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Center for Innovation

The Center for Innovation provides not only opportunities for the pursuit of artistic endeavors but also allows for technical and job skill-building. This space takes the library’s mission – empowering citizens through free and public access to knowledge – to the next level by connecting the community to technology and educational resources that may otherwise be out of reach for many.

Our goal is to exemplify digital literacy and workforce development by offering unprecedented access to a variety of technologies. Never before have Arkansas citizens had access to this level and range of technology at zero cost. The space is open to all ages however, those under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 

  

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Upcoming Events

Sat, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
CFI: Audio Production Studio

Sat, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
CFI: Photography Studio

Sat, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Sat, Apr 27, 3:05pm - 4:05pm
CFI: Photography Studio
This event is full

Rescheduled
Sun, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Tuesday, April 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Mon, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation
This event is full

Tue, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
CFI: Video Production Studio

Tue, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Wed, May 01, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
CFI: Audio Production Studio
This event is full

Sat, May 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Mon, May 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab
This event is full

Tue, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
CFI: Video Production Studio
This event is full

Tue, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab
This event is full

Wed, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Wed, May 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation

Thu, May 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Virtual Reality Studio

Thu, May 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation

Fri, May 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Mon, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting: Ziegler Reception Room,CFI: Podcasting Booth

Mon, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation
This event is full

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Tue, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Wed, May 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Audio Production Studio

Wed, May 15, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation

Thu, May 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting: The Willard and Pat Walker Community Room

Thu, May 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Audio Production Studio

Thu, May 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Fri, May 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
CFI: Audio Production Studio

Sat, May 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Mon, May 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab
Registration opens Monday, April 29 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, May 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab
Registration opens Tuesday, April 30 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, May 22, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
CFI: Video Production Studio
Registration opens Wednesday, May 1 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, May 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation
Registration opens Wednesday, May 1 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, May 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CFI: J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Center for Innovation
Registration opens Thursday, May 2 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, May 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting: Ziegler Reception Room
Registration opens Thursday, May 2 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, May 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab
Registration opens Saturday, May 4 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, May 25, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
CFI: Koenig Family Fabrication and Robotics Lab

Get Started in the CFI

Classes & Workshops

Learning Labs instruct patrons on safely operating Fab Lab equipment, while CFI Orientations equip them with hands-on experience and the skills necessary that will familiarize our Audio and Video Production Studios. These required classes ensure a smooth entry into shared spaces by familiarizing users with safety protocols, equipment usage, and community guidelines.

  

CFI Orientations

Before using our Audio & Video Production Studios, patrons are required to attend an orientation. You can find the orientation schedule, titled 'CFI Orientation: Audio Studio' or 'CFI Orientation: Video Studio,' on our events calendar. Sessions are offered every month.

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Learning Labs

To access tools and equipment in the Fabrication & Robotics Lab, attendance at Learning Labs is mandatory. These labs are available monthly, and you can find the schedule on our events calendar.

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Using the CFI Spaces

 

Audio Studio & Video Studio

Our Audio Studio and Video Studio require an orientation prior to being able to access them. The audio and video studio orientations are offered every month and can be found on our events calendar.

Events calendar →

 

Fabrication & Robotics Lab

Learning Labs are required to access Fabrication & Robotics Lab tools and equipment. Learning Labs are offered every month and can be found on our events calendar. 

Learn more →

 

Reserve the Space

Studio and simulator reservations are held for 30 minutes before being cancelled and made available for walk-in reservations. If you are running late, please call the CFI desk at 479-856-7050 to hold your reservation.

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For a list of downloadable class materials, video tutorial links, equipment manuals, and other great information, visit the CFI resources page →

   

The CFI is a state-of-the-art space dedicated to learning and creating. 


This space takes the library’s mission – empowering citizens through free and public access to knowledge – to the next level by connecting the community to technology and educational resources that may otherwise be out of reach for many. The goal is to exemplify digital literacy and workforce development by offering unprecedented access to a variety of technologies.

Ask CFI

   

The CFI is a state-of-the-art space dedicated to learning and creating. 


This space takes the library’s mission – empowering citizens through free and public access to knowledge – to the next level by connecting the community to technology and educational resources that may otherwise be out of reach for many. The goal is to exemplify digital literacy and workforce development by offering unprecedented access to a variety of technologies.

Ask CFI