January 2026
Happy New Year everyone! We hope you had save travels and a joyous Christmas. As we approach 2026, it is a wonderful time to reflect on the past year and look forward to new opportunities.
The Sevier County Library truly values the support of our community members and want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our patrons. Your support makes our programs possible, and we look forward serve you in the new year.
For those looking to participate, here are the details for the upcoming January events at the Sevier County Library De Queen Branch.
Library Tots: Held every Tuesday, these sessions are at 11:00 am for early childhood literacy and engagement.
After School Story Time: Join the Library on January 15th at 4:00 pm for special winter activities.
Kids Packets & Reading Buddies: Activity packs and “reading buddies” are available for check out to keep children engaged with learning at home. Follow Sevier County Library on Facebook for the latest news, monthly calendars, and holiday updates.
Here it is a brand New Year. We all get a blank slate to write what we hope to accomplish. I hope one is to read more and visit your library often. Do you feel like you are in a rut with your reading? Why not try a new type of book? Need some examples – Romance/Suspense, Audio Books, SCI-FI and Fantasy. Come check us out (pun intended). January will be cold but here at the Library you can play cards or board games. We have a new community puzzle on our revolving table. There are some comfy chairs and coffee if you would like to just relax. We will be beginning an adult reading challenge this month. I will be posting details on the Library’s Facebook page. It will be fun!
Ms. Wendy says, Happy New Year Friends! As we step into 2026, we want to pause and sincerely thank you for being part of our library family. Your visits make this place more than just shelves of books – you make it a true community. At Lockesburg Library, “Everyone is Always Welcome.” Whether you’re here for a quiet read, programming, or just to say “hello” this is your space. We are deeply grateful for your patronage. Thank – you for making the library a place of connection and joy. Check out our Facebook page for the latest schedules and programs. Call us on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 870-289-2233 also Saturday Mornings. Here’s to a year filled with stories, laughter, and community. We can’t wait to see you at the library in 2026!
Gillham Library wants to wish everyone a Happy New Year! Here’s to wishing 2026 is a great year. Thanks to all our patrons for making 2025 a good year! The library has lots of things planned for the upcoming year. Our Summer Reading Program is shaping up to be a really good one. So come on by and check us out! We do have Notary services on Tuesdays. We can make copies for you and laminate them also. Stop in and see Rhonda or Sonya at 207 N 2nd St on Tuesday 9-2 and Saturday 11-3 or call 386-5665.
December 2025
Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive as well as De Queen Library and ABC Preschool’s Food for Fines Food Drive went wonderful. We were able to help our neighbors some this winter. Thank you to all who donated for this wonderful cause.
De Queen Library is excited to announce that Stephanie Haarmeyer and Sonya Tripp has joined our library staff. Stephanie is our Children’s and Tots programmer. We are happy that these young ladies have joined us!
December is here that means the birth of Christ. It also brings the novelty of the Jolly old Santa Claus and interesting facts. In 1870 President Grant made Christmas a federal holiday in the United States. Rudolph the Red- Nosed Reindeer was created for Montgomery Ward. The first artificial Christmas tree was made from dyed goose feathers in Germany and Thomas Edison’s assistant Edward Johnson created the first string light in 1882. The first Christmas card was created in 1843. So while visiting with family always remember the reason for the season.
Our Story Time in December is Cocoa with Mrs. Claus December 20th at 11am.
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information. Don’t forget Library Tots on Tuesdays and the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies. Call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
The Horatio Christmas parade will begin at 1 on December 6th. We will hand out treat bags for the kids in front of the library. December 13th we will host our very own puzzle mania for both kids and adults. December 20th we will have hot apple cider and everyone will have a chance to decorate a Christmas cookie and make their own Christmas card. Our needle crafters are working on Christmas presents. Work on a project or just come join us on Saturdays 10 am. If there is a program or even you would like us to offer in the new year, please email me at horatiolibrary@yahoo.com or call 870-832-6882 New players for Dominoes are always welcome on Thursdays starting at 8:30. Come join these fun players. As always we provide access to computers, printing, fax and laminating services. The library’s meeting room is open to the public by reservation call 870-832-6882. Come by and say hello, have a cup of coffee or work on the community puzzle, see you soon!
