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Intro to 2D Animation
2026-04-23 18:00:00 2026-04-23 19:00:00 America/Chicago Intro to 2D Animation Bring your art to life in the Intro to 2D Animation class! Learn how animation was done before computers and utilize animation techniques still used today. Bentonville Public Library - Makerspace

Thursday, April 23
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-23 18:00:00 2026-04-23 19:00:00 America/Chicago Intro to 2D Animation Bring your art to life in the Intro to 2D Animation class! Learn how animation was done before computers and utilize animation techniques still used today. Bentonville Public Library - Makerspace

Bring your art to life in the Intro to 2D Animation class! Learn how animation was done before computers and utilize animation techniques still used today.

Toon it up in the Intro to 2D Animation class! We'll guide you on how to make drawings move with just some paper and a pen. All you need to bring is your imagination! Learn how animation was done before computers and utilize animation techniques still used today. For adults and ages 12+

(Can't make it? Want to learn more? Join our monthly Animation Club! Meets 2nd Thursdays from 6-7pm, ages 12+, in the Makerspace.)

AGE GROUP: | Teens | School-Age | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Education | Arts & Crafts |

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Phone: 479-271-3192
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Fri, Mar 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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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.

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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.
Cancelled
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Cancelled
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Tween Movie & Make: Sketch! - Tween Time- Gather
Wed, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Get together for some Spring Break fun! We'll watch the movie "Sketch" (PG) while sketching some art of our own!
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.
This event is full
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!
Cancelled
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
Rotary Conference Room
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.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Tahoe
Sat, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Cancelled
Bookflix
Sat, Mar 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Family Storytime - with Special Guests
Sat, Mar 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Stop by the library for a themed musical storytime with special guests from the Bentonville Schools Theater Department.
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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 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, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Apr 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.
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
Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 9:50am
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, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 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, 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!
AP Study Sesh
Thu, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Stop by and study for your upcoming AP exams!
2026 Congressional Art Competition
Fri, Apr 03, 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.
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Apr 03, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
2026 Congressional Art Competition
Sat, Apr 04, 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.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Yukon
Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Family Storytime - with Special Guests
Sat, Apr 04, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room
Stop by the library for a themed musical storytime with special guests from the Bentonville Schools Theater Department.
BPL Board Game Club - in collaboration with Meeple Academy and AdventureCon
Sat, Apr 04, 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!
2026 Congressional Art Competition
Mon, Apr 06, 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.
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Apr 06, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Make & Mingle 50+ - Arts & Crafts for 50+
Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, March 30 2026 at 9:00am
Friends of the Bentonville Library - Monthly Meeting
Mon, Apr 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Haney Conference Room
Friends of the Bentonville Library Monthly Meeting
2026 Congressional Art Competition
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Apr 07, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 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, Apr 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.
TeensCREATE - Tiny Art
Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens in 7th - 12th grade are invited to drop in anytime during this chill craft night!
Children's Chess Club
Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Haney Conference Room
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, Apr 07, 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 The Vanishing of Lake Peigneur by Allan Wolf For students in grades 4-6.
2026 Congressional Art Competition
Wed, Apr 08, 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.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 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, Apr 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.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
April discussion of Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Apr 09, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 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.
Sit & Stitch Club
Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Adults Arts & Crafts Club
Animation Club
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lab,Makerspace
Club for creating animated films. For all patrons 12 and older.
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Apr 10, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with [dog name]
Sat, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Bookflix
Sat, Apr 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Apr 13, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Sit & Stitch: Embroidery for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Apr 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, March 30 2026 at 10:00am
Sensory Play
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area,Children's Craft Room
Little ones are invited to explore our sensory bins filled with a variety of fun materials. For ages 2 - 5.
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Haney Conference Room
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Cover to Cover Book Club - For Kids
Mon, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about The Enigma Girls by Candace Fleming. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Apr 14, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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.
Pokemon Club
Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Come join us for Pokemon games, activities, and fun! For kids ages 5-14. Beginners welcome!
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
April Discussion of Circus of Wonders by Elizabeth Macneal
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Apr 15, 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.
Learn Your Local Area: Hobbs State Park - Navigating the Golden Years
Wed, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Get to know your local area. Learn more about Arkansas' largest state park, Hobbs State Park.
Book Tasting - Featuring stories by Dan Santat
Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Craft Room,Storytime Room
Join us for a deliciously fun Book Tasting featuring stories by Dan Santat! Kids of all ages welcome.
Teen Genre Night - YA Mystery Edition
Wed, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teen readers, drop in for the another event in our new series of themed genre nights - inspired by your favorite YA books!
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Apr 16, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Princess & the Pea Storytime - With NWA Ballet Theatre
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join professional dancers from the NWA Ballet Theatre for a magical storytime experience! All ages welcome. No registration required, but space is limited. 
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 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.
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Thu, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
April Discussion of The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
D&D for Teens!
Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
AP Study Sesh
Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Stop by and study for your upcoming AP exams!
BPL Young Writers Club - Tween Time- Learn
Thu, Apr 16, 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.
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, Apr 17, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Click Smart - Staying Safe in the Digital World
Fri, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Confidently navigate today’s digital landscape while protecting your personal information from scammers and hackers
Homeschool Hub: Art Lessons
Fri, Apr 17, 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.
Registration opens Friday, April 3 2026 at 9:00am
An Evening with Dan Santat - Community Event with Book Sale and Signing
Fri, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join us for a fun-filled evening with Dan Santat, author and illustrator of the new graphic novel series Sashimi, in conversation with KUAF's Matthew Moore.
French Fun Day
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join BHS French Honors students for a morning of fun en français! All ages welcome. No registration required.
Cancelled
Bookflix
Sat, Apr 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
BPL Board Game Club - in collaboration with Meeple Academy and AdventureCon
Sat, Apr 18, 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!
Yogalates - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Mon, Apr 20, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yogalates, a Pilates-Yoga hybridRegister
Sit & Stitch: Sewing for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 10:00am
Yoga - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, Apr 21, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 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.
ARTventures - with Ms. Megan
Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join Ms. Megan in exploring the works of famous artist Andy Warhol. After learning about the artist, we'll create pop art prints inspired by his unique styles and techniques. For grades K - 6.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
FREE Legal Clinic - sponsored by Legal Aid of Arkansas
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meet with attorneys for free to create simple wills, powers of attorney, living wills, beneficiary deeds, and advanced directives.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Apr 22, 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.
Upcycled Creations - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Tai Chi - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, Apr 23, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 23, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Thu, Apr 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.
Next Step Business - Interactive Workshop
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Haney Conference Room
Join us for a fun, interactive workshop designed for 5th - 8th grade students.
AP Study Sesh
Thu, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Stop by and study for your upcoming AP exams!
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Bentonville Connections - presented by City of Bentonville
Thu, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Engage, Learn, and Shape the Future of Bentonville
Intro to 2D Animation
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your art to life in the Intro to 2D Animation class! Learn how animation was done before computers and utilize animation techniques still used today.
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