My First Summer Reading program caters to children aged 0 to 5, with pre-readers as the target audience. Patrons receive a brochure to sign up, complete with colored shapes and a list of ten of our summer reading books for little ones. Upon submission, children get a backpack and board book bundle, along with a ticket for a raffle.
Summer Reading Children's program targets elementary-aged children (6 to 12) but allows caregivers to enroll younger children (4-5) who can read independently. Participants receive a brochure and bookmark upon registration, and they track their progress in a binder, receiving prizes for every completed bookmark of 5 books, with a grand prize raffle upon completion of 20 books, noted by initials on the record sheet.
Check Your Shelf is our summer reading program tailored for teenagers under 18, offering various reading tasks with prizes and a grand prize opportunity. Participants receive a BINGO card and can bring it in as they complete each row/column, earning prizes and a raffle entry for each completed BINGO, which is noted and dated by staff.
Jumanji Summer Reading is a reading challenge for players ages 18 and older.
Roll the adventure die to get your reading task! You’ll be reading a book that corresponds to the number on the gameboard inside this pamphlet.
Every book you read earns you an entry into a drawing for big prizes. You will also be entered into the drawing after attending an adult program. The more books you read and programs you attend, the more chances you have to win!
You’ll have opportunities to pick up books, gift cards or coupons to local businesses, and other prizes as you play.
Upcoming Events
Music, Movement, & Me
Music, Movement & Me
Come see us on the 1st Friday of the month to enjoy music time. Encourage your child’s love of music with this great class hosted by Miss Donna. Children will learn basic music terminology with singing, dancing, and fun rhymes.
This class is very popular and has a class limit so we can ensure a enjoyable experience for everyone.
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.
Music, Movement, & Me
Music, Movement & Me
Come see us on the 1st Friday of the month to enjoy music time. Encourage your child’s love of music with this great class hosted by Miss Donna. Children will learn basic music terminology with singing, dancing, and fun rhymes.
This class is very popular and has a class limit so we can ensure a enjoyable experience for everyone.
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.
Master Gardener - Plants and Insects - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly by Theresa Posani
Presented by members of the Fort Worth Master Gardeners, this engaging educational series is designed to help gardeners of all experience levels grow with confidence.
Talk 'n' Toddle
Talk 'n' Toddle
The Family Place Workshop is a five-week parent/child workshop designed to benefit the livelihood of parents/caregivers and provide an early-learning source for your young infant/toddler.
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.
Move & Shake Storytime
Move & Shake Storytime
Get ready to move and have fun with this storytime. We have shakers, scarves, bells, and sticks.
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
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.
Pokémon Club
Do you love all things Pokémon? Catch 'em all at our monthly Pokémon Club. Enjoy snacks, trade cards, express your creativity through a Pokémon-related craft, and hang out after school with other fans. Drop in anytime between 4:00 p.m.
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.
Craft Your Calm
Join the Benbrook Library for an evening of crafts and relaxation. This month we will be painting bird houses for Spring! All materials are provided. Ages 18 and up only. Please provide a separate registration for each individual attending.
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.
Explore & Play
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
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.