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Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adult
Gaming
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

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

July's theme is Birth of a Nation. 

Contact the Paisley Pear to reserve a table.

This event is in the "Adult" group

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.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
History
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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Book Club
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

Painting Class

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Arts & Crafts
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.

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Adults Only

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

This event is in the "Adult" group

Library Grounds

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
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

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.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cozy Mystery Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
Book Club
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 Steeped in Secrets by Lauren Elliott. 

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

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
History
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
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Join us as the Humane Society of the High Plains explores different ways you can help them and their furry friends. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Great Books Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
Book Club
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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Book Club
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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


 

This month's book is Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Triumphant and Unfussy New Favorites: A Cookbook by Deb Perelman. eBook available on Libby.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Chess Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Heritage Scrapbooking

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Heritage scrapbooking is the perfect place to showcase and protect your precious family photos, heirlooms, and memories.

This event is in the "Adult" group

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.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
History
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
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

In 1876, Father Valentine Sommereisen, a German-speaking priest from France, arrived in Hays just as waves of Volga-German immigrants were settling in the region.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Fantasy Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Book Club
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 Wicked by Gregory Maguire. 

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

DIY Suncatchers

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create your own beautiful sun catcher! Enjoy a night to express your creativity. 

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

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.  
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Kansas Room Koffee Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
History
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

Lessons in Dance: Hip Hop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Demonstration
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Demonstration
Event Details:

Learn some new moves!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Library Grounds

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
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

Chamber Catch-Up

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adult
Special Event
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Please join the Chamber in Hays for a Catching Up with Cottonwood Extension District Hays to talk about World Breastfeeding Week and Month.