Upcoming Events

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Science Book Club

Science Book Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
True Crime

True Crime Book Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Trivia Night

Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Outside the Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Gaming
Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Cookbook Club

Cookbook Club

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Legislative Coffee

Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 8:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Engage in conversation with local legislators during this free event hosted by the Hays Chamber of Commerce. Coffee and scones from Breathe Coffee House will be served from 8-8:30am, and the forum will begin at 8:30. 

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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.

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 Muppets. 

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!

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.

Mini Easter Baskets

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
Event Details:

Get ready for Easter with a mini Easter basket made from a toilet paper roll, popsicle sticks and a pipe cleaner.

Stained Glass Bookmark

4:00pm–5:00pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Transport into your gothic cathedral fantasy with a DIY stained glass bookmark - designed by you for you. 

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.

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.  
 

Storytime w/ 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

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.

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tween, Young Adult
Gaming
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. 
 


 

Becoming a Mom

4:00pm–8:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room Requested: Schmidt Gallery
Purpose of Meeting and Setup Desired

Becoming a Mom classes

Dungeons & Dragons

5:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult
Gaming
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Trish Davies Activity Room
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join the quest, roll the dice, and shape your destiny in an epic adventure!

Authors Tim Bascom & Ruth Maus

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Author Event
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event

STREAM Storytime

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.

Board 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

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.


 

Book Mania Championship Party

4:00pm–5:00pm
Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween, Young Adult
Special Event
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Upper Level Commons Area
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween, Young Adult
Program Type: Special Event

Video 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

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

Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

8:30am–10:00am
Adult
Special Event
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Community Commons
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Engage in conversation with local legislators during this free event hosted by the Hays Chamber of Commerce. Coffee and scones from Breathe Coffee House will be served from 8-8:30am, and the forum will begin at 8:30. 

Puzzle Competition

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Gaming
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all puzzlers! Come to the Hays Public Library for a puzzle competition. Each team can consist of 5 puzzlers and light refreshments will be provided.  One team member should register for their whole team.

Egg Hunt

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

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.

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!

Egg Hunt

6:00pm–7:00pm
Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween
Storytime
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Children’s Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween
Program Type: Storytime

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.