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How-To Series: Panel Discussion on Avoiding Media Manipulation & Misinformation

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outside the Library at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event
This event is in the "Adult" group

True Crime Book Club

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
True Crime Book Club:

Channel your inner "murderino" and discuss a new true crime book every month.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club

Channel your inner "murderino" and discuss a new true crime book every month.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Virtual Exploration: London 1888 (Jack the Ripper)

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Gallery at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
History, Literary Event
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History, Literary Event
This event is in the "Adult" group

Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Outside the Library at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear:

Put your 4-person team together and head to the Paisley Pear for trivia with a new theme each month. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gaming

Put your 4-person team together and head to the Paisley Pear for trivia with a new theme each month. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Library Grounds

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hays Public Library
Age Group:
Adult

Interested in plants, gardening and nature? Library Grounds is the perfect place to connect with fellow plant lovers! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, come and learn, swap stories, and share tips. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Interested in plants, gardening and nature? Library Grounds is the perfect place to connect with fellow plant lovers! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, come and learn, swap stories, and share tips. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crafter's Social Hour

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Crafter's Social Hour:

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, le...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, learn the basics, or just socialize with friends Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cozy Mystery Book Club

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kansas Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Cozy Mystery Book Club:

If you enjoy murder mysteries like Murder She Wrote or Miss Marple, cozies are a great choice for you! These mysteries tend to feature an amateur sleuth, the murders...

This month's book is A Cryptic Clue by Victoria Gilbert. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

If you enjoy murder mysteries like Murder She Wrote or Miss Marple, cozies are a great choice for you! These mysteries tend to feature an amateur sleuth, the murders happen behind the scenes, and so do any steamy scenes. We read either a stand alone title, or the first in a series, so you can explore more on your own. This Book Club has been offered at HPL for over 10 years, and we welcome you to join this fun-loving, mystery-solving group! We meet the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm.


 

This month's book is A Cryptic Clue by Victoria Gilbert. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

This program is for adults only. Please do not bring children of any age.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kansas Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adult
Kansas Room Koffee Hour:

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The K...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The Kansas Room Coordinator is available to answer questions and assist with Kansas Room resources.
 


 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Soup Around the World

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Gallery at Hays Public Library
Age Group:
Adult

Come in and enjoy a variety of different soups found around the world. Rate them and find your favorite one!

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Come in and enjoy a variety of different soups found around the world. Rate them and find your favorite one!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Great Books Book Club

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

The Great Books Club takes an in-depth look at the texts that have endured through the ages and shaped the way we see ourselves and the world.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Great Books Club takes an in-depth look at the texts that have endured through the ages and shaped the way we see ourselves and the world.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

This program is for adults only. Please do not bring children of any age.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cookbook Club

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Schmidt Gallery at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Cookbook Club:

Read the book and prepare a recipe to share with the group!   

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club

Read the book and prepare a recipe to share with the group!  


 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chess Club

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Adult Chess Club:

Whether you are a master or a novice, you are welcome to join the Adult Chess Club.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gaming

Whether you are a master or a novice, you are welcome to join the Adult Chess Club.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Painting Class

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Gallery at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Adult Painting Class:

Enjoy an adults only painting class with a local teacher!  Participation is limited to the first 30 attendees.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Enjoy an adults only painting class with a local teacher!  Participation is limited to the first 30 attendees.

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

This program is for adults only. Please do not bring children of any age.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crafter's Social Hour

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Crafter's Social Hour:

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, le...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, learn the basics, or just socialize with friends Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Joseph McCoy Presentation by Tom Luellen

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Adult
Kansas Room Koffee Hour:

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The K...

Learn about the entrepreneur who brought cattle from the fields of Texas to the railroads at Abilene, creating the iconic cowboy image.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History, Presentation
Event Details:

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The Kansas Room Coordinator is available to answer questions and assist with Kansas Room resources.
 


 

Learn about the entrepreneur who brought cattle from the fields of Texas to the railroads at Abilene, creating the iconic cowboy image.

This event is in the "Adult" group

James Naismith Presentation by Tom Luellen

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adult

Thomas Luellen will talk about the many facets of James Naismith's fascinating life story. He was notable for more than the invention of basketball and his coaching career at the University of Kansas.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Thomas Luellen will talk about the many facets of James Naismith's fascinating life story. He was notable for more than the invention of basketball and his coaching career at the University of Kansas.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Fantasy Book Club

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
Fantasy Book Club:

Delve into wonderful worlds of magic and mayhem to uncover what makes a great fantasy book.

This month's book is Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology by Shane Hawk & Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Delve into wonderful worlds of magic and mayhem to uncover what makes a great fantasy book.

This month's book is Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology by Shane Hawk & Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

This program is for adults only. Please do not bring children of any age.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crafter's Social Hour

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Crafter's Social Hour:

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, le...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, learn the basics, or just socialize with friends Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kansas Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adult
Kansas Room Koffee Hour:

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The K...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The Kansas Room Coordinator is available to answer questions and assist with Kansas Room resources.
 


 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Baking Demo with Cathy Drabkin

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Gallery at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Demonstration
Age Group:
Adult

Baking master Cathy Drabkin will demonstrate how to make some of her recipes. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Demonstration
Event Details:

Baking master Cathy Drabkin will demonstrate how to make some of her recipes. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crafter's Social Hour

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Schmidt Community Commons at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Crafter's Social Hour:

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, le...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you love to knit or crochet, or do you want to pick up a new hobby? Join us to work on your favorite crafts: cross-stitch, embroidery sewing, and more! Work on your projects, learn the basics, or just socialize with friends Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kansas Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adult
Kansas Room Koffee Hour:

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The K...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History

Join us each Thursday morning for a laid back coffee hour with like-minded individuals. Patrons are welcome to discuss local history, genealogy, research, memories, and more! The Kansas Room Coordinator is available to answer questions and assist with Kansas Room resources.
 


 

This event is in the "Adult" group

True Crime Book Club

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult
True Crime Book Club:

Channel your inner "murderino" and discuss a new true crime book every month.

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club

Channel your inner "murderino" and discuss a new true crime book every month.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Outside the Library at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear:

Put your 4-person team together and head to the Paisley Pear for trivia with a new theme each month. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gaming

Put your 4-person team together and head to the Paisley Pear for trivia with a new theme each month.