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Monday-Friday | 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday | 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Closed Sunday

Gravette Public Library
119 Main St. SE
Gravette, AR 72736
PH: 479.787.6955
FAX: 479.344.6091

LIBRARY NEWS

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2025 SUMMER READING PROGRAMS

This year's Summer Reading Program is... LEVEL UP AT YOUR LIBRARY!

The dates, times, and locations for the summer reading programs are listed below.

Children's Summer Reading Program

For ages 3-11 | 10:30 AM-NOON at the Gravette Civic Center

Program: Build
Date: June 19
Special Guests: University of Arkansas College of Engineering
Program: Explore
Date: June 26
Special Guest: Dr. Katherine Auld, founder of NWA Space
Program: Create
Date: July 03
Special Guests: Scott Family Amazeum
Program: Play!
Date: July 10
Program: Celebration! (with prizes and pizza!)
Date: July 17

Teen & Adult Summer Reading

The Summer Reading Program for teens and adults will begin June 15 and end August 8. Stop by the library, choose a summer reading goal, and obtain a punch card along with a reading log to track your progress.

Prize drawings will be held on August 11.

Teen Summer Activities

For Ages 12-17 | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM at the Gravette Public Library

Activity: Bad 3D Art
Date: June 17
Activity: Dungeon Crawl* (Dungeons & Dragons)
Date: June 24
Activity: Animate Your Code with the Scott Family Amazeum
Date: July 01
Activity: House of Danger (Strategy Board Game)
Date: July 08
Activity: Minute To Win It! (with prizes)
Date: July 15

*Registration is required for the Dungeon Crawl. May last longer than the allotted time shown. Contact library staff for more information.

Adult Summer Activities

For ages 18+ | 6:00 PM-7:00 PM at the Gravette Public Library

Activity: Adult Fiero Code
Date: June 16
Activity: Berate Your Worst Read
Date: June 23
Activity: Book Talk
Date: June 30
Activity: Preschool Night for Grown Ups! (with door prizes)
Date: July 07

Click HERE to register for Summer Reading.

You can stop by the library during business hours to pick up your supplies for the program (while supplies last).

LIBRARY CLOSING

July 4-6

The library will be closed for the Fourth of July holiday.

Regular business hours return on Monday, July 7.

THE BEST OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS - 2024 SILVER BEST

We are so honored to be awarded "2024 Silver Best" for Northwest Arkansas Public Libraries category.

When we were made aware that we had been nominated for The Best of Northwest Arkansas, we were blown away because we never thought that our little library would make it into such a thing! But you guys did it! We did it!

Our library placed 2nd, with Fayetteville Public Library ranking 1st and then Bentonville Public Library ranking 3rd. Of course, we love all the libraries and want to celebrate them too!

We are proud to be the librarians of the Gravette Public Library and thank you for believing in us!

AWARD RECIPIENT

We are incredibly honored to announce that we have been awarded the third Libraries Transforming Communities Accessibility Grant. With this $10,000.00 grant, we will be concentrating on improving the accessibility of our collections by adding more large print and specialty books for all ages, reading aids, and more!

Everything you need to know about

LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP

How long may I check out items?

Checkout times vary depending on the items.

Books may be checked out for 21 days.
Discover Kits may be checked out for 7 days.
DVDs may be checked out for 7 days.
Hotspots may be checked out for 14 days and will automatically renew twice so long as the device has not been reserved by another patron.
The telescope and microscope may each be checked out for 7 days.

How much does it cost to get a library card?

Library memberships are free for residents of Benton County, Arkansas. For residents outside of Benton County, individual membership is $10.00 annually or $15.00 annually for families.

How can I get a library card?

Stop by the library or click here to apply for a library card. Bring a current photo ID and proof of permanent address with you to the library when you pick up your card.

How long is my library card valid?

Library memberships are valid for three years. Online membership renewal is not currently available. Please stop by the library to renew an expired membership.

How many items may I check out?

Children/youth under the age of 18 may check out 5 items.

Patrons who are 18 years old or older may check out 10 items.

Does the Gravette Public Library offer interlibrary loans?

Yes. We can request the book from another library. There is a $4.00 fee for postage.

How do I reserve items?

Items may be reserved at the Circulation Desk in the library, calling the library at 787-6955 ext. 2, or online by clicking on the Catalog button and logging into your account using your library card as your userID and your last name as your password.

