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 August 28 – September 2.
Monday, August 28
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
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.
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, August 29
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.
Medicaid Event
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Alexander City Hall
Ages 18+
Did you know that there have been changes to the Medicaid system resulting in terminations? Do you know how to navigate the online portal? This drop-in event doesn’t require any appointment or payment. Staff with the Center for AR Legal Services will be available for one-on-one help to make sure you are informed on the recent changes to Medicaid, what resources are available, and help potentially interested parties go through the online portal. Location: Alexander City Hall, 15605 Alexander Rd, Alexander AR 72002.
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.
New Teen Dungeons & Dragons Campaign
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 is required for this event.
Wednesday, August 30
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.
Thursday, August 31
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.
Bingo with Sage Health
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Bryant Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
Enjoy a fun round of Bingo with the staff from Sage Health Clinic!
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.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Campaign (Continued from Spring 2023)
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 be continuing our adventure together!
Adultish Book Club
5:45 PM – 6:45 PM
Benton Branch, Study Area
Ages 18+
The Adultish Book Club is a group of bookish people who have been meeting monthly either on Zoom or in-person in the Upper Reading Area (near the Adult Non-Fiction section) at the Benton branch of the Saline County Library. For more information, please join our Facebook group. Facebook group link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2136251013308783.
Friday, September 1
Kid-free Crafting (Benton Makerspace)
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Benton Branch, Makerspace
Ages 18+
While Makerspace is never “just for kids,” we know it’s hard to set aside time for yourself! Every FIRST Friday of the month, Benton Makerspace will be open for kid-free crafting!
Preschool Art Studio
10:30 AM – 11:15 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 do a new project every week and you’ll go home with a masterpiece! This program is specially geared for kids ages 3-5. 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. Dress comfortably for movement. Registration is encouraged but not required. If you are waitlisted, please feel free to show up anyway!
Mystery Night at the Library
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Benton Branch, Meeting Room
Ages 18+
This “whodunit” party takes place as the afterparty to the Oscars where some of Hollywood’s finest will mix and mingle to share stories and brag on awards won. But a crime is about to be committed! Will you be able to solve the mystery and help bring justice to our villain? Attendees are encouraged to dress in fun, formal attire but it is not required. Character assignments will be emailed to attendees one week before the event, along with tips and tricks for playing the game. If you register less than a week before the event, your assignment may be picked up at the door at the event. At the end of the night, we will cast our accusations and which sleuths caught our bad guy. Light refreshments and appetizers will be served. Must be 18 years or older to participate. Registration required.
Saturday, September 2
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!
Bluey Party
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Bryant Branch
Ages 12 and under
Wackadoooo! It’s time for a Bluey Party! Join us as we celebrate the hit show Bluey with snacks, crafts, and activities all about Bluey! Please note: We will not have actual Bluey characters in costume at this event.
Teen D&D One-shot Saturdays
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Benton Branch, Teen Area
Ages 13-18
Join us for a one-shot Dungeons & Dragons adventure! Each month we will tackle a new foe. Feel free to either build your own character, or we will have pre-made characters for you to play! Registration is required for this event.
See the main events page for all of the Saline County events listings: www.mysaline.com/events