Self-Publishing 101

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.

Finding Your Family at the WPL

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.

The Western, The Greatest Texas Cattle Trail

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…

Tweens Switch it up: Mario Kart

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.

Lego Challenge

Whether you’re a beginner or have a Lego army of your own, drop-in and flex your building block muscles during winter break!

Las Nuevas Adelitas: The Power of Women

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…

Adult Spelling Bee

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…

Spooky Stories For Grown Ups

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…

ReadICT Book Swap

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.

Child Start’s Family Jam Fest

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…