When the item is available, you'll receive an email or text message and may pick up the item at the library. If you wish to retrieve the item outside of library operating hours, simply call the library at 787-6955 ext. 2 and request that the items be placed in the pickup station in front of the library.

What are the fees if items are overdue?

The Gravette Public Library does not charge overdue fees for books and DVDs. However, if items are not returned, lost, or damaged where it cannot be returned to circulation, the account will be charged a fee to cover the replacement of the item.

Overdue fees of $1.00 per day are charged for hotspots, Discover Kits, the telescope and microscope. Replacement fees apply to missing components or failure to return the item. Internet service will be deactivated for hotspots that are not returned by the due date.

How do I use ebooks?
The Gravette Public Library offers FREE ebook services through Libby. With Libby, library patrons can browse and check out ebooks, audiobooks, and emagazines.

To sign up for a library card and/or Libby, visit or contact the library at 787-6955 ext. 2.

To use Libby:

Go to your app store and install the app "Libby" by Overdrive. Libby can also be used through a web browser such as Google Chrome or Safari.
Follow the directions provided and sign in using the four digits on the back of your library card. If you do not have your library card, you may contact the library for help.
Your password will be your last name; capitalize the first letter of your last name.

Now you should be ready to browse.

Library

SERVICES

PRINTING & COPIES

Black & White: $0.25 per page

Color: $0.50 per page

LAMINATION

11 x 8.5: $1.00 per sheet

11 x 17: $1.50 per sheet

FAX/SCANS

FAX: $1.00 first page

$0.50 per page thereafter

Scans: No charge

PROCTORING

Proctoring services are provided at no charge.

BOOK DROP LOCATIONS & AFTER-HOUR PICKUP LOCKER

Book drops can be found at the following locations:

Gravette Public Library front entrance door
Gravette Civic Center
Legacy Bank in Hiwasse

The After-Hour Pickup Locker is located in front of the Gravette Public Library.

ABC MOUSE

ABC Mouse provides a Step-By-Step Learning Path with over 850

lessons to help children learn reading, math, social studies, science,

art and colors, and music and songs. It's free and contains activities for children as young as 3 years old.

LITTLE LIONS STORY TIME

Every Tuesday at 11:00 AM-NOON

Little Lions Story Time is for children ages 5 and below. Children are invited to sing, move, play and build friendships. Packets are available each month and contain activities to do at home, book lists and more.

1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN

1000 Books Before Kindergarten encourages parents and caregivers to read to children with the goal being that the child will hear 1000 books before they enter kindergarten. Stop by the Circulation Deck to pick up a 1000 books packet and begin today!

STORYWALK®

The Gravette Public Library is pleased to bring StoryWalk® to Hiwasse Park. The 18 displays along the 1/4 mile walking path contain pages of a picture book. You can read a story as you walk along the path. We will always have discussion questions at StoryWalk®. By the time you've walked the entire circle, you've read a book. We will have a new book every month.

KidSPACE

Children's Programs & More

TEEN ZONE

Teen Programs & More

MAKER MONDAY

(RETURNS IN SEPTEMBER)

Every Monday at 4:00-5:00 PM | Ages 12-17

Whether it be painting, working with modeling clay, or puppet making,

we would love to see what you can make.

TECH TUESDAY

(RETURNS IN SEPTEMBER)

Every Tuesday at 4:00-5:00 PM | Ages 12-17

Explore HTML, coding, web design, 3D printing, robots, and stop-motion animation.

DISCOVER KITS

Discover Kits contain materials and supplies for at-home learning.

They may be checked out for two weeks.

Discover Kits:

Crochet
Gravity
Magnets
Makey Makey
Origami
3D Pen
Electricity & Magnetism
Knot Tying
Paper Circuits
Snap Circuits.

READING BETWEEN THE "LIONS" BOOK CLUB

Book Club meets on the second Monday of every month at the

library at 6:00 PM. Enjoy a lively discussion with fellow book enthusiasts.

We provide the books.

Contact the library if you are interested in joining our book club.

CURRENTLY READING

Circus of Wonders by Elizabeth Macneal

BOOK CLUB MEETING

July 14, 2025

BOOK SUMMARY

Step up, step up! In 1860s England, circus mania is sweeping the nation. Crowds jostle for a glimpse of the lion-tamers, the dazzling trapeze artists and, most thrilling of all, the so-called “human wonders.”

