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Crystal Flowers

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Trish Davies Activity Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult

Discover the magic of crystallizing your own flowers!

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Discover the magic of crystallizing your own flowers!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group

Itty Bitty

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Itty Bitty:

Build early literacy skills from birth! Rhymes, fingerplays, music, and more await you and your child! Afterward, stay for playtime and visit with other parents and caregivers.&nbs...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Build early literacy skills from birth! Rhymes, fingerplays, music, and more await you and your child! Afterward, stay for playtime and visit with other parents and caregivers.
 

Older siblings are welcome at Itty Bitty. If you are looking for a Storytime geared for your older child, please join us on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Board Games

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tween
Board Games:

Spend a relaxing hour defeating your enemies in board game tournaments. Become the undefeated Monopoly champion or show our staff how to play your favorite games. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Gaming

Spend a relaxing hour defeating your enemies in board game tournaments. Become the undefeated Monopoly champion or show our staff how to play your favorite games.


 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Video Games

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Trish Davies Activity Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Young Adult
YA Video Games:

Challenge your friends in your favorite video games or try a new one!  We has a PS4, PS5, XBoxOne, Wii, and Switch!  

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Gaming

Challenge your friends in your favorite video games or try a new one!  We has a PS4, PS5, XBoxOne, Wii, and Switch! 


 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Crafter's Social Hour

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 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, April 15, 2026 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...

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


 

Disclaimer(s)

Adults Only

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

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Interactive Storytime

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
STEM, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Interactive Storytime:

No need for books during this Storytime! Littles will help retell popular stories through an interactive display. For ages 3-5. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: STEM, Storytime

No need for books during this Storytime! Littles will help retell popular stories through an interactive display. For ages 3-5. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Chess Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Upper Level Commons Area at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Young Adult
Chess:

Want to learn to play chess? Need to sharpen your skills? Chess Club is for you! Instructor Randy Brull will teach you everything you need to know about the game. Chess Club meets ...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Upper Level Commons Area
Age Group: Children, Tween, Young Adult
Program Type: Gaming

Want to learn to play chess? Need to sharpen your skills? Chess Club is for you! Instructor Randy Brull will teach you everything you need to know about the game. Chess Club meets every Thursday. Please plan to attend each week. 
 


 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Trish Davies Activity Room at Hays Public Library
Age Group:
Young Adult

Apply to be a volunteer to give back to your community and the library!

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Event Details:

Apply to be a volunteer to give back to your community and the library!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Great Books Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group

Storytime at Rainbow Stage near ARC Park

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime at Rainbow Stage near ARC Park:

This Storytime will be at the Rainbow Stage near ARC Park.  Bring the family and enjoy some outdoor time together with stories, music, dance and more.  In case of rain, t...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

This Storytime will be at the Rainbow Stage near ARC Park.  Bring the family and enjoy some outdoor time together with stories, music, dance and more.  In case of rain, this event will relocate to the Storytime Room at HPL.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Board Games

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Trish Davies Activity Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Young Adult
Board Games:

Spend a relaxing hour defeating your enemies in board game tournaments. Become the undefeated Monopoly champion or show our staff how to play your favorite games. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Gaming

Spend a relaxing hour defeating your enemies in board game tournaments. Become the undefeated Monopoly champion or show our staff how to play your favorite games.


 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Video Games

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tween
CH Video Games:

Challenge your friends in your favorite video games or try a new one!  

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Gaming

Challenge your friends in your favorite video games or try a new one!  

This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

26th Annual Poetry Contest

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Schmidt Gallery at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Literary Event
Age Group:
Young Adult, Adult

Come join us for the Hays Public Library 25th Annual Poetry Contest! It's open to ages 16 and up. Please bring 4 copies of an original unpublished poem. Don't feel like competing, but still want to partake in the poetry?

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Young Adult, Adult
Program Type: Literary Event
Event Details:

Come join us for the Hays Public Library 25th Annual Poetry Contest! It's open to ages 16 and up. Please bring 4 copies of an original unpublished poem. Don't feel like competing, but still want to partake in the poetry?

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group

Itty Bitty

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Itty Bitty:

Build early literacy skills from birth! Rhymes, fingerplays, music, and more await you and your child! Afterward, stay for playtime and visit with other parents and caregivers.&nbs...

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Build early literacy skills from birth! Rhymes, fingerplays, music, and more await you and your child! Afterward, stay for playtime and visit with other parents and caregivers.
 

Older siblings are welcome at Itty Bitty. If you are looking for a Storytime geared for your older child, please join us on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cookbook Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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 "Birth to Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Movie Monday

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween
Movie Monday:

Relax on Monday afternoon with a movie and snacks!

This week, we are watching The Lorax. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween
Event Details:

Relax on Monday afternoon with a movie and snacks!

This week, we are watching The Lorax. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Movie Monday

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Trish Davies Activity Room at Hays Public Library
Age Group:
Young Adult
Movie Monday:

Relax on Monday afternoon with a movie and snacks!

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult

Relax on Monday afternoon with a movie and snacks!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chess Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 "Birth to Pre-K" group

Sleepy Storytime

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Sleepy Storytime & Songs:

Ease into your day with this sleepy Storytime. Come in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffie or blankie if you wish.   

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Ease into your day with this sleepy Storytime. Come in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffie or blankie if you wish.  


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Book Tasting Party

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Trish Davies Activity Room at Hays Public Library
Age Group:
Young Adult

In honor of National Library Week, come dine at the Reading Cafe! Embrace your inner critic by sampling different books. 

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Event Details:

In honor of National Library Week, come dine at the Reading Cafe! Embrace your inner critic by sampling different books. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Seed Planting with K-State Research & Extension

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children’s Storytime Room at Hays Public Library
Program Type:
Demonstration
Age Group:
Children, Tween

Celebrate Earth Day with a presentation from K-State Research and Extension, then plant seeds to take home!

Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Demonstration
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with a presentation from K-State Research and Extension, then plant seeds to take home!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Painting Class

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 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.