Mahony Family Library

🧠🔐 Our summer nursing students crushed it with Breakout EDU—and this time, the Library brought the challenge straight to their classroom! From decoding clues to cracking locks, they put their teamwork and critical thinking to the test—and nailed it!🧩 Swipe through to see them in action—collaborating, solving, and having a blast while sharpening skills that matter. 👩‍⚕️📚💥

🎨✨ LUNCH + ART + INSPIRATION ✨🎨 Join us at the Mahony Family Library on Monday, June 16 from 12–1 PM for a powerful look into the life and work of Walter Inglis Anderson—The South’s Most Elusive Artist. Featuring guest speaker Gay Bechtelheimer, artist, arts advocate, and educator, this special lunch lecture dives deep into Anderson’s visionary connection to nature and the singular legacy he left behind in watercolor, print, and mural. Anderson’s work is currently on display at the South Arkansas Arts Center, and this is your chance to get the story behind the art. 🍽️ Free lunch for those who register and attend! 📍 Mahony Family Library, 300 Summit Ave., El Dorado, AR 📲 Scan the QR code to register, visit our website: https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education, or stop by the library!

Ready to add a little style to your crochet skills? Join SouthArk Community Education for this hands-on class where you'll learn a variety of crochet stitches while creating a cute, functional zippered pouch. Whether you're a crochet pro or just starting out, you’ll leave with a stylish accessory and a few new techniques under your belt! Perfect for keeping your essentials organized or as a fun gift! 🧶✨ Date: June 24 - 26 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM Location: Mahony Family Library Fee: $10.00 Registration is required and spots are limited, so sign up quick! This class is made possible in part by UCCF Mini Grant Funding. https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

📚 A Legacy Preserved at the Mahony Family Library We are honored to receive a remarkable gift—a portrait of Judge Emon O. Mahony, donated by a member of the Mahony family. Judge Mahony, born in El Dorado in 1874, was a respected legal and civic leader who served as County Judge, Chief Chancellor, and U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas. He was also a Brigadier General in the Arkansas State Guard and a trusted advisor to the Governor. The Mahony brothers—Emon, Bartholomew, Fergus, and Joseph—each contributed to Union County through careers in law, medicine, and business. Their legacy of service lives on, including here at South Arkansas College through the Mahony Family Library. The portrait will soon be professionally restored before being permanently displayed in the library. We look forward to sharing the finished piece with our campus and community in the near future! Stay tuned for the unveiling. 💙

Join us for the SouthArk Art Show Reception as we celebrate Arts in April with incredible works by our students, faculty, and staff—plus the grand unveiling of this year’s community mural! 🖌️ 📅 Wednesday, April 30th 🕔 5–6 PM 📍 Mahony Family Library It’s free, it’s fabulous, and yes—there will be snacks.

🌅🎶 Sunset Serenade: Music, Art, and Nature in Harmony 🎨🌳 Join us for an unforgettable evening at the South Arkansas Arboretum as we celebrate the perfect blend of music, art, and nature! 🌸 Enjoy a beautiful performance by the El Dorado High School Choir, unleash your creativity with a nature-inspired art activity led by Lisa Tarver, and take a peaceful guided nature walk with Stephen Grayson from SouthArk's Forestry Program. 🌿 ✨ When: Tuesday, April 22 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM ✨ Where: South Arkansas Arboretum ✨ Cost: Free & Open to the Public ✨ Light snacks provided! Come for the beauty of nature, stay for the art and music! 🎨🎶🌳

🎨✨ Paint & Post: Watercolor Your Own Postcards ✨🎨 Get ready to unleash your creativity with Kelly Campbell in this fun and relaxing watercolor postcard workshop! Whether you’re new to painting or an experienced artist, this class is the perfect opportunity to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind postcards that you can share or keep for yourself. 🌈💌 🖌 When: Monday, April 28 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM 🖌 Where: Mahony Family Library 🖌 Fee: $10.00 No experience necessary—just bring your creativity and a love for art! 🎨✨ Spots are limited, so don’t wait to sign up! Reserve your spot today and let’s paint something beautiful! https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

