Work or school stressing you out? Need some time to unwind? Bring a friend and join us in the Teen Pavilion for some relaxing activities like coloring pages, journaling prompts, puzzles, or just to hang out.
Come celebrate National Recycling Day by using recycled objects - paper, plastic bottles, cardboard, etc. -- to make some eco-friendly art! Call (316) 261-8516 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Relax with art. Use colored pencils or markers on fun coloring pages just for teens.
Get started with the free video recording and livestreaming software, Open Broadcast Software (OBS) Studio. Learn the basics of adding audio and video sources, setting up different scenes, recording videos, and livestreaming to platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
After Texas statehood in 1845, cattlemen started to move longhorns up the trail to Kansas. For forty years, the industry adapted to changing circumstances and drovers blazed different routes across Kansas; the Western being one of the most important. Presented by Gary and Margaret Kraisinger from Halstead, Kansas. Sponsored by Read more…
Join in on the fun at this lady only event! Participate in an indoor golf tournament, you'll receive a scorecard when you enter the clubhouse, visit each of the 18 vendor booths drawing a number and that's your score for the hole. Prizes will be awarded for a variety of Read more…
Writing the Great American Novel can be a lonely business. Join other Wichita-area NaNoWriMo writers for some fellowship while you craft that perfect paragraph! We'll meet to chat a little and write a lot. Outlets and free wifi (with library card) are available for laptop users or use one of Read more…
Join us for a book discussion! September: My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante; October: Waiting for Snow in Havana: Confessions of a Cuban Boy by Carlos Eire; November: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson
Looking to improve your professional soft skills in the workplace? Set yourself apart by getting the essential soft skills—abilities that help people interact effectively with others—that employers value most, from communication fundamentals and being a team player to advancing your critical thinking skills. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit p2pu.org/wichita to Read more…
Calling all architects! Join us each month for open building time. Bring your creativity and freestyle, or draw a challenge card and try to build something new.
Learn about earthquakes, tornados, and dangerous storms with hands-on activities. Take inspiration from the "I Survived" books by Lauren Tarshis and share your own weather-related experiences.
Our Holiday Artisan Market is back! Small Business Saturday | November 25th, 2023 | 12-6pm Once you are out of your Thanksgiving food coma, come get all your holiday shopping done in one place while supporting small businesses and local artisans! Find unique and locally made items that are sure Read more…
Writing the Great American Novel can be a lonely business. Join other Wichita-area NaNoWriMo writers for some fellowship while you craft that perfect paragraph! We'll meet to chat a little and write a lot. Outlets and free wifi (with library card) are available for laptop users or use one of Read more…
The housing situation in Wichita has undergone significant changes since the 2020 pandemic, with property values and rent costs on the rise. This has had a major impact on the residents of Wichita. To address this issue, this program will feature Sally Stang from the City of Wichita's Housing and Read more…
Learn the process of publishing your book with Kindle Direct Publishing. This will help prepare you for the steps necessary to publish both in print and as an ebook. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Bring your 6th-12th grade students to take part in Reality U™, a Pando Initiative opportunity. Help learners understand real-world finances through a simulation that reveals the importance of their financial future. Reality U™ brings a bit of “reality” to students through a 75-minute interactive and engaging personal finance simulation. For Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Tania Pemar & Dominique Joiner Opening Reception | First Friday December 1st, 2023 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through December 24th, 2023. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
Come-and-go hands-on engineering demonstration presented by a local engineer. Co-sponsored by the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Join us for the monthly launch of TeenView Magazine, a local digital publication created by teens, for teens. Be among the first to see the new issue of TeenView, listen to a panel of teen writers discuss featured articles, and learn more about how you can become involved.
Join us for a book discussion! The book for the discussion will be available one month before the program to check out at the Evergreen Branch.
This will be an audience participation-based program. The moderator will invite attendees to share something new or different they would like to accomplish or learn more about regarding amateur radio in 2024. Cosponsored by the Wichita Amateur Radio Club
Dec. 7th (Thursday) – Making Connections That Count Finishing School for Modern Women class. 6:00 - 8:30 pm The registration fee is $40 at the door or, in advance, $35 for Badass Women Members. Everyone is welcome. Location: Elevate Community Lab in Broadway Autopark, 303 S. Broadway, from 6 to 8:30 Read more…
Join us for a book discussion! The book for the discussion will be available one month before the program to check out at the Evergreen Branch.
