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Open Maker Hours

-Bryant Makerspace
2023-09-28 14:00:00 2023-09-28 17:00:00 America/Chicago Open Maker Hours Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace

Thursday, September 28
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-28 14:00:00 2023-09-28 17:00:00 America/Chicago Open Maker Hours Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination! Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace

Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!

Patrons can drop-in to use the equipment and supplies in the Makerspace for personal use at no cost!

Silhouette digital cutting machine
Heat press
Epoxy resin and molds
Jewelry making
Poster printer
Photo printer
Polymer clay
Knitting machine
Sewing machine
Soy candle making
Glycerin soap making
Crayons, markers, paper, scissors, glitter, glue, and more!

Children under 12-years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Patrons are limited to 2 projects per day.  If there is a waitlist, patrons are limited to 1 project.  Supplies are basic but you are free to bring your own materials to use with library equipment.  Space is limited.  First come, first serve.

AGE GROUP: | Tween | Teen | Children | All Ages | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Makerspace |

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Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Phone: 501-847-2166
Branch manager
Susan Jacobs
Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Dec 03 Closed
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About the branch

The Mabel Boswell Memorial Library is located off of Reynolds Road in Bryant. 

Upcoming events

Gann Museum 130 Year Anniversary
Sat, Dec 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Gann Museum
Come visit the Gann Museum on it's 130th Anniversary! Meet Richard McKeown, local author!
Canceled
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for a storytime for catered towards ages 3-5!
Snow Queen and Ice Princess at the Library
Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Lower Commons
Let it go....and join the Snow Queen and her sister, the Ice Princess for a winter storytime and meet and greet!
Teen D&D One-Shot Saturdays
Sat, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
Join us for a one-shot Dungeons and Dragons adventure. Each month we will tackle a new adventure. Feel free to either build your own character, or we will have pre-made characters for you to play.
This event is full
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Mon, Dec 04, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Sensory Storytime
Mon, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
This program is specifically designed for children with autism, sensory processing disorder or difficulty sitting still, but anyone is welcome. Please click on the event for more information.
Monday Afternoon Book Club - The Hunt
Mon, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Book club for adults 18+
Board Together
Mon, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come play board games and have fun with us every Monday!
Open Maker Hours - Bryant Makerspace
Tue, Dec 05, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Tue, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Campaign
Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
The adventure begins... Come start a new Dungeons and Dragons campaign with us! This is for teens that did not participate in our Spring campaign.
This event is full
Canceled
The Pencil Pack - Tween Journalism Club
Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Kids 8-12 can learn about journalism and help create content for our very own tween library newspaper.
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Tuesday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
Registration is now closed
Santa visit
Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join us at the Bryant branch for a visit with Santa!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Wed, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Canceled
Anime Club
Wed, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Each week we will watch Anime TV shows or movies while crafting, talking, and snacking. Previous Animes we've watched include Hunter x Hunter, Spy x Family, Sailor Moon, and Dragon Ball Z.
Beginner American Sign Language
Wed, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join us for beginner ASL classes every week!
Adult D&D Night- Campaign A
Wed, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Do you love playing D&D? SCL Will be hosting an adult D&D night. We will meet on the first Wednesday of every month. Registration is required.
This event is full
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Thu, Dec 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Canceled
Story Sprouts - Storytime
Thu, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join Ms. Becca for fun stories and songs every week!
Open Maker Hours - -Bryant Makerspace
Thu, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Campaign
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
If you played D&D with Ms. Chelsea in the Spring, this is the campaign for you!
This event is full
Santa Visit
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room,Lower Commons
Santa is coming to Benton! Join us for a visit with Santa, crafts and a performance from the Benton High School Chamber Choir.
Teen Programs @Bryant! - Board Games, Card Games, Scavenger Hunt; Trading Cards; etc.
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come to the Teen Area at the Bryant Branch! We will always have something fun going on after school!
Canceled
Magic: the Gathering
Thu, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
If you love D&D and are looking for a new game to play, the Saline County Library is hosting a Magic: The Gathering night on the 4th Thursday of each month at the Benton branch.
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Dec 08, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
Registration is now closed
Canceled
Preschool Art Studio
Fri, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Preschoolers can get creative at this weekly art class.
Jackbox Game Night
Fri, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Pasta J's- Benton - Party Room
We're hosting a Jackbox Game Night! Jackbox games are a fun and innovative way to have fun and play games using an online platform that still allows you to be in the same room.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for a storytime for catered towards ages 3-5!
Piece by Piece
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Piece by Piece will meet on the Second Saturday of every month to play a different board or card game.
Wreath Making
Sat, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Benton Farmers Market
Learn how to make a wire form ribbon wreath just in time for the holidays at the Benton Farmers Market. Registration is required for this event.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Mon, Dec 11, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Sensory Storytime
Mon, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
This program is specifically designed for children with autism, sensory processing disorder or difficulty sitting still, but anyone is welcome. Please click on the event for more information.
Board Together
Mon, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come play board games and have fun with us every Monday!
Benton Book Club - Benton Library Book Club
Mon, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Benton Library Book Club meets on the second Monday of the month from 5 PM to 6 PM in the Meeting Room at the Benton Library.
Open Maker Hours - Bryant Makerspace
Tue, Dec 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Tue, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Canceled
The Pencil Pack - Tween Journalism Club
Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Kids 8-12 can learn about journalism and help create content for our very own tween library newspaper.
Teen Trivia
Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come play Triva with friends
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Tuesday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
SCL Bingo
Tue, Dec 12, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
