Come join Tallgrass Film Festival with this block of family friendly short films geared towards families and younger audiences. Films titles are TBA. For more information, please visit tallgrassfilm.org.
Come celebrate the Tallgrass Film Festival with this block of jury selected shorts. Films are not rated and titles and descriptions are TBA. For more information, please visit tallgrassfilm.org.
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 jam-packed afternoon of family fun at Child Start's Family Jam Fest! Featuring delicious food, unique vendor and partner booths, and exciting performances! Koo Koo Kangaroo will be headlining with catchy tunes that are sure to have everyone moving and grooving. Don't miss the chance to bond Read more…
Transporting immigrant settlers, creating jobs, and feeding beef markets in the East, the railroad industry dominated the 19th Century American economy. Most Kansas towns were founded because of the railroad and few survived without it. Yet the advance of the railroad came at a significant cost to the Plains Indians, Read more…
We will explore how to find purpose together. We will be learning about our unique strengths and place in the world through mindfulness, reflection, and compassion. In six short weeks, we will learn about the best version of ourselves, what our core values are, how to connect more deeply to Read more…
Someone opened the fairy tale portal and we're now in the land of dragons, fairies, beanstalks, witches, and hopefully a little magic. Things seem to be mixed up, so we just need to sort things out and get the fairytales back in order. Help us break out a happily ever Read more…
Do you love fun mood lighting? So do we! Join us while we turn simple paper lanterns into whimsical cloud light fixtures! Call (316) 261-8516 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Join your ReadICT book-loving online community for a meetup and book swap. Bring your favorite book (or bag of books) to discuss and swap. Any leftover books will be donated to the Friends of the Wichita Public Library.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a screening of the North End Wichita Historical Society documentary Las Nuevas Adelitas: the Power of Women, produced with funding from Humanities Kansas. Stay for an advance screening of the new North End Wichita Historical Society documentary on Mexican-American Fastpitch Softball, Mexican Americans Hit Home Read more…
NEXT SATURDAY, October 14th 2023 Intrepid Brass Band presents "Brass Cats" 7pm at Miller Concert Hall in Duerksen Fine Arts Center at Wichita State University sponsored by Wichita State University School of Music Come out to see Wichita's ONLY full brass band perform a unique and exciting program! We are Read more…
Tony Award® winner Beth Leavel (The Prom, The Drowsy Chaperone) is bringing her award-winning cabaret act to Mary Jane Teall Theater for one fabulous night of fun! Join us for an evening of story and song as Beth takes you through her illustrious career as one of Broadway’s biggest, belting-est 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
Join us for stories and songs before bedtime. Don't forget to dress in your jammies and bring along your favorite stuffed toy for snuggles and fun!
We will explore how to find purpose together. We will be learning about our unique strengths and place in the world through mindfulness, reflection, and compassion. In six short weeks, we will learn about the best version of ourselves, what our core values are, how to connect more deeply to Read more…
Discover the different types of resources to locate your family history that can be found at the Wichita Public Library Research Pavilion. Manager Michelle Enke will provide a whirlwind tour of the resources from the library's large genealogy collection, and the best ways to find them.
Prepare for a spooky time with tales that will leave your spine tingling at this special after hours event! This immersive performance includes a diverse group of local performers and actors reading scarily fun stories that will make you want to leave a light on at night. The stories presented in Read more…
Time to put some sneakers on and join us for a 5k on the beautiful Wichita State University campus! Pumpkin Run participants will receive an event T-SHIRT and a FINISHER MEDAL. AWARDS will be given to the top age group finishers and overall winners. Invite friends to run with you Read more…
It's time for a spooky dance party storytime! Enjoy monster music, silly stories, and a simple craft. Costumes encouraged but not required.
Share spooky stories and paint your own unique haunted house.
Come celebrate 10 Years of Riverside Music Together in our community! We'll sing, dance, drum, and make some beautiful Music Together®! There'll also be some simple kids activities to enjoy as a family after the music-making. Join us Sunday, October 22nd at 3 pm at the Wichita Art Museum! Note: Read more…
On November 7th, eligible voters in the City of Wichita will hit the polls to select a new mayor. Who are the candidates running for this position? What experience do they bring to the table, and what is their vision for the future of Wichita? The panel, which will be Read more…
We will explore how to find purpose together. We will be learning about our unique strengths and place in the world through mindfulness, reflection, and compassion. In six short weeks, we will learn about the best version of ourselves, what our core values are, how to connect more deeply to Read more…
Nintendo is not just for kids -- join other adults for a Nintendo Switch Dance party! Choose from 40 new songs and 3D immersive worlds. Come dance at the library!
Join us for a spooky drive where you will see the night come alive! Local Law Enforcement, Fire & EMS will be on-site with lights flashing bright!Sponsors will be handing out tricks or treats and MRC will be giving out full sized candy bars all while you stay in your Read more…
Join our local non-profit organization, Raise My Head Foundation, as we present the First-Annual Masquerade Ball taking a stand and "Unmasking Human Trafficking" This event is dedicated to providing housing, critical support services, and resources for human trafficking survivors as they rebuild their lives. Together we can make a lasting Read more…
https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Wichita/Lexis5K Lexi’s 5K 2023 Sunday, October 29, 2023 1:30 PM: 1 Mile Untimed Run/Walk 2:00 PM: 5K Run/Walk 3:15 PM: Awards Ceremony & After Party Cookout (free for participants; $5 each for others) TRICK OR TREATING after the Awards Ceremony! Costumes encouraged! 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk fundraiser will benefit Lexi’s Read more…
The presentation will be a general overview of Emergency Management volunteer teams with a focus on our Basic & Advanced CERT programs. Cosponsored by the Wichita Amateur Radio Club
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.
Can you spell F-U-N? If so, grab some friends and join us for an afterhours adult spelling bee for some laughs, friendly competition and for the winners, bragging rights! Teams of 1 to 4 contestants will compete in single-error elimination rounds of increasing difficulty until one team remains. The top 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 a book discussion at the Rockwell Branch! September: All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg; October: Nickel and Dimed: on (not) getting by in America by Barbara Ehrenreich; November: Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker; December: Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood.
More than a century ago Edgar B. Smith's inventiveness and daring provided us with the first aerial views of Wichita taken from an airplane. To this day the images of an unfolding city he captured form a fascinating aerial checkerboard of then and now. This program celebrates the Library's digitization Read more…
We will explore how to find purpose together. We will be learning about our unique strengths and place in the world through mindfulness, reflection, and compassion. In six short weeks, we will learn about the best version of ourselves, what our core values are, how to connect more deeply to Read more…
Join the Tallgrass Film Association and the Wichita Public Library as they present the A24 Throwback series. Directed by Greta Gerwig and nominated for five Oscars, LADY BIRD is a warm, affecting comedy about a high schooler (Saoirse Ronan) who must navigate a loving but turbulent relationship with her strong-willed Read more…
Are you a Quilter or interested in learning more about Quilts? Guest speaker for November meeting is Patricia Beaver with lecture entitled “Aunt Martha & Her Evil Twin”. Patricia is from Salina, Kansas and is a well-known speaker, teacher and judge. Lecture will be held at Pleasant Valley Methodist Church Read more…
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…
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.
Just an excuse to get out with your gals and enjoy each other and the one of a kind PINK holiday ambiance of GROW! Hosted by CM Consulting and Development Services Come enjoy Speciality holiday cocktails DIY Activities Music by DJ Detroit Food Truck by Roxies on the River Feautured Vendors: Read more…
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…
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…
