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Ghost Portraits
2025-10-23 16:00:00 2025-10-23 17:00:00 America/Chicago Ghost Portraits Ghost portraits anyone? Today we will use scrapbook paper and paint to create silly ghost portraits that can be used as seasonal decor. Main Library - 131 | Martin Children's Center

Thursday, October 23
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-23 16:00:00 2025-10-23 17:00:00 America/Chicago Ghost Portraits Ghost portraits anyone? Today we will use scrapbook paper and paint to create silly ghost portraits that can be used as seasonal decor. Main Library - 131 | Martin Children's Center

Main Library

131 | Martin Children's Center

Ghost portraits anyone? Today we will use scrapbook paper and paint to create silly ghost portraits that can be used as seasonal decor.

AGE GROUP: | Pre-teens ages 9-12 | Kids ages 6-8 |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts/Crafts |

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Phone: 501.918.3000
Branch manager
Joe Hudak
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Joe Hudak
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Little Rock, AR 72201
Tel: 501.918.3000

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Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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Cupcake Wars
Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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Flextangles
Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Sushi Showdown
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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Fall Perler Bead Creations
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Create your own fall themed Perler bead creations!
Turkey Tape Painting
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
Create a colorful Turkey design using painter's tape!
National November: Stress Awareness Day
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
Join us on National Stress Awareness Day for soothing evening to help you unwind and recharge. Enjoy a nice 30-minute session of mood-lit yoga, as well as have a Sip & Soothe: Herbal Tea Bar. Events in the Teen Lounge are for ages 13-18 only.
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Fri, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Painted Rock Photo Holders
Fri, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Fri, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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529 | Fred Darragh Center for Intellectual Freedom
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235 | Makerspace
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Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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230 | Teen Center Program Room
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Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
012 | Arvest Computer Classroom
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Gratitude Leaf Wall Hangings
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Apple Parfait with Jet from be Mighty!
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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Project Disguise a Turkey!
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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230 | Teen Center Program Room
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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230 | Teen Center Program Room
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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230 | Teen Center Program Room
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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230 | Teen Center Program Room
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230 | Teen Center Program Room
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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131 | Martin Children's Center
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Wed, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
131 | Martin Children's Center
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Wed, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
230 | Teen Center Program Room
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Fri, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
131 | Martin Children's Center
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Storytime is a great way to bond with your child. Storytime helps develop your child's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills.
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