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Archaeology in Arkansas

With State Archaeologist Dr. Melissa Zabecki
2026-07-16 15:00:00 2026-07-16 16:00:00 America/Chicago Archaeology in Arkansas Join us for a fun and fact-filled session about archaeology in Arkansas with our State Archaeologist, Melissa Zabecki! Bentonville Public Library - Rotary Conference Room

Thursday, July 16
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-16 15:00:00 2026-07-16 16:00:00 America/Chicago Archaeology in Arkansas Join us for a fun and fact-filled session about archaeology in Arkansas with our State Archaeologist, Melissa Zabecki! Bentonville Public Library - Rotary Conference Room

Bentonville Public Library

Rotary Conference Room

Join us for a fun and fact-filled session about archaeology in Arkansas with our State Archaeologist, Melissa Zabecki!

Do you think archaeologists only work in Egypt? Would you believe that our home state of Arkansas is actually rich with artefacts and archaeological history? Come and join in on a fun and fact-filled presentation about archaeology in Arkansas with our State Archaeologist, Melissa Zabecki. Dr. Zabecki will talk about current projects taking place throughout the state, what it takes to become an archaeologist (and no, a snappy nickname and a fedora are not requirements!), and have the opportunity to get some hands-on experience with a fun archaeological exercise. 

Open to kids from middle school through high school, this is sure to be a one-of-a- kind experience...don't miss it! 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | School-Age |

