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Youth Debate Forum

Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.

 If you want to learn more about debate, we encourage you to sign up!  This program is designed for 5th - 8th grade students.

We will meet every other week starting October 10th at the Bentonville Public Library Teen Zone from 4-6 pm.  Click the 'Register' button to see a full list of upcoming dates. 

Students will learn how to form arguments, conduct research, and present these arguments. Youth Debate Forum is a great way to prepare for competitive High School Speech & Debate!

Contact the Directors of Youth Debate Forum with any questions: loudwomenprogramming@gmail.com 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | School-Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Education |

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Bentonville Public Library
Phone: 479-271-3192
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Mar 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 02 Closed
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About the branch

Bentonville Public Library is located just 3 blocks south of the Downtown Square, at 405 S. Main Street in Bentonville, Arkansas. Facility amenities include an engaging adult collection with private study rooms, vibrant children's and teen spaces, community meeting rooms, genealogy research center and café. 

Upcoming events

Friends of the Bentonville Library Spring Book Sale - Open to the Public
Sat, Apr 01, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Walmart Community Room,Rotary Conference Room
Open to the general public
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with Yukon
Sat, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Pop-up Museum: Animals
Sat, Apr 01, 11:00am - 2:00pm
University of Arkansas Museum (U of AM) staff will be at the Bentonville Public Library to share a selection of animal specimens from the collections, such as bats, starfish, and butterflies!
Family Storytime - with Ms. Tessa
Sat, Apr 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.
Friends of the Bentonville Library Meeting
Mon, Apr 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Friends of the Bentonville Library Monthly Meeting
Canceled
Homeschool Hub
Mon, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Each meeting will focus on a topic related to library and information skills or English Language Arts. For students in kindergarten - 12th grade. Registration requested.
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Canceled
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 04, 9:30am - 9:50am
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Toddler Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Tue, Apr 04, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. Best for ages 18 - 36 months and their caregiver.
Canceled
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Tue, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
AP April - High School Study Session
Tue, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Are you in need of study motivation for upcoming AP Exams?  Drop by BPL’s Teen Zone to knock out some of that studying!
Chess Club
Tue, Apr 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Community Room
Open play chess for all skill levels. Grades 1 - 6 welcome.
Canceled
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 05, 9:30am - 9:50am
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Toddler Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Wed, Apr 05, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. Best for ages 18 - 36 months and their caregiver.
Canceled
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Wed, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Library Advisory Board Meeting
Wed, Apr 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board Meeting
Young at Heart Adult Book Club
Wed, Apr 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McGaugh Family Literacy Area
April Discussion of The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
Attracting Beneficial Insects with Native Plants - with Eric Fuselier
Wed, Apr 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Community Room
Urban Agriculture Series: Part 2

