See all the upcoming library events below or visit the main events page at www.mysaline.com/events
Below are the in-person and virtual programs taking place at the Saline County Library during the week of December 4-9.
Monday, December 4
Open Maker Hours – Benton
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open Maker Hours and create something cool to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! During open hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools and materials for free creative time. In other words, people can come in with only their imagination, create to their heart’s content, and leave with a completed project!
Sensory Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
This program is specifically designed for children with autism, sensory processing disorder, ADHD or who have difficultly sitting still, but we welcome anyone who wants to participate! Email Ms. Dana at [email protected] with any questions, or to request a library social story.
Monday Afternoon Book Club
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Join us on the first Monday of every month! November’s book is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Interested participants can pick up a copy of the next title to be discussed at the circulation desk of the Benton branch.
Board Together – Tabletop Gaming for Teens!
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
Don’t have enough players for your favorite board game? Stop by our weekly hangout with a friend or meet a new one! We’ll play a different game each week, so be sure to join us!
Tuesday, December 5
Open Maker Hours – Bryant
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open Maker Hours and create something cool to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! During open hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools and materials for free creative time. In other words, people can come in with only their imagination, create to their heart’s content, and leave with a completed project!
Open Maker Hours – Benton
3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open Maker Hours and create something cool to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! During open hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools and materials for free creative time. In other words, people can come in with only their imagination, create to their heart’s content, and leave with a completed project!
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Campaign (New)
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Benton Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
The adventure begins! Come start a new Dungeons & Dragons campaign with us! This program is for teens who did not participate in our spring campaign. All teens welcome, no matter experience level. We will go over character creation and behavior expectations in our first session. Registration required.
Santa Visit (Bryant)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bryant Branch
Ages 12 and under
Santa is stopping by the Bryant branch for a visit! Join us for crafts and a performance by the Benton High School Chamber Choir! Santa will even let you take a photo with him, if you’ve been good!
Wednesday, December 6
Open Maker Hours – Benton
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open Maker Hours and create something cool to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! During open hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools and materials for free creative time. In other words, people can come in with only their imagination, create to their heart’s content, and leave with a completed project!
Beginner American Sign Language
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 9+
In this weekly class we’ll cover the basics of American Sign Language and answer any questions you may have! Each week we will expand upon what we learned the previous week. This class is open to anyone ages 9 and up. No registration required!
Adult D&D Night – Campaign A
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Dungeons & Dragons has been a fixture in American tabletop gaming for over 40 years! Now’s your chance to get in on the action! The Saline County Library is hosting a monthly D&D night! Come together as we complete daring quests and defeat dangerous foes! Registration is required for this event.
Thursday, December 7
Open Maker Hours – Benton
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open Maker Hours and create something cool to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! During open hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools and materials for free creative time. In other words, people can come in with only their imagination, create to their heart’s content, and leave with a completed project!
Open Maker Hours – Bryant
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open Maker Hours and create something cool to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! During open hours, Makerspace functions as an open workspace stocked with numerous tools and materials for free creative time. In other words, people can come in with only their imagination, create to their heart’s content, and leave with a completed project!
Teen Programs at Bryant
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
Join us at the Bryant branch every Thursday for a low-key teen hangout! On December 7 we’ll play card games like UNO and Golf!
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Campaign (Old)
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Benton Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
If you played D&D with Ms. Chelsea in the spring, this is the campaign for you! We will continue our adventure together! Registration required.
Santa Visit (Benton)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Benton Branch, Lower Commons
Ages 12 and under
Santa is stopping by the Benton branch for a visit! Join us for crafts and a performance by the Benton High School Chamber Choir! Santa will even let you take a photo with him, if you’ve been good!
Friday, December 8
Jackbox Game Night
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Pasta J’s – Benton
Ages 18+
Get ready to challenge your friends and show everyone that you are the Jackbox champion! This event will take place in the party room at Pasta J’s in Benton. No registration is required. Just bring your phone and your friends! Be sure to charge your phone before the event!
Saturday, December 9
Saturday Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Benton Branch, Storytime Room
Ages 3-5
Visit the Benton branch for a short storytime with a different Youth Services librarian every week. We’ll sing songs and read stories starting at 10:30 AM in the Storytime Room. We can’t wait to see you there!
Piece by Piece
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
If you love to play board games or card games, this is the event for you! We’ll come together and play some old favorites as well as new hits, so bring a friend!
Wreath Making
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Benton Farmer’s Market
Ages 18+
Learn how to make your very own wire form ribbon wreath, just in time for the holidays! In this class, our instructor will share simple tips and tricks to make your wreath pop without breaking the bank! Materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own ribbon or additional materials. Registration required.
See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events