The Lockesburg Library is wrapping up 2025 with a month full of holiday spirit, community connection, and reading opportunities. December brings seasonal events for all ages including story times, activities, games and crafts. There will be a Holiday Book Giveaway – December 17-20. Stop by and pick up a wrapped used book from under our tree – yours to keep! While supplies last. The library will be closed December 25th and January 1st for the holidays. Library Manager, Wendy Clay shared, “December is one of our favorite times of the year. I enjoy seeing families come together to celebrate, read, and make memories at the library. For more information, visit the Lockesburg Library, check in on the library Facebook page or call 870-289-2233
Gillham Library wants to welcome Sonya Tripp to the library family. Sonya will be working on Saturdays.
Hey kids its almost Christmas! Gillham Library will have our Christmas Program On December 20th at 1:00pm. Come see if you are on the naughty or nice list!We can now laminate and we have Notary services on Tuesdays. Stop in and see Rhonda or Sonya at 207 N 2nd St on Tuesday 9-2 and Saturday 11-3 or call 386-5665.
Christmas 2025
November 2025
November 2025
November is here and it is finally feeling like fall! November brings falling leaves, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving and Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive as well as De Queen Library and ABC Preschool’s Food for Fines Food Drive. Won’t you help a neighbor? The Sweater drive helps area kids and the food drive helps all area folks. Please donate your gently worn or new sweaters, coats, scarves, hats, gloves to us and we will help our community.
Facts about November: November, the 11th month of the year, has 30 days and marks the beginning of the winter holiday season for most folks, even if the Winter Solstice doesn’t occur until late December. Also named for the ninth (novem) month in the early Roman calendar, into a social time of community suppers, feasts of thanksgiving, and general elections. November is Banana Pudding Lovers Month—who knew?
Our Library Tots should start back up November 3rd and we have after school story time at 4 pm on November 6th and 20th. Come see what we have planned!
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information. Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies. Call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
Catherine at Horatio Library says Whoo Hoo! Fall is here! Cooler weather, coffee and puzzle time. Yes, we still have the community puzzle going. Come have a cup of coffee and add some pieces to the puzzle.
We begin our “Mister Rogers Neighborhood Sweater Drive” November 1st through November 30th. Donate your gently warn or new sweaters or coats here. We will have a box set up near the front of the library. Our needle crafters are thinking of Christmas presents. Work on a project and come and join us on Saturdays at 10 am.New players for Dominoes are always welcome on Thursdays starting at 8:30. Come join these fun players. As always we provide access to computers, printing, fax and laminating services. The library’s meeting room is open to the public by reservation call 870-832-6882. Come by and say hello and have a cup of coffee, see you soon!
Gillham Library ladies say they had a great turn out for the Halloween program even if it was a nasty day out. Gillham Library will be having a Thanksgiving program on November 22nd at 1:00. Be sure to come see what we are doing. With the cooler temps you need to read a good book and we sure have some good ones! James Patterson’s The Picasso Heist, Patricia Cornwell’s Sharp Force and Lee Goldberg’s Fallen Star to name a few. You might be interested in a good DVD like The Last Rodeo, Lilo & Stitch or Bad Guys 2.
Don’t forget Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive November 1-30 to help our community and the Food for Fines food drive.We can now laminate your pictures or papers for you. We have Notary services on Tuesdays. Dominoes are played on Tuesday mornings from 9-12. Come try your luck.Stop in and see Rhonda or Laura at 207 N 2nd St on Tuesday 9-2 and Saturday 11-3 or call 386-5665.
