Note from the Director
Dear community members and library supporters,
I hope you have been enjoying the warm weather as much as I have! We've been busy planning for great things coming up for Summer Reading, including new programs for adults, so stay tuned for those details soon. Spring Break is next week, and the wonderful folks from the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History are presenting a program about cameras and photography on Monday, March 24th at 2pm in Library Meeting Room 1 and the Library Garden. Everyone is welcome!
You may have heard that library funding is at risk. We are tracking several bills (see below) that would have detrimental effects on library services. We greatly appreciate any support our patrons can give by contacting representatives on these issues.
All my best,
Christina Danos
It's Seed Planting Time!
We have updated our seed catalog for this growing season.
Click HERE to view it, and either email your order or stop by to select your free seeds soon! We also have gardening tools available to checkout for one week each. Happy Gardening!
Advocacy Alert
A list of current legislation that will negatively affect libraries if passed:
* The Joint Budget Committee of the Arkansas Legislature met this morning to consider an Amendment to HB1127 which would ban funding for local libraries that have any involvement with the American Library Association (ALA). This would include the trainings, conferences, policies, studies, publications, and professional development for librarians’ professional association. Thankfully, it failed in the committee this time, but the sponsor says it will be introduced again.
* SB181 - Amends the library law to remove the requirement of a Master's Degree for the State Librarian and Regional Library System Administrators. This could allow unqualified persons to fill these important leadership roles.
*PASSED 3/3/25
* SB184 - To abolish the State Library Board and transfer its powers and duties to the Department of Education. This would remove the programs, guidance, and oversight that the State Library Board provides to all the libraries in the state.
*IN HOUSE COMMITTEE
*President Trump signed an Executive Order that would eliminate the only federal agency dedicated to funding library services, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Science + Philosophy Discussion Groups
Join us in Meeting Room #1* on Wednesdays at 12:30 PM for part three of The Closing of the American Mind by Allan Bloom. After finishing Bloom, we'll read The Upswing by Robert Putnam.
Thursdays at 12:30 PM we are reading Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI by Yuval Harari.
For more info: Gary.Milczarek@gmail.com.
First Friday Book Club
Drop into Meeting Room #1* on Friday, April 4th at 10:30am to discuss Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu. No books will be distributed this month, but the club will discuss plans for the May meeting.
Spanish Classes
Every Tuesday, native speaker Carmen Rose facilitates two back-to-back Spanish programs in Meeting Room #1*. Beginner Spanish meets at 4pm. If learning Spanish is something you've always wanted to do, now is your chance! Newcomers are welcome at any time. (Ages 16+)
Conversational Spanish Group meets at 5pm. This group is for anyone who is comfortable speaking more advanced Spanish or wants to enjoy an immersive experience. Practice Spanish with other language learners of varying abilities in this informal atmosphere. (Ages 16+)
LEGO Club
Preschool song and story time
Story time meets on Wednesday mornings at 10:30am in the children's room. Families with young children are invited to join Mr. David for some circle time songs, a snack, stories, and the opportunity to meet new friends!
Bookwyrms Anonymous
Teens aged 11-18 gather every Friday at 3:30pm in the basement of the Boulevard Bookend for a variety of activities each week. Zine Club, D&D, Gaming, oh my! (Follow the path on the right side of the building around to the lower side door)
Snacks are provided and friends are always welcome.
CCC@CPL menopause support group
Eureka Springs Beekeepers
Meeting on the first Monday of each month at 6pm (April 7th) in Library Meeting Room #1*, this group is for anyone in the area that keeps Honeybees or is interested in learning more about the hobby! All are welcome.
