See all the upcoming library events below or visit the main events page at www.mysaline.com/events
Adult Art StudioDate: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Start your morning with a guided creation to take home with you! All supplies will be provided.
Homeschool HourDate: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Join us as we learn through art, music, STEAM activities, problem solving, team building, and more. This will be a fun, supplemental, social event for ages 4 – 18. The age groups will be divided up as follows: 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, and 13-18. Accessibility Cancelling/Rescheduling Events Photographing/Recording
Storytime Fun!Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Storytime Fun is a storytime program intended for ages 3-5, though all are welcome. It will include stories, songs, some puppets and a craft or gross motor activity to prepare preschool friends for kindergarten. Storytime Fun will help with developing children’s social, emotional, cognitive, creative and physical skills and get them ready for school!
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Wednesday, September 17, 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.
Cosplay Workshop: The Basics of DesignDate: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Want to learn about costume design and basic sewing tips from a fashion professional? Join us for a very special Cosplay Workshop! Ms. Amanda Morley from the Arkansas Fashion School will be here to lead a presentation all about cosplay. She’ll cover how to plan out a cosplay, basic hemming by hand, build books for competitions, and more! Registration is highly encouraged, but not required to attend. However, supplies and space are limited. Provided materials from the presentation will be given out to registered patrons first. Reserve your spot now! Special thanks for the Arkansas Fashion School for your support! Can’t make it to this presentation? Come back each Wednesday for Cosplay Workshop to learn from other creators!
Rock ClubDate: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Come join us for a rocking good time! We will be learning and examining rocks, minerals, and fossils. Patrons will be supplied with a tumbled stone every visit. Ages 6-12
Dream Big Week Book ClubDate: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Join us this week as we read books from the Little People, Big Dreams series and learn more about famous and influential people. Each day Monday through Thursday, we will read a book and enjoy an activity based on the person we learn about. This program is a part of Dream BIG Day, a fun and inspiring global celebration of the limitless potential in every young mind! The goal for these Dream BIG Day events is to bring communities together—giving kids a chance to champion their passions, celebrate local heroes, and share the stories of inspiring people who have dreamed big and accomplished amazing things.
Bryant Sensory StorytimeDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Come join us for sensory Storytime! We will read a book and engage in sensory play. Dedicated to children who need smaller settings. Ages 1-4
Tummy Time TotsDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 This lap-sit storytime is perfect for even your tiniest babies! Bond with your little ones and other caregivers while we explore the joys of movement, songs, and books!
Preschool StorytimeDate: Thursday, September 18, 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!
Walkers, Wigglers, and Crawlers StorytimeDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Come to WWC Storytime for a wonderful story, music, fingerplays, and a craft to match the book read! Ages 1-4
Oh Baby! StorytimeDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Oh Baby! Storytime is meant for our littlest library friends. It will include stories, songs, bouncing rhymes, finger plays, shakers and scarves, plus free play time where parents and caregivers can chat and make new friends outside of the house while their little ones play in a safe and welcoming environment.
Makerspace Open HoursDate: Thursday, September 18, 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.
Dream Big Week Book ClubDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Join us this week as we read books from the Little People, Big Dreams series and learn more about famous and influential people. Each day Monday through Thursday, we will read a book and enjoy an activity based on the person we learn about. This program is a part of Dream BIG Day, a fun and inspiring global celebration of the limitless potential in every young mind! The goal for these Dream BIG Day events is to bring communities together—giving kids a chance to champion their passions, celebrate local heroes, and share the stories of inspiring people who have dreamed big and accomplished amazing things.
Teen D&D Introductory Campaign (FULL)Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Never played D&D before or need a refresher of the rules? This campaign is for you! We will start with a full introduction to the rules, create characters together, and then depart on an adventure full of monsters, treasure, and discovery.
The Pencil PackDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Craft CornerDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Make crafts with your favorite library staff! We’ll make something different every week! Everyone is welcome, though projects may be easier for those with more crafting experience.
Adventures in MakingDate: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Head on down to the Makerspace each week for a lightly guided craft and conversation! Each week will be something new, so you are sure to find a new crafty hobby! All supplies are provided.
Rising Stars (FULL)Date: Friday, September 19, 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, September 19, 2025 Music! Instruments! And fun crafts! Stop by on Friday mornings for plenty of fun! Ages 1-5 Session 1: 9:30am Session 2: 10am
Fabulous Friday StorytimeDate: Friday, September 19, 2025 Join us for a fun, active storytime for children of all ages. We’ll read some books, sing some songs, wiggle a LOT, and end with the parachute!
Music and MovementDate: Friday, September 19, 2025 Music! Instruments! And fun crafts! Stop by on Friday mornings for plenty of fun! Ages 1-5 Session 1: 9:30am Session 2: 10am
Sensory Passive PlayDate: Friday, September 19, 2025 Come join us for special sensory play at Bryant! Enjoy a smaller setting for your child to play and engage. Fridays 11am-11:45am Ages 1- 6
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See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events