When Jasper Jupiter’s Circus of Wonders pitches its tent in a poor coastal town, the life of one young girl changes forever. Sold to the ringmaster as a “leopard girl” because of the birthmarks that cover her body, Nell is utterly devastated. But as she grows close to the other performers, she finds herself enchanted by the glittering freedom of the circus, and by her own role as the Queen of the Moon and Stars.

Before long, Nell’s fame spreads across the world—and with it, a chance for Jasper Jupiter to grow his own name and fortune. But what happens when her fame begins to eclipse his own, when even Jasper’s loyal brother Toby becomes captivated by Nell? No longer the quiet flower-picker, Nell knows her own place in the world, and she will fight for it.

Circus of Wonders is a beautiful story about the “complex dance between exploitation and empowerment, and the question of what it really means to have control over your own life” (Naomi Ishiguro, author of Escape Routes).

ADULT

Adult Programs

...AND MORE

Our Mission

The mission of the Gravette Public Library is to provide quality resources, services and lifelong learning opportunities through digital and printed media, activities, and programs to meet the educational, informational, and recreational needs of its community.

HISTORY

The Gravette Public Library was established in 1976 and originally occupied a room in the Gravette Civic Center. It relocated in 1987 to the former Gravette School District lunchroom on Charlotte Street. The library moved to its current location at 119 Main Street SE in February of 2016.

The Gravette Public Library offers e-books as well as books in print, audiobooks, and DVDs. Computers are available to the public and WiFi is accessible inside the library and within an approximate 20' radius outside the library. The library hosts community events including Moon Over Main Street and an Open House before the annual Christmas parade. A variety of literacy, STEM and digital skills programs are offered for youth and adults.

The Gravette Public Library is a department of the City of Gravette and supported by the Gravette Public Library Advisory Board. Programs are made possible through donations, grants and the generous support of the Friends of the Gravette Public Library. We appreciate our volunteers, past and present. Local civic organizations, Gravette High School students and staff, and other individuals who donate their time have supported the library through the years and continue to make a difference. Thank you!

LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD

The Gravette Public Library advisory board members are appointed by the City of Gravette and serve a five-year term. They meet on the second Thursday of each month at the Gravette Public Library.

Current members are:

Terry Roberts, Chair
Susan Holland, Vice Chair
Frankie Stephens, Secretary
Angela Deniston
LaShawna Sims

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

TRAVELER STATEWIDE DIGITAL RESOURCES

The Traveler Statewide Digital Resource Program is a collection of online resources provided by the Arkansas State Library to all Arkansas residents, schools, libraries and universities. The Traveler program provides resources suitable for students at every level, from early education to post graduate studies.

(from Traveler Statewide Digital Resource website)

MEDLINE PLUS

Health information is easy to find. But finding reliable health information takes a little effort. Some of the health information you get from newspapers, magazines, books, TV, the Internet, and social media is up to date and trustworthy. But some is not. That's why it's important to evaluate health information for yourself.

(from MedlinePlus website)

FREE ARKANSAS DMV PRACTICE TESTS

To ride the Ozarks with the Razorbacks blaring on the radio, you’ll need a valid automobile or motorcycle operator’s license. Or, if you are looking to haul cargo through the so-called “land of opportunity,” you want to check into the regulations required for a commercial vehicle license. We have you covered with comprehensive practice tests and exam simulators that give you the feel of exactly what it is like to take the test at the Arkansas DMV.

(from driving tests Arkansas website)

NWA FOOD BANK

The Northwest Arkansas Food Bank is a non-profit organization dedicated to making sure children, families, and communities across Northwest Arkansas don't face hunger.

(from NWA Food Bank website)

ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

The Arkansas Department of Human Services has many different programs and services that aid Arkansans.

FIERO CODE

What if learning to code was actually fun?

Give students hope for their future with Fiero Code – the easiest way to teach computer programming (no coding expertise required!)

(from Fiero Code website)

OPAC - How to Reserve and Renew Items

The Friends of the Gravette Public Library is an independent organization formed exclusively to support the facilities, resources, and services of the Gravette Public Library as it serves our community.

Follow the Friends' Facebook page for membership meetings.

FOGPL BOARD MEMBERS

Teresa Davis, President
Karen Benson, Vice President
Melinda Crawley, Secretary
Carole Roble, Treasurer

Are you interested in supporting the library by being a Friend? Download the brochure and membership application here or contact the Friends of the Gravette Public Library for more information using the Contact Us button on this page.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE:

Student $5.00

Individual $10.00

Family $25.00

Business $25.00