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Artist Exhibit Tear Down

9:00am - 11:45am
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room Requested: Schmidt Gallery
Purpose of Meeting and Setup Desired

The artist will be in Friday morning to take down their work. I doubt it takes the whole length of time reserved.

Library Closes Early

12:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Hays Public Library

World Language Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Presentation
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Join HPL for World Language Club, held on the third Saturday of the Month!  Enjoy a variety of opportunities, including mini lessons, themed treats, and new languages! 

 

This Month's language will be Chinese. 

Bookmobile @ Victoria City Park

1:00pm - 2:30pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

The Bookmobile is stocked with books and movies for all ages! You can sign up for a library card, and it even has WiFi. 

Library Closed for Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Hays Public Library

Early Active Reading

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Exercise your brain and body in this active reading program. We will review letter sounds and combine early literacy skills with kinesthetic movement, art, and music. 


 

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.

Bookmobile @ Massey Park

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

The Bookmobile is stocked with books and movies for all ages! You can sign up for a library card, and it even has WiFi. 

Movie Monday

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween
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 Despicable Me! 

Movie Monday

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Young Adult
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult

Relax on Monday afternoon with a movie and snacks!

Holocaust Remembrance Film Showing

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult
History
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History
Event Details:

Film showing of Sometimes in April and discussion with Sarah Keiss.

Chess Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Gaming
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.

Sleepy Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
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.

Public safety

10:00am - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room Requested: Schmidt Gallery
Purpose of Meeting and Setup Desired

Educate and help individuals increase there personal safety through free classes offered to public.

Public Safety

2:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room Requested: Schmidt Gallery
Purpose of Meeting and Setup Desired

Offered free to the public a class on situational awareness and developing a personal and home safety plan. Goal is to educate and help develop safety awareness to the citizens of local communities.

Black Out Poetry

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Literary Event
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Literary Event

Bottlecap Bugs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Tween
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Itty Bitty

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
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.

Bookmobile @ Wyndam Place

10:30am - 11:30am
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

The Bookmobile is stocked with books and movies for all ages! You can sign up for a library card, and it even has WiFi. 

Bookmobile @ FHSU Beach/Schmidt

12:00pm - 2:00pm
All Ages
Bookmobile
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile

The Bookmobile is stocked with books and movies for all ages! You can sign up for a library card, and it even has WiFi. 

Board Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Tween
Gaming
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.


 

Video Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Gaming
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! 


 

Crafter's Social Hour

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adult
Arts & Crafts
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.  
 

STREAM Storytime with HPD

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Pre-K
STEM, Storytime
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: STEM, Storytime

STREAM Storytime ties reading to other core skills.  STREAM stands for science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and math.  Adult assistance is needed at this Storytime to help children complete the activities.


 

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.

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
History
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
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.