Mahony Family Library

Get into the holiday spirit with Home for the Holidays: Gingerbread House Decorating! 🎄✨ Join local baking expert Heidi Klappenbach, of Klappenbach Bakehaus, for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll craft a one-of-a-kind gingerbread house using the famous Klappenbach Bakery gingerbread. 🎁 Special This Week Only! Use code BAKEHAUS at checkout for 10% off your ticket price. Add a little extra joy—and a lot of frosting—to your holiday season! Don’t miss this merry and memorable experience. Spots are limited, so reserve yours today! 🎅🍬 🔗 https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education

🎄✨ Get ready to DASH for your perfect holiday ornament! ✨🎄 Join us at the SouthArk Shine Show: Ornament Dash 2024 on December 3rd! Celebrate the season with art, community, and holiday cheer as you pick out a one-of-a-kind ornament created by talented local artists. Your $20 ticket includes an exclusive ornament, festive holiday treats, and a chance to support future arts programming at SouthArk. 🌟 Don’t miss the excitement! Limited tickets available—secure yours now for a magical evening filled with creativity and community spirit. 🎁 📅 Date: December 3, 2024 📍 Location: El Dorado Conference Center ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM 🎟️ Tap the link to grab your ticket, and let the holiday magic begin! https://southarkshineshow24.planningpod.com/

🚨 Protect Your Digital World! 🚨 🛡️ Join us for Cyber Sense: Protect Yourself in the Digital Age 🛡️ Our cybersecurity expert, Jo Ann Womack, will teach you how to outsmart online scams, safeguard your personal info, and navigate the web safely. 💻✨ 👉 Who: YOU! (Especially designed for individuals 50+, but everyone’s welcome!) 📅 When: December 3rd at 12pm 📍 Where: Mahony Family Library 300 Summit Ave. 🍽️ BONUS: Lunch is on us! 🤩 Don’t wait—secure your spot now! 🔐 Register here: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/YY2EvweACW Let’s make your online life safer, one click at a time! 🖱️🔒 #CyberSense #StaySafeOnline #LunchAndLearn #ProtectYourself #mahonyfamilylibrary

📢 TOMORROW! Don’t Miss This Chance! 🎓 Tomorrow, November 6th at 12 PM, join us in the Mahony Family Library Auditorium for an important presentation with Kanesha Evans on Scholarships and Tuition! 💰 Get the tips and tools you need to navigate scholarships, understand tuition options, and make college more affordable. This is a must-attend for students, parents, and advisors looking to make smart financial decisions for higher education. Set a reminder and be there! Your future starts here! 🔗✨ #Scholarships #CollegeAffordability #FinancialAid #StudentSuccess #Education

📢 Don't Miss Out on This Opportunity! 🎓 Join us on November 6th at 12 PM in the Mahony Family Library Auditorium for an enlightening presentation by Kanesha Evans on Scholarships and Tuition! 💡 Learn insider tips on navigating financial aid, scholarship applications, and making college more affordable. Whether you're a student, parent, or advisor, this session is packed with valuable insights to help you succeed financially in higher education. Invest In Your Future! #Scholarships #CollegeTuition #FinancialAid #StudentSuccess #Education

📢 Hey Students! Want to master Blackboard and make your life easier? 🎯💻 Join our Blackboard Basics: Student Edition in the Mahony Family Library! We’ll show you how to access assignments, track your grades, and stay on top of your classes. 📊✅ Pick a date that works for you! 🗓️ Dates: 📅 11/6 @ 10:00 AM 📅 11/11 @ 9:00 AM 📅 11/14 @ 2:30 PM 🎓 It’s quick, easy, and FREE! Get the tools you need to succeed this semester. 💥 #StudentSuccess #BlackboardBasics #CollegeLife #StayOrganized

🎄✨ Get in the holiday spirit and make your own unique ornaments! 🎄✨ No pottery experience needed—just bring your creativity, and we’ll supply the clay, tools, and guidance. Perfect for gifts or your own tree, these handcrafted ornaments will add a special touch to your holiday decor. 📅 Tuesday, Nov. 12 & 19 ⏰ 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍 Mahony Family Library 💲 FREE (made possible by UCCF Mini Grant funding) Registration is required and space is limited, so sign up quick! Don’t miss out on this festive class! Link to register below 🎁🖌️ 🔗 https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education

🎓 Scholarship & Tuition Tips with Kanesha Evans! 💰 Join us for an insightful presentation by Kanesha Evans on November 6th at 12 PM in the Mahony Family Library Auditorium! 📚 Kanesha will be sharing expert advice on how to find scholarships and manage tuition costs. Whether you're just starting or already in college, you don't want to miss this opportunity to learn how to save big! 👉 What: Scholarship & Tuition Presentation 🗓️ When: November 6th at 12:00 PM 📍 Where: Mahony Family Library Auditorium Don't miss out! Invest in your future! 💼🎉 #ScholarshipSuccess #CollegeTips