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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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Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 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, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Eating Healthier for You - Understanding Nutrition Facts
Tue, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Monthly classes that provide resources for healthy eating, support home arts, and promotes local restaurants, small businesses and the Bentonville Farmers Market.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
ARTventures - with Ms. Megan
Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join Ms. Megan in exploring the works of famous artist Georgia O'Keeffe. After learning about the artist, we'll create fossil art inspired by her unique styles & techniques. For grades K - 6.
This event is full
Teen Craft Club
Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Teens are invited to come craft together!
Little House on the Prairie (book) Trivia Night
Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for a family-friendly trivia night based on Laura Ingalls Wilder's book Little House on the Prairie. All ages are welcome to participate.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 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, Jun 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, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Workshop Wednesday - Creative projects for 4-6th graders
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us for 90 minutes of creativity every Wednesday this summer! A new project every week! For kids in 4th grade and above only.
Teen Genre Night - YA Mystery Edition
Wed, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Screen-Free Family Night: Plant People
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Registration required. Unplug and play at Bentonville Public Library! This week, come create your own silly grass-headed friend using simple materials. All ages welcome with adult participation.
This event is full
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Free Lunch for Kids
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
June Discussion of Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
Fossil Art - With Artist Abigail Jeppsen
Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Join art instructor Abigail Jeppsen for a book-inspired art lesson. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required.
This event is full
Left Behind - behind the documentary on dyslexia - Bentonville Film Festival's "Community Through Film" series
Thu, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Please join us for the inaugural event of our new BFF program: Stories We Share: Building Community Through Film. Register
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Teen Game Night
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join us for D&D and a variety of other tabletop / board games.
Great Bentonville Craft Off - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Thu, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
A Summer Reading Club Competition....with a twist!
True Colors Coloring Club - For Tweens and Teens
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Hey everyone! Come join us for an evening of music and coloring! Bring your favorite fancy coloring book, or choose from our selection. For ages 10 and older.
Family Movie Matinee: Hoppers
Fri, Jun 19, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Take a break from the heat to watch Pixar's Hoppers on the big screen! All ages welcome and no registration required.
Free Lunch for Kids
Fri, Jun 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Oliver
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Jun 20, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Safe Driving - Presented by the Bentonville Police Department
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
The Bentonville Police Department presents this workshop featuring important topics for new drivers.
Composer Conversations - with Ms. Amelia
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime 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, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Sit & Stitch: Needlepoint for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
TeensCREATE - Adopt a Plant
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders, come create together!
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Board Meeting
Mon, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Monthly Public Meeting
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Haney Conference Room
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Public Meeting
Screen-Free Family Night: Ruff Ruff Read with Oliver
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area
Unplug and play at Bentonville Public Library! This week, come meet and read to Oliver; a therapy dog with Love on a Leash. All ages welcome and no registration required.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 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, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Mobile Art Lab - with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Tue, Jun 23, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Porch
Enjoy a fun, family friendly art activity with the Mobile Art Lab from our friends at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art!
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Teen Movie Night - Divergent
Tue, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens are invited to revisit the world of Divergent to prepare for the newest book, The Sixth Faction, releasing in October!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 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, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Upcycled Creations - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Workshop Wednesday - Creative projects for 4-6th graders
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us for 90 minutes of creativity every Wednesday this summer! A new project every week! For kids in 4th grade and older only.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Great Bentonville Craft Off - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Makerspace
A Summer Reading Club Competition....with a twist!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Free Lunch for Kids
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Design-A-Saur - With the Scott Family Amazeum
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Roar into creativity! Use cardboard, recyclables, and loose parts to build your very own dinosaur. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration is required.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Free Lunch for Kids
Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Book and Bike Fest - by Oz Kids
Sat, Jun 27, 9:00am - 11:00am
Gathering Lawn,Main Street Veranda,Porch,Reading Courtyard,Train Station Park
Join us for the fifth year of Bike and Book Fest!
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Cancelled
Bookflix
Sat, Jun 27, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jun 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Intro to 3D Printing
Mon, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Screen-Free Family Night: Reduce, Reuse, Recylosaurus!
Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Unplug and play at Bentonville Public Library! This week, join us in making dinosaurs out of recycled materials. All ages welcome with adult particpation. No registration required.
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, Jun 30, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of July 6.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Teen Craft Club
Tue, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Teens are invited to come craft together!
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, Jul 01, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of July 6.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jul 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
UnBook Club - For Teens!
Wed, Jul 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, Jul 01, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
July discussion of "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, Jul 02, All day
The library is taking a 1 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of July 6.
Free Lunch for Kids
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
America 250 for Kids - With the Daughters of the American Revolution
Thu, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join the Lovely Purchase Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in celebrating America's 250th birthday! For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, June 18 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Game Night
Thu, Jul 02, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join us for D&D and a variety of other tabletop / board games.
Library Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Library Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Library Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Sat, Jul 04, All day
