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Art Studio at the Library: Community Canvas
2026-08-24 17:00:00 2026-08-24 19:00:00 America/Chicago Art Studio at the Library: Community Canvas Join us for a drop-in creative experience for the whole family. All ages welcome, no registration required. Bentonville Public Library - Children's Craft Room

Monday, August 24
5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Bentonville Public Library

Children's Craft Room

Join us for a drop-in creative experience for the whole family. All ages welcome, no registration required.

Help create a collaborative work of art by adding your own unique touch to a shared canvas. Supplies are provided, and no artistic experience is necessary. Stop by anytime during the program, contribute to our community masterpiece, and enjoy creating together! All ages welcome, no registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Family/All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafts |

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Bentonville Public Library
Phone: 479-271-3192
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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Jul 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 02 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.

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Toddler Storytime
Tue, Jul 28, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
LOUDwomen Summer Institute - Leadership & Public Speaking Camp
Tue, Jul 28, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
All rising 7th - 10th grade students are welcome!Register
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Registration is now closed
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jul 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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
Intro to 3D Printing
Tue, Jul 28, 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
Kids in the Kitchen (3rd - 5th Grade) - With the Benton County Expanded Food & Nutrition Ed Program
Tue, Jul 28, 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
This event is full
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 29, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
LOUDwomen Summer Institute - Leadership & Public Speaking Camp
Wed, Jul 29, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
All rising 7th - 10th grade students are welcome!Register
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jul 29, 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 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.
Creative Writing Club
Wed, Jul 29, 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 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join us for 90 minutes of creativity every Wednesday this summer! A new project every week! For kids in 4th grade and above only.
Apply In July - with University of Arkansas
Wed, Jul 29, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Stop by BPL to meet with admissions reps and learn about the University of Arkansas application process. This event is designed specifically for the class of 2027.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 30, 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 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.
Dinosaur Discovery - With University of Arkansas Museum
Thu, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Enjoy a special story time exploring different types of fossils, bones, teeth, claws, and the Arkansas state dinosaur, Arkansaurus Fridayi. Registration required. For kids entering 1st - 6th grade.
This event is full
Paper Hug Project - Card Writing Event
Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
All are invited to write kind notes that will be shared with nursing home residents.
Intro to 3D Printing
Thu, Jul 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
Art Fight Drop-In Session
Thu, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Art Fight is an annual art trading competition where teams earn points by gifting art of their opponents' original characters. Ages 13 through Adult.
Unearthing a Story: A Musical Dino Adventure - With Aaron Fowler
Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join National Teaching Artist Aaron Fowler for a musical journey where stories come alive through singing, storytelling, and movement. Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Free Lunch for Kids
Fri, Jul 31, 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, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Yukon
Sat, Aug 01, 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, Aug 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Great Bentonville Craft Off FINALE - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Sat, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
A Summer Reading Club Competition....with a twist!
Rescheduled
Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, August 01, 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
Intro to 3D Printing
Sat, Aug 01, 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. This class provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.
This event is full
Make & Mingle 50+ - Arts & Crafts for 50+
Mon, Aug 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
TeensCREATE - Collaborative Mural
Mon, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
7th - 12th graders, make your mark on the library! Create a unique piece of art that will be added to a collage mural and displayed at BPL.
Friends of the Bentonville Library - Monthly Meeting
Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Bentonville Library Monthly Meeting
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, Aug 04, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Countdown to Kindergarten
Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Registration required. Stories and fun activities for incoming kindergarteners.
This event is full
Drawn Together! A Graphic Novel Only Book Club - For Kids (4-6th Grade)
Tue, Aug 04, 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 Dog Trouble by Kristin Varner. For students in grades 4-6.
This event is full
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, Aug 05, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Make & Mingle 50+ at the ARC - Arts & Crafts for 50+ at the ARC
Wed, Aug 05, 9:30am - 11:00am
Evergreen Room
Arts & Crafts for 50+ at the ARCRegister
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Library Advisory Board - Monthly Meeting
Wed, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board Monthly Meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
August discussion of "The Sun is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, Aug 06, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Teen Game Night
Thu, Aug 06, 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.
Ventriloquist Heyden Garrett
Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Come enjoy a performance by self-taught ventriloquist and 2024 Bentonville's Got Talent winner Heyden Garrett! Room capacity is limited. All ages welcome!
Book Club @ ARC
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
A monthly book club presented by the Bentonville Public Library held at the Bentonville Adult Recreation Center for ARC members.
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, Aug 08, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Poe
Sat, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Voter Registration - hosted by League of Women Voters
Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Visit the library and register to vote for upcoming November elections.
Storytime at the Bentonville Farmer's Market
Sat, Aug 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Join BPL staff on the Bentonville Square for a special storytime at the Farmer's Market! All ages are welcome.
An Afternoon with Jerry Pallotta - Author of the "Who Would Win" series
Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Join us for an afternoon of conversation and discovery with Jerry Pallotta, the author of the "Who Would Win" series of nonfiction books for children.
Sit & Stitch: Embroidery for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
This event is full
Vitals Screenings Pop-Up - Navigating the Golden Years
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Social Services Room
Free walk-in health vitals screenings for blood pressure, oxygen level, and heartrate.
Cover to Cover Book Club - For Kids
Mon, Aug 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about Spark by Chris Baron. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.
This event is full
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, Aug 11, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
August Discussion of The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, Aug 12, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, Aug 13, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Coffee with an Elder Law Attorney
Thu, Aug 13, 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.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Sit & Stitch Club
Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Adults Arts & Crafts Club
Animation Club
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lab,Makerspace
Club for creating animated films. For all patrons 12 and older.
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, Aug 15, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Oliver
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Sit & Stitch: Sewing for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, August 3 2026 at 10:00am
Children's Storytime Break
Tue, Aug 18, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
ARTventures - with Ms. Megan
Tue, Aug 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join Ms. Megan in exploring the works of famous artist Alma Thomas. After learning about the artist, we'll create paper mosaics inspired by her unique styles and techniques. For grades K - 6.
Cutting Machines for Beginners - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace
Introduction to cutting machines such as Cricut, Brother CutnScan and Silhouette.
Children's Storytime Break
Wed, Aug 19, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Between Friends Book Club - Hosted by the Friends of the Library group
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Make & Mingle - Arts and Crafts for Adults
Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Wednesday, August 5 2026 at 9:00am
Children's Storytime Break
Thu, Aug 20, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Thu, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
August Discussion of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
Teen Game Night
Thu, Aug 20, 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.
Children's Storytime Break
Sat, Aug 22, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of August 24.
Makerspace 101 - Required to use the Makerspace
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Voter Registration - hosted by League of Women Voters
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Visit the library and register to vote for upcoming November elections.
Composer Conversations - with Ms. Amelia
Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Come learn about the lives and works of classical composers. This event is for all ages. No registration required.
Sit & Stitch: Needlepoint for Beginners - Fiber Arts Series
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 10:00am
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Board Meeting
Mon, Aug 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
Art Studio at the Library: Community Canvas
Mon, Aug 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us for a drop-in creative experience for the whole family. All ages welcome, no registration required.
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Monthly Public Meeting
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Haney Conference Room
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Public Meeting
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Preschool Storytime
Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults Arts & Crafts Workshop
Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 2026 at 1:00pm
Baby Storytime
Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.
Baby Storytime
Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
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