See all the upcoming library events below or visit the main events page at www.mysaline.com/events
Toddler StorytimeDate: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Join Mrs. Wendy for this fun, active storytime designed just for toddlers. We will enjoy rhymes, flannel stories, songs, books, and instruments. After storytime, we will enjoy some play time together. This storytime is designed for children 3 & under, but all children are welcome.
Library Card ShufflersDate: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Come play cards with us. We play all kinds of card games like Canasta, Hand and Foot, Hearts, Spades, Rummy, and more. Bring some friends along or just come and make new ones. No prior gameplay experience needed – we are always happy to teach a new player.
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Drop by the Makerspace to utilize our amazing array of materials and equipment. Work on a project or learn something new! During Open Hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools, materials and equipment for independent creative time. Bring a project you’re working on or come with your imagination and create to your heart’s content. Take home what you make! For a full list of Makerspace equipment and rules, visit our Makerspace page on our website.
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Drop by the Makerspace to explore our amazing array of materials and equipment. Work on a project or learn something new! During Open Hours, the Makerspace serves as an open workspace filled with various tools, materials, and equipment for independent creative work. Bring a project you’re working on, or come with your imagination and create to your heart’s content. Take home what you make! Check out all of the equipment available on our website! Children ages 5-12 must have an adult supervising them at all times in the Makerspace. No children under 5 years are permitted in the Makerspace.
Anime ClubDate: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Love anime? Join the club! Join us every Tuesday to watch anime, discuss our favorite manga, and maybe do a themed craft or two! (And sometimes there are snacks.) This club is aimed at ages 13-18, and the teens decide what we watch from a list of screened episodes. We typically watch the first two episodes of a new anime each week. But if there is enough interest, we might watch more episodes of a show. If you would like to recommend an anime to watch, please do! The first two episodes will be screened and, if it passes reviews, added to the watch list. Please note: most content we watch will be rated 14+ or younger (using the age ratings on Crunchyroll).
Program Break Free PlayDate: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Programs in East End are taking a break for the month of May so we can prepare for our exciting summer activities, but we’ll still have something fun for you to do at the library, like games, sensory stations, bubbles, crafts and more!
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Drop by the Makerspace to explore our amazing array of materials and equipment. Work on a project or learn something new! During Open Hours, the Makerspace serves as an open workspace filled with various tools, materials, and equipment for independent creative work. Bring a project you’re working on, or come with your imagination and create to your heart’s content. Take home what you make! For a full list of Makerspace equipment and rules, visit our Makerspace page on our website. Children ages 5-12 must have an adult supervising them at all times in the Makerspace. No children under 5 years are permitted in the Makerspace.
LEt’s GO Build!Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Take on a new LEGO® challenge each week! All ages welcome.
ESOL – English for Speakers of Other Languages – Inglés para hablantes de otros idiomasDate: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Do you want to improve your English communication skills? Join us each week for lessons and conversations with other English language learners in a comfortable, stress-free environment.
Glowforge Certification ClassDate: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Glowforge Basics: Learn & Create! Curious about laser engraving? Join us for a hands-on class where you’ll learn how to use the Makerspace’s Glowforge, a powerful laser cutter and engraver that can create stunning designs on wood, acrylic, leather, and more! In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll cover: After completing the class, you’ll be certified to reserve the Glowforge for personal projects—so you can bring your creative ideas to life! No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity. Sign up today and start engraving!
Tech ThursdayDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Are you in need of help of with your technology? Drop in or set up a personal 30 minute appointment for help with anything involving tech: printing, scanning, downloading eBooks, using your tablet, formatting documents, etc! Appointments available from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 501-847-2166 or email [email protected] for questions or to set up an appointment!
Tummy Time TotsDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 This is a lapsit program for infants. Join us for songs, books and bonding!
Twinkle Tots StorytimeDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Come join Ms.Amanda for a Little Dragons Storytime for children who need a smaller setting. We will have storytime with music and crafts. Come in your most magical outfits and have a wonderful time!
Preschool StorytimeDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Join Ms. Jordan for Preschool Storytime, designed for ages 3-5. Every week you can expect fun books, songs, and an activity. We’ll sing songs, read stories, and have a fun activity each week that focuses on early literacy skills/fine motor skills. We look forward to seeing you! Accessibility Accompanying Adults Cancelling/Rescheduling Events Photographing/Recording
Program Break Free PlayDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Programs in East End are taking a break for the month of May so we can prepare for our exciting summer activities, but we’ll still have something fun for you to do at the library, like games, sensory stations, bubbles, crafts and more!
Twinkle Tots StorytimeDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Come join Ms.Amanda for a Twinkle Tots Storytime for children who need a smaller setting. We will have storytime with music and crafts. Come in your most magical outfits and have a wonderful time!
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Drop by the Makerspace to utilize our amazing array of materials and equipment. Work on a project or learn something new! During Open Hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools, materials and equipment for independent creative time. Bring a project you’re working on or come with your imagination and create to your heart’s content. Take home what you make! For a full list of Makerspace equipment and rules, visit our Makerspace page on our website.
The Pencil PackDate: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Kids 4th – 7th grade can learn about journalism and help create content for our very own tween library newspaper. Interested in journalism, writing, drawing, or photography? Come join the Pencil Pack! Add your spark to our monthly library newspaper at this journalism club for beginners. We’ll learn the basics of writing a good article and create content to be published in our monthly library newspaper just for kids. We’ll sing songs, read stories, and have a fun activity each week that focuses on early literacy skills/fine motor skills. We look forward to seeing you! Accessibility Cancelling/Rescheduling Events Photographing/Recording
Music and MovementDate: Friday, May 16, 2025 Join Ms. Amanda for music and instruments with a fun toddler craft. There will also be more activities to engage in.
