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Evening at the Library

Evening at the Library

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kathy Ledford Meeting Room at Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Benbrook Library invites you to celebrate our anniversary at the Evening at the Library event Friday, May 2, 2025, from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Botanical Illustration

Botanical Illustration

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kathy Ledford Meeting Room at Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Nature and Gardening

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Nature and Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and educational botanical illustration class led by a pharmacist and experienced botanical illustrator. Gwen Genius will guide you through the art of capturing nature’s beauty on paper.

Digital Literacy

Digital Literacy Lunch & Learn - Computer Basics for Adults

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Kathy Ledford Meeting Room at Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Computer Classes

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes
Event Details:

Benbrook Public Library will host free basic digital literacy lunch workshops for the community to help close the digital divide as part a national collaboration supported by Public Library Association and AT&T.

The Writer's Journey

The Writer's Journey - Writing Class for Adults

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Kathy Ledford Meeting Room at Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Ready to unlock the writer within? Join THE WRITER'S JOURNEY! 

Magic the Gathering - Game Night

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Kathy Ledford Meeting Room at Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Games and Game NIght

Age Group:

Teen, Adults
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Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Games and Game NIght
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of spells, strategy, and socializing!

Pre-Summer Party

Pre-Summer Party

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Nature and Gardening, Other

Age Group:

Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12), Everyone
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Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12), Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Nature and Gardening, Other
Botanical Illustration

Botanical Illustration

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kathy Ledford Meeting Room at Benbrook Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Nature and Gardening

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Nature and Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and educational botanical illustration class led by a pharmacist and experienced botanical illustrator. Gwen Genius will guide you through the art of capturing nature’s beauty on paper.

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Tween Tech Hour

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween (8-12), Teen
Code Club, Computer Classes, Science and Technology
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (8-12), Teen
Program Type: Code Club, Computer Classes, Science and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we dive into the world of coding as well as other technologies!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

The Writer's Journey - Writing Class for Adults

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Workshop
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Ready to unlock the writer within? Join THE WRITER'S JOURNEY! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Baby Sign Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies (0-2)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (0-2)
Program Type: Storytime

Baby Sign Storytime

Baby Sign Storytime is designed for babies and their caregivers. Miss Haley will introduce basic sign language for your family to use to facilitate communication before your baby can speak. This program uses a basic storytime format with practical topics to support you and your baby as you both learn helpful signs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Book Babies

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies (0-2)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (0-2)
Program Type: Storytime

Book Babies

Connect with your baby by singing songs, learning new finger-plays, and listening to stories at this fun program aimed at promoting early literacy. After the fun, we invite you to hang out with other caregivers while the babies play.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Teen Crafternoon

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

May Craft: We'll be making fun shapes and characters with perler beads

Teen Crafternoon

Calling all crafty and artsy teens! During Teen Crafternoon, there will be crafts and casual conversation -- painting, beading, and everything in between. Make something for yourself or a friend during this monthly program!

Crafts vary each month. All instruction and materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Knitting & Crochet with Amy

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Knitting & Crochet Class

Have you ever wanted to learn how to knit or crochet? Learn the basics or hone your craft with Amy!

Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own, too. 

No registration required. Our fiber classes are open to all eager crafters!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Explore & Play

9:30am - 10:00am
Preschool (2-6)
Playgroups
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Playgroups

Explore & Play

Start the morning with open-ended free play to spark your child's imagination! We provide a variety of toys -- trucks, rockets, blocks of all kinds, tactile toys, pretend foods, and more. This moment of unstructured play fosters creativity, encourages children to explore the world in their own way, and allows children to socialize with their peers. Explore & Play also offers an opportunity for the adults to engage in meaningful play with their children and form connections with other caregivers. 

The doors will open at exactly 9:30 and we will begin to pick up at 10:00.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool (2-6)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Fun books, songs, and crafts based on a weekly theme. Stories and crafts are aimed at children ages 3 to 6, but all ages are welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Homeschool Story Hour

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Story Hour is a hybrid weekly storytime for children ages 7-12 as we read through classic and beloved chapter books.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Friends of the Library Meeting

2:45pm - 4:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room

Teen Book Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Book Club
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Teen Book Club is hosted on the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding holidays).

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Weather Party

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10)
Arts & Crafts, Games and Game NIght, Nature and Gardening
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games and Game NIght, Nature and Gardening
Event Details:

Kaboom! Rain or shine, join us at the Benbrook Public Library as we learn about different types of weather. From rain to snow, there will be themed games, crafts, and activities focused on how weather works.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

CLOSED - Memorial Day

All Day
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room

Explore & Play

9:30am - 10:00am
Preschool (2-6)
Playgroups
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Playgroups

Explore & Play

Start the morning with open-ended free play to spark your child's imagination! We provide a variety of toys -- trucks, rockets, blocks of all kinds, tactile toys, pretend foods, and more. This moment of unstructured play fosters creativity, encourages children to explore the world in their own way, and allows children to socialize with their peers. Explore & Play also offers an opportunity for the adults to engage in meaningful play with their children and form connections with other caregivers. 

The doors will open at exactly 9:30 and we will begin to pick up at 10:00.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool (2-6)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Fun books, songs, and crafts based on a weekly theme. Stories and crafts are aimed at children ages 3 to 6, but all ages are welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Tween Tech Hour

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween (8-12), Teen
Code Club, Computer Classes, Science and Technology
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (8-12), Teen
Program Type: Code Club, Computer Classes, Science and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we dive into the world of coding as well as other technologies!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Magic the Gathering - Game Night

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen, Adults
Games and Game NIght
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Games and Game NIght
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of spells, strategy, and socializing!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Talk and Play

9:30am - 10:15am
Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6)
Playgroups, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Playgroups, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A monthly caregiver-child communication class led by a speech-language pathologist. This class will be geared toward children ages 15 months-3 years old and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Book Babies

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies (0-2)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (0-2)
Program Type: Storytime

Book Babies

Connect with your baby by singing songs, learning new finger-plays, and listening to stories at this fun program aimed at promoting early literacy. After the fun, we invite you to hang out with other caregivers while the babies play.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Making It

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, MakerSpace
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, MakerSpace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to unleash your creativity? Join our new library program, Making It! Inspired by the hit reality TV show, this hands-on series will guide you through our MakerSpace, teaching you the ins and outs of DIY crafting.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Explore & Play

9:30am - 10:00am
Preschool (2-6)
Playgroups
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Playgroups

Explore & Play

Start the morning with open-ended free play to spark your child's imagination! We provide a variety of toys -- trucks, rockets, blocks of all kinds, tactile toys, pretend foods, and more. This moment of unstructured play fosters creativity, encourages children to explore the world in their own way, and allows children to socialize with their peers. Explore & Play also offers an opportunity for the adults to engage in meaningful play with their children and form connections with other caregivers. 

The doors will open at exactly 9:30 and we will begin to pick up at 10:00.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Preschool (2-6)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool (2-6)
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Fun books, songs, and crafts based on a weekly theme. Stories and crafts are aimed at children ages 3 to 6, but all ages are welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Homeschool Story Hour

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12)
Storytime
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Story Hour is a hybrid weekly storytime for children ages 7-12 as we read through classic and beloved chapter books.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.

Paper Quilling

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to quill! In this beginner program, you will use a quilling tool along with strips of quilling paper to create your own masterpiece! All materials are provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please contact the library and the library will honor that request.