Come experience Civic Saturday\, a communi
ty gathering \;that's \;all about connecting with one another and
exploring what it means to be in \;civic \;community. Inspired by
the feeling of coming together in community\, Civic Saturday blends music\
, storytelling\, thoughtful conversation\, and shared reflection in a welc
oming space where everyone belongs. \;
Registra
tion is not \;required \;but is encouraged to help us plan and acc
ommodate dietary preferences and restrictions.  \;
We'll \;kick things off with a grounding activity\, enjoy
live music from Cornbread &\; Roses\, hear a civic reflection from Jay
Barth\, and listen to Kathy Webb \;share about her civically engaged l
ife. \;You'll \;also have a chance to join a fun\, interactive act
ivity about what \;you'd \;like \;future Civic Saturdays to lo
ok like. \;
We'll \;wrap up with a simple closing ritua
l\, then stay for a free lunch and casual conversation.&n
bsp\;It's \;a chance to meet new people\, share ideas\, and help shape
future gatherings. \;
No experience or special knowledge i
s needed\, just bring yourself. Whether \;you're \;interested in y
our community\, curious about Civic Saturday\, or simply looking for a wel
coming way to spend part of your weekend\, \;we'd \;love to have y
ou join us and bring a friend.
All abilities are welcome. To request ASL interpretation or other acc
ommodations\, call 501.918.3069 or email hzbinden@cals.org sev
en business weekdays before a program. Struggling to find transporta
tion and \;want \;to join us? Reach out to organizer Danielle Afso
rdeh\, \;dtafsordeh@cals.org\, \;for help.  \;
Validated parking is available in the surface lot (accessible f
rom 2nd \; Street) \;and \;the CALS \;parking \;
deck (accessible from Rock Street). \;
Civic Satu
rday is a programming series presented in partnership with
 Get Loud Arkansas with \;support from the Urban Lib
raries Council Civic Makers Lab for Adults. Inspired by the feeling
of coming together \;in \;a supportive community\, Civic Saturday
is a relaxed community gathering exploring civic participation beyond the
polls featuring live music\, an inspiring speaker\, interactive activities
\, and a free lunch.
\;
Get Loud Arkansas is a statewide\, nonparti
san 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Get Loud Arkansas&rsquo\; mission is
to register new voters and increase voter turnout by expanding access to
voting\, providing civic \;education \;and empowering all communit
ies to use their vote to shape the future of Arkansas. Get Loud Arkansas m
ay take positions on or advocate \;with regard to \;public policy
issues pertinent to its mission and consistent with the requirements of ap
plicable federal and state law. Get Loud Arkansas conducts all activities
in a nonpartisan manner. Get Loud Arkansas may acknowledge elected officia
ls who support us\, but we do not endorse\, support\, or oppose candidates
for public office\, any party\, or issue. \;
Civic Makers Lab for Adults is a gran
t and peer-learning program that equips librarians to serve as civic learn
ing facilitators and empowers young adults ages 18-24 to be active contrib
utors to their communities. Through experiential civic learning (the proce
ss of \;acquiring \;civic knowledge and skills through action)\, l
ibraries will build new pathways for young adults into civic life\, rooted
in curiosity\, connection\, and community problem-solving\, rather than p
artisanship. \;