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CALS – Off The Shelf – May 2024
Off the Shelf features new releases in both physical and digital media, exhibitions, and highlights larger system-wide programs. We hope this publication serves our patrons by providing current news about our collection– the foundation of all great libraries. A full schedule of events can still be found at HERE.
NEA Big Read
The National Endowment for the Arts Big Read—a partnership with Arts Midwest—broadens our understanding of ourselves and our neighbors through the power of a shared reading experience.
As part of CALS NEA Big Read 2024 celebration of Tommy Orange’s There There, we will have additional ebook copies available on Overdrive for patrons to check out between May 6 and May 24, 2024. You can download There There through CALS online catalog, the CALS app, or the Libby app.
2nd Friday Art Night
Lots of artists selling their work and/or performing, including the Blue Umbrella (a nonprofit organization representing local artists), glass artist Karen Gunter, jeweler Krystal Cornelius, and many more — with Mayra Velazquez on solo guitar!
Lawyers In The Library: Evictions & Landlord/Tenant Matters
This event will feature a presentation from Arkansas Legal on the topics of Evictions as well as other Landlord/Tenant matters, including what a legal eviction is, what rights and responsibilities tenants have, and more.
Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface.
The Wolves of K Street: Discussion with authors Brody Mullins and Luke Mullins
Join us at the Ron Robinson Theater for a discussion of The Wolves of K Street with authors Brody Mullins and Luke Mullins, moderated by CALS Executive Director Nate Coulter. Presented in partnership with the Clinton Presidential Center.
Top 10 Things to Do in May
May is often referred to as the bridge between spring and summer, and at CALS, we’re taking advantage of that and heading outside. Whether you take advantage of the water view at Maumelle Library or watch the birds (and squirrels) at Fletcher Library, there’s beauty around our branches. Grab a book or an item from our “Library of Things,” and enjoy the outside of our libraries before the summer heat is in full swing.
Register now for Guitar Wars II: Attack of the Picks
Guitar Wars is back! Sign up today for Guitar Wars II: Attack of the Picks, Saturday, June 8, at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater.
2 brackets to compete in: Youth (up to 17 years old) and Adult (18 years old +). Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced competition in each bracket.
$35 registration fee includes: free T-shirt and one pack of guitar strings. ALL skill levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced are eligible for prizes.
Reserve your meeting room online
You can now reserve our meeting rooms online! Our new reservation system allows you to easily see all available rooms across the system. Visit our Meeting Room page for all the meeting facilities and grounds use guidelines. From book clubs to seminars to baby showers, CALS has a room for all occasions.