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 May 13-18.
Monday, May 13
Dive in with Us!
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Bryant Branch
Ages 3-6
Come join Ms. Amanda at the Bryant branch every Monday as we learn about the ocean and all of the creatures living in it! We will have a storytime, followed by an ocean-themed craft or activity. Let’s dive into learning together!
Makerspace Open Hours – Bryant
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
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, May 14
Adult Craft Hour (EVENT IS FULL)
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
Ages 18+
Looking for a little time to get away from it all and just craft? Join us for a new craft every week in the Benton Makerspace! Each Tuesday we will start and finish a different craft, from jewelry to custom cards! All materials will be provided. Patrons will get to take home what they make! Registration required. Please be aware that you must register for sessions individually, registering for one class does not register you for all four classes.
Tech Tuesdays
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bryant Branch
Ages 18+
Stop by the Bryant branch for assistance with Libby and Hoopla or other library tech help! No registration required.
Makerspace Open Hours – Bryant
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
Rising Star Players (After-School Session)
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 7-18
Rising Stars is an acting class for kids! In the first few sessions we’ll cover the basics of acting. During the remainder of the program, our young actors will be auditioning for and then performing in a show! Registration required.
Wednesday, May 15
Adult Art Studio
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bryant Branch
Ages 18+
Explore and create art in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere! Participants will explore a variety of art techniques and media. All materials provided.
Makerspace Open Hours – Bryant
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
Thursday, May 16
Tummy Time Tots
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Benton Branch, Storytime Room
Ages 0-1
This is a lap-sit program for infants. Join us for songs, books, and bonding with your little one!
The Pencil Pack – Tween Journalism Club
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
Ages 8-12
Interested in journalism, writing, drawing, or photography? Come join the Pencil Pack! Add your spark to our monthly library newspaper in this journalism club for beginners. We’ll learn the basics of writing a good article, then we’ll create content to be published in our own monthly library newspaper, just for kids!
Leather Working Workshop (EVENT IS FULL)
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
Ages 18+
With help from our friends from Tandy Leather, patrons will learn how to tool and stain leather while creating a custom leather bookmark! All materials will be provided. Registration required.
Friday, May 17
Rising Star Players (Homeschool Session)
10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 7-18
Rising Stars is an acting class for kids! In the first few sessions we’ll cover the basics of acting. During the remainder of the program, our young actors will be auditioning for and then performing in a show! Registration required.
Tummy Time
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Bryant Branch, Storytime Room
Ages 1-3
Stop by the Bryant branch to see Ms. Amanda for tummy time with activities that help us learn how to move, sing with music, and play. You may even make a new friend!
Preschool Art Studio
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
Ages 3-5
Preschoolers will get hands-on experience using different mediums as they learn to express themselves through art! We’ll complete a new project every week, and you’ll go home with a masterpiece! We may get messy, so please dress appropriately!
Tai Chi for Beginners
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Jo Tabor, a Certified Personal Trainer and fitness coach, will teach participants the basics of Tai Chi. This is a program geared towards beginning practitioners, but all skill levels are welcome! Please dress comfortably for movement.
Saturday, May 18
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by the Makerspace during Open 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. We’ve got the supplies and the space, now all we need is you!
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!
Summer Reading Family Fun Fest
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Alexander City Park
All Ages
Join us in Alexander to kick off the 2024 Summer Reading program! We’ll have a bounce house, petting zoo, games, and more! And don’t forget to sign up for our Summer Reading Challenge! The event is hosted at Alexander City Park (15665 Robert Evans Rd, Alexander) and is outside, so please dress accordingly. Snacks and water will be provided, in limited quantities.
Chess Day
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Chess is a strategy-based board game that has existed for centuries. While it was once considered a game for only military leaders or the wealthy, today it can be enjoyed by anyone! Whether you’re an experienced player or a novice, stop by for some fun and camaraderie! If you don’t know how to play but want to learn, drop in and we’ll teach you!
See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events