News & Events
Touch-a-Truck Summer Reading Kick-Off
Summer Reading Kick-Off on Friday, May 24 from 10 to 11 with a Touch-A-Truck hour. Patrons of all ages may pick up reading logs, sign-up for door prizes, and see some vehicles up close. Vehicles and operators from Salem Township and City of Salem will be on hand for the hour.
Bicycle Safety Class
The Salem Police Department, with the assistance of School Resource Officer Mason McMeen, will present a Bicycle Safety Class at Bryan-Bennett Library, 315 S. Maple Ave. on Saturday, June 1, from 10:30 to 11:30. The program is open to all ages. All participants are invited to bring their bicycles and ride through a safety course. After the class, attendees may assemble a first aid kit to carry with them on rides. Reservations are requested by calling the main desk or using Facebook messenger and leaving the name and contact number of the participant.Leather Apron Club
The club will meet on June 6 for discussion and activities from 10:30 to 11:30.
This book club for readers in Kindergarten through fourth grades and their caregivers was inspired by the book "The Leather Apron Club: Benjamin Franklin, His Son Billy & America's First Circulating Library". During the hour, children and caregivers will have the opportunity to participate in an activity related to the books of the author of the month. There will be a read aloud of a book or parts of it and discussion and sharing time inspired by the Read Aloud Revival created by Sarah Mackenzie. Children will leave with a brown bag of cookies and a reading challenge for the next month.
Lego and Locos
Lego and Locos returns for one hour right after the LAC meeting on June 6 from 11:30 to 12:30 in the Davenport Room. Those who participate may register for a LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Space Shuttle giveaway at the end of the hour.
Chess Tournament
Another friendly chess tournament will be held on June 20 from 5 to 6:30. Registration is required by calling or visiting the circulation desk. A minimum of sixteen participants is required. No age limits or fee to participate in either the chess tournament or the monthly chess practices.
Wet and Wild Water Adventure
The Wet and Wild Water Adventure brings the fun of a water park and the excitement of a game show to Bryan-Bennett Library on July 2 at 10:30.
Kids interact in game show type activities where EVERYONE comes out a Winner! If members of the audience choose not to get wet, there will be an area available where they will stay mostly dry. But, if you're in the "soak zone," you will get WET!
Participants will receive one free (dry) T-shirt while they last. Shirts were donated by Keep Salem Beautiful (KSB).
Planetarium Experience @ Bryan-Bennett...
will return for one day only this summer on Tuesday, July 16 from 10:30 to 6:30. Sessions will begin every half hour. No reservations are required but to avoid a wait call ahead to reserve space at a particular time.
Schools and groups may still contact Director Keller for special showings.
Mad Science
Mad Science of St. Louis will present “Adventure Begins at Your Library: Up Up and Away” on July 18 at 1. No fee or registration.
Go on an adventure at your library with Mad Science! Through exciting and interactive demonstrations, Mad Science will use physics and chemistry to show children the power of science! Adventure through science with a special hot air balloon and a hovercraft. Discover the power and strength of air as we travel on our journey through science.
This program was funded in part by the Friends of Bryan-Bennett Library (F.O.B.B.L.).
One-on-One Assistance Available with Basic Computer Tasks and Smart Phones
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Want to set up an email account or word processing document? Need help with learning how to save contacts to your new smart phone? See a circulation clerk or call the circulation desk to schedule a one-on-one session. Help topics as well as dates and times available will vary, call for more information. |
Ongoing Programs and Events
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time will meet in the Davenport Room each Friday at 10. This hour-long program is designed for preschoolers and their favorite caregivers. Story time continues through July 26 (except on June 7 and July 12).
Dominos Thursdays from 1 to 3
All adults are welcome to participate in the weekly dominos game. The group meets in the Glass Office/Reference Room just inside the East entrance of the Library.
There is no fee or library card required to join the game. The group brings snacks to share after the game.
Maker Stations
Ask at the circulation desk for one of four projects to create: paper airplanes, a DNA model, a sturdy bridge, or cell phone speakers. In the tub the circulation clerk provides is step by step instructions and everything needed to complete the project. Keep the project but turn in the tub and contents to a circulation clerk when finished. No fee or library card is required to participate. These are available during normal business hours for all ages. Ask at the circulation desk. Soon the choices will change to: rubber band planets, dazzling kaleidoscope, balloon rocket car, and a dancing snake.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
The goal is to read 1000 books to a child before they enter Kindergarten. Children who have not yet entered Kindergarten are eligible to participate in this program with their caregiver. Caregivers may stop by the circulation desk to register and receive a program folder to record books. Children will receive incentives at each 100 book milestone (stickers, tote bags, buttons, new books).