SCL Facebook Page
On the second Tuesday of every month, the Saline County Library would love for you to join us as we play our monthly game of bingo.
Piece by Piece
Wed, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Piece by Piece will meet on the Second Wednesday of every month to play a different board or card game.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Wed, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Beginner American Sign Language
Wed, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join us for beginner ASL classes every week!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Thu, Dec 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Canceled
Story Sprouts - Storytime
Thu, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join Ms. Becca for fun stories and songs every week!
Open Maker Hours - -Bryant Makerspace
Thu, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
Teen Holiday Party
Thu, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
No matter what holidays you celebrate, come celebrate with your friends and our teen librarians! With games, prizes, cookies, and more, it's guaranteed to be a good time!
Wreath Revamp - Take those garland wreaths from drab to fab!
Thu, Dec 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Those garland wreaths can be so nasty and outdated but that doesn't mean you have to toss them! Its nothing some accessories, lights, and a hot glue gun can't fix!
This event is full
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Dec 15, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
This event is full
Canceled
Preschool Art Studio
Fri, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Preschoolers can get creative at this weekly art class.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Treat your body and mind to the meditative practice of Tai Chi 
DIY Ugly Sweater Drop-in Event
Fri, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Ugly sweaters are all the rage this holiday season! Grab your plain ole sweater and stop by the Benton branch to deck it out with all sorts of holiday trinkets.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Sat, Dec 16, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Makerspace
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!
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for a storytime for catered towards ages 3-5!
Sensory Storytime
Mon, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
This program is specifically designed for children with autism, sensory processing disorder or difficulty sitting still, but anyone is welcome. Please click on the event for more information.
Gingerbread Storytime
Mon, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Come hear the story of the Gingerbread Boy and see if you are fast enough to catch him!
Board Together
Mon, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come play board games and have fun with us every Monday!
Open Maker Hours - Bryant Makerspace
Tue, Dec 19, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
Canceled
The Pencil Pack - Tween Journalism Club
Tue, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Kids 8-12 can learn about journalism and help create content for our very own tween library newspaper.
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Tuesday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
No Stress Book Club For Teens
Tue, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Read a Young Adult book and come share what you have read!!
SCL Trivia- Holiday Movies
Tue, Dec 19, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Lost Pizza
If you love Holiday Movies, you will want to join us as we play Holiday Movie Trivia at 7:30 P.M. at Lost Pizza in Bryant.
Adult Art Studio
Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Explore and create 2D and 3D art in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere
Beginner American Sign Language
Wed, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join us for beginner ASL classes every week!
Adult D&D Night- Campaign B
Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Do you love playing D&D? SCL will be hosting an adult D&D night. We will meet on the third Wednesday of every month. Registration is required for this event.
This event is full
Canceled
Story Sprouts - Storytime
Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join Ms. Becca for fun stories and songs every week!
Holiday Storytime at the Farmer's Market
Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saline County Farmer's Market
Join us at the Farmer's Market in downtown Benton for a holiday storytime!
Open Maker Hours - -Bryant Makerspace
Thu, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Drop by during Makerspace open hours and make something creative to take home with you! Whether crafting or tinkering, the possibilities are as vast as your imagination!
Teen Programs @Bryant! - Board Games, Card Games, Scavenger Hunt; Trading Cards; etc.
Thu, Dec 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come to the Teen Area at the Bryant Branch! We will always have something fun going on after school!
Canceled
Magic: the Gathering
Thu, Dec 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
If you love D&D and are looking for a new game to play, the Saline County Library is hosting a Magic: The Gathering night on the 4th Thursday of each month at the Benton branch.
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Dec 22, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
This event is full
Canceled
Preschool Art Studio
Fri, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Preschoolers can get creative at this weekly art class.
Canceled
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for a storytime for catered towards ages 3-5!
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Tuesday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
Canceled
Holiday Book Exchange Party For Teens - Holiday Book Exchange Party - Teens
Tue, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
It's the Holiday Season so let's have a Book Exchange Party! Teens 13-18. Supplies will be provided.
Teen Programs @Bryant! - Board Games, Card Games, Scavenger Hunt; Trading Cards; etc.
Tue, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come to the Teen Area at the Bryant Branch! We will always have something fun going on after school!
SCL Gameshow
Tue, Dec 26, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
SCL Facebook Page
SCL is hosting our monthly virtual gameshow! See if you can beat your friends and family and earn bragging rights.
Beginner American Sign Language
Wed, Dec 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Join us for beginner ASL classes every week!
Inklings Writer's Group - Camaraderie for Creative Writers
Wed, Dec 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Monthly recurring event geared towards local writers in all stages of the writing process 
Canceled
Here Comes the Bookmobile! - featuring a puppet show and craft
Thu, Dec 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Busy schedule? Far drive? Don't worry, we are bringing the library to YOU!
Teen Programs @Bryant! - Board Games, Card Games, Scavenger Hunt; Trading Cards; etc.
Thu, Dec 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come to the Teen Area at the Bryant Branch! We will always have something fun going on after school!
Adultish Book Club
Thu, Dec 28, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Adultish Book Club is a group of bookish people who meet monthly to discuss the latest book pick at the Saline County Library.
Canceled
Magic: the Gathering
Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
If you love D&D and are looking for a new game to play, the Saline County Library is hosting a Magic: The Gathering night on the 4th Thursday of each month at the Benton branch.
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Dec 29, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
This event is full
Canceled
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for a storytime for catered towards ages 3-5!
Noon Year's Eve
Sat, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Lower Commons
Help us ring in the new year a little bit early! This special storytime will include our favorite books of 2023, songs, dancing, and a craft.
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