Winter Holiday Schedule

All Library branches will be closed on the following days for the Winter Holiday:

Tuesday, December 24th

Wednesday, December 25th

Thursday, December 26th

Tuesday, December 31st

Wednesday, January 1st

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle & Turner Library will also be closed on:

Monday, December 23rd

Friday, December 27th

Monday, December 30th

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Name: Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Start: 2025-01-15T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-01-15T20:00:00-06:00
Location: Main Library

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day. January 15th.

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Craft Room - Main Library at Main Library

Seats Available

Library Branch: Main Library

Room: Craft Room - Main Library

Age Group: Children, Teens

Program Type: Developing Skills, History & Genealogy, Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Cultural

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Seats Remaining: 30

Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with a screening of the film Our Friend Martin followed by a community art project, and of course cake. This event is for ages 9 to 19.

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Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library

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Library Branch: South Branch Library

Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Developing Skills, Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Giving blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a big difference in the lives of others. Make a blood donation with the American Red Cross.

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Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library

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Library Branch: South Branch Library

Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Developing Skills, Health & Wellness

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Giving blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a big difference in the lives of others. Make a blood donation with the American Red Cross.

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Time	Sun (12/29)	Mon (12/30)	Tue (12/31)	Wed (1/01)	Thu (1/02)	Fri (1/03)	Sat (1/04)
All Day	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Architecture, Portraits, and Wildlife by Smitha George All Day 12/27 - 12/30 Children, Teens, Adults South Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: South Branch Library Room: Art Gallery - South Branch Library Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Exhibits Event Details: Smitha George is a self-taught artist with a love for wildlife and nature. The majority of her childhood was spent traveling, which helped her understand different cultures. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.		Closing Closed for Holiday All Day All Branches Branches: Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries Description: All library locations are closed for the holiday.	Closing Closed for Holiday All Day All Branches Branches: Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries Description: All library locations are closed for the holiday.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Spice Club: Tajin 01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/15/2025 @ 5:00pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Take Home - Main Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Developing Skills, Home & Garden, Take Home, Additional Program Format Event Details: Whether you’re a foodie or just interested in trying something new – Spice Club is for you! Pick up a new spice kit at the beginning of each month. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. exploring creativity by Garol All Day 12/27 - 12/30 Children, Teens, Adults West Wyandotte Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library Room: Art Gallery - West Wyandotte Library Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Exhibits Event Details: Garol's colorful abstract expressionist paintings will be on display at West Wyandotte Library through the end of December. Learn more about the artist at artbygarol.com. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.				This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult Take-Home Craft @ Main: Winter Paper Strip Art 01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/19/2025 @ 5:00pm Teens, Adults Main Library This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Take Home - Main Library Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Additional Program Format, Take Home Event Details: Come grab a kit during January to make winter art using cardstock and strips of scrapbook paper. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
		Closing Schlagle and Turner Closed for Holiday All Day Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library Branches: Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library Description: Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library and Turner Communty Library are closed for the holiday.
9 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition 9:00am - 4:00pm Children, Teens Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Department - Main Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Holiday Event Details: Fans of our summer mini golf course and newbies alike can join us in the Youth Services department for some winter holiday fun! There will be five holes, each with a different holiday theme. It's a hole lotta fun for kids and teens! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition 9:00am - 9:00pm Children, Teens Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Department - Main Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Holiday Event Details: Fans of our summer mini golf course and newbies alike can join us in the Youth Services department for some winter holiday fun! There will be five holes, each with a different holiday theme. It's a hole lotta fun for kids and teens! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition 9:00am - 5:00pm Children, Teens Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Department - Main Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Holiday Event Details: Fans of our summer mini golf course and newbies alike can join us in the Youth Services department for some winter holiday fun! There will be five holes, each with a different holiday theme. It's a hole lotta fun for kids and teens! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.	This event is in the "Teens" group. ACT Practice Test 9:00am - 1:00pm Teens West Wyandotte Library Seats Available Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Seats Available Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Developing Skills, School & Homeschool Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Details: High school students are invited to register for a full length practice ACT test. Students will experience the testing environment as well as the types of questions they'll find on a real ACT test. Registration required. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition 9:00am - 5:00pm Children, Teens Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Department - Main Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Holiday Event Details: Fans of our summer mini golf course and newbies alike can join us in the Youth Services department for some winter holiday fun! There will be five holes, each with a different holiday theme. It's a hole lotta fun for kids and teens! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
