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May 2026 Newsletter
 
Step into the spotlight with Oliver! Jr. and get a first look at a summer packed with free family fun, creative events, and exciting prizes. From movie nights and kickoff parties to hands-on workshops, there’s something waiting for everyone. Save your spot and see what’s coming next!
RISING STARS
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The Rising Stars presents: Oliver! Jr
We're headed to the streets of London in this musical romp! Don't miss out on Rising Stars latest play, performed by our talented cast of homeschooled children.
 
Attending the play is free, however if you can please donate food and hygiene items to our community pantry.
Registration is strongly encouraged!
Saturday, May 23
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Bryant High School - Love Auditorium
All Ages
Save your seat and register now!
UNEARTH A NEW STORY THIS SUMMER!
Coming in June... Our Summer Reading Challenge!
Prizes for reading? Check. Free programs for all ages? Check. Some awesome kickoff events this May before the fun ramps up in June and July. CHECK!
Movie in the Park:
Family Fun Fest!
We're kicking off summer reading with LOTS of fun - a fun fest with bounce houses, hot dogs and chips, a patriotic wagon/bike/stroller parade, and a screening of "Night at the Museum!"
Saturday, May 16
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Mills Park
All Ages
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Summer Reading Kickoff Party!
Come join our Bryant location for a Dino-Mite Party! We will be having watercolor painting, face painting, games, and cold treats! 
Saturday, May 30
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bryant
All Ages
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CREATE SOMETHING GREAT!
Starting a Small Business in Arkansas
This highly practical, resource-rich session will guide you through each step of the startup process, from idea to opening.
Thursday, May 21
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Benton
Ages 18+
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Icecream & Art Night
Drop by anytime between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to try out your art skills with supplies provided by the library, and try out the special Summer Reading Challenge flavor at Loblolly!

*Patrons are responsible for purchase of their ice cream.
Sunday, May 31
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Loblolly, Benton
All Ages
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UPCOMING CLOSURES
Sorry, we're closed
Upcoming Closure: Memorial Day
All library branches of the Saline County Library will be closed all day on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. 
 
All branches will reopen at regular hours on Tuesday, May 26 at 9:00 AM.
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Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library | 1800 Smithers Drive, Benton AR 72015 | (501) 778-4766
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library | 201 Prickett Road Bryant, AR 72022 | (501) 847-2166