November Giving!
This November we’re focusing on honoring and aiding those in need! Take a look at some of the charitable events the library is putting together for the amazing community within Saline County. 🍂
Mister Rogers Sweater Drive
For the entire month of November, The Saline County Library will be accepting winter clothing at all branches. Each library branch will have a donation box set up, and we’ll be accepting:
- sweaters
- vests
- cardigans
- and winter coats.
Please feel free to clean out your closet and donate some gently used clothes – just make sure they’re tidy and clean! All items collected will be donated to the Bright Futures nonprofit.
Warm Wishes
From Monday, November 3rd through the rest of winter, the library will have gently used or new:
- free hats
- scarves
- gloves
- socks
- jackets
and other winter gear available to those in need – no questions asked! Keeping you warm this winter warms our hearts. 💝 Look for the Warm Wishes Window in Benton and East End branches and the holiday tree set up in Bryant to pick up what you need.
OR, Do you have some cold weather gear that you don’t use anymore? You can donate at all branches to restock our Warm Wishes program! Please make sure your items are well loved but well cared for and neat for their new home.
Pet Adoption and Donation Drive
The Saline County library is partnering with Benton Animal Services for a Pet Adoption and Donation Drive! Come see us at the Benton branch from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 1. Everyone from pet lovers to those looking to add a new pet to their home are welcome. 🐶
➡️ Leading up to the event, we’re accepting donations of pet food, pet toys, and blankets! Stop by the Benton branch and visit the Ask Here desk to drop off your pet-related items for donation. 🐱
Battle of Businesses Food Drive
From November 3 – 16, the library is organizing a food drive. Are you a local business looking to support Saline County in the most punk rock way possible? Show your strength and pull together the most food and hygiene products! Throw down in our radical Battle of the Businesses and take home the ultimate prize suite: receiving bragging rights for the year, the Battle of the Businesses Golden Heart Belt, and shoutouts at the library through our social media, email newsletter, and signage. 💛
➡️ Up for the challenge? Ready to show just how big a heart you have? Businesses interested in participating should contact Kari Lapp at KariL@SalineCountyLibrary.org.