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The Saline County Library has an opening for a Youth Services Assistant at the Benton branch.  Summary  The Youth Services Assistant is responsible for assisting patrons, providing reader’s advisory, and general maintenance of the Youth Services Department. This is a part-time position.  Qualifications  High School diploma plus two years of customer service experience are preferred. … Continued

The annual Genealogy Workshop will be held on Saturday, March 21st from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton.  Our presenter, Mark Lowe, will be discussing Cherokee Ancestors, Published Local Histories, Timelines and Manuscripts, and DNA Tests.  Presenter: Mark Lowe Mark Lowe describes himself as a lifelong genealogist. He … Continued

Valentine’s Day is coming up and whether you’re a hopeless romantic, an Anti-Valentine’s Day celebrator or something in between, we’ve got books for you!  Chick-Lit I Owe You One by Sophie KinsellaFixie Farr has always lived by her father’s motto: “Family first.” And since her dad passed away, leaving his charming housewares store in the hands … Continued

Below is a list of polling locations in Saline County: Balboa Baptist Church415 Ponce De Leon Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 Centerpoint Church20383 Hwy. I-30 Benton, AR 72015 East End Baptist Church4701 East End Rd. Hensley, AR 72065 Fairplay Baptist Church8516 Fairplay Rd. Benton, AR 72015 First Baptist Church – Bryant6715 Hwy. 5 North Bryant, … Continued

Wizarding Week at the library is February 10-15th! Harry Potter fans of all ages can join us for magical activities each day during the week. See our calendar or keep reading for a full list of the spellbinding activities taking place during the second week of February at the Benton branch.  Wizarding Week will kick … Continued

We are hosting our first Bookin’ It 5K race on Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 AM! The race will begin at Bryant Middle School, loop around Mabel Boswell Memorial Library and Bryant High School, then finish back at Bryant Middle School for a total of 3.1 miles. We are hosting this 5K to begin the … Continued

Join us for our second annual Tween Harry Potter Late Night x2! Your tween can pick one night below:Friday, February 7 from 6:00-8:30 PMORSaturday, February 8 from 6:00 PM-8:30 PM Tweens ages 8-12 only! Registration is required; contracts must be submitted to either the Benton or Bryant library between Tuesday, January 21 and Saturday, February … Continued

We are so excited to welcome Bella Cusimano back to the Saline County Library as a Part-time Library Assistant in Bryant! Bella was formerly a Shelver in Benton before she headed off to college. We are so pleased that she has chosen to work with us again!   Here are a few fun facts about … Continued

Learning Kits and Early Literacy Kits are developed by your Saline County Library Youth Services Staff to help make learning fun!  Kits may contain activity sheets, toys, games, and other props designed to engage children and encourage exploration.  Learning Kits can be used by parents, teachers, daycare workers, or other caregivers. Kits check out for … Continued

It’s time for another year-end round-up! Here were some of your favorite books, movies and more:  Adult Nonfiction: Girl, Stop Apologizing: A Shame-Free Plan for Embracing and Achieving Your Goals by Rachel HollisThe Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It by John SeymourBest Self: Be You, Only Better by Mike BayerAir Fry Every Day: 75 Recipes to Fry, … Continued