📚✨ BOOK SALE ALERT! ✨📚 Need a new read? Want to build your home library for less than the price of a latte? Swing by SouthArk's Mahony Family Library for our Book Sale Bonanza! 📖 Paperbacks: $1 📘 Hardcovers: $2 💥 Treasures: Priceless (but still just $1–$2!) We've got something for everyone—from mystery to memoir, fiction to how-to, and even a few hidden gems you didn’t know you needed. 📍 Located in SouthArk's Mahony Family Library 🕐 Open during regular library hours 📅 While supplies last! Faculty, staff, students, and community members—come shop, grab a stack, and support your library!

🎨✨ Words Meet Art in the Most Creative Way! ✨🎨 Join us for "Exploring Poetry as Visual Art" — a FREE Arts in April workshop where poetry leaps off the page and into the world of images and shapes! 🗓️ Tuesday, April 15 🕛 12–1 PM 📍 Mahony Family Library Auditorium 🍴 Lunch provided for registered attendees! Dive into ekphrastic poetry—writing inspired by visual art—and try your hand at shaped poetry, where words become art themselves. Whether you're a poet, an art-lover, or just curious, this workshop with South Arkansas Poets of the Pines is for YOU. 🖋️ Reserve your spot now: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/RFJ0tt1ZaC

🌸💐 Flower Power: A Hands-on Arranging Class 💐🌸 Ready to unleash your inner florist? Join us for Flower Power with local floral expert Rexayn Tribble and create your own stunning floral arrangements! Whether you're a budding flower enthusiast or just looking for a fun, creative experience, this class is for you. 🪴✨ 🌺 Date: Monday, April 14 🌺 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM 🌺 Location: Mahony Family Library 🌺 Fee: $10.00 Come for the flowers, stay for the fun, and leave with a beautiful arrangement and newfound flower arranging skills! 💐🖌 Registration is required for all participants, and spots are limited. Sign up today! https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

☕ From Slab to Sip: Pottery Mug Workshop ☕ Join SouthArk Community Education and Caroline Callaway for a hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll craft your own personalized slab mug! In this fun and creative class, you’ll learn the basics of slab construction and leave with a unique, functional mug that’s ready to hold your favorite drink. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to explore the art of pottery. 📅 Tuesday, April 1 & Tuesday, April 8 ⏰ 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍Mahony Family Library | 300 Summit Ave. 💰 $20.00 Registration is required, and spots are limited, so be sure to use the link below to get your ticket! 🔗 https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

🚀 Maximize Your Productivity & Get Things DONE! 🚀 Struggling to keep up with tasks, emails, and endless to-do lists? 😵‍💫 It’s time to unleash the power of productivity with Mark Day from Lanxess! Join us for a dynamic Lunch Lecture where you’ll discover game-changing strategies inspired by David Allen’s "Getting Things Done" method. 📝✅ 🔥 Learn how to: ✨ Capture and organize tasks efficiently ✨ Conquer procrastination like a pro ✨ Align your time and resources for real productivity 🗓 When? Monday, March 3rd at noon 📍 Where? Mahony Family Library Auditorium 🍽 Bonus? FREE lunch for attendees! Don't miss this opportunity to level up your productivity and make 2024 your most efficient year yet! 💡💼 🔗 Register now: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/C7ES5kf3se

COMING MONDAY, FEB. 24 -- DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP! 💃 Stomp, Slide, Spin: Line Dancing for All! 🕺 Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have some fun, Stomp, Slide, Spin is the perfect class for you. Join instructor, Shemekia Morgan, to learn line dances, pick up some new moves, and enjoy great music and even better company. No partner needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to dance the night away! 📅 Monday, Feb. 24 ⏰ 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍Mahony Family Library 💲 $5.00 All ages welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up on the SouthArk Community Ed website or by following the link below: 🔗 https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

