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 happening at the Saline County Library during the week of May 15-20.
Monday, May 15
Makerspace Open Hours
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something super 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 Story Time
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 0-9
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 get a library social story.
Makerspace Open Hours
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something super 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.
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.
Tabletop Gaming
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Benton Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
Teens are invited to play games and hangout on Mondays. What will we play? Come join us and find out!
Tuesday, May 16
Makerspace Open Hours
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something super 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.
Makerspace Open Hours
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something super 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.
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.
Minecraft Tuesdays
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Virtual
Ages 13-18
Join us in our virtual Minecraft realm to play and hang with friends.
SCL Trivia – Fictional Detectives
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
U.S Pizza – Bryant
Ages 18+
The Saline County Library is hosting a fictional detective trivia night! If you’re well-versed in fictional detectives, from Adrian Monk to Will Zimmerman, join us to test your knowledge! The team or individual who gets the most questions correct will win a fictional detective prize pack. Magnifying glass and Deerstalker hat optional.
Wednesday, May 17
Adult Art Studio
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Explore and create 2D and 3D art in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere. Participants will explore a variety of art techniques and media. All materials provided (while supplies last). Registration recommended but not required.
Adult D&D Night – Campaign B
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Dungeons and Dragons has been a fixture of America’s love for RPG games for over 20 years. Now is your chance to get in on the action! The Saline County Library is hosting a monthly D&D night. On the third Wednesday of every month, you and your friends can come to the Saline County Library Benton Branch and play a game with us. Registration is required for this event. (6 of 8 seats currently filled)
Thursday, May 18
Makerspace Open Hours
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something super 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.
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.
Makerspace Open Hours
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
All Ages
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something super 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.
Friday, May 19
Tech Connect – iPhone / iPad Basics – Hot Springs Village
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hot Springs Village, Coronado Center, Room 3
Ages 18+
This workshop is for those who have a new iOS mobile device or are considering getting one, and want to learn more about the device’s basic functions. The event will help attendees to get connected, identify common apps, and build confidence in using their device safely. Attendees are required to bring their own devices. Registration required. Limited to 15 attendees. Location: Coronado Center, 150 Ponderosa Ln, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
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. Dress comfortably for movement. Registration encouraged but not required. If you are waitlisted, please feel free to show up anyway!
Saturday, May 20
Arkansas Blood Institute Blood Drive – Give the gift of life!
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Donating blood provides health and healing for local patients in need, but it has some nice additional perks, too! At each donation, you receive a mini health screening, including checks of your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. As a thank you for your donation, you’ll get a free t-shirt and snacks, as well as any partner giveaways the Arkansas Blood Institute has at the time. For each donation, you’ll receive donor rewards points, which can be redeemed in the ABI donor reward store at various times during the year.
Summer Reading Family Fun Fest – East End
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Crossing at Angel Court Park
All Ages
Start your summer off right! Enjoy all kinds of family fun with a bounce house, petting zoo, games, crafts, and a free lunch. Sign up for our Summer Reading Challenge and learn all about the cool prizes you can earn! Location: The Crossing at Angel Court, 1040 Angel Court, Little Rock, AR 72206.
Saturday Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Benton Branch, Storytime Room
Ages 3-5
Come to library for a short storytime with a different Youth Services librarian every week. We’ll sing songs and read stories; we can’t wait to see you there!
See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events