Gentle exercise and movement for all ages and ability levels

Create your very own masterpiece! We will walk you through it step by step.

No experience necessary!

All materials will be provided. 

Space is limited to 8 participants.

Must be 18 years old or older to attend.

Join Abigail McCallister, Associate Extension Agent from the LSUAg Center, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a delicious and budget-friendly charcuterie board!

Come join us for “java and sidearms” (coffee and the fixings) on the second Tuesday of every month. Learn or discuss something new about the Second World War in a friendly and informal environment.

Bring your little ones along for an interactive session of stories, songs, movement, rhymes, activities, or crafts!

Family Story Time is held on the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

This summer we are trying something a little different. Every Wednesday between 10 and Noon you can pick a storybook and choose a member of staff to read it to you. Come and enjoy some old classics, or discover a new favorite adventure.

Enjoy a fun-filled day of building, creating and problem-solving with STEAM activities as a family! 

You will help prepare simple delicious treats and sample the finished product. 

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Come join the fun!! Saturday Sprouts Storytime is the place to be on the 2nd Saturday of the month! Enjoy music, movement, and more! Storytime and crafts!! Don't miss out!!

Come and color a mug for Dad, or someone special. Just in time for Father's Day. *while supplies last*

Join us and create a diamond masterpiece. 

A Magical Day at the Library with Mitch is a 45-minute fun, fast-paced, interactive magic show that is squeaky-clean and sure to please every age!

10 Rounds. Join in on the fun to win prizes.

For adults only. Registration is not required. 

Join us as Team A and Team B go head to head in the Bean Bag Baseball Match!

Refreshments will be served. 

Adults only. Registration is required. Call 318-949-2665 to reserve your spot today!

Lucy is a registered therapy dog that children can come and read to with no judgment. She is at our library every 2nd Saturday of the month at 11:00.

Join us for a virtual class on How to Draw with graphic novel author and illustrator, Hope Larson. This program is for all ages but would best suit a teen and tween audience. Drawing materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!

Visit the library every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30 P.M. inside the East 80 Meeting room, for our Discovery Play program!

A Magical Day at the Library with Mitch is a 45-minute fun, fast-paced, interactive magic show that is squeaky-clean and sure to please every age!

Come and make this delightful suncatcher. How many colors will you use in yours? With grateful thanks to Country Village Florist on Hwy 80 for donating the flowers for this activity. *while supplies last*

A Magical Day at the Library with Mitch is a 45-minute fun, fast-paced, interactive magic show that is squeaky-clean and sure to please every age!

Come join us for our adult painting and crafting class!  We love to have a relaxing, fun time where you can express your creativity or just paint the stress away. Supplies are provided, but you're more than welcome to bring your own.

Adults are invited to join our craft classes in the Central Library's Makerspace on the second Thursday of every month at 2pm.. All supplies are provided and all skill levels are welcome.

Stop by and get ready for Summer in style. Bling up your own sunglasses. Sure to put a little extra sparkle in your Summer!

Participate in an amazing program to increase your children's reading skills and confidence or decrease stress by signing up for a 20-minute reading session with a shelter cat. 

All ages are welcome.  Registration is required.

Join us for a variety of video games! You can try something new, or show off your skills at a game you know well.

Just Dance party!

What will you create today?

Benton's Teen DND game day!

Beginner friendly group of fun teens who share a love for DND.

Session will start at 4:00pm and will end between 5:30-6:00pm.

Parents be ready to pick up your teens no later than 6!

Come join us and learn how to create your own special project. Bring a friend

Whether a beginner or an expert, you're welcome to join our Crochet Club. If you're looking to try a new hobby or just hang out with friends while making cool creations, this might just be the club for you!