Events/Activities at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
4pm-5pm
Round Room
Tweens DIY Pizza Party - Get ready to spin dough and load on the toppings at this do-it-yourself pizza party! Tweens (4th-6th grade) are invited to make their own pizzas, do crafts, and play games.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
11am-12pm
Library's Community Resource Center
Intro to Computers - New to computers or need a refresher? This is a friendly, hands-on introduction to basic computer skills in a relaxed setting. For adults 18 and up.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
4pm-5pm
Round Room
DIY Melt-and-Pour Mini Soap Hearts - Teens (7th-12th grade) are invited to make their own heart-shaped soap, just in time for Valentine's Day! Craft a custom, colorful scented soap for someone special in your life.

Friday, February 13, 2026
4pm-6pm
Round Room
Lunar New Year Celebration - Hey crafty adults! Make plans to come to our Lunar New Year Celebration and make your own Lunar New Year-themed figurine and celebrate the Year of the Horse. Registration is not required.

Saturday, February 14, 2026
11am-3pm
Library Game Day - We feature new tabletop and board games every month for people and families of all ages to come in and play. If you win the game you play, it enters you in a drawing to get to take that game home at the end of the day. This event is presented by the NEA Gamer's Guild.

Thursday, February 19, 2026
5:30pm-6:30pm
Round Room
Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic - This February, for Black History Month, Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic will be performing a magic show about Satchel Paige and Negro League Baseball. The show will be filled with baseball-themed magic tricks, and it will explore the life and accomplishments of baseball pitcher Satchel Paige. This 45-minute magic show is designed for kids age 3-13, and it is great educational entertainment for children of all ages. The magic show will be held in lieu of homeschool hangout this month, and is open to everyone.

Storytimes Resume at Jonesboro Public Library  

(Jonesboro, AR) The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library invites families to join in weekly storytimes beginning Tuesday, January 20, in the Children’s Department.

Storytimes are designed to support early literacy and development through stories, songs, and interactive activities. Programs are offered for a variety of age groups:

• Pre-K Storytime: Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
  Intended for children ages 3-5
• Toddler Time: Thursdays at 10 a.m.
  Intended for children ages 19-36 months
• Bookish Babies: Fridays at 10 a.m.
  Intended for children ages 0-18 months

All Storytime programs are free and open to the public.

Jonesboro Library Hosts Weekly Adult Fitness & Creative Programs

(Jonesboro, AR) The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library is encouraging the community to start the new year with healthy habits by participating in its free weekly fitness and creative programs. The library offers welcoming programs focused on movement, mindfulness, creativity, and connection, no prior experience required.

Yoga: Mind and Body Fitness is a low-impact yoga and meditation class designed to be accessible for all fitness levels. Classes are held Mondays from 5:00 to 5:50 p.m. in the Round Room.

Zumba invites participants to get their heart pumping while dancing their way to fitness in a fun, high-energy environment. Classes take place Thursdays from 5:00 to 5:50 p.m. in the Round Room.

In addition to fitness offerings, the library hosts creative clubs that promote relaxation and community:

• Knitting & Cross-Stitch Clubs: Thursdays at 12:00 p.m. in the Genealogy Area
• Sketchbook Club: Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. in the Civic League Room

All programs are free and open to the public, offering an inclusive space for adults looking to build healthy routines, explore creativity, and connect with others during the winter months.

Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library Announces New Community Food Pantries  

(Jonesboro, AR) The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library is proud to announce the addition of two new community food pantries, manufactured and donated by Best Manufacturing. These pantries are part of the library’s ongoing effort to support local families and provide accessible resources to the community.

The food pantries are located behind the Security Desk and Teenhub Area. Patrons may take three to four items at a time to help meet their immediate needs. The teen pantry is specifically designated for youth-friendly snacks such as granola bars, fruit cups, and crackers, providing students and young visitors with quick, easy nourishment during their time at the library.

The library will accept community donations year-round to help keep both pantries stocked. Suggested donation items include canned goods, pasta, cereal, oatmeal, snack bars, and other non-perishable foods. Donations can be dropped off at the main circulation desk during regular library hours.

“The library is more than just a place for books, it’s a cornerstone of community support,” said Vanessa Adams, Library Director. “We’re grateful to Best Manufacturing for coming to us and making this vision a reality and to our patrons whom we love to serve.”