The Rogers Public Library Foundation is hosting Top Chef NWA on October 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Metro Appliances and More, 801 Metro Pl. in Lowell.

Join the RPLF for a one-of-kind culinary experience with world-class chefs as they compete for your vote and the coveted title of TOP CHEF NWA. It will be a night of gourmet cuisine, specialty drinks, and an exclusive culinary experience. Limited VIP spots are available. VIPs will receive a special culinary experience with a wine or cocktail pairing along with gifts and giveaways. All proceeds benefit programming and resources at the Rogers Public Library! Support a great cause while enjoying an exquisite event.

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The Rogers Public Library Foundation was established in 1997 and continues its foundational vision of generating private-sector support to supplement tax-based funding for the Rogers Public Library. The result is improved collections, expanded programs, and enhanced services.

The credit for the Foundation’s impact belongs entirely to the people of Rogers and the surrounding community. Over the years, hundreds of generous individuals, corporations, and foundations have demonstrated their deep commitment to the area and the Rogers Public Library by donating to the Foundation.

Funded Projects

The Rogers Public Library provides materials, services, and activities to enrich life, foster literacy, stimulate imagination and inspire lifelong learning. The Foundation works to provide funding for important community resources, including:

• ELECTRONICS
  • Children’s Early Literacy tablets and chairs in bright colors
  • Updated iPads—2 for children’s STEAM programs in addition to what the children are using for early literacy
  • 1 for Teen programming as they expand STEAM and coding
  • 2 for adults for computer literacy and adult STEAM
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 Tablet and Kindle Fire available for checkout
• STEAM SUPPORT
  • The Library is expanding STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) programming for all ages including coding and the iPads can be used for robotics programming. The adult department is in the process of increasing computer literacy classes and receives regular inquiries on help setting up and downloading services, especially Library2Go, RBDigital and Tutor.com products.
• OUTREACH
  • They provide flash drives containing instructional information about library services, especially online resources with links to the services. It includes information about the library databases to use at schools and community outreach and to be able to give this resource to teachers and other education providers. They can be used by educators for group presentations as they work to increase the development of Niche Academy and add resources to this online product and customize more. The RPLF has also developed Rogers Public Library Educational Brochures.
• ONLINE RESOURCES
  • Tutor.com—live homework assistance and test support. This important educational resource is utilized by students of all ages. Registration continues to increase as online learning becomes a key factor in improving the level of education for area residents. They have been working with local elementary schools to attend open houses and talk about these resources. Library staff have gone to local high schools and demonstrated the online resources.