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Makerspace 101

Required to use the Makerspace

Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Makerspace 101 features an orientation with our new Makerspace, the equipment we have available, and policies surrounding public use of the Makerspace. All patrons must go through Makerspace 101 before they are permitted to use the space for their own purposes. Space is limited, so reserve your spot. (Makerspace 101 will also be offered regularly. Check our Events for more information.)

 

You must have a Bentonville Public Library Card or Tech Card to use the Makerspace. 

 

Children under 18 must be accompanied by the adult who is the primary account holder for the child's library card. 

 

For questions, please reach out to our Makerspace through our Connect With Us form. 

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Bentonville Public Library
Phone: 479-271-3192
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Today's hours

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

Mon, Mar 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 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

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Tiny Art Show Registration - AGES 6-12
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then bring it back to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For children ages 6-12. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Tue, Mar 03, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Mar 03, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 03, 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, Mar 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 03, 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, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
TeensCREATE - Suncatchers
Tue, Mar 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens in 7th - 12th grade are invited to drop in anytime during this chill craft night!
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Children's Chess Club
Tue, Mar 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Open play chess for all skill levels. For kids in K - 6th grade.
Drawn Together! A Graphic Novel Only Book Club - For Kids (4-6th Grade)
Tue, Mar 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us each month as we read and discuss a different graphic novel. This month, we're talking about Almost Sunset by Wahab Algarmi. For students in grades 4-6.
Tiny Art Show Registration - AGES 6-12
Wed, Mar 04, All day
Register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then bring it back to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For children ages 6-12. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Wed, Mar 04, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Wed, Mar 04, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 04, 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, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 04, 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.
Community Chess Club - presented by BPL & Downtown Bentonville Inc.
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Haney Conference Room
DBI Community Chess Club Winter 2025-26
UnBook Club - For Teens!
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Lounge
Teens in 7th - 12th grades, drop in anytime during our monthly UnBook Club gathering!
Library Advisory Board - Monthly Meeting
Wed, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
March discussion of "Wings of Starlight" by Allison Saft
Tiny Art Show Registration - AGES 6-12
Thu, Mar 05, All day
Register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then bring it back to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For children ages 6-12. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Thu, Mar 05, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Thu, Mar 05, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Mar 05, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 05, 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.
Connected By Story: How Fiction Old & New Shapes Who We Are - w/ T.L. Simpson at NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:45am
White Auditorium
NWACC Presents Connected By Story: How Fiction Old and New Shapes Who We Are: A Keynote with YA Author T.L. Simpson
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
Tiny Art Show Registration - AGES 6-12
Fri, Mar 06, All day
Register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then bring it back to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For children ages 6-12. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Fri, Mar 06, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Fri, Mar 06, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Mar 06, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Mar 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Tiny Art Show Registration - AGES 6-12
Sat, Mar 07, All day
Register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then bring it back to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For children ages 6-12. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sat, Mar 07, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sat, Mar 07, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Ruff Ruff Read
Sat, Mar 07, 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, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Mar 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
BPL Board Game Club - in collaboration with Meeple Academy and AdventureCon
Sat, Mar 07, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Find your new favorite board game at Bentonville Public Library every first and third Saturday of the month!
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Mar 07, 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
Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Tiny Art Show Registration - AGES 6-12
Sun, Mar 08, All day
Register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then bring it back to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For children ages 6-12. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sun, Mar 08, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sun, Mar 08, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Mon, Mar 09, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Mar 09, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Navigating the Golden Years: Emergency Preparedness - Seminars for Older Adults and their Caretakers
Mon, Mar 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Haney Conference Room
How seniors can prepare for a variety of emergencies.
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Cover to Cover Book Club - For Kids
Mon, Mar 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about No Purchase Necessary by Maria Marianayagam. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.
Registration is now closed
Sit & Stitch: Embroidery for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Mar 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Tue, Mar 10, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Tue, Mar 10, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Mar 10, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 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
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 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.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Pokemon Club
Tue, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Come join us for Pokemon games, activities, and fun! For kids ages 5-14. Beginners welcome!
What We Carry: Art Reception and Panel Discussion - Community Event
Tue, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
A discussion of a people displaced, in search of belonging, in their own words.
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
March Discussion of The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
Rescheduled
What We Carry: Art Reception and Panel Discussion - Community Event
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Tuesday, March 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
A discussion of a people displaced, in search of belonging, in their own words.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Wed, Mar 11, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Wed, Mar 11, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 11, 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, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Mar 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
March discussion of When The World Was Ours by Liz Kessler
Preserving Your Garden Harvest - Farm to Home Series
Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Monthly classes that provide resources for healthy eating, support home arts, and promotes local restaurants and Bentonville Farmers Market.
This event is full
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Thu, Mar 12, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Thu, Mar 12, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Mar 12, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Coffee with an Elder Law Attorney
Thu, Mar 12, 9:30am - 10:30am
Haney Conference Room
Local attorneys Todd Whatley, CELA, and Lauren Adcock of Generations Legal Group invite you to join them for a cup of coffee and an open conversation about aging, planning, and caring for loved ones.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Sit & Stitch Club
Thu, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Adults Arts & Crafts Club
Kickstart Entrepreneurship: Youth Maker Market Intro Session - with the Scott Family Amazeum
Thu, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Rotary Conference Room
Do you want to learn how to sell things you make? Join this workshop to learn how to become a maker entrepreneur!Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Fri, Mar 13, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Fri, Mar 13, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Mar 13, 9:15am - 10:00am
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Mar 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sat, Mar 14, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sat, Mar 14, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Ruff Ruff Read
Sat, Mar 14, 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, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
