See all the upcoming library events below or visit the main events page at www.mysaline.com/events
Monday, June 19
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 20
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)
EVENT IS FULL
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)
EVENT IS FULL
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 Trivia – Urban Legends
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
U.S. Pizza – Bryant, Party Room
Ages 18+
Bloody Mary. The Gurdon Light. Chupacabra. All of these are spooky urban legends. The Saline County Library would like to test your knowledge of these urban legends and more as we host Urban Legends trivia! We will have 20 bone-chilling questions for you and whoever gets the most right, will win an urban legends prize pack!
Wednesday, June 21
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 (while supplies last). Registration recommended but not required. If you are waitlisted, please feel free to attend anyway!
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.
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.
Adult D&D Night – Campaign B
EVENT IS FULL
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.
Thursday, June 22
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.
Nitro Joe: Science Show
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bryant Branch, Tween Area
Ages 0-18
This is one of the most entertaining and interactive science shows that you’ve ever seen! Nitro Joe’s energy and enthusiasm will keep audiences of any age fully engaged.
Monster of the Week – A Teen Dungeons & Dragons Battle!
EVENT IS FULL
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.
Nitro Joe: Science Show
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Benton Branch, Lower Commons
Ages 0-18
This is one of the most entertaining and interactive science shows that you’ve ever seen! Nitro Joe’s energy and enthusiasm will keep audiences of any age fully engaged.
Magic: the Gathering
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Magic: The Gathering is a fun trading card game that has been around for 30 years. If you love D&D, this is a game you are sure to enjoy. The Saline County Library is hosting a Magic: The Gathering night the 4th Thursday of each month at the Bryant branch. Registration is required for this event.
Makerspace Madness – Batik Art
EVENT IS FULL
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Benton Branch
Ages 18+
Join us for Batik Art–a resistance dyeing technique–and learn about the incredible resources available in our Makerspace! Registration required. All materials provided, while supplies last.
Friday, June 23
Rising Star Players
EVENT IS FULL
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!
Unsolved Cases: Gardner Twins – Who killed Avery and where is her twin sister Zoey?
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
One twin murdered, the other abducted, and the lead detective is missing while on the killer’s trail! Can you solve the case and get to Zoey, and also find the detective before it’s too late? Bring your best detective friends to see if you have the skills to solve the crime! Pizza and drinks provided. Registration required.
Saturday, June 24
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!
ASL Beginner’s Course
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Have you ever wanted to learn American Sign Language but didn’t know where to start? The Saline County Library is hosting a beginner’s guide to ASL. Join us as we walk you through the basics of ASL and get your questions answered.
See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events