Ongoing Programs at BCL

Please check program availability at www.baxtercountylibrary.org. Due to space availability, classes and programs are occasionally rescheduled - especially for FOL Book Sales and special Library Programs for children, teens and adults.

Computer Class for Beginners & Intermediates
Saturdays* 10am-12pm

*Check class availability
The public is invited to attend these classes at no charge. Classes are taught by members of the Twin Lakes Computer Users Group. Class offerings are online at www.tlcug-ark.org.

Travel Videos
1st Friday of the Month*  3pm-4pm
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Travel by armchair from the Library meeting room. All are welcome to attend to watch a travel video and enjoy refreshments afterward, at no charge.

"Issues & Viewpoints" Book Discussion Group
2nd Friday of the Month*  1pm-3pm
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All are invited to read the monthly title of current interest chosen by the group and participate in the discussion, exchange of ideas and opinions about the book moderated by Phil Garner and John Beecroft. This group will not meet in December or January.

Yoga
Fridays*  5pm-6pm
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Try instructor Tony Khayat’s stretching and breathing exercises to improve your general health. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat. A donation of $2 to the Library is suggested.

Library Exhibits

The Library offers exhibits in the glass display case near the circulation desk which change monthly. Enjoy viewing exhibits from area collectors which have included Civil War and World War II memorabilia; minerals, fossils and geodes; stamp collections; and Marilyn Monroe collectibles.

Area Meetings held at the Library

Please check meeting availability at www.baxtercountylibrary.org. Some groups do not  meet in the summer and those that do are occasionally rescheduled - especially for FOL Book Sales and special Library Programs for children, teens and adults.

Friends of the Baxter County Library (FOL)
4th Wednesday of the Month* 1:30pm-3:00pm
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Join Friends each month September through May for a short business meeting and a program we hope you’ll find interesting, informative and fun, followed by refreshments. FOL develops public awareness and support for the Library through community outreach and fundraisers. Yearly membership is $5 and due in September.

Baxter County Poet’s Association
4th Friday of the Month* 1pm-2:30pm
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Newcomers are welcome to inspire others and be inspired as poetry is shared. For further information contact Debra Dail, president 499-4397. 

Digital Camera Group
4th Tuesday of the Month* 11am-12 noon
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All are welcome to attend meetings of this affiliate of the Twin Lakes Computer Users Group who meet to discuss how to improve digital camera usage skill and technique. For further information contact Jerry Wilcoxen at jwilcoxe@centurytel.net. 

Advocates for the Elderly Meeting and Program
2nd Thursday of Month 1:30pm-2:30pm
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Everyone is invited to attend the monthly meeting and program of the group whose goals include preventing abuse and neglect, education, working with nursing homes, and supporting legislation to benefit the elderly. Further information is available by calling Lois Torgersen 425-7810.