New Beginnings Pregnancy Resource Center is in need of several items to serve the community. The Center provides diapers. wipes, clothing, formula, and other items to mothers with babies up to 2 years old. They also offer other services and information about more resources in the area. Friends of the organization posted a call for […]
Sign up to give blood at one of these local events
All blood donors that donate during National Blood Donor Month this January will receive their choice of long sleeve t-shirt. Make your lifesaving donation appointment today by clicking on one of the events below, or call 877-340-8777. Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library, 01/21/2023, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Schedule Bass Pro Shop, 01/21/2023, 9:00 am – […]
Library presents “Warm Wishes” – Give or take warm items at both branches this winter
The Saline County Library is offering warm items at their Benton and Bryant branches. Anyone in need can pick up hats, gloves, scarves, etc. outside the Library. Take what you need. You do not need to return items. They are also accepting donations of new or like-new scarves, hats, and gloves. If you would […]
See Santa at the Library, Dec 6th & 8th and drop your Letter in the Mailbox
Santa is coming to the library! This is a busy time of year for Santa but luckily your favorite children’s librarians are definitely on the nice list, and have talked Santa into coming to visit. He’ll be at the Benton location on Tuesday, December 6th, and the Bryant location on Thursday, December 8th. Find him on […]
Donate blood, get a shirt, a pie, and maybe cash – Events Nov 18-22 in Saline County
The Arkansas Blood Institute invites Saline County to “The Chocolate Factory” on Nov 18-22. Okay, it’s actually a blood drive, but you could win the golden ticket – $250. And you’ll definitely get a pie and a t-shirt. Visit a donor event in the list below and receive a chocolate candy bar. Open the wrapper to see […]
Library collecting food for fines Nov 14-23 in Benton and Bryant
Both branches of the Saline County Library will be hosting a Food for Fines during the week of November 14-23. For every non-perishable item you bring in, the library will waive $1.00 in late fines. For example, if you bring in 10 food or hygiene items, you will have a total of $10.00 waived from […]
Night in Vegas toy drive benefit touts Elvis, illusions, casino tables
Tim Crawley Racing will host their 11th Annual Toy Drive Saturday, November 26th for Toy Troopers of Saline County at Benton Event Center. This year’s benefit is called A Night in Vegas. Come see illusionists and Elvis tribute artist Ben King. It will be a Vegas party, with casino gaming tables. VIP tables are available. […]
Donate a sweater this fall in honor of Mister Rogers
Donate a sweater in tribute to Mister Rogers this year. Arkansas PBS and 44 libraries are partnering to sponsor the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive as a tribute to Fred Rogers and his example of being a caring neighbor. This drive will be held Nov. 5-30. “Fred Rogers’ cardigan sweater has come to represent the […]
Winner winner chicken dinner, a shirt and zoo ticket when you donate blood Sept 22
Look for the Bloodmobile in Benton on Thursday, September 22. They will be at Chicken Salad Chick from Noon to 5:00 p.m. The location is 20370 I-30 North, behind Texas Roadhouse. Schedule your appointment online at www.yourbloodinstitute.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/386577. Walk-ins are also welcome. All donors will receive a free meal from Chicken Salad Chick and a free Bigfoot shirt and […]
Schedule an appointment for this blood drive at the hospital on Aug 19th
Saline Memorial Hospital will host a Blood Drive with the Arkansas Blood Institute Bloodmobile on Friday, August 19th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Donors will receive a t-shirt for themselves and admission for one to Magic Springs. Register online for an appointment today at https://www.yourbloodinstitute.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/371149 For more information on events visit www.mysaline.com/events