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Meet a Firefighter!
2025-10-09 10:30:00 2025-10-09 11:30:00 America/Chicago Meet a Firefighter! Do you know what to do in the event of a fire? Come learn with books, songs, and fire safety tips from the Bentonville Fire Department! All ages welcome. Bentonville Public Library - Walmart Foundation Community Room

Thursday, October 09
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-10-09 10:30:00 2025-10-09 11:30:00 America/Chicago Meet a Firefighter! Do you know what to do in the event of a fire? Come learn with books, songs, and fire safety tips from the Bentonville Fire Department! All ages welcome. Bentonville Public Library - Walmart Foundation Community Room

Bentonville Public Library

Walmart Foundation Community Room

Do you know what to do in the event of a fire? Come learn with books, songs, and fire safety tips from the Bentonville Fire Department! All ages welcome.

Do you know what to do in the event of a fire? Come learn with books, songs, and fire safety tips from the Bentonville Fire Department! All ages welcome.

AGE GROUP: | Family/All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes |

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Bentonville Public Library
Phone: 479-271-3192
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Sep 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 12 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 14 Closed
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About the branch

Bentonville Public Library is a department of the City of Bentonville. Bentonville Public Library is located just 3 blocks south of the Downtown Square, at 405 S. Main Street in Bentonville, Arkansas. Facility amenities include adult collection, children's and teen spaces, private study rooms, event spaces, makerspace and digital lab, genealogy research center, sensory and wellness room, business centers, book club lounge, and café.

Upcoming events

Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Registration is now closed
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Registration is now closed
Family Game Day
Tue, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Drop by the library for an afternoon of board game fun. We'll have a variety of games to choose from. Pick an old favorite or discover a one! For kids in K-6th grade. No registration required.
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
September Discussion of White River Red by Becky Marietta
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Stuffie Sleepover
Wed, Sep 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Does your stuffie want to make new friends? Bring it to the library for a sleepover!
Sewing for Beginners
Wed, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Teen Volunteer & Community Engagement Fair - Welcoming Week NWA
Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Drop by and meet face to face with local leaders and nonprofit organizations, explore volunteer and internship opportunities, and find ways to make a difference in your community.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
September Discussion of What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez
This event is full
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am - 9:45am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Sep 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
ACT Boot Camp
Sat, Sep 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Grow your knowledge and test-taking confidence at this free workshop!
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Poe
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Sep 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
ARTventures
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Come explore the lives and works of famous artists. After learning about each artist, we'll engage in fun, hands-on activities inspired by their unique styles and techniques. For kids in grades K - 6.
Teen Movie & Make - Thunderbolts: The New Avengers
Tue, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, stop by the library for a creative movie night! Enjoy a free screening of Thunderbolts: The New Avengers, accompanied by a themed art activity!
Alebrijes - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adult Arts & Crafts Workshop
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Between Friends Book Club - Hosted by the Friends of the Library group
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Sewing for Beginners
Wed, Sep 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Navigating the Golden Years: Brain Health - Drums Alive! - Seminars for Older Adults and their Caretakers
Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Topic: Brain Health - Drums Alive!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 9:45am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
September Discussion of Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Tween Time: Craft - Minecraft Mini Pillows
Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Tween Time: Craft Join us for a fun and creative craft session just for tweens! All materials are provided. No experience needed- just bring your creativity! For kids in grades 4-6.
D&D for Teens!
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship - A Citizenship Information Session
Thu, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Adult Education Event
Homeschool Hub: Art Lessons
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Registration required. Join art instructor Abigail Middelman-Jeppsen for book-inspired art lessons each month. For students in kindergarten and up.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Cancelled
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Geek Con 2025 - Come get your Geek On at Geek Con!
Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Comicon with a library edge - creators, an array of geeky representation, and our new Geek Con mascot, Gadget!
Cancelled
Bookflix
Sat, Sep 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Cancelled
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for 50+
Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Adult Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, September 15 2025 at 9:00am
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Board of Directors Meeting
Mon, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Board of Directors Meeting
NWA Genealogical Society - Finding the Living: Doing Descendancy Research
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Finding the Living: Doing Descendancy Research with Speaker: Rhonda R. McClure
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Let's LEGO®!
Tue, Sep 23, 4:35pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
LEGO enthusiasts, assemble! Join us for an hour of free-play.
Welcoming Wildlife - Wildlife Habitats 101 - Food & Seed Collection
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adult Education Workshop
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 9:45am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Embroidery for Beginners
Thu, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Makerspace
Adult Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am
Bentonville Connections - presented by City of Bentonville
Thu, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Engage, Learn, and Shape the Future of Bentonville
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Sep 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Community Art Talks: Chinese Culture under Painting Brushes
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
A celebration of Chinese art and culture, including a children's art exhibition, hands-on crafts, and cultural sharing and community engagement.
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Sep 30, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
¡Lotería! - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Adult Fun & Games
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Library Advisory Board - monthly meeting
Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board monthly meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
October Discussion of The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 9:45am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
D&D for Teens!
Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Haney Conference Room,Teen Lounge
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
An Evening with Mark Archuleta - Community Event with Book Sale and Signing
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Adult Author Talks & Lectures
Homeschool Hub: Beginning Spanish
Fri, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Area
Registration required. Join Spanish teacher Samantha Binnie for fun, interactive Spanish lessons each month! No prior Spanish knowledge needed. For students in Kindergarten and up.
Registration opens Friday, September 19 2025 at 1:00pm
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Yukon
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Oct 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for 50+
Mon, Oct 06, 9:30am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Adult Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, September 29 2025 at 9:00am
Friends of the Bentonville Library meeting - Monthly meeting
Mon, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Haney Conference Room
Friends of the Bentonville Library meeting
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Haney Conference Room
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Children's Chess Club
Tue, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Open play chess for all skill levels. For kids in K - 6th grade.
BarZombies - Spooky Season Series
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Adult Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Tuesday, September 23 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Sewing for Beginners
Wed, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Wednesday, September 24 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Book Club
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
October discussion of Trespass Against Us by Leon Kemp
Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 9:45am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Meet a Firefighter!
Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Do you know what to do in the event of a fire? Come learn with books, songs, and fire safety tips from the Bentonville Fire Department! All ages welcome.
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