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January 2026 Newsletter
LOOKING BACK ON 2025
Battle of the Businesses
Doubled our Donations!
This year, our Battle of the Businesses charity drive was a stunning victory! But who was the winner?
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SCLEEB Thrives!
The East End branch just keeps growing... with new surprises in 2025 for the community!
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Our Summer Reading Challenge was awesome!!!
Last Summer was Colorful!
Our Summer Reading Challenge was packed with fun events and new visitors to the library!
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Saline County Library Wrapped 2025
SCL Wrapped
The library system has it's own recap... what do you think the most checked out book was this year?
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THE WINTER CHALLENGE IS HERE!
Winter Challenge: Kick off the new year with fun, creativity, and prizes!
New year... new Winter Challenge! ❄️ From January 1 - February 28, 2026 all three library branches are sending out a new challenge to everyone this winter: Read, Write, and Watch as much as you can, in all kind of new ways!
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LET'S TACKLE THOSE NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS!
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Join a new Club
The library has some amazing book clubs... and regular groups that meet to make crafts, practice music, and more! So pick a group, and make some awesome friends along the way in 2026.
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Jump into a new Career
If this year spells change for you, then the library is here to help you reach your next challenge. By using Brainfuse, available with your library card, you can perfect your resume, get interview coaching, and more.
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Learn a New Language
This is the year to become fluent in your chosen language... and it's never been easier than with Pronunciator, a free language learning tool available from the library!
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Start a Mindful
Yoga Practice
Yoga has been proven to have many benefits - it relaxes your mind and body, helps build strenth and flexibility, and if you stretch with a partner it can help you feel closer together. Check out a yoga kit or other fitness kit from our Library of Things and start meeting your excercise goals!
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CHECK OUT OUR NEW PROGRAMS!
Storytime Tails with the Library Mice
Storytime Tails with the Library Mice
Do you know the library has pet mice? Come meet them in our new storytime with Ms. Dana, happening every Monday at the Benton branch! 
Mondays
10:30 AM
Benton
Ages 2 - 5
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K-Pop Shop
KPOP Shop
K-Pop fans! Join us for fan meetups of your favorite groups. We'll have DIY merch, trivia, games, and more! Each week features a new K-Pop band.
Thursdays
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Bryant
Ages 13 - 18
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Famiy Craft Night: Winter Slime
Family Craft Night:
Winter Slime
Slide into the library for a frosty slime adventure! Join us for a night of mixing, squishing, and creating winter-themed slime that shimmers like fresh snowfall. All supplies provided—just bring your cozy, creative vibes!
Wednesday, January 7
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Benton
All Ages
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Puzzle Tournament
Puzzle Tournament
Create a team and puzzle for the win! The winning team will take home a brand new puzzle from the library (and bragging rights) as their prize!
Saturday, January 10
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Benton
All Age
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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LEARN SOMETHING NEW AT THE LIBRARY!
Smartphone Smarts
Smartphone Smarts
Do you and your family need a break from your tech? Join us for tools and tips to ditch the screens!
Tuesday, January 27
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bryant
Ages 18+
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Glowforge Certification Class
Glowforge Certification Class
Discover the power of the Glowforge laser cutter engraver at the library! After completing this course, you will be certified to use the Makerspace's Glowforge for your personal projects.
Thursday, January 22
1:00 PM  2:15 PM
Benton
Ages 18+
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Intro to Canva
Intro to Canva: Design Basics for Beginners
Ready to level up your creativity? Join us for a fun introduction to Canva! We'll cover the basics of this easy to use design tool so you can make eye-catching flyers, invitations, social posts, and more. Bring your imagination - we'll supply the inspiration!
Thursday, January 29
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Benton
Ages 18+
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Udemy
You can learn just about anything with your library card + Udemy!
Arkansas State Police
Study for your driver's permit and take a practice test!
Newsbank Inc
Your library card = your ticket to trustworthy news sources!
WOW... IT'S WOWBRARY!
You can get weekly alerts about our latest book, movie, and music additions through Wowbrary! All you have to do is sign up, and then you have access to new additions of your favorite genres!
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UPCOMING CLOSURES
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Upcoming Closure: Winter Holidays
All branches of the Saline County Library and the Gann Museum will be closed Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25. 
 
All locations will reopen at regular hours on Friday, December 26th at 9:00 AM.
Upcoming Closure: New Year's Eve
All branches of the Saline County Library will close early at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, December 31. Branches will remain closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
 
All branches will reopen at regular hours on Friday, January 2 at 9:00 AM.
Upcoming Closure: MLK Jr. Day
All branches of the Saline County Library will be closed all day on 
Monday, January 19, 2026.
 
All branches will reopen at regular hours on Tuesday, January 20 at 9:00 AM.
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