October 2025
ALA and Banned Books Week Coalition are pleased to announce the theme for Banned Books Week for 2025: “Censorship is So 1984, Read for Your Rights.” Banned Books Week spotlights current and historical censor books in libraries and schools. It brings together the book community- librarians, teachers, publishers, booksellers, journalists and readers in support of freedom to read. ALA President Cindy Hohl said “We must always come together to stand up for the right to read!” Stop in your local library today and check out a banned book.
The new program “Library Tots for toddlers is each Tuesday at. 11:00 am.
We are holding a Halloween Coloring Contest ages 6-11. You can pick up your sheets on October 1 and return at the October 23rd Story Time. Our regular after school story times are at 4:00 pm every other Thursday for ages 6-11. The Story Times for October are the 9th and 23rd.
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information. Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies. Call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
Catherine at Horatio Library says their regular hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-5:30 closed 12:00-1:00 for lunch and Saturday 8:30-12:30 however on Saturday October 18th the library will be closed. Our Needle crafters are thinking about beginning Christmas presents. Yes, it is coming in just a few months. If you want to work on a project, come join us on Saturdays at 10 am.A new Community Puzzle is ready for you to add your touches.We have some new books some of your favorite authors: John Grisham, James Patterson, Michael Connelly, and David Baldacci. As always we provide access to computers, printing, fax, and laminating services. The Library’s meeting room is open to public by reservation. Call 870-832-6882. Come spend some time with us, we look Forward to seeing you.
Get ready to build, create, imagine and earn prizes. The Lockesburg library is announcing a LEGO Builders Program during the month of October designed especially for children and teens ages 4-14. LEGO play supports STEM learning, boosts fine motor skills, and inspires imagination. Where your child is a master builder or just starting out, this program offers a fun and educational way to explore creativity and engineering with LEGO. Let’s build something amazing together at Locksesburg Library. For more info check in on the library Facebook page or call 870-289-2233
Gillham Library ladies say Fall is in the air and none too soon! Halloween is coming up and we will have a program Saturday October 18th at 1:00pm. We will give out plastic trick or treat pumpkins with treats after the program. You must attend the program to get a pumpkin! Gillham Library has a new service to offer our patrons. We can now laminate your special papers for you. We have Notary services on Tuesdays. Dominoes are played on Tuesday mornings from 9-12. Come try your luck. Stop in and see Rhonda or Laura at 207 N 2nd St on Tuesday 9-2 and Saturday 11-3 or call 386-5665.
Library Tots
September 2025
Over 1300 children’s meals were distributed this summer at the Lockesburg Library. The Grab and Go meals were a part of summer feeding program provided by Harvest Foods of Texarkana and administrated by Doug Dietz. Lockesburg Library and Mz. Wendy are happy to resume our Eat and Explore the World program this September with the nation of Russia. Join us to discover the rich history and culture of the world’s largest country. We will sample the traditional Russian snack, Prianiki Korovka: a spiced cookie, receive the recipe and learn how it connects to Russian heritage. We will study the Russian Cyrillic alphabet by practicing writing our name and decoding simple words. Our games will include a STEM 3D Russian Blocks Game that will be very challenging. This program promises a fun, educational and tasty experience. For more info check in on the library Facebook page or call 870-289-2233.
Gillham Library ladies say they hope everyone has enjoyed their summer vacation! Now it’s time to hit the books again. Hopefully Fall will come quickly, I know everyone is tired of this heat!
We have some great books for you. Jana Deleon’s Mudbug Series, is really fun. Trouble in Mudgbug is set in Louisiana. Karen Rose’s Knife in the Back, Chris Offutt’s The Killing Hills and Marc Cameron’s Deadline.
We have lots of DVDS’ also: Conclave, Panda Bear in Africa, Sneaks and lots more titles.
On September 27th we will have popcorn and a movie. The new Lilo and Stitch movie at 1:00. It’s gonna be fun! Come by and see us at 207 N 2nd St on Tuesday 9-2 and Saturday 11-3 or call 386-5665.
August 2025
School is starting just around the corner and Summer is in full heat. Did you know that your local libraries have great air conditioners? We sure do! So if you are hot come in out of the heat and cool off. We have lots of different things you can do. From Reading to Puzzles. Come on by and see us!
