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The Mayor's Book Club - Book Discussion Group

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2021-07-20 12:00:00 2021-07-20 13:00:00 America/Chicago The Mayor's Book Club - Book Discussion Group Book club discussion group with Mayor Stephanie Orman. Bentonville Public Library - Virtual

Tuesday, July 20
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-07-20 12:00:00 2021-07-20 13:00:00 America/Chicago The Mayor's Book Club - Book Discussion Group Book club discussion group with Mayor Stephanie Orman. Bentonville Public Library - Virtual

Book club discussion group with Mayor Stephanie Orman.

How does an underlying passion impact others, improve our shared community and inspire positive change?  Are there opportunities in Bentonville that support one’s passions, and what have others done to align their lives with their purpose?

All of the above questions will be answered in an exciting new initiative of Mayor Stephanie Orman entitled, The Mayor’s Book Club scheduled for July 19-30, 2021.

In collaboration with Bentonville Public Library (BPL) and sponsored by Bentonville Library Foundation, The Mayor’s Book Club is debuting this summer with a panel discussion and book club discussion centered around a selected book. 

The first book selection is Find Your Why: a Practical Guide for Discovering Your Purpose for You and Your Team by Simon Sinek, Peter Docker and David Mead.  Readers and participants are encouraged to explore and identify their passion and purpose and may relate it to life experience, family, work, goals, service and values. 

Community Event – Book Discussion Group 

The second community event will include an engaging book discussion centered on the selected book and is open to the public.  Participants will register in advance to reserve a free book and participate in virtual discussion via Zoom, with both an afternoon and evening session available.  The book discussion conversation will be led by Mayor Stephanie Orman. 

All books are sponsored by the Bentonville Library Foundation, available at the Bentonville Library for pickup and free to keep.  Books are available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.  Participants are encouraged to attend both sessions, even if they have not read the book.

Book Summary:

With Start With Why, Simon Sinek inspired a movement to build a world in which the vast majority of us can feel safe while we are at work and fulfilled when we go home at night. Now, along with two of his colleagues, Peter Docker and David Mead, he has created a guide to the most important step any business can take: Find Your Why.
 
This easy-to-follow guide starts with the search for your personal why, and then expands to helping your colleagues find your organization's why. With detailed instructions on every stage in the process, the book also answer common concerns, such as: What if my why sounds like my competitor's? Can you have more than one why? And, if my work doesn't match my why, what do I do?
 
Whether you're entry level or a CEO, whether your team is run by the founder or a recent hire, these simple steps will lead you on a path to a more fulfilling life and long term success for you and your colleagues.

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Phone: 479-271-3192

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Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed

About the branch

Bentonville Public Library is located just 3 blocks south of the Downtown Square, at 405 S. Main Street in Bentonville, Arkansas. Facility amenities include an engaging adult collection with private study rooms, vibrant children's and teen spaces, community meeting rooms, genealogy research center and café. 

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Fri, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Mon, May 12, 9:15am - 10:00am
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Walmart Foundation Community Room
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Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Craft Room
Read, think, and share ideas about great books! This month, we're talking about graphic novel "Next Stop" by Debbie Fong. For children entering 4th - 6th grade.

Tue, May 13, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
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Tue, May 13, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
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Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Drop by the library for an afternoon of board game fun. We'll have a variety of games to choose from. Pick an old favorite or discover a one! For kids in K-6th grade. No registration required.

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
May Discussion of All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley

Wed, May 14, 9:30am - 9:50am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, movement, and LOTS of fun! Best for ages 18-36 months and their caregiver.

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.

Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Adult Healthy Living Program

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
May Discussion of Lovely War by Julie Berry
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Thu, May 15, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Thu, May 15, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
Bentonville Library Foundation office hours

Thu, May 15, 9:30am - 9:45am
Storytime Room
Books, songs, lap bounces, and more! Best for ages 0-18 months and their caregiver.

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Thu, May 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.

Thu, May 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
May Discussion of Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, join us for an event series focused on personal growth and building life skills.

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Topic: Living Options for the Next Phase of Life

Fri, May 16, 9:15am - 10:00am
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Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pilates for Adults

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Books, songs, movement activities, and more - with a historical twist! This event will take place at Peel Mansion and Botanical Gardens. All ages welcome.

Fri, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Sat, May 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
An animated storybook and thematically paired non-fiction title! For all ages.