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11 am						This event is in the "Children" group. Marshmallow Construction Site 11:00am - 12:15pm Children Main Library Seats Available Required This event is in the "Children" group. Seats Available Library Branch: Main Library Room: Craft Room - Main Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Science & Nature, Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Do you have an eye for construction? Come to the Marshmallow Construction Site and create an awesome building! We will provide all the materials, you just have to do the building. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.	This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Children Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Craft Room - Main Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Developing Skills, Storytime Event Details: Families are invited to join us for fun, interactive storytimes every Saturday morning. This special storytime will include singing, dancing, and some great books! This storytime is geared towards guests over the age of 2 and their families. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
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1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition 1:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Children's Department - Main Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Holiday Event Details: Fans of our summer mini golf course and newbies alike can join us in the Youth Services department for some winter holiday fun! There will be five holes, each with a different holiday theme. It's a hole lotta fun for kids and teens! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.						This event is in the "Adults" group. Blockbuster Saturday: Borderlands (2024) 1:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: 2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Movies Event Details: Borderlands (2024) (PG-13) 1h. 42m. (Swank) Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
2 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group. Crafty Creators 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Main Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: 1st Floor Program Room - Main Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Want to do some crafts, but don’t have the equipment? Come use ours! We have sewing machines, button makers, wax melters, jewelry pliers, and more. We provide the equipment, you provide the creativity! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.	This event is in the "Children" group. Super Mario Celebration 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children South Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Branch Library Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Games & Video Games Event Details: Join us for a super time with Mario themed crafts and games. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Messy Masterpieces 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Teens West Wyandotte Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library Room: Craft Room - West Wyandotte Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Messy Masterpieces is a fun, family-friendly library program where creativity takes center stage! This hands-on experience encourages families to explore the process of art-making without worrying about perfection. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Squeegee Painting! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Teens Main Library This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Main Library Room: Craft Room - Main Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Create an abstract masterpiece using just drops of acrylic paint, a squeegee, and your imagination! Children and teens 18 years and younger are welcome. Adult presence is required for children 8 and younger. All supplies provided. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
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5 pm		Closing All Other Locations Closing at 5:00 pm 5:00pm - 11:45pm Some Branches Branches: Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library Description: Main Library, West Wyandotte Library, and South Branch Library are closing at 5:00 pm for the holiday.			This event is in the "Children" group. Bilingual Craft Time / Manualidad Bilingüe 5:00pm - 6:00pm Children South Branch Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Branch Library Room: Storytime Room - South Branch Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Language Learning, Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Multilingual, Spanish Event Details: You're invited to our weekly fun craft! Experiment with a variety of art mediums and explore new skills every week. Parents and older siblings are encouraged to participate for some fun quality family time! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Block of the Month Sewing Studio 6:30pm - 8:30pm Teens, Adults Main Library Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Main Library Room: 1st Floor Program Room - Main Library Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Join us Monday evenings as we work on the Ultimate Beginner Quilt. Learn a new block pattern each week or bring your own projects to work on. No experience needed and supplies are provided. Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.			This event is in the "Adults" group. Burmese Community of Kansas Citizenship/Language Classes 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults West Wyandotte Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library Room: Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Developing Skills, Language Learning, Immigrant Services Event Details: Join us on Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado. This event is in the "Adults" group. Fiber Folks Social Hour 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults West Wyandotte Library This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library Room: Conference Room B - West Wyandotte Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies Event Details: Do you love crafting with fabric and thread? Join us to work on your favorite fiber crafts including crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more! Disclaimer(s) Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

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