREE β€” come learn, play, and create with us!

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.Programs this week at the Library! β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.April 6th - April 11thπŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, April 6thβ€’ Baby Ballet (Ages 0...
04/07/2026

β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.Programs this week at the Library! β‚ŠΛšΚš 🌱 β‚ŠΛšβœ§οΎŸ.
April 6th - April 11th

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Monday, April 6th
β€’ Baby Ballet (Ages 0-5) β€” 10:00 AM
Come learn some beginning ballet with Ms. Rachel!

🌈🌱 Tuesday, April 7th
β€’ Sensory Hour (ages 0–5) β€” 10:00 AM
A calm, hands-on sensory experience for little learners.
β€’ Kids' Garden Club (6-11) -- 4:00pm
Strawberry Rocks! Can your artistic skills fool a bird? Paint a rock to look like a ripe strawberry!

πŸ“–βœ¨ Wednesday, April 8th
β€’ Storytime (ages 0–5) β€” 10 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and smiles with our youngest readers.
β€’ Preschool Process Art (ages 0–5) β€” 10:30 AM
Craft it up after storytime with Ms. Rachel!

πŸ’–πŸ’Ž Thursday, April 9th
β€’ Power Of Words: Poetry, Art, & Music -- 4pm
Happy National Poetry Month! Happy Jazz Appreciation Month! Join us for a program about Celebrating Jazz and Poetry Month in an artistic way!

πŸŽ¨πŸ’‘Friday, April 10th
β€’ No programs

πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί Saturday, April 11th πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί
β€’ No programs

🍎 Free Meal Service Reminder
Meal service will be from 4pm - 5 PM!

✨ All programs and meal service are FREE β€” come learn, play, and create with us!

Address

4800 West 10th Street
Little Rock, AR
72204

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+15019783870

Website

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