Green Route Canceled

The Green Mobile Library route is canceled for December 21.  We apologize for any inconvenience. 

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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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024)

Blockbuster Saturday: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024)

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024) (PG-13) 2h. 25m. (Swank)Director Wes Ball breathes new life into the global, epic franchise set several generations in the future following...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Movies
Event Details:

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024) (PG-13) 2h. 25m. (Swank)

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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.

 

Flyer for Switch Saturday at Main Library.

Switch Saturday

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Main Library is pulling out the Nintendo Switch for an afternoon of gaming! Come and join us! For ages 6 to 19.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Craft Room - Main Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Games & Video Games, Recreation
Event Details:

Main Library is pulling out the Nintendo Switch for an afternoon of gaming! Come and join us! For ages 6 to 19.

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.

 

green background with "Holiday Mini Golf" and five golf ball on tees. Each golf ball has a different holiday representative on it. A Hanukkiah, a January first calendar, a yule long, a kinara, and a Christmas tree.

Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
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 holi...

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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.

 

Schlagle and Turner Closed for Holiday

All Day
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library and Turner Communty Library are closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Branches:
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
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Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library and Turner Communty Library are closed for the holiday.

green background with "Holiday Mini Golf" and five golf ball on tees. Each golf ball has a different holiday representative on it. A Hanukkiah, a January first calendar, a yule long, a kinara, and a Christmas tree.

Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Department - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
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 holi...

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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.

 

All Other Locations Closing at 5:00 pm

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library

Main Library, West Wyandotte Library, and South Branch Library are closing at 5:00 pm for the holiday. 

Closing
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Branches:
Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library
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Main Library, West Wyandotte Library, and South Branch Library are closing at 5:00 pm for the holiday. 

quilt swirl

Block of the Month Sewing Studio

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st Floor Program Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 ...

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Required
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.

 

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Closing
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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.

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

All library locations are closed for the holiday. 

Closing
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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. 

green background with "Holiday Mini Golf" and five golf ball on tees. Each golf ball has a different holiday representative on it. A Hanukkiah, a January first calendar, a yule long, a kinara, and a Christmas tree.

Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Children's Department - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
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 holi...

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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.

 

Spice Club

Spice Club: Tajin

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 01/15/2025 @ 5:00pm
Take Home - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
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. We’ll feature some traditional b...

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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.

 

crafts banner

Adult Take-Home Craft @ Main: Winter Paper Strip Art

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am to 01/19/2025 @ 5:00pm
Take Home - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

  Come grab a kit during January to make winter art using cardstock and strips of scrapbook paper. Main Library will be offering a limited number of take-home craft ...

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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.

 

Crafts

Crafty Creators

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st Floor Program Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
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 t...

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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.

 

Bilingual Storytime & Craft Time, Thursdays @ 5

Bilingual Craft Time / Manualidad Bilingüe

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children
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 som...

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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.

 

Class

Burmese Community of Kansas Citizenship/Language Classes

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas

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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.

 

Supplies for needlepoint including wooden embroidery hoop, thread in various colors, black scissors, white fabric, and an embroidery needle with green thread.

Fiber Folks Social Hour

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults
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! Bring your current work in progress, spe...

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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.

 

green background with "Holiday Mini Golf" and five golf ball on tees. Each golf ball has a different holiday representative on it. A Hanukkiah, a January first calendar, a yule long, a kinara, and a Christmas tree.

Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Children's Department - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
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 holi...

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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.

 

Hands building a structure with marshmallows and toothpicks

Marshmallow Construction Site

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Craft Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children
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. ...

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Craft Room - Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science & Nature, Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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.

 

Black video game controller

Super Mario Celebration

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a super time with Mario themed crafts and games. 

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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.

 

ACT

ACT Practice Test

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens
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...

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Developing Skills, School & Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

 

green background with "Holiday Mini Golf" and five golf ball on tees. Each golf ball has a different holiday representative on it. A Hanukkiah, a January first calendar, a yule long, a kinara, and a Christmas tree.

Library Mini Golf: Holiday Edition

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Children's Department - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
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 holi...

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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.

 

Children reading books at the library for storytime

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Craft Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Children
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 i...

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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.

 

Borderlands (2024)

Blockbuster Saturday: Borderlands (2024)

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Borderlands (2024) (PG-13) 1h. 42m. (Swank)Lilith forms an unexpected alliance with a ragtag team of misfits – Roland (Hart), a seasoned mercenary on a mission; Tiny Tina (Greenbla...

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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.

 

Messy Masterpieces Flyer

Messy Masterpieces

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens
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-ma...

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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.