WOW! What a great Summer Reading Program thanks to CSLP and Arkansas State Library!!!
We sure colored our world this summer with stories of coloring, painting, music, craft monsters and the De Queen Fire Department! We would like to take the time to thank the following folks for helping us make it a success this year. KDQN & De Queen Bee, Dr. Randy and Angie Walker, Gail Greene, Pruett’s Food, Burger King, Taco Bell, Molly at La Popular, Brennan and the De Queen Fire Department, Morgan, Sebastian and the Library Staff. Of course the parents of these children that took the time from their busy schedule to bring them.
We have a new way of printing to the De Queen Library!! Come in and get information on how you can print from your phone! This option is “only” available if you are inside the library.
Introducing the new program “Library Tots for toddlers on August 5th at 11am please come in and talk with us or call and get your child on the list.
Our regular story times will resume on Thursday August 7th at 4:00 pm for ages 5-11.
Calling all Minecraft players and creepers! Join us on Saturday, August 9th, for an epic Minecraft gathering at the Lockesburg Library. Whether you’re a Redstone wizard or just starting out, this event is packed with excitement: Games & Challenges – Test your skills in creative builds and mini competitions. Prizes – Win cool Minecraft-themed goodies. Refreshments – Fuel up with snacks while you’re here. Meet fellow players – Share tips and tricks. All ages welcome, but younger players may need a grown-up sidekick. Ask ahead to reserve a spot. Location: Lockesburg Library the time: 10:30 AM – 11:30AM. Questions? Call 870-289-2233 or check our Facebook page for updates.
Gillham Library ladies says Boy the Summer has really gone by in a hurry, and school will be starting back soon. We are going to pain rocks again on Saturday August 16th since the kids enjoyed it so much before. So Saturday August 16th @ 1:00 so come hang out and paint with us.
We have some great new books to check out: James Patterson’s The Hampton’s Lawyer, Lisa Scottoline’s The Unraveling of Julia, Linda Castillo’s Rage and Lisa Jackson’s It happened on the lake. We have new DVD’s: Sneaks, Conclave, and Panda Bear in Africa Too!
Dominoes every Tuesday 9-12 come try our luck. We have computers for the public and kid’s computers with programming for kids. Notary services available on Tuesdays.
Stop in at 207 N 2nd St and see Rhonda and Laura or call 386-5665.
July 2025
We have a new way of printing to the De Queen Library!! Come in and get information on how you can print from your phone! This option is “only” available if you are inside the library.
In 2025 the De Queen Library will be hosting a Recipe Exchange for everyone. Bring in your recipe to exchange with others. This is a fun interactive way to enjoy new foods.
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information.Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies.Call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
Yup, It’s hot outside but cool things are going on at your Horatio Library. We will be doing Story Time through July 22nd. Come in and we will draw for our Summer Reading Prizes. Come in and get your name in the Summer Reading Drawing Box. Don’t forget your reading passport when you come in. We still have some neat prizes available.Ever wanted an inside pet but your parents said “No”? Well, we have the pet for you! Come July12th and paint your own pet rock. We will have a puppet show on July 19th at 10:00.Don’t forget we have a game table set up, we have chess, Dominoes and other games so you and your friends can play where it is cool. The domino players meet each Thursday Morning starting at 8:30 am. The needle crafters come at 10:00 am each Saturday. Looking Forward to seeing you.
Lockesburg Library and Mz Wendy invited you to join the patrons in July when we will continue with our Grab and Go children’s meals. Also, our Summer Reading Programs is going strong encouraging literacy, and ensuring that even while school is out, kids have a structured and fun program to look forward to. Earning Jibbet charms as an incentive adds a fun, collectible element that can motivate children to set reading goals and share their progress with peers. For more info call 870-289-2233 or the Lockesburg Library Facebook page.