Rising StarsDate: Friday, May 16, 2025 Does your child love to act or want to start acting but does not know where to begin? The Saline County Library is hosting an acting course. We will go over everything your child needs to learn to start acting. We will also put on a play at the end of the programming year in May. The class will be held weekly from 10-11 at the main library in Benton. Registration is required for this event.
Music and MovementDate: Friday, May 16, 2025 Join Ms. Amanda for music and instruments with a fun toddler craft. There will also be more activities to engage in.
Program Break Free PlayDate: Friday, May 16, 2025 Programs in East End are taking a break for the month of May so we can prepare for our exciting summer activities, but we’ll still have something fun for you to do at the library, like games, sensory stations, bubbles, crafts and more!
Tai ChiDate: Friday, May 16, 2025 Connect your mind, body, and breath in this low-impact, meditative movement session. All levels welcome. No equipment needed.
PilatesDate: Friday, May 16, 2025 Join us for a mat-based Pilates class with a Yoga twist. All levels are welcome. Bring your own yoga mat if desired, but all equipment will be available.
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Drop by the Makerspace to explore our amazing array of craft supplies and fabrication equipment. Work on a project or learn something new! During Open Hours, the Makerspace serves as an open workspace filled with various tools, materials, and equipment for independent creative work. Bring a project you’re working on, or come with your imagination and create to your heart’s content. Take home what you make! For a full list of Makerspace equipment and rules, visit our Makerspace page on our website. Children ages 5-12 must have an adult supervising them at all times in the Makerspace. No children under 5 years are permitted in the Makerspace.
Saturday StorytimeDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Come to library for a fun Saturday afternoon for a short storytime with a different Youth Service librarian every week. We’ll sing songs and read stories starting at 10:30 in the storytime room. We can’t wait to see you there!
Makerspace Adult ShowcaseDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Explore the tools in our Makerspace at our Makerspace Adult Showcase. Join us for a guided project that you can bring home with you! For this month’s project, we will learn how to create beautiful diamond art. After you learn how to use these Makerspace tools, feel free to come make more during our Makerspace open hours! We will have open hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm and on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm. Note: This Saturday session is one of two Makerspace Adult Showcase sessions featuring the same project, so you can pick which time is most convienent for you; the second session will take place on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
Pet Adoption/Donation Drive!Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Benton Animal Services needs our help! There are good animals in need of loving homes right here in town! From young pups or kittens to senior dogs and cats, they all need a stable home with love and affection. If adoption isn’t an option for you, but you still want to help, consider donations of pet food, toys, beds, and blankets! Since they are waiving the regular adoption fees, donations and adoptions can help Benton Animal Services save more animals in need! Also, if you enjoy training pets, consider fostering to help improve an animals odds at adoption and a better life!
Outdoor Movie Night – Summer Reading Challenge EditionDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Get ready for the Summer Reading Challenge and enjoy an SCL movie night featuring prizes, snacks, and an outdoor movie experience! We will be showing the movie “Elemental” The event will be moved inside the community center if weather conditions interfere. Limited seating is provided, you may bring your own seating (blankets, yard chairs, etc.). Location: Ralph Bunche Community Center 1600 Dixie Street Benton, AR 72015.
Once Upon a Dream StorytimeDate: Monday, May 19, 2025 Come join Ms. Amanda for a magical fairytale story time. We will have storytime with music and crafts. Come in your most magical outfits for a wonderful fun time!
Sensory Hour: Low-Key StorytimeDate: Monday, May 19, 2025 A low-key storytime perfect for children with sensory needs, but everyone is welcome!
Chair YogaDate: Monday, May 19, 2025 Kick off your week with a Mindful Monday Chair Yoga session. Come as you are and enjoy a low-impact, low-stress, and accessible workout. No equipment needed. No prior experience needed.
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Monday, May 19, 2025 Drop by the Makerspace to explore our amazing array of materials and equipment. Work on a project or learn something new! During Open Hours, the Makerspace serves as an open workspace filled with various tools, materials, and equipment for independent creative work. Bring a project you’re working on, or come with your imagination and create to your heart’s content. Take home what you make! For a full list of Makerspace equipment and rules, visit our Makerspace page on our website. Children ages 5-12 must have an adult supervising them at all times in the Makerspace. No children under 5 years are permitted in the Makerspace.
Monday HangoutsDate: Monday, May 19, 2025 Hangout with other teens and our teen programmer, Ms. Chelsea, every Monday in the Teen Area. We’ll have board games, snacks, and good vibes.
ESOL – English for Speakers of Other Languages – Inglés para hablantes de otros idiomasDate: Monday, May 19, 2025 Do you want to improve your English communication skills? Join us each week for lessons and conversations with other English language learners in a comfortable, stress-free environment.
Food Fundamentals: Knife SkillsDate: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service, in coordination with Saline County Library, presents: Food Fundamentals – Knife Skills. View demonstrations, practice various knife techniques, and leave with confidence. Registration Required – All supplies provided – No prior experience needed.
Toddler StorytimeDate: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Join Mrs. Wendy for this fun, active storytime designed just for toddlers. We will enjoy rhymes, flannel stories, songs, books, and instruments. After storytime, we will enjoy some play time together. This storytime is designed for children 3 & under, but all children are welcome.
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See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events
