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April 2025 Newsletter
IT'S GONNA BE AN EXTRAVAGANZA!
National Library Week 2025
Join in on the fun in awesome events everyday!
Libraries are AWESOME! And as part of National Library week we want to give back to the amazing communities that keep our libraries thriving. Starting Monday, of National Library Week (April 6th - 12th) we will have awesome events out in the community!
 
So, what are you waiting for?! Explore awesome events, and jump into the fun! 🤩
Learn and join the fun!
YOU (YES YOU) ARE INVITED!
Happy Birthday East End
Birthday Wish List
Go Shawty, It's Our Birthday...!
🎉The newly opened East End library branch is turning 1 year old on April 1st!!! 🎉
 
We are so proud of our youngest library branch, and can't wait to throw an awesome party to celebrate with you. Drop by the East End branch from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM to join the festivities!
 
🎁 Aw shucks. We don't need a gift, but if you really want to bring something, we'd be over the moon if you helped keep our Community Pantry stocked! ❤️Take a look at our birthday wish list for more info on non perishable food items and hygiene products we can accept.
Read more about Our First Year!
WIN AN AWESOME PUZZLE TABLE WITH DRAWERS!
Puzzle Competition
Come test your jigsaw puzzle solving skills! Each team of 4 will be given a 500 piece puzzle to solve. The first to complete the puzzle wins! 
 
➡️ There's a GRAND PRIZE for the first place winner! Make sure to register you and your team for your chance to take home a puzzle table with drawers!
 
Saturday, April 5
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bryant Meeting Room
Ages 13+
Registration Required
REGISTER NOW
OH I JUST CAN'T WAIT... TO SEE LION KING!
The Rising Stars of Saline County are putting on a showstopping performance to remember! This year, our talented cast is acting (and singing) the beloved musical The Lion King, Jr! Make sure to stay tuned here on our newsletters and on social media as showtime gets closer!
COMING SOON, THIS MAY!
JUMP IN ON THE FUN!
Wool Felting Makerspace Adult Showcase
Wool Felting - Makerspace Adult Showcase
Explore the tools in our Makerspace at our Makerspace Adult Showcase. Join us for a guided project that you can bring home with you!
 
For this month's project, we will learn how to make adorable fuzzy key chains through wool felting.
 
Saturday, April 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bryant Makerspace
Ages 18+
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Wednesday, April 23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bryant Makerspace
Ages 18+
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Spy Camp
Attention: Agents needed!
 
Enroll in Spy Camp today to become a spy-in-training.
 
We’ll teach you all the necessary spy skills: agility, interrogation, targeting, code breaking, concentration, composure, and (most importantly) the art of disguise. 

 

Saturday, April 26

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bryant Meeting Room

Ages 8 - 12

REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Minecraft Mania Night
In celebration of the Minecraft movie that comes out earlier in April, come to the library for in-person Minecraft Mania. Dig into cubic crafts, go into explorer mode with a scavenger hunt, and chomp into some square treats. There will be no video games played at this event because we'll be having too much fun with real life Minecraft Mania!
 
Thursday, April 10
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Benton
2nd - 7th Grade
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This Book Club is My Alibi
Bunny Tales

Bounce into spring with this bunny storytime! Hop on by and hear some stories all about bunnies!

 

Friday, April 11

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Benton
Ages 5 and under
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GIVE A LITTLE, LEARN A LITTLE!
Glowforge Certification Class
Curious about laser engraving? Join us for a hands-on class where you’ll learn how to use the Makerspace’s Glowforge, a powerful laser cutter and engraver that can create stunning designs on wood, acrylic, leather, and more!
 
Thursday, April 17
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Benton
Ages 18+
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This Book Club is My Alibi
Community Blood Drive

Donate blood and save a life with Our Blood Institute!

 

Saturday, April 26

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Bryant
Ages 18+
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APRIL SPOTLIGHT: CHILTONLIBRARY!
Chilton Library: Prepare for the Road Ahead
ChiltonLibrary provides access to OEM repair, maintenance, and service information for popular cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. Its clean interface and intuitive navigation make finding mechanical repair information easy. In addition, the automotive knowledge base contains:
 
Body and collision information with comprehensive specifications and instructions
🚨 Recalls and service bulletins
🚗Vehicle identification number (VIN) real-time lookup through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to discover original equipment and unrepaired safety recalls
🚘Labor times to help estimate repair costs
🚔Preparation for ASE mechanic certification with test prep quizzes
 
Whether it’s learning the automaker recommendations for keeping your wheels shining or something more detailed, ChiltonLibrary is free through Saline County Library and there when you need it. Access from any device online!
Explore our Chilton Library resources!
THE GANN MUSEUM REOPENS!
Chilton Library: Prepare for the Road Ahead
The Gann Returns!
After a quiet winter, the Gann Museum is REOPENING! The museum will continue at its regular hours, starting this week on Thursday, March 27th:
 
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Sunday: CLOSED
 
Be sure to stop by and check out the latest exhibit in the museum, "How Bauxite Built a Town"!
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JOIN THE FUN... WITH A BOOK CLUB!
Adultish Book Club
The Adultish Book Club will be discussing the "Dancehall Rebel." We'll also be speaking with the author, Stacey Robinson, on Zoom!
 
Saturday, March 29
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Benton
Ages 18+
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This Book Club is My Alibi
This Book Club is My Alibi

Avid readers and amateur detectives gather to discuss this month’s selected cozy mystery title.​ This month we're reading "How the Murder Crumbles" by Debra Sennefelder.

 

Saturday, March 29

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Bryant

Ages 18+
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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!
 
Adobe Illustrator CC Classroom in a Box
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
Slewfoot: A tale of Bewitchery
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UPCOMING CLOSURE
Sorry, we're closed
Upcoming Closure: Staff Development

All branches of the Saline County Library will be closed all day 
on Thursday, April 3rd and Friday, April 4th

Our branches will reopen at our regular hours: 
⭕Benton & Bryant branches will reopen: Saturday, April 5th @ 9:00 AM
⭕the Gann Museum will reopen: Saturday, April 5th @ 9:00 AM
⭕the East End branch will reopen: Monday, April 7th @ 10:00 AM

Upcoming Closure: Good Friday

All branches of the Saline County Library will be closed all day 
on Friday, April 18th.

Our branches will reopen at our regular hours: 
⭕Benton & Bryant branches will reopen: Saturday, April 19th @ 9:00 AM
⭕the East End branch will reopen: Monday, April 21st @ 10:00 AM

View Our Calendar for more Upcoming Closures

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