🪨🎸These winners totally ROCK!🎸🪨 We've got our three Rock On, El Dorado winners who posted photos using #MusicFest36Rocks over the weekend! They are: ⭐️Jessica Rivas ⭐️Tammy Clements ⭐️Dana Francy Keep an eye on your inbox -- we'll message you about your prizes! Thanks to everyone who participated! #MusicFest36Rocks #cyadowntowneldo #goeldorado

Your vote, Your Voice: A guide to informed voting Join us for an informative lunch lecture with Mike Hayes, Union County Election Commissioner and Coordinator, as he equips you with the tools to become an informed voter. In this session, Mike will cover key topics including: -Understanding what will be on your ballot at the city, county, state, and national levels -How to find detailed information about bills and measures -Checking your voter registration status and more This non-political, community-focused lecture will help you feel confident and empowered when it's time to vote. Don't miss out on this opportunity to sharpen your civic knowledge! Register here to attend: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/JZe3NfmSYJ

📢 FAFSA Presentation Alert! 📢 Join us on October 8th at 5:30 PM in the Mahony Family Library Auditorium for an essential FAFSA presentation! 💸🎓 Learn how to apply for financial aid, scholarships, and get all your questions answered. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prepare for your college future! 📚✨ #FAFSA #FinancialAid #CollegeBound #Scholarships #MahonyLibrary #FAFSAPresentation #CollegePrep

🏓 Pickleball for Beginners—No Pros Allowed! 😉 🏓 If you’ve never picked up a paddle or still aren’t sure what "dinking" means, this class is for YOU! Join Tyler Turner, Pickleball Prodigy, & friends, on Oct. 24 at Mellor Park for a fun and friendly intro to pickleball—designed specifically for beginners. No skills? No problem! 🙌 Bonus: You'll leave with your very own paddle and two pickleballs! Plus, proceeds will go to United Way of Union County, so you’ll be learning while helping our community. ❤️ Leave the pros at home and come discover your new favorite sport! Sign up now—space is limited! 🔗 Register here: https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education

🎸 Rock On, El Dorado! ROCKS ARE OUT🎸 The SouthArk Community Ed team went out on the Galactic Cruiser today and hid over 30 painted rocks inside of the MusicFest footprint! Your mission? Find ‘em, snap a pic, and share it using #MusicFest36Rocks on social media for a chance to WIN awesome prizes! 🔹 How to Enter: 1. Hunt down the painted rocks 🎨 2. Take a photo or selfie with your find 📸 3. Post it with #MusicFest36Rocks to be entered! Each post = 1 entry, so the more rocks you find, the more chances to win! 🙌 (please don't keep the rocks) For more information on prizes, visit the Community Ed page at: https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education #MusicFest36Rocks #SouthArkRocks #MainStreetElDorado #cyadowntowneldo #goeldorado

🦌 Calling All Hunters! 🎯 Get ready for hunting season with the Arkansas Hunter Education Class, offered in partnership with SouthArk Community Education! This 10-hour, hands-on course will prepare you for the great outdoors with expert guidance from Arkansas Game and Fish professionals and dedicated volunteers. 🌲🦃 💥 When: October 21, 22, 24 | 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Mahony Family Library Auditorium This is your chance to learn the ins and outs of safe and responsible hunting. Perfect for all skill levels—don’t miss out on this essential class for Arkansas hunters. 🦆🍂 🔗 Sign up today: https://register-ed.com/events/view/217619 #HunterEducation #ArkansasOutdoors #SouthArk #HunterSafety #AGFC #OutdoorAdventure #ElDoradoAR #LearnToHunt #WildlifeConservation

Step into the shadows with us for "Dracula Unleashed: A Week of Shadows and Stories," a spine-tingling journey through the dark and mysterious world of one of literature's most iconic figures. Join us Monday through Wednesday for lunch-hour presentations that delve into the eerie streets of London, the origins of the vampire myth, and Dracula's enduring cultural impact. The week culminates on Thursday evening with a dramatic live reading of a new Dracula screenplay. Embrace the darkness and discover the chilling legacy of Dracula! October 28th- 30th 12 pm- 1 pm in the Mahony Family Library Auditorium Monday: "Dark London: Unveiling Jack the Ripper's Haunts" Tuesday: "Becoming Dracula: The Monster Behind the Mask" Wednesday: "Bloodlines: The Cultural Legacy of Count Dracula" October 31st 6 pm- 8 pm in the Mahony Family Library Auditorium Thursday: "A Night of Terror: Live Reading of the Dracula Screenplay"