Have you ever wanted to display your artwork in a show? Bring your creativity and we will supply paint and canvas! Leave your teensy masterpiece to be displayed from December 16-30 in the Children's Pavilion for others to admire. Call (316) 261-8516 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Come get crafty this holiday season! Join us for a fun afternoon full of delicious hot chocolate and canvas painting. Call (316) 261-8516 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Challenge your building skills to build a structure that can withstand a simulated earthquake! Children can work alone or in teams to build their best structures from an assortment of fun materials.
Ready. Set. Drive! Join area tweens and test your Nintendo Switch driving skills in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. No prior experience required! Space is limited; tickets will be available beginning 30 minutes before the program at the circulation desk.
You and a group of friends are hiking a beautiful trail in a national park during winter when all of a sudden a freak snowstorm hits. Luckily, you find a warming cabin, a shelter put specifically along the trail for anyone who might be stranded. Inside there are blankets and Read more…
Whether you're a beginner or have a Lego army of your own, drop-in and flex your building block muscles during winter break!
Test your skills at classic and unique carnival games.
January: Miss Benson’s Beetle by Rachel Joyce. February: Vanderbilt: the Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty by Anderson Cooper. The book for the discussion will be available one month before the program to check out at the Evergreen Branch.
In ignitor 2.0 you will learn the tips and tricks of talking with potential customers to gain valuable feedback through open ended questions. You will also identify your unique value proposition and start developing a business model canvas that will lead you to a solid business strategy and how you Read more…
In ignitor 1.0 you will learn the key concepts and start-up language, how to talk about your idea, what to expect going through the process, how to listen to feedback to improve your idea, and why you need a prototype of your idea. ignitor 1.0 is for innovators and aspiring Read more…
Art House 310 First Friday – Ellen Mosiman & Dustin Youngman Opening Reception | First Friday February 2nd, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through February 18th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
In this class we will learn the basics of puppy behavior, how puppies learn, how to teach basic obedience, potty training, and how to stop unwanted behaviors.
We will learn how to communicate with our dogs via the leash. We will learn how to walk with a loose leash and how to teach our dog an automatic sit when we stop.
Art House 310 First Friday – Rachel Hermes & Sara Grant Opening Reception | First Friday March 1st, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through March 24th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…
Learn about serial killers you’ve never heard for before in this acclaimed, sell-out show. ‘The Psychology of Serial Killers’ will give even the most dedicated true crime fan new insights to the phenomenon of serial homicide. As you will see, an interest in true-crime is far from a new sensation. Read more…
On a night of celebration with glitz and glamour, a crime has occurred at an awards night after party. Can you help us solve the crime? Join us for a fully interactive murder mystery experience! Dinner will be served under the spotlight on the historic stage with a cash bar Read more…
Join us for the kickoff of Wichita's 2024 Big Read. Celebrate Tommy Orange's There There with music, dance, and art. Free copies of the book will be available (as supplies last). Get a preview of what's in store for this year's NEA Big Read. To learn more, visit www.bigreadwichita.org.
Adult book discussion featuring "There There" and foods with indigenous roots. (*Must have Base access to attend)
Discussion of 2024 Big Read book, There There by Tommy Orange
Join us for a showing of the documentary Gather. It is a film that “follows the stories of natives on the frontlines of a growing movement to reconnect with spiritual and cultural identities that were devastated by genocide.” After watching, we will hold a short discussion about what we watched, Read more…
Discussion of 2024 Big Read book, There There by Tommy Orange
“Giselle” is a classical ballet that tells the story of a peasant girl who falls in love with a nobleman disguised as a commoner. Tragically, the girl dies of a broken heart when she discovers the truth about her lover’s identity. The ballet is known for its stunning choreography and Read more…
We will be having a special story time, reading the Big Read companion titles. We will be playing indigenous games for children. (*Must have Base access to attend)
Bring your lunch and join us for a book chat about the 2024 Big Read book, There There by Tommy Orange
Program for preteens and teens. We will be talking about stones and crystals and their meaning(s) with Native peoples. We will also make geodes by growing them through chemistry (*Must have Base access to attend)
The history of Native Americans in the Wichita area didn't end with the signing of the Medicine Lodge treaty that moved Wichita's first residents to reservations in Oklahoma. In preparation for the history walk Librarian and Citizen of the Comanche Nation Daniel Pewewardy combed the archives for stories about notable Read more…
Create a tiny feather banner in the fire colors to wear or watch over your houseplants. This is a beginner loom beading class using larger beads. All supplies provided. Class limited to 10 participants.
