Effective Friday, March 13, the Saline County Library is suspending programs, events, and outreach through the end of the month. We have taken the following steps for precaution: – Adding additional cleaning and sanitation procedures and products in our buildings– Reminding staff to wash their hands and cover when coughing or sneezing (even if it’s … Continued

It’s important for libraries to provide pertinent and factual information for the public. With the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19, becoming more widespread, we want to separate fact from myth so that the community doesn’t worry more than they should.  About Coronavirus (COVID-19)* Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from … Continued

The Saline County Library has an opening for a Youth Services Assistant at the Benton branch.  Summary  The Youth Services Assistant is responsible for assisting patrons, providing reader’s advisory, and general maintenance of the Youth Services Department. This is a part-time position.  Qualifications  High School diploma plus two years of customer service experience are preferred. … Continued

The annual Genealogy Workshop will be held on Saturday, March 21st from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton.  Our presenter, Mark Lowe, will be discussing Cherokee Ancestors, Published Local Histories, Timelines and Manuscripts, and DNA Tests.  Presenter: Mark Lowe Mark Lowe describes himself as a lifelong genealogist. He … Continued

Valentine’s Day is coming up and whether you’re a hopeless romantic, an Anti-Valentine’s Day celebrator or something in between, we’ve got books for you!  Chick-Lit I Owe You One by Sophie KinsellaFixie Farr has always lived by her father’s motto: “Family first.” And since her dad passed away, leaving his charming housewares store in the hands … Continued

Below is a list of polling locations in Saline County: Balboa Baptist Church415 Ponce De Leon Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Centerpoint Church20383 Hwy. I-30 Benton, AR 72015 East End Baptist Church4701 East End Rd. Hensley, AR 72065 Fairplay Baptist Church8516 Fairplay Rd. Benton, AR 72015 First Baptist Church – Bryant6715 Hwy. 5 North Bryant, … Continued

Wizarding Week at the library is February 10-15th! Harry Potter fans of all ages can join us for magical activities each day during the week. See our calendar or keep reading for a full list of the spellbinding activities taking place during the second week of February at the Benton branch.  Wizarding Week will kick … Continued

We are hosting our first Bookin’ It 5K race on Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 AM! The race will begin at Bryant Middle School, loop around Mabel Boswell Memorial Library and Bryant High School, then finish back at Bryant Middle School for a total of 3.1 miles. We are hosting this 5K to begin the … Continued

Join us for our second annual Tween Harry Potter Late Night x2! Your tween can pick one night below:Friday, February 7 from 6:00-8:30 PMORSaturday, February 8 from 6:00 PM-8:30 PM Tweens ages 8-12 only! Registration is required; contracts must be submitted to either the Benton or Bryant library between Tuesday, January 21 and Saturday, February … Continued

We are so excited to welcome Bella Cusimano back to the Saline County Library as a Part-time Library Assistant in Bryant! Bella was formerly a Shelver in Benton before she headed off to college. We are so pleased that she has chosen to work with us again!   Here are a few fun facts about … Continued