Library Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Make & Mingle 50+ - Arts & Crafts for 50+
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
TeensCREATE - Quill & Thrill: Prehistoric Card Creation
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders, come create together!
Friends of the Bentonville Library - Monthly Meeting
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Bentonville Library Monthly Meeting
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 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, Jul 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Kids in the Kitchen (K - 2nd Grade) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
When registering, you are committing to attend all 4 classes. Learn to prepare easy snacks, work safely in the kitchen, and incorporate exercise into your daily life! For kids entering K - 2nd grade
Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Cuisine (6th - 8th Grades) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
When registering, you are committing to attend all 3 classes. Learn about making healthy food choices, basic cooking skills, food safety and more! For kids entering 6th-8th grade.
Kids in the Kitchen (3rd - 5th Grade) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area
When registering, you are committing to attend all 4 classes. Learn to prepare easy snacks, work safely in the kitchen, and incorporate exercise into your daily life! For kids entering 3rd - 5th grade
Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Cuisine (9th - 12th Grades)
Tue, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
When registering, you are committing to attend all 3 classes. Learn about making healthy food choices, basic cooking skills, food safety and more! For teens entering 9th - 12th grade.
Drawn Together! A Graphic Novel Only Book Club - For Kids (4-6th Grade)
Tue, Jul 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 Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies. For students in grades 4-6.
This event is full
Teen Movie Night - Captain America: The First Avenger
Tue, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens are invited to a classic movie night in celebration of America 250!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Workshop Wednesday - Creative projects for 4-6th graders
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us for 90 minutes of creativity every Wednesday this summer! A new project every week! For kids in 4th grade and older.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Jul 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
July Discussion of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Coffee with an Elder Law Attorney
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
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, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Free Lunch for Kids
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Unearth a Story with Museum of Native American History
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Learn about the lives of Indigenous peoples through traditional stories, hands-on crafts, and replica artifacts from MONAH. Registration required. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade.
Registration opens Thursday, June 18 2026 at 9:00am
Sit & Stitch Club
Thu, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Adults Arts & Crafts Club
Animation Club
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lab,Makerspace
Club for creating animated films. For all patrons 12 and older.
Screen-Free Family Night: Sparkly Geodes
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Registration required. Unplug and play at Bentonville Public Library! This week, join us in making a geode craft. All ages welcome with adult participation.
Registration opens Thursday, June 25 2026 at 9:00am
Opera in the Ozarks Presents: Monkey See, Monkey Do
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Come experience opera at the library! Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Free Lunch for Kids
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Opera in the Ozarks Presents: Monkey See, Monkey Do
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Come experience opera at the library! Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Poe
Sat, Jul 11, 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, Jul 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Storytime with Arts One Presents
Sat, Jul 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
Join the cast of Arts One Presents' production of Anastasia for a special storytime. All ages welcome!
Great Bentonville Craft Off - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
A Summer Reading Club Competition....with a twist!
Navigating the Golden Years: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - Seminars for Older Adults and their Caretakers
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
The Alzheimer's Association discusses the 10 warning signs of Alzheimers.
Sensory Play
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Little ones are invited to explore our sensory bins filled with a variety of fun materials. For ages 2 - 5.
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
TeensCREATE - Beaded Charms
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders, come create together!
Cover to Cover Book Club - For Kids
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about The Long Way Around by Anne Nesbet. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.
This event is full
Sit & Stitch: Embroidery for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Jul 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 5:30pm
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 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, Jul 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Kids in the Kitchen (K - 2nd Grade) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Craft Room
When registering, you are committing to attend all 4 classes. Learn to prepare easy snacks, work safely in the kitchen, and incorporate exercise into your daily life! For kids entering K - 2nd grade
Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Cuisine (6th - 8th Grades) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
When registering, you are committing to attend all 3 classes. Learn about making healthy food choices, basic cooking skills, food safety and more! For kids entering 6th-8th grade.
Kids in the Kitchen (3rd - 5th Grade) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area
When registering, you are committing to attend all 4 classes. Learn to prepare easy snacks, work safely in the kitchen, and incorporate exercise into your daily life! For kids entering 3rd - 5th grade
Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am
Teen Cuisine (9th - 12th Grades)
Tue, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
When registering, you are committing to attend all 3 classes. Learn about making healthy food choices, basic cooking skills, food safety and more! For teens entering 9th - 12th grade.
Teen Craft Club
Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Teens are invited to come craft together!
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
July Discussion of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 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, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Workshop Wednesday - Creative projects for 4-6th graders
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us for 90 minutes of creativity every Wednesday this summer! A new project every week! For kids in 4th grade and older only.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Great Bentonville Craft Off - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Makerspace
A Summer Reading Club Competition....with a twist!
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Free Lunch for Kids
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Street Veranda
Aramark Student Nutrition is partnering with Bentonville Public Library and Bentonville Schools to provide free meals this summer to children 18 and younger.
All about Fossils - With NWA Gem and Mineral Society
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Registration required. Join the NWA Gem and Mineral Society for a look at the world beneath our feet! For kids entering 1st - 6th grade.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
July Discussion After Annie by Anna Quindlen
Archaeology in Arkansas - With State Archaeologist Dr. Melissa Zabecki
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for a fun and fact-filled session about archaeology in Arkansas with our State Archaeologist, Melissa Zabecki!
Teen Game Night
Thu, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join us for D&D and a variety of other tabletop / board games.
Screen-Free Family Night: Wandering Tales
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area
Unplug and play at Bentonville Public Library! This week, join us for a wandering tale. All ages welcome. No registration required.
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