Join us for a presentation from Eric Fuselier on how to use native plants to attract beneficial insects.Register
Bookflix at Six
Wed, Apr 05, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Area
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title, followed by a related activity! For all ages.
Canceled
Baby Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 06, 9:30am - 9:45am
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Baby Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Thu, Apr 06, 9:30am - 9:45am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. Best for ages 0 - 18 months and their caregiver.
Tummy Time Workout - for Babies
Thu, Apr 06, 9:50am - 10:30am
Walmart Community Room
A tummy time workout session designed to help babies develop whole body motor control. Registration is required.
Canceled
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Thu, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Dungeons & Dragons - for Teens!
Thu, Apr 06, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Zone,Rotary Conference Room
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!
BPL in the Community - Family Storytime at Bentonville Community Center
Fri, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.
Personal Financial Education Workshop
Sat, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Our goal is to provide knowledge on financial principles on basic concepts, college fund planning, and retirement planning.
Ruff Ruff Read - Read with and Haylee Poe
Sat, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.
Canceled
Family Storytime - with Ms. Tessa
Sat, Apr 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.
Family Storytime - Happy Birthday Bentonville!
Sat, Apr 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Area
A special birthday storytime in celebration of Bentonville's sesquicentennial. All ages welcome.
Bonjour, Amis! - French Fun with Bentonville High School
Sat, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Walmart Community Room
An afternoon of books, crafts, and fun en français! Kids of all ages welcome. No registration required.
Canceled
Homeschool Hub
Mon, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Each meeting will focus on a topic related to library and information skills or English Language Arts. For students in kindergarten - 12th grade. Registration requested.
Homeschool Hub
Mon, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rotary Conference Room,Walmart Community Room
Each meeting will focus on a topic related to library and information skills or English Language Arts. For students in kindergarten - 12th grade. Registration requested.
Cover to Cover Book Club - For Kids
Mon, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about Merci Suarez Changes Gears by Meg Medina. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.
This event is full
ACT Boot Camp
Mon, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Community Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders are invited to this 2-session ACT Boot Camp.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 11, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
AP April - High School Study Session
Tue, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Are you in need of study motivation for upcoming AP Exams?  Drop by BPL’s Teen Zone to knock out some of that studying!
Canceled
Math Mentors - for Teens!
Tue, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
7th - 12th graders - bring your math homework and stop by BPL's Teen Zone!
Around the World with BPL
Tue, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Community Room
Learn about a different country from someone who grew up there! For kids in K - 6th grade.
First Edition Adult Book Club
Tue, Apr 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McGaugh Family Literacy Area
April Discussion of The Vapors by David Hill
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 12, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Teen Book Club
Wed, Apr 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
April Discussion of Everlost by Neal Shusterman
Adult Art Workshop: Embroidery - with Rachel Ingenthron
Wed, Apr 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for an embroidery workshop lead by Rachel Ingenthron.
This event is full
Bookflix at Six
Wed, Apr 12, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Area
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title, followed by a related activity! For all ages.
Baby Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 13, 9:30am - 9:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Spring Yoga Series - with Rachel Ingenthron
Fri, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Walmart Community Room
Join us for a 30 minute yoga class for all ages and levels.
Pokémon Club
Sat, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
A space where Pokémon enthusiasts can hang out and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Please bring your own cards. For kids in 3rd grade and up. No registration required.
Family Storytime - with Ms. Tessa
Sat, Apr 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.
Rescheduled
Pokémon Club
Sat, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, April 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
A space where Pokémon enthusiasts can hang out and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Please bring your own cards. For kids in 3rd grade and up. No registration required.
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
BPL in the Community - Adult Book Club at Best Friends Pet Resource Center
Mon, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
April Discussion of Best Friends: The True Story of the World's Most Beloved Animal Sanctuary by Samantha Glen
ACT Boot Camp
Mon, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Community Room
Rising 7th - 12th graders are invited to this 2-session ACT Boot Camp.
This event is full
Books on Main Adult Book Club
Mon, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McGaugh Family Literacy Area
April Discussion of The Book of Lost Friends by Lisa Wingate
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 18, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
AP April - High School Study Session
Tue, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Are you in need of study motivation for upcoming AP Exams?  Drop by BPL’s Teen Zone to knock out some of that studying!
Origami Afternoon
Tue, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Community Room
Practice the art of origami with our volunteer instructors. All skill levels welcome! For kids in 1st - 6th grade.
An Evening with Dick Lehr - Community Event with Book Sale and Signing
Tue, Apr 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Walmart Community Room
Dick Lehr will discuss his book, Dead Reckoning.
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 19, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Between Friends - Hosted by the Friends of the Library group
Wed, Apr 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
McGaugh Family Literacy Area
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Bookflix at Six
Wed, Apr 19, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Area
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title, followed by a related activity! For all ages.
The Silent Abuse: Breaking the Chains of Emotional Abuse - with Carie Morelock
Wed, Apr 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Join us for an interactive seminar on how to identify patterns of emotional abuse and create empowering environments where everyone can flourish.
Baby Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 20, 9:30am - 9:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Book Buddies: A First Bookclub
Thu, Apr 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Community Room
Listen to a great book and share your opinions on the text, illustrations, and main ideas. April's book selection is Mary Had a Little Plan by Tammi Sauer. For grades K- 3.
Silent Book Club
Thu, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
McGaugh Family Literacy Area
Join us for an hour of quiet reading with fellow book lovers!
BPL in the Community - Sam's Club Kids Club Spring Fling
Thu, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Visit BPL's booth at the Spring Fling to sign up for a library card and browse our pop-up library!
Adult Art Workshop: Chainmaille Jewelry
Thu, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Learn to make chainmaille jewelry!
BPL in the Community - Family Storytime at Peel Mansion
Fri, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Books, songs, movement activities, and more - with a historical twist! All ages welcome.
Mock ACT Exam
Sat, Apr 22, 9:15am - 12:30pm
Walmart Community Room
7th - 12th grade students, register to take a free Mock ACT Exam!
Plant Swap
Sat, Apr 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Veranda
Calling all plant enthusiasts! Swap your plants or cuttings for something new!
Family Storytime - with Ms. Tessa
Sat, Apr 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.
Safe Driving - Presented by the Bentonville Police Department
Sat, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Walmart Community Room
The Bentonville Police Department presents this workshop featuring important topics for new drivers.
Youth Debate Forum
Mon, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone
Students are invited to learn about research, constructing arguments, and public speaking.Register
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society - Members and Public
Mon, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Rotary Conference Room
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting
The Mayor's Book Club - Book Discussion Group - In-Person Community Event
Mon, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McGaugh Family Literacy Area
Book club discussion group with Mayor Stephanie Orman.
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 25, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Christina
Tue, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
AP April - High School Study Session
Tue, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Zone
Are you in need of study motivation for upcoming AP Exams?  Drop by BPL’s Teen Zone to knock out some of that studying!
Canceled
Math Mentors - for Teens!
Tue, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
7th - 12th graders - bring your math homework and stop by BPL's Teen Zone!
Let's LEGO®!
Tue, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Community Room
Build a LEGO® model based on the monthly challenge. For kids in K - 6th grade.
Adult Chess Club - Hosted by NWA Chess Club
Tue, Apr 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Rated chess play for adults of all skill levels.
Toddler Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 26, 9:30am - 9:50am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Hannah
Wed, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
Creative Writing Club - For Teens!
Wed, Apr 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
All aspiring teen authors are invited!
This event is full
Bookflix at Six
Wed, Apr 26, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Area
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title, followed by a related activity! For all ages.
Baby Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 27, 9:30am - 9:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - with Ms. Amanda
Thu, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.
BPL In the Community - Beaver Tales and Pop-up Library at Osage Park
Fri, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Pavillion
Books, songs, movement activities, and more - with a wetlands twist! All ages welcome.
Family Storytime - with Ms. Tessa
Sat, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Children's Area
Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.
Friends of the Bentonville Library Meeting
Mon, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rotary Conference Room
Friends of the Bentonville Library Monthly Meeting
Canceled
Homeschool Hub
Mon, May 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Each meeting will focus on a topic related to library and information skills or English Language Arts. For students in kindergarten - 12th grade. Registration requested.
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