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Registration opens:
June 04th, 2026

Fossil Art

With Artist Abigail Jeppsen
2026-06-18 13:00:00 2026-06-18 14:00:00 America/Chicago Fossil Art Join art instructor Abigail Jeppsen for a book-inspired art lesson. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required. Bentonville Public Library - Children's Craft Room

Thursday, June 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-18 13:00:00 2026-06-18 14:00:00 America/Chicago Fossil Art Join art instructor Abigail Jeppsen for a book-inspired art lesson. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required. Bentonville Public Library - Children's Craft Room

Bentonville Public Library

Children's Craft Room

Join art instructor Abigail Jeppsen for a book-inspired art lesson. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required.

Join art instructor Abigail Jeppsen for an art lesson based on the book Dinosaur Lady: The Daring Discoveries of Mary Anning, the First Paleontologist.

For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required. Parents, please do not enter a library card number when registering. Instead, enter you child's name. You must register each child that will be attending.

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Bentonville Public Library
Phone: 479-271-3192
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Mon, May 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 24 Closed
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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.

Upcoming events

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Children's Storytime Break
Tue, May 19, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Yoga: May - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, May 19, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Cancelled
ARTventures - with Ms. Megan
Tue, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join Ms. Megan in exploring the works of famous artist Vincent van Gogh. After learning about the artist, we'll paint a sunflower inspired by his unique styles & techniques. For grades K - 6.
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, May 20, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Between Friends Book Club - Hosted by the Friends of the Library group
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, May 21, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Tai Chi May - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, May 21, 9:15am - 10:45am
Haney Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
May Discussion of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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: May - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, May 22, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, May 23, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, May 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, May 26, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Yoga: May - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Tue, May 26, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, May 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Cancelled
Let's LEGO®!
Tue, May 26, 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, May 27, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Upcycled Creations - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Creative Writing Club
Wed, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, May 28, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Tai Chi May - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Thu, May 28, 9:15am - 10:45am
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for Tai ChiRegister
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
If All Arkansas Read the Same Book - An Afternoon with Author Rick Atkinson
Thu, May 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
In partnership with the Arkansas Center for the Book at the Arkansas State Library and Two Friends Books.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Yoga: May - presented by Bentonville Parks & Recreation
Fri, May 29, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Join City of Bentonville Parks and Recreation for Yoga Register
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Fri, May 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, May 30, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Oliver
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Intro to Laser Engraving - Using Glowforge Pro
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Make & Mingle 50+ - Arts & Crafts for 50+
Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, May 25 2026 at 9:00am
Friends of the Bentonville Library - Monthly Meeting
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
Haney Conference Room
Friends of the Bentonville Library Monthly Meeting
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jun 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.
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, Jun 02, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jun 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.
Drawn Together! A Graphic Novel Only Book Club - For Kids (4-6th Grade)
Tue, Jun 02, 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 Lion Dancers by Cai Tse. For students in grades 4-6.
This event is full
Backyard Flavor: BBQ Rubs & Spice Blends - Farm to Home Series
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 19 2026 at 9:00am
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, Jun 03, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Make & Mingle 50+ - Arts & Crafts for 50+ at the ARC
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Evergreen Room
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop at the Adult Recreation Center (ARC)
Registration opens Wednesday, May 27 2026 at 9:00am
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
June discussion of "Peak" by Roland Smith
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, Jun 04, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Free Lunch for Kids
Thu, Jun 04, 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.
D&D for Teens!
Thu, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
Cancelled
Ventriloquist Heyden Garrett
Fri, Jun 05, All day
Come enjoy a performance by self-taught ventriloquist and 2024 Bentonville's Got Talent winner Heyden Garrett! Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Mömandpöp's Musical Make-Believe
Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
This joyful, highly interactive, family-friendly performance will have kids laughing and dancing and parents grinning. Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Free Lunch for Kids
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
Mömandpöp's Musical Make-Believe
Fri, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
This joyful, highly interactive, family-friendly performance will have kids laughing and dancing and parents grinning. Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, Jun 06, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 8.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Yukon
Sat, Jun 06, 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 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Sit & Stitch: Embroidery for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, May 25 2026 at 10:00am
Learn Your Local Area: History of Bella Vista - Navigating the Golden Years
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Get to know your local area. Learn more about the history of Bella Vista.
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jun 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.
TeensCREATE - Diamond Art
Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders, come create together
Cover to Cover Book Club - For Kids
Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about Dog Trouble by Kristin Varner. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Tue, Jun 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.
Teen Movie Night - Jurassic Park
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens are invited to kick off summer reading with the perfect throwback tie-in to our theme of 'Unearth a Story'
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
June Discussion of My Friends by Fredrik Backman
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 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.
Free Lunch for Kids
Wed, Jun 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.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Jun 10, 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 10, 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 4-6th grade only.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
June Discussion of I Hope This Doesn't Find You by Ann Liang
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 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 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 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 11, 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.
Balloon Twisting Workshop - With Marty the Balloon Man
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Master balloon artist and magician Marty Boone will teach kids easy balloon-twisting techniques. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, May 28 2026 at 9:00am
Sit & Stitch Club
Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Adults Arts & Crafts Club
Animation Club
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lab,Makerspace
Club for creating animated films. For all patrons 12 and older.
Screen-Free Family Night: Story Stroll
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area
Unplug and play at Bentonville Public Library! This week, join us for a story stroll. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Cancelled
Ventriloquist Heyden Garrett
Fri, Jun 12, All day
Come enjoy a performance by self-taught ventriloquist and 2024 Bentonville's Got Talent winner Heyden Garrett! Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic Show
Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
With the help of the Magician’s Handbook, kids will guide Tommy on an adventure where the world of dinosaurs comes alive in wacky and unexpected ways. Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Free Lunch for Kids
Fri, Jun 12, 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.
Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic Show
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
With the help of the Magician’s Handbook, kids will guide Tommy on an adventure where the world of dinosaurs comes alive in wacky and unexpected ways. Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Poe
Sat, Jun 13, 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 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Bookflix
Sat, Jun 13, 11:15am - 11:45am
Storytime Room
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.
Sit & Stitch: Sewing for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 10:00am
Tiny Dino Builders - With the Scott Family Amazeum
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Craft Room
Little paleontologists, get ready to dig, build, and explore! Using blocks and loose parts, preschoolers can create their own dinosaurs and prehistoric habitats. For ages 2-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
Free Lunch for Kids
Mon, Jun 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.
Tiny Dino Builders - With the Scott Family Amazeum
Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Little paleontologists, get ready to dig, build, and explore! Using blocks and loose parts, preschoolers can create their own dinosaurs and prehistoric habitats. For ages 2-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
TeensCREATE - Paint with Yenuli
Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders, come create together!
Cover to Cover Book Club - *Special Edition*
Mon, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
In this Special Edition of Cover to Cover, we're reading Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic "Little House on the Prairie" in anticipation of Netflix's new series at Bentonville Film Festival.
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.
Understanding Nutrition Facts - Farm to Home Series
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.
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.
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.
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Screen-Free Family Night: Grass Heads
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.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 3 2026 at 9:00am
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.
Registration opens Thursday, June 4 2026 at 9:00am
D&D for Teens!
Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
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.
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