Local Resources



Looking for information about Little Rock and central Arkansas? These resources should get you started. If you have any questions, call the Reference Department at 501.918.3000.

  • Arkansas.gov — Official website for the state of Arkansas.
  • Arkansas Online — News and information from the Arkansas Democrat Gazette.
  • Central Arkansas Transit Authority — Information on bus routes, fares, and schedules.
  • LittleRock.com — Includes a calendar of events and information on dining, lodging, shopping, and outdoor activities.
  • LittleRock.org — Information for citizens about the city.
  • Quit smoking — A service offered through the Central Arkansas Library System.
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CALS’s biggest resource is our librarians. If you need help finding something to read, figuring out specific information for a trip, or spelling a certain word, you can Ask-A-Librarian at 918-3000 or use the chat feature. Librarians love answering questions.

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