Adult Programs

We have lots of exciting programs and services for adults! All of our programs are at no cost to you and are a great way to learn new things and meet people from your community. There are only a few programs that require registration, and there will be a link provided for you to sign up. Check our calendar for our latest events and programs. Some programs, like our monthly trivia, are located outside the library at different locations. Please click the buttons to learn more about each program, including upcoming meeting dates and times. We look forward to seeing you!

Arts & Crafts

Explore new artistic styles and mediums while developing creativity and freedom through artistic expression. 

When: Typically the fourth Wednesday of the month, although the date may be subject to change. 

How: Registration is required and opens online one week before the event. 

Book Club

The only thing better than reading a good book is reading a good book and then talking about it with fellow book lovers.

Every month we read a preselected book and then meet to discuss it. The Adult Services Librarian guides the discussion, but attendees are encouraged to bring up their own desired topics for the group to talk about, and we like to keep it loose and let the conversation flow naturally.

The book club reads primarily fiction titles, but we change things up with a non-fiction title from time to time.

Coffee Break:
When: First Wednesday of the month at 11:15am

Bent Corners:
When: First Thursday of the month at 6:00pm

Coffee Break & Bent Corners current reading list

Craft your Calm

Craft Your Calm is an adult class series that explores various types of art or crafts using a variety of mediums and materials. Participants create art pieces under the guidance of a librarian or expert. 

When: Typically the first Monday of the month, however, the day is subject to change. 

How: Registration is required and occurs one week before the event.

Game Night

Come join us as we break out our collection of board games, playing cards, and dominoes and let you and your family have at them. Our giant versions of Connect 4, Jenga, checkers, and Kerplunk offer big gaming fun you won’t find hardly anywhere else.  Game Night is a potluck affair, so attendees are encouraged (though not required) to bring food to share so that everyone can snack while they play. The library provides soda, juice, and water for all. The games are set out for you to browse, and you’re welcome to play whichever one(s) you’d like, either with your friends and family or with other game lovers from the community. Occasionally, we’ll have a themed Game Night. Such nights will be noted on the schedule.

When: Last Saturday of the month from 6:00 - 8:30pm

Ages: All ages!

We ask that children under the age of 12 be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Knitting and Crochet

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

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

No registration is required. Our classes are open to all eager crafters 18+!

When: First and third Wednesday at 6:30pm

Making It

Ready to unleash your creativity? 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. Whether you’re a seasoned creator or just starting out, your hosts, MakerSpace Manager, Ted, & Adult Services Librarian, Alicia, will help you bring your ideas to life with cutting-edge tools and materials. Let’s make something amazing together!

When: Typically the second Wednesday of the month, however the date is subject to change. 

How: Registration is required and opens online one week before the class. 

Mindfulness

Join Cara Kuhl for an experiential live mindfulness session.

Mindfulness helps bring more awareness to the processes of our mind so that our bodies can be more present in the world. Join us each month to reflect and pause together in mindful ways. We will discover together how to experience life more fully, bring calm into our life situations, and move forward with purpose and focus.

Practicing mindfulness with a group helps to expand and accelerate your own growth and awareness. During each session, we will meditate together, journal together, and share together. By listening intently to others and sharing deeply from your own hearts, we can establish a lasting mindfulness routine together.

When: Every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm.

Spanish

Practice and improve your Spanish at free beginner/intermediate level, conversation-based classes for adults.

When: Third Thursday of the month at 6 pm

Writing Critique

The library’s Writing Critique Group offers writers the opportunity to share their work with their peers and receive feedback in a constructive setting. Attendees read aloud from their writing projects and receive notes, praise, and constructive criticism from their fellow writers. It’s our hope that the group will prove helpful to experienced and aspiring authors alike. Anyone 18 or older may join the group. Writers of all genres and experience levels are welcome, though we do ask that all content presented be kept between “PG-13” and “R” levels of propriety.

When: Third Tuesday every other month at 5:30pm

Yoga

Yoga classes at the library are taught by a professional instructor from the Benbrook YMCA. The 45-minute classes are free and are a great way to improve oneself both physically and mentally. Those who have their own yoga mats are encouraged to bring them, but the library does have some mats available for those who may need them. All skill levels, from beginners to advanced yogis, are welcome.

When: Second Monday of the month at 5:45 pm 

and more!

 We have other programs offered on a non-recurring basis, so make sure to check the calendar and follow our social media pages to see new programs offered.

Events & Programs for Adults

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga with Ginger

5:45pm–6:45pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Yoga

Yoga classes at the library are taught by a professional and are for yogis of all skill levels. The 45-minute classes are free and are a great way to improve oneself both physically and mentally. Those who have their own yoga mats are encouraged to bring them, but the library does have some mats available for those who may need them.

Yoga classes are held on the second Monday of each month at 5:45 PM. There are occasional exceptions, and they will be noted on the library calendar.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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.

This event is in the "Tween (8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

K Pop Cafe

2:00pm–5:00pm
Tween (8-12), Teen (13-18), Adults
Other
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween (8-12), Teen (13-18), Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stans of BTS, Stray Kids, ATEEZ, Tomorrow x Together, Black Pink, or any other group, come by the library for an afternoon of all things K-Pop. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies (0-2)" group
This event is in the "Preschool (2-6)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-10)" group
This event is in the "Tween (8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (13-18)" group
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The Ramazinis

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12), Teen (13-18), Everyone
Performance
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12), Teen (13-18), Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Come see this "Two Person Circus Show" that features a variety of juggling acts and a heart-stopping acrobatic chair act that makes your feel like you're at a real circus show! You've never seen a pair like this before! 
 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies (0-2)" group
This event is in the "Preschool (2-6)" group
This event is in the "Elementary (6-10)" group
This event is in the "Tween (8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (13-18)" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

The Ramazinis

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12), Teen (13-18), Everyone
Performance
Library Branch: Benbrook Public Library
Room: Kathy Ledford Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (0-2), Preschool (2-6), Elementary (6-10), Tween (8-12), Teen (13-18), Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Come see this "Two Person Circus Show" that features a variety of juggling acts and a heart-stopping acrobatic chair act that makes your feel like you're at a real circus show! You've never seen a pair like this before! 
 

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.