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Canceled

Knife Sharpening by Hand

Basics of knife sharpening

Knife sharpening by hand is both a skill and a meditative activity. Never use a dull knife again! Our hobby-enthusiast presenter will walk participants through each step in the sharpening process. Registered participants will take home a small sharpening stone. All materials provided while supplies last. Registration required. For adults 18+.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lifestyle | Class/Workshop |

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Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Phone: 501-778-4766
Branch manager
Leigh Espey
Hours
Mon, Dec 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 14 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 15 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sat, Dec 16 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Dec 17 Closed
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About the branch

The Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library is located off Smithers Drive next to Tire Town and Showtime Graphics, behind Pasta J's.

Upcoming events

Canceled
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Mon, Dec 11, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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!
Canceled
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Tue, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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
Canceled
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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.
Canceled
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Wed, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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!
Canceled
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Thu, Dec 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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
Canceled
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Dec 15, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
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.
Canceled
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Sat, Dec 16, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Mon, Dec 18, 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 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!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Tue, Dec 19, 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
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.
Canceled
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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 Benton.
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
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Wed, Dec 20, 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 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, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Thu, Dec 21, 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 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!
Canceled
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
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!
Canceled
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!
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.
Canceled
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Dec 29, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
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.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Tue, Jan 02, 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
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
The Rising Star Players meet every Tuesday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
Canceled
Dungeon Academy - D&D Basics
Tue, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Join us afterschool on Tuesdays for an introduction to D&D to learn how the game is played, how to create characters, and more! Designed for kids that have played one session or less of D&D.
Canceled
Homeschool Hour
Wed, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Join the library on Wednesday morning for some homeschool fun! Ages 4-18 are welcome to participate in their respective groups.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Wed, Jan 03, 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!
Adult D&D Night- Campaign A
Wed, Jan 03, 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.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Thu, Jan 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!
Tummy Time Tots
Thu, Jan 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
This is a lapsit program for infants. Join us for songs, books and bonding!
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jan 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
Join Ms. Jordan every Thursday morning at 10:30 for our Preschool Storytime. This storytime is suggested for children ages 3-5.
The Card Collective
Thu, Jan 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Lower Commons
Come to the library for a great space to trade and play cards with friends for grades 4th - 7th.
Master Builders
Thu, Jan 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
Come play with legos, lincoln logs, and lots more! For grades 1-3
Teen Programs @Bryant! - Teen Area - Bryant Branch
Thu, Jan 04, 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!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Fri, Jan 05, 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
Rising Star Players- Homeschool Session
Fri, Jan 05, 10:00am - 10:50am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
The Rising Star Players meet every Friday in the Meeting room of the Benton Branch. This will be an acting class.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, Jan 06, 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!
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Mon, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 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.
Play to Learn
Mon, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
Did you know that playing is vital to your child's development? Join us to play together with a variety of fun materials. Ages 4 and under
Open Maker Hours - Bryant Makerspace
Mon, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 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!
Board Together
Mon, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come hang out and play board games with us!
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
Join Mrs. Wendy for this fun, active storytime designed just for toddlers. We will enjoy rhymes, flannel stories, songs, books, and instruments. After storytime, we will enjoy some play time together.
Open Maker Hours - Benton Makerspace
Tue, Jan 09, 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!
Rising Star Players- After School Session
Tue, Jan 09, 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.
TableTop - Teen Edition - Tabletop Board Games for Teens
Tue, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come & play some Tabletop Board Games!
Dungeon Academy - D&D Basics
Tue, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Lower Commons
Join us afterschool on Tuesdays for an introduction to D&D to learn how the game is played, how to create characters, and more! Designed for kids that have played one session or less of D&D.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Campaign
Tue, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Teen Area
Come explore the waves above and the fathoms below in these watery adventures with our teen programmer, Ms. Chelsea.
The Pencil Pack - Tween Journalism Club
Tue, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library - Makerspace
Kids 8-12 can learn about journalism and help create content for our very own tween library newspaper.
V.I.P. (Very Important People) - A Picture Book Book Club
Tue, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Storytime Room
This program is for 1st - 3rd Graders. No need to read ahead of time; we will read a picture book about a historically important person each week, and do an activity related to their life.
SCL Bingo
Tue, Jan 09, 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.
Canceled
Homeschool Hour
Wed, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library
Join the library on Wednesday morning for some homeschool fun! Ages 4-18 are welcome to participate in their respective groups.
Open Maker Hours - Bryant Makerspace
Wed, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 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!
Anime Club
Wed, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Watch a different anime with us each month and do a craft inspired by what we're watching!
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