SoNA Beyond: The Planets!
Sat, Mar 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Go on a planet-hopping adventure and enjoy a children’s book reading accompanied by an ensemble of SoNA musicians performing a new arrangement of “The Planets” by Gustav Holst. All ages welcome.
Craft Supply Swap - Reducing Waste with the Crafty Community
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Join your fellow artists and crafters for a craft supply swap! Purge your craft supply stash, reduce waste and clutter, and go home with some new-to-you items!
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sun, Mar 15, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sun, Mar 15, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Mon, Mar 16, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Mar 16, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Haney Conference Room
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Sit & Stitch: Sewing for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Mar 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Tue, Mar 17, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Tue, Mar 17, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Mar 17, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 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.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
ARTventures - For Kids (K - 6th Grade)
Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join Ms. Megan in exploring the works of famous author and artist Eric Carle. After learning about the artist, we'll create collage art inspired by his unique styles & techniques. For grades K - 6.
Teen Movie Night - Finding You
Tue, Mar 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Happy Saint Patrick's Day! Teens, escape to Ireland during this free screening of Finding You.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Wed, Mar 18, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 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, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 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.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Make & Mingle - Arts & Crafts for Adults
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Arts & Crafts Workshop
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Thu, Mar 19, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Mar 19, 9:15am - 10:45am
Haney Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
March Discussion of Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Next Step Business - Interactive Workshop
Thu, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Haney Conference Room
Join us for a fun, interactive workshop designed for 5th - 8th grade students.
D&D for Teens!
Thu, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
BPL Young Writers Club - Tween Time- Learn
Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Creative writers, this is your space! Come hang out with us for a 5-session course that explores a different fun aspect of creative writing each month. For students in grades 4-6.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Fri, Mar 20, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Mar 20, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sat, Mar 21, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Mar 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
BPL Board Game Club - in collaboration with Meeple Academy and AdventureCon
Sat, Mar 21, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Find your new favorite board game at Bentonville Public Library every first and third Saturday of the month!
Spring Strings - An Orchestra Quartet Performance
Sat, Mar 21, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Makers Showcase
Enjoy beautiful orchestra selections presented by a talented quartet of local high school students.
Composer Club
Sat, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Come learn about the lives and works of classical composers. This event is for all ages. No registration required.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sun, Mar 22, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sun, Mar 22, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Mon, Mar 23, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Mon, Mar 23, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Mar 23, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Teen Movie Marathon - Wicked & Wicked, For Good
Mon, Mar 23, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, kick off Spring Break with a Wicked movie marathon!
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Board Meeting
Mon, Mar 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
Sit & Stitch: Needlepoint for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Mar 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Monthly Public Meeting
Mon, Mar 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Public Meeting
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, Mar 24, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of March 30.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Tue, Mar 24, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Tue, Mar 24, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Mar 24, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 9:30am - 9:50am
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Mafia @ The Library - For Teens!
Tue, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, stop by the library to play a few rounds of Mafia!
Cancelled
Let's LEGO®!
Tue, Mar 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for an hour of free-play with Lego and Duplo blocks. For children K-6 grades.
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, Mar 25, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of March 30.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Wed, Mar 25, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Wed, Mar 25, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Cancelled
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 9:30am - 9:50am
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Self-Care Afternoon - for Teens
Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us for an afternoon of relaxation & journaling.
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, Mar 26, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of March 30.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Thu, Mar 26, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Thu, Mar 26, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Mar 26, 9:15am - 10:45am
Haney Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Cancelled
Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 9:30am - 9:45am
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Cancelled
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Murder Mystery @ The Library - for Teens!
Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, stop by the library for an afternoon of analyzing evidence to solve a (fictional) murder.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Fri, Mar 27, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Fri, Mar 27, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Mar 27, 9:15am - 10:00am
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Spring Book Sale - Hosted by the Friends of the Library
Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale!
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
TeensCREATE - presented by the Scott Family Amazeum
Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens are invited to a creative afternoon, presented by the Amazeum!
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, Mar 28, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of March 30.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sat, Mar 28, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sat, Mar 28, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Spring Book Sale - Hosted by the Friends of the Library
Sat, Mar 28, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Join us for the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale!
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Cancelled
Bookflix
Sat, Mar 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
NWA Chai Time - Presented by the Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation
Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join the Ra-Ve Cultural foundation for an afternoon of fun with Indian Board Games! All ages are welcome.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Sun, Mar 29, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Sun, Mar 29, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Mon, Mar 30, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Mar 30, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Haney Conference Room
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Tiny Art Show Registration - TEENS 13 +
Tue, Mar 31, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For teens ages 13 and up. Register
Tiny Art Show Registration - ADULTS 18 +
Tue, Mar 31, All day
Starting at 9am, register for a free canvas, paint it at home, then return it to the library to be displayed throughout the month of April! For adults 18 and up. Register
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Mar 31, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for YogaRegister
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Community Chess Club - presented by BPL & Downtown Bentonville Inc.
Wed, Apr 01, 3:45pm - 7:30pm
Haney Conference Room
DBI Community Chess Club Winter 2025-26
UnBook Club - For Teens!
Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Lounge
Teens in 7th - 12th grades, drop in anytime during our monthly UnBook Club gathering!
Library Advisory Board - Monthly Meeting
Wed, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
April discussion of "When the Bones Sing" by Ginny Myers Sain
2026 Congressional Art Competition
Thu, Apr 02, All day
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Each year House Members may honor one high school student from their districts by selecting a piece of artwork for inclusion in an exhibit at the U.S. Capitol.
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Apr 02, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Apr 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, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
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