Gillham Library says that the Summer Reading Program has been a big success this year. The kids have been having a lot of fun. They especially enjoyed painting rocks. We want to thank Tony and Amy Everts and Al and Vicki Wright for sponsoring our program this year.
If you need a good book to read- we have Nora Robert’s Hidden Nature, Craig Johnson’s Return to Sender, James Lee Burke’s Don’t Forget Me Little Bessie, and Preston and Child’s Bad Lands, to name a few. July is almost here so we want to wish everyone a Happy and Safe 4th. Dominoes every Tuesday 9-12 come try our luck.
We have computers for the public and kid’s computers with programming for kids. Notary services available on Tuesdays.
Stop in at 207 N 2nd St and see Rhonda and Laura or call 386-5665.
July 2025
June 2025
We are set up and ready for our Collaborative Summer Reading Program thanks to the Arkansas State Library and CSLP. This year’s theme is “Color Our World” and we have lots of exciting things planned. So be on the lookout for our flyer. We want to thank Dr. Randy and Angie Walker for their donation of snacks for our programs this summer. Remember the first 24 children will receive a bag each week for participating. For June our program will be at 10:00 am on Wednesdays beginning:
June 11th with Splatter and Splatter art June 12th at 4pm will be our Father’s Day Program and craft.
June 18th is Magic Trash and Tambourine
June 25th is Chalksy and Mosaic Chameleon
We have a new way of printing to the De Queen Library!! Come in and get information on how you can print from your phone! This option is “only” available if you are inside the library.
In 2025 the De Queen Library will be hosting a Recipe Exchange for everyone. Bring in your recipe to exchange with others. This is a fun interactive way to enjoy new foods.
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information.
Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies.
Call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
June is here and the Horatio Library is so excited! This month we celebrate Fathers, school being out, and the first day of Summer.
Our Summer Reading theme is “Color Our World”. We will be having different activities each Saturday during the month of June. Once of the events will be done on Tuesday Mornings at 10:00 am, making a Father’s Day Card, or a library scavenger hunt, we will be doing the reading passport again this summer. See, there is so much going on at your library that you don’t want to miss!
You can choose a puzzle to work on here or check one out to work at home. We have a game table set up and various board games, plus chess, and checkers for your enjoyment.
The domino players meet each Thursday Morning starting at 8:30 am. The needle crafters come at 10:00 am each Saturday.
The library is still offering these services: copy printing, lamination, free computer and WIFI use. Looking forward to seeing you!
Color Our World 2025 Summer Reading Program at the Lockesburg Library will feature exciting events themed around art. Plus, a reading challenge involving Jibbitz will be adding a fun and interactive way to celebrate reading achievements. Stay tuned for more details on how to participate. Get ready to join us for the SRP Kick-Off June 4, receive a mini art kit—complete with paints, brushes, and a canvas. Unleash your creativity, craft your tiny masterpiece, and return it to the library to be featured in our Tiny Art Show.
Grab & Go Meals at the Lockesburg Library, starting June 4, free meals will be available at the Lockesburg Library from 11 AM – 12 PM, in partnership with Harvest Regional Food Bank. Meals will be offered Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays to children under 18 years of age. Kids stop by and pick up a meal for a brighter, healthier summer!
Gillham Library is getting for our Summer Reading Program in June; We will have a program every Saturday at 1:00 pm. The theme for the program is “Color Our World”. We have lots of fun things planned.
June 7th is Sky Color
June 14th is Ricky the Rock that Couldn’t Roll
June 21st is Color Our World with Pete the Cat
June 28th is Secret Agent Splat
Don’t forget Dominoes every Tuesday from 9-12.
Public computers, copies and notary services available on Tuesdays.
Stop in at 207 N 2nd St and see Rhonda and Laura or call 386-5665.
May 2025
April 2025
April brings April Fools’ Day, Passover, Easter, Earth Day, and National Arbor Day. After much research there has been a lot of theories about April Fools’ Day from an ancient Rome festival called Hilaria to France’s April Fish. But the one that’s closest to us would have to be, because it’s so close to the Spring Equinox and Mother Nature is known to play tricks on us with all the unpredictable changes in the weather. So whatever it is that you believe, don’t get fooled!
