Mid Ark Regional Library System

04/16/2026

03/06/2026

Prom season is here, and we’re ready to help you shine with free dresses! Our Prom Closet is officially open March 2 through April 30, 2026.

01/21/2026

Congratulations to the Saline County Library! 📚 ♥️

01/09/2026

Looking to make a huge impact in your community? There's no better way than to donate blood and give the gift of life. ❤️ AND, donors will receive a free long sleeve t-shirt! 👕

➡️This Saturday, January 10 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM the Bryant branch will have the bloodmobile from Our Blood Institute in Little Rock parked outside. You can make an appointment or walk in!

01/07/2026

🍞 DIY Sourdough Starter Workshop
📅 Tuesday, January 13th | 🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Malvern-Hot Spring County Library
202 East Third Street, Malvern, AR

Ever wanted to bake your own sourdough bread from scratch? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to make your own starter, feed it, care for it, and get it ready for its first loaf. No experience needed—just curiosity and a love of good bread!🥖

🔗 https://malvernhotspring-ar.whofi.com/calendar/event/384608?method=embed

11/29/2025

☔ Escape the rain and get cozy at our Saturday Book Sale! 📚

Don't let the weather keep you away—it’s warm and dry inside 140 Millwood Lane! Join us today from 10am – 3pm to browse our shelves. We have everything you need for a rainy weekend:

Books, CDs, & Audiobooks

$5 Mystery Bags (always a favorite!)

Gift Memberships for the library lovers in your life

⭐ NEW: Gift Certificates! ⭐

Spread the Warmth: ❤ We are collecting sweaters and warm clothes for the Malvern-Hot Spring County Library Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive. Feel free to drop off a donation while you shop!

Every book you purchase gets us one step closer to breaking ground for the "Library in the Park." 🌳📚

See you soon!

10/25/2025

Who: Any Arkansas student in grades 10-12 this current school year, 2025-2026, may participate in the contest

09/12/2025

⭐️NEW hours for the Bismarck Library Friends Bookstore!⭐️

Starting 9/15 we will be open every Monday from 11a-3p, and every 2nd and last Saturday of the month from 10a-3p.

📍140 Millwood Lane, Bismarck AR
💲Cash or local checks only please

Thank you, Bismarck! Every book you purchase gets us closer to building the Library in the Park! 📚🌳

08/20/2025

Join us at 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 20 for a live Virtual Book Club with author Sarah Penner.

Pre-registration is required at https://trst.in/vQPKt2.