In the Community

Community Services

In 2021, Bentonville Public Library's collection totaled 153,570 items and was valued at $3,350,871. BPL's book, audiobook and film collections are well used by readers, listeners and viewers of all ages.

Services to Adults in Group Settings

Tales & Travels – Tales & Travel Memories is an innovative book and reading program that provides services directly to people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. Each one-hour program takes participants on an imaginary trip to another country or region of the United States using library materials such as adult and children’s books, music, artifacts, folktales, and regalia. BPL staff can provide this program in nursing homes or assisted living facilities.

Adult Storytimes - This program provides story times to aging adults. Story times are led by a staff member who will read short stories with participants. This program is ideal for senior centers, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.

Digital Literacy Presentations – BPL offers presentations on how to use digital tools to find and evaluate information. These presentations can be adapted to varying ages and skill levels, such as adult education classes or aging adults.  

Services to Youth in the Community

Storytimes - BPL in the Community brings books, songs, movement activities, and more to locations throughout Bentonville. All ages are welcome at these fun, family storytimes! View our event calendar to learn when you'll find us at the following locations:

• Bentonville Community Center 
• The Peel Museum & Botanical Garden
• Osage Park Pavilion 

Educational Opportunities

Services Presentations - BPL has so much to offer, from databases and book club kits to engaging programs! To help your group connect with these resources, BPL staff can speak to various community groups, such as businesses, community leaders, neighborhood associations, school classes, or faith-based organizations. A BPL representative will present about free library services tailored to the specific needs and interests of their audience.  Presentations can be modified for all ages.

Book Club Kits – Book Club Kits contain everything you need to host your own book club- 10 copies of the same book, discussion questions, and a reading guide.  For community book clubs, BPL can handle delivery and pick-up of Book Club Kits, and even facilitate the group discussion.  Browse our complete selection of Book Club Kits for all ages here.

Table & Library Card Sign-Up – BPL can host a table at your event to provide information about library services.  At the same time, participants can register for a new library card.