🍞✨ Biscuit Bliss: From Scratch to Perfect! ✨🍞 Ready to master the art of making the fluffiest, most buttery biscuits? Join us on March 11th for a hands-on biscuit-making class with Anna Sellers and SouthArk Community Ed! 🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳 Whether you’re a baking newbie or a seasoned pro, you’ll leave with the skills and secrets to bake perfect biscuits every time. Plus, you’ll get to enjoy some warm, fresh biscuits straight from the oven! 🍽️ 📅 When: Tuesday, March 11 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍 Where: East Campus McGehee Building, 3696 East Main St, El Dorado, AR 💵 Cost: $30 👩‍🍳 Instructor: Anna Sellers Limited spots available, so don’t wait! RSVP today to reserve your place in this biscuit-making bliss! 🙌 Register here: https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

We've still got spots! 💃 Stomp, Slide, Spin: Line Dancing for All! 🕺 Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have some fun, Stomp, Slide, Spin is the perfect class for you. Join instructor, Shemekia Morgan, to learn line dances, pick up some new moves, and enjoy great music and even better company. No partner needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to dance the night away! 📅 Monday, Feb. 24 ⏰ 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍Mahony Family Library 💲 $5.00 All ages welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up on the SouthArk Community Ed website or by following the link below: 🔗 https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

💃 Stomp, Slide, Spin: Line Dancing for All! 🕺 Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to have some fun, Stomp, Slide, Spin is the perfect class for you. Join instructor, Shemekia Morgan, to learn line dances, pick up some new moves, and enjoy great music and even better company. No partner needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to dance the night away! 📅 Monday, Feb. 24 ⏰ 5:30 - 7:30 PM 📍Mahony Family Library 💲 $5.00 All ages welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up on the SouthArk Community Ed website or by following the link below: 🔗 https://southarkansascollegear.sites.thrillshare.com/o/mfl/page/community-education

Don't miss our upcoming Community Ed Class: 🍝 Love at First Bite: Pasta, Salads, & Sweets 🍝 Join us for a deliciously fun evening with Lea Thomasson as she guides you through creating a romantic, mouth-watering meal just in time for Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned chef, this hands-on class will leave you with new skills and recipes to savor. This class is perfect for couples, friends, or anyone ready to cook up some love! Event details below. 10% discount for the first six people to use the code "VALENTINE"! 🎟️ 🔗 https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education

✨📖 What’s Lauri been reading? 📖✨ Our very own SouthArk Book Whisperer has curated a list of page-turners that are guaranteed to spark your imagination and keep you hooked! Whether you’re looking for inspiration, a laugh, or a good cry (the happy kind, of course), Lauri’s got you covered. 📚 Check out her top picks and find your next favorite read: southark.edu/o/mfl/page/shelf-life Tag a fellow book lover who NEEDS this list! 💬👇

💰 Want to master your money game? 💳 Join us for CREDIT SAVVY: Building and Keeping a Strong Financial Future! 🎯 Learn expert tips on: ✔ Boosting your credit score ✔ Keeping your finances in check ✔ Securing a brighter financial future 📆 When: Thursday, February 20th, 12 PM 📍 Where: Mahony Family Library Auditorium, El Dorado, AR 🍴 Bonus: Free lunch for registered attendees! 💻 Sign up now: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/PvBSwLKrCs This is your chance to take control of your finances and make 2025 your year of financial empowerment. Don't miss it! 🙌 #FocusOnTheFuture #FinancialFreedom #CreditSavvy #FreeLunch #MahonyFamilyLibrary

🍝 Love at First Bite: Pasta, Salads, & Sweets 🍝 Join us for a deliciously fun evening with Lea Thomasson as she guides you through creating a romantic, mouth-watering meal just in time for Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned chef, this hands-on class will leave you with new skills and recipes to savor. Let’s make this Valentine’s Day one to remember with a feast made from the heart! Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone ready to cook up some love! Event details below. 10% discount for the first six people to use the code "VALENTINE"! 🎟️ 🔗 https://www.southark.edu/o/mfl/page/community-education