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Mon, May 19, All day

Mon, May 19, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Registration required. Join art instructor Abigail Middelman-Jeppsen for book-inspired art lessons each month. This program is for kids age 7 and up.

Mon, May 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Mon, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Northwest Arkansas Genealogical Society Board of Directors Meeting

Mon, May 19, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, stop by the library for a creative movie night! Enjoy a free screening of Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl accompanied by a themed art activity!

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Book club discussion group with Mayor Stephanie Orman.

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Learn how to search for and interpret probate records.

Tue, May 20, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Tue, May 20, All day

Tue, May 20, 9:15am - 10:00am
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Tue, May 20, 9:30am - 2:00pm
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Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 11:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Craft Room
Join us each month for a story and related art project! Check back for project information. For kids in K - 6th grade.

Wed, May 21, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Wed, May 21, All day

Wed, May 21, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Baggett Book Club Lounge
Enjoy coffee and conversations with other book lovers!

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Wed, May 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Adult Healthy Living Program

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Adult Author Talk & Lecture Program

Thu, May 22, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Thu, May 22, All day

Thu, May 22, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Thu, May 22, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
Bentonville Library Foundation office hours

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Thu, May 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Topic: Rightsizing the Home for Life Changes

Fri, May 23, All day

Fri, May 23, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Cancelled
Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pilates for Adults

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Hub & Business Center
If you have questions about technology, we can help!

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Books, songs, movement activities, and more - with a wetlands twist! This event takes place at Osage Park. All ages welcome.

Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Sat, May 24, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Sat, May 24, All day

Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Sat, May 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Mon, May 26, All day
Library Closed for Memorial Day

Mon, May 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Tue, May 27, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Tue, May 27, 9:15am - 10:00am
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Tue, May 27, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
Bentonville Library Foundation office hours

Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Tue, May 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Rotary Conference Room
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
An hour of LEGO® free-play for kids in K - 6th grade.

Wed, May 28, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Wed, May 28, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Wed, May 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Adult Healthy Living Program

Wed, May 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Wed, May 28, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
City of Bentonville Planning Downtown Study Area

Wed, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!

Thu, May 29, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Thu, May 29, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
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Thu, May 29, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
Bentonville Library Foundation office hours

Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Makerspace
Patrons age 10 and over should attend. Patrons under 18 require parental signature.

Thu, May 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Thu, May 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace 3D printers.

Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
Topic: Taking Care of Caretakers

Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Engage, Learn, and Shape the Future of Bentonville

Fri, May 30, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Cancelled
Fri, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pilates for Adults

Fri, May 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Must take Makerspace 101 first. Provides an orientation for using the BPL Makerspace laser cutting & engraving machines.

Sat, May 31, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Haney Conference Room
Friends of the Bentonville Library meeting

Tue, Jun 03, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Tue, Jun 03, 9:15am - 10:00am
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Tue, Jun 03, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
Bentonville Library Foundation office hours

Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 11:00am
Rotary Conference Room
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Cancelled
Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.

Wed, Jun 04, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Wed, Jun 04, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Cancelled
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.

Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rotary Conference Room
Library Advisory Board monthly meeting

Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
Teens, join us to grow your creative writing skills and meet new friends!

Wed, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Rotary Conference Room
City of Bentonville Planning: J Street Study Area

Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bogle Family Children's Library
June Discussion of The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey

Thu, Jun 05, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Thu, Jun 05, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Thu, Jun 05, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Kerr Meeting Room (167)
Bentonville Library Foundation office hours

Thu, Jun 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Cancelled
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Engaging stories, silly rhymes, interactive music and movement activities, and more! Best for ages 3-6 and their caregiver.

Thu, Jun 05, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Arvest Meeting Room (161),Haney Conference Room,Tate Teen Zone
7th - 12th graders are invited to join D&D @BPL!

Fri, Jun 06, 9:15am - 10:00am
Rotary Conference Room
*Bentonville Community Center membership requiredRegister

Fri, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Walmart Foundation Community Room
A free ticket is required for each person attending. Join StoneLion Puppet Theatre for a puppet show based on the classic fairytale The Little Red Hen. All ages welcome!

Sat, Jun 07, All day
The library is taking a 3 week storytime break. Storytime will resume the week of June 9th.

Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room
Practice your reading-aloud skills with a non-judgmental audience - a dog! All ages welcome.