Spring is here and it is time for new growth and beginnings. We will have our Easter Story Time/ Earth Day April 17th at 4:00 pm. The first 20 children will obtain an Easter bag, a packet of seeds, and cup for planting from the Easter Bunny.
In 2025 the De Queen Library will be hosting a Recipe Exchange for everyone. Each month will be different. In the Month of April, will be your favorite recipe. Bring in your recipe to exchange with others. This is a fun interactive way to enjoy new foods.
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information.
Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies.
Catherine at Horatio Library says here it is April; the month of two wildly different events- April Fools’ Day and Easter. The Library will be celebrating both of these events in very unusual ways. You will just have to come see us.
Hopefully, on April 12th we will have a Gardening Class and everyone who comes, will take home their own plant. Class will begin at 10:00 am. When the weather allows, we will be having games on Saturdays outside from 10-12. Don’t forget the Community Puzzle. You can choose one to work on here or check one out to work at home. The Needle Crafters and Domino players are still looking for new members. The Library is still offering these services: copies, printing, lamination and free computers and WIFI use. Looking forward to seeing you at your library!
This month from the Lockesburg Library Mz. Wendy asks, “Why are we always so tired on April 1st?” Answer: because we have just had a March of 31 days… Well you don’t have time to be too tired if you want to be a part of all the fantastic children’s programming with her at the Lockesburg Library. For two weeks the 9th through the 19th there will be “Eat and Explore the World: Australia.” On the days of the 23, 24 and 26th Robbie the Recycle Robot will be here and we will have programs on Earth Day and Arbor Day. Don’t miss a single program. All are welcome at the Lockesburg Library. More info call Mz. Wendy at 870-289-2233.
Spring is here! Easter is just around the corner. Gillham Library will be having an Easter program, Saturday April 19th at 1:00 pm. The first 12 kids, ages 3 to 10 will get an Easter Basket filled with goodies. Baskets will be given out to the kids after the program is over. We have lots of new books to he checked out: James Patterson’s The Writer, C.J Box’s Battle Mountain, Karen Rose’s Dead Man’s List and Janet Dailey’s Lie for a Million. Domino games played on Tuesdays from 9:00-12:00 so come on down and try your luck. Notary service available on Tuesdays and we have 3 computers for your use also and free WIFI.
We want to thank Classy Cleaning Company for sponsoring our Easter program!
Stop in at 207 N 2nd St and see Rhonda and Laura or call 386-5665.
March 2025
Spring is in the air so don’t forget to spring your clocks forward on March 9th for Daylight Savings Time. So on Saturday night March 8th don’t forget to change your clocks before bedtime.
In 2025 the De Queen Library will be hosting a Recipe Exchange for everyone. Each month will be different. In the Month of March, will be your favorite American Recipe. Bring in your recipe to exchange with others. This is a fun interactive way to enjoy new foods.
4:00 pm Story Time for March will be St. Patrick’s Day on March 13th, and for March 27th they will have some fun games for Game Day at the Library all day long. Spend some time at the library with come and go games.
Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information.Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies.
We have a new service at De Queen Library, thanks to Angie and Dr. Walker for the blood pressure machine. Bringing free monitoring to the community.
Don’t forget to call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
Catherine at Horatio Library says: Here it is March! The month of St. Patrick’s Day and the start of Spring and Daylight Savings Time. The library is expecting all kinds of activities for March.We will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day by making our very one St. Patrick’s Day Hat. We may even do a jig!The library will have special guests on March 22nd to celebrate the first day of spring, baby chicks!When the weather stays warm, we will be having games on Saturdays outside.Don’t stay home and be bored. Come have fun at your Horatio Library with our needle crafters, domino players or the community puzzle.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss with us at the Lockesburg Library March 5 – 8. During March 12-20th the library will explore the flavors of Mexico in our “Eat and Explore the World” children’s program. Mz. Wendy at the Lockesburg Library is excited to offer this engaging and educational program that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of Mexico. Through storytelling, hands-on activities, recipes and food, we hope to inspire a love for learning and cultural appreciation in our young participants.Are you kids Dog Man fans? If yes, then you will want to let them join us on Saturday, March 22 at 11:00 for a Dog Man Hero Party we will have Dog Man activities and giveaways. For more information, please contact Wendy Clay at 870-289-2233.
