Shining a Light to Those in Need

“Let your light shine so brightly that others can see their way out of the dark”- Katrina Mayer. For one Saline County family, this quote rings true. Lauren Lisowe and her daughter, Amelia, started a non-profit called Lisowe’s Lights. Lisowe’s Light’s main mission is to provide items of comfort to children in the foster care … Continued

SCL in Talks to Regionalize with GCL

The Saline County Library and Garland County Library are in the process of developing a regionalization plan that would allow both libraries to join forces for the improvement of services, events, and materials. Our Director, Patty Hector, and Garland County Library Director, Adam Webb, have worked alongside one another for several years. In recent months, … Continued

Bees, Bees, Bees!

The Saline County Library has exciting news- We now have bees! Bees are considered one of the most important pollinators on the planet, but unfortunately, their numbers have been declining in recent years. Jeff Rosinbaum owns and will care for the hive located at the Benton branch. Our hive is located outside the children’s area … Continued

Saline County Library Community Impact Award

Has a library staff member made a difference in your life or gone above and beyond to serve you or your family? The Community Impact Award invites Saline County residents like you to recognize the accomplishments or selflessness of a Saline County Library staff member. The winner will be awarded the Community Impact Award at … Continued

Ms. Becca’s Go-To Adventure Spots

Looking for something fun (and free!) to do this summer? Here are a few of Ms. Becca’s favorite go-to adventure spots! Kingfisher Trail at Pinnacle Mountain State Park has a playground, picnic tables, and a shaded paved walking path perfect for strollers and bikes. See Cyprus knees and explore the wildlife that lives in and … Continued

Where do you want to see your discounts?

Summer is almost over and we are excited because that means Library Card Sign-Up Month is just around the corner! This is the library’s 7th year celebrating the national holiday and we want to do things bigger and better! 2018’s campaign received the most prestigious library award, the John Cotton Dana Award, which is only awarded … Continued

Spray Dye Towels

Even though summer is starting to wind down, there is still plenty of time to work on some awesome summer crafts. Here is a project that is affordable, easy, and fun. Here is all you need to know to complete your own personalized tie-dye beach towel: Materials: White beach-sized towel Duct tape Spray bottles Spray … Continued

Shows to Fill the Stranger Things Gap

The long-awaited final two episodes of season four of Stranger Things have now aired and, let’s be honest, we’ve all already finished it. Until season five comes out next year (or the next), here are some shows to pique your interest: Dark Where to watch: Netflix Description: A family saga with a supernatural twist, set … Continued

Saline County Library Wins PR Xchange Award

The Saline County Library is one of 24 libraries in North America to win the 2022 digital PR Xchange Award. Each of the 24 libraries were recognized at the 2022 PR Xchange event hosted at the American Library Association’s annual conference in Washington D.C. on June 26th. Marketing Coordinator, Jordan Reynolds, and Library Manager, Leigh … Continued