🎸 Rock On, El Dorado! 🎸 SouthArk Community Education, the South Arkansas Historical Preservation Society, and Main Street El Dorado are teaming up to celebrate our town because... IT ROCKS! 🪨🎉 We’ve hidden 36 painted rocks around upcoming events—one for every year of MusicFest! Your mission? Find ‘em, snap a pic, and share it using #MusicFest36Rocks on social media for a chance to WIN awesome prizes! 🔹 How to Enter: 1. Hunt down the painted rocks 🎨 2. Take a photo or selfie with your find 📸 3. Post it with #MusicFest36Rocks to be entered! Each post = 1 entry, so the more rocks you find, the more chances to win! 🙌 (please don't keep the rocks) 🏆 Prizes include: 2 tickets to SouthArk Community Ed class(es) of your choice 🎟️📚 4 tickets to the Main Street El Dorado Chili Cookoff on October 19 🌶️🔥 2 tickets to the Historical Preservation Society's Night of the Living Newtons on October 26 AND early access to their Antique Alley event in November 👻 For more information or hints on where to find these hidden gems, visit the Community Ed page at: https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education #MusicFest36Rocks #SouthArkRocks #MainStreetElDorado #cyadowntowneldo #goeldorado

🚨 Attention Students & Families!🚨 The FAFSA Presentation has been rescheduled to October 8th at 5:30 PM in the Mahony Family Library. 📅✏️ Don't miss this valuable opportunity to learn about financial aid, scholarships, and how to maximize your FAFSA application. 💰🎓 Be sure to mark your calendars and bring your questions! ✅ #FAFSA #FinancialAid #CollegePrep #Scholarships #MahonyLibrary #FAFSAPresentation

👻 Dive into El Dorado’s Haunted History! 👻 Are you ready for a spine-tingling experience? Join us on Tuesday, October 1st at noon for a chilling lunch lecture with Darrin Riley, a renowned Researcher and Curator from the So. AR Historical Preservation Society. 🕵️‍♂️📜 Discover the eerie tales and ghostly legends that haunt our local lore. This lecture is a must-attend for all history buffs and thrill-seekers alike! 🕯️🎃 Where? 📍 Mahony Family Library Auditorium 300 Summit Ave. El Dorado, AR 71730 What’s in store? 🍽️ Free lunch for attendees 🔍 Exclusive insights into El Dorado’s haunted history 👻 A sneak peek into the upcoming Night of the Living Newtons event Spaces are limited, so REGISTER NOW and secure your spot for a journey into the spectral secrets of El Dorado! 📅👻 🔗 Register Here- https://forms.microsoft.com/r/69AX0sLRHz Don’t miss out – it’s going to be a hauntingly good time! 👻🕯️ #HauntedHistory #LunchLecture #FreeEvent #ElDoradoAR #GhostStories #HistoricalLegends #NightOfTheLivingNewtons

🌍 Learn. Grow. Thrive. 🌱 Looking to live more sustainably or explore new career opportunities in sustainability? Check out the Sustainability Collection at the SouthArk Mahony Family Library! From eco-friendly lifestyle tips to regenerative agriculture, we have something for everyone who’s ready to make a positive impact on the planet. 🌿✨ 💡 Why Sustainability? • 86% of Americans say sustainability is important to them 🌎 • Google searches for sustainable living have skyrocketed by 540% since 2020 📈 • New sustainable career pathways are emerging every day! 🚀 Ready to learn more? Visit us at the library circulation desk and start your sustainability journey today! 🌳 #SouthArkLibrary #Sustainability #EcoFriendlyLiving #GoGreen

🎬✨ Lights, Camera, Popcorn! 🍿✨ Join us on September 24th at the Mahony Family Library for a journey back to the golden age of cinema! 🎞️ We’re rolling out the red carpet for a FREE Silver Screen Series showing of the 1939 classic Maisie and the short film The Wrong Room, starring all your favorite stars of yesteryear. 🕒 Time: 11:30 AM 📍 Location: Mahony Family Library, 300 Summit Ave, El Dorado, AR 🌟 PLUS: The star of the show is our Popcorn Bar with all the flavors and toppings you could dream of! 🍿✨ Create your perfect movie snack and enjoy the show in style. Tell your friends, bring your family, and don’t miss this unforgettable day of cinematic history, fun, and flavor! 🎉 See you there! 🎬 #SilverScreenSouthArk #PopcornBarMagic #CommunityMovieDay