Gillham Library would like to welcome Laura Rogers to our staff. Mr. Bob will be retiring but will be here from time to time. We wish him all the luck in his retirement. Come by and check out our great selection of new books: C.J. Box “Battle Mountain”, Janet Dailey “Lie for a Million”, Carolyn Brown “The Party Line” and Alice Feeney “Beautiful Ugly”.
As always domino games played on Tuesdays from 9:00-12:00 so come on down and try your luck. Notary service available on Tuesdays and we have 3 computers for your use also and free WIFI. Stop in and see Rhonda and Laura or call 386-5665.
January 2025
We would like to thank you all once again for making our Annual Cocoa with Mrs. Claus a huge success! I know that Santa and Mrs. Claus had fun and are so thankful that you took time out of your schedule to bring your children to the Library!
From Rhonda, Johnye, Carolyn and Freda at the De Queen Library, thank you for your continued patronage, Happy New Year and we will see you Next Year!!
In 2025 the De Queen Library will be hosting a Recipe Exchange for everyone. Each month will be different. In the Month of January, will be your favorite Mexican Recipe. Bring in your recipe to exchange with others. Look for our board as you come in the door, put on your recipe and take one, easy peasy! This is a fun interactive way to enjoy new foods.
Story Time for January will be 23rd at 4pm. I hear that it just might snow in the month of January and I bet that Carolyn and Freda will have something fun planned for the kids. Keep an eye on our facebook.com/seviercountylibrary page for upcoming news and information.
Don’t forget about the kids packets and packs to be checked out with activities and reading buddies.
We have a new service at De Queen Library, thanks to Angie and Dr. Walker for the blood pressure machine. Bringing free monitoring to the community. Feel free to call us with any questions you may have we are here to serve you. 870-584-4364
Catherine at Horatio Library says everyone take a deep breath and relax. I hope everyone had a good holiday and you are ready for this brand new year! We have some fun, stress less activities for you. Did you get some puzzles for Christmas? I bet you have already put them together and you are wondering what to do with them now? How about a puzzle exchange at the Horatio Library? All month you can bring in a puzzle (not missing any pieces, please) and exchange it with one of ours, that way you can have a new puzzle to challenge you.
Super Bowl is coming up and on January 11th we will have a come and go super bowl snack making. We will have various crackers, nuts, and fruits for making your snack.
I understand that snow has been predicted. On January 18th we will have a puppet show about what happens when a snowman gets a cold. Don’t stay home and be bored. Come have fun at your Horatio Library!
January is the perfect time to dive into new reads! Check out our latest arrivals and discover your next favorite book at the Lockesburg Library. Whether you’re into thrilling new mysteries, heartwarming romances, or enlightening non-fiction, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Kick off the new year with Mz Wendy in a range of exciting learning activities for all ages. From crafting workshops to STEM challenges, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and learn. Spice up your culinary skills with our Spice of the Month exchange. January’s featured spices are Italian spices. Bring your favorite small sample to swap with others, share your favorite recipes, and leave with new ideas to try at home. Exchange takes place 15th, 16th, and 18th. Call Mz. Wendy for information 870-289-2233
Happy New Year from Rhonda and Bob!! We want to thank all the patrons for helping make 2024 a great year. We wouldn’t be here without you! We look forward to seeing you all in the New Year! There have been lots of domino games played on Tuesdays from 9:00-12:00 so come on down and try your luck.
Notary service available on Tuesdays and we have 3 computers for your use also and free WIFI. Stop in and see Rhonda and Mr. Bob or call 386-5665