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 June 12 – 17.
Monday, June 12
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
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 Storytime
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.
Little Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 1-3
We’ll have stories, songs, and fun at this storytime specifically designed for children 1-3 years old. After storytime, we’ll pull out toys and you can stay to play!
Board Together – Tabletop Gaming for Teens!
2:00 PM – 3:00 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!
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
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.
LEGO Mondays
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Bryant Branch
Ages 18 and under
Every Monday we will gather together, be creative, and have fun building with Legos! We will have personal Lego boxes to play with and/or community Legos if you want to build something big with friends.
Tuesday, June 13
Makerspace Open Hours – Bryant
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.
Toddler Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Benton Branch, Storytime Room
All Ages 1-3
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.
Cooking Club (First Hour)
2:00 PM – 2:40 PM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 9-12
Let’s cook, all together now! Come to the Bryant branch to learn some new recipes from different members of our community. This program is registration-only. Ages 9-12.
Cooking Club (Second Hour)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 9-12
Let’s cook, all together now! Come to the Bryant Library to learn some new recipes from different members of our community. This program is registration-only. Ages 9-12.
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
3:00 PM – 6:30 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.
SCL Bingo
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Facebook Page
Ages 18+
On the second Tuesday of every month, the Saline County Library would love for you to join us as we play our monthly game of bingo! This will be a virtual event on the Library’s Facebook page. We will play three games, and if you win one of the three games, you will win a prize!
Wednesday, June 14
Crafts2Go: – Crafts for Busy Adults
All day
Both Branches, while supplies last!
Ages 18+
Monthly grab & go craft kit for adults. A new craft is available on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. June’s Crafts2Go: Crafts for Busy Adults kits are available at both branches on a first come, first served basis starting Wednesday, June 14, 2023. One kit per adult, please.
Kindness Club
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Benton Branch, Meeting Area
Ages 6-10
Join Ms. Dana as we find ways to bring kindness to our community!
Big Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 4-6
Join Ms. Becca for amazing stories and fun crafts! This storytime is geared specifically for kids ages 4-6.
Piece by Piece
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
The Saline County Library is hosting a monthly series titled Piece by Piece. If you love to play board or card games, this is the event for you! We will meet on the Second Wednesday of every month to play a board or card game and have some fun. We will play some old favorites as well as new hits!
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
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.
DIY Girls
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Makerspace
Ages 13-18
Come and do simple girly crafts with us during the summer and make some new girlfriends! Everything will be provided, and you will be able to take your project home the same day. Registration required.
Coding Club
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 9-12
Learn the basics of coding with Mrs. Becca and Mrs. Jordan this summer. We’ll be able to experiment with hands-on coding and STEM activities every week.
Thursday, June 15
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
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.
Jason D’Vaude – One-man Circus!
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bryant Branch, Tween Area
Ages 0-18
Check out the performer of the day at the Bryant Library! Jason D’Vaude’s comedic juggling, fire, and balancing acts include precarious stunts and a dash of danger – all with a smile and a laugh!
Monster of the Week – A Teen Dungeons & Dragons Battle!
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Benton Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
Each week, we will band together as an adventuring party to fight a new monster! We will be using Dungeons & Dragons 5e rules to destroy a new creation of Ms. Chelsea’s each week. Bring your own character or use one of our premade options! Registration required.
Makerspace Open Hours – Bryant
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.
Jason D’Vaude – One-man Circus!
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Benton Branch, Lower Commons
Ages 0-18
Check out the performer of the day at the Bryant Library! Jason D’Vaude’s comedic juggling, fire, and balancing acts include precarious stunts and a dash of danger – all with a smile and a laugh!
Friday, June 16
Rising Star Players
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 6-18
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 semester. Registration is required for this event. THIS EVENT IS FULL!
Super Summer Storytime
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Benton Branch, Lower Commons
Ages 3-5
Super Summer Storytime is designed for ages 3-5. Get ready to sing, dance, and read along to some of our favorite stories with your favorite librarians.
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!
Carpool Cinema
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Benton Branch, Parking Lot
Ages 18+
Have you ever wished you could go back in time and experience movies the way they did back in the 50s when you could sit in the comfort of your car and watch a nice romantic movie with your partner? Now, you can! The Saline County Library is hosting Carpool Cinema. The movie this month will be about good girl Sandy Olsson and greaser Danny Zuko who fell in love with each other over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they’re now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance? Registration required, limited availability.
Saturday, June 17
Makerspace Open Hours – Benton
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.
Barbie Day
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 13 and under
Come bring your Barbies to play! You can trade Barbies and clothes if interested. We will have a Giant Barbie house to play with. We will also have a Barbie box for a photo opportunity!
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!
See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events