This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Early Active Reading 10:00am - 10:30am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Early Active Reading 10:00am - 10:30am 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Preschool Basics 10:30am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Preschool Basics 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K Event Details: This class focuses on developing fine/gross motor skills, social/emotional skills, and phonics. Registration is required. Click here to register.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Readiness & Review - Pre-K-K 1:00pm - 2:00pm Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Readiness & Review - Pre-K-K 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K Event Details: This program is for students who will be entering kindergarten. We will be working on strengthening reading skills. Limited to 14 students, registration is required.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Movie Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm Young Adult This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Movie Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Movie Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Movie Monday 2:00pm - 3:30pm 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! In celebration of Color Our Block, join us for Movie Monday featuring The Lego Movie!
This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Fantasy Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult Book Club This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Fantasy Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Book Club Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Delve into wonderful worlds of magic and mayhem to uncover what makes a great fantasy book. 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. Jul 29 2025 Tue Sleepy Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Sleepy Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue STREAM Team 10:30am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K, Children STEM This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue STREAM Team 10:30am - 11:00am STEM Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: STEM This program is a safe place for your child to explore new scientific ideas that align with this year's summer reading theme (this year's theme is Color Our World). We include games to build your child's motor skills, crafts to grow their imagination, and science experiments to encourage their curiosity.No sign up required. This program is geared towards children aged 3 and up but everyone is welcome! 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. Jul 29 2025 Tue Readiness and Review, K-2 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Readiness and Review, K-2 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children Event Details: This session is for children entering kindergarten, first, or second grade in August. This group will help the children maintain and build their skills during the summer months. This session will be limited to 14 students. An adult
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Crafternoon: Beaded Wind Chimes 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Tween Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Crafternoon: Beaded Wind Chimes 2:00pm - 3:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: For our final Crafternoon, join us in making beaded wind chimes to Color Our Block!
This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Teens in the Kitchen: No Bake S'mores Bars 2:00pm - 3:00pm Young Adult This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Teens in the Kitchen: No Bake S'mores Bars 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult Event Details: Join us for a session of Teens in the Kitchen and follow a recipe to create your own treat!
This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue DIY Suncatchers 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue DIY Suncatchers 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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. Jul 30 2025 Wed Itty Bitty 10:00am - 10:30am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Itty Bitty 10:00am - 10:30am 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed STREAM Team 10:30am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K, Children STEM This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed STREAM Team 10:30am - 11:00am STEM Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: STEM This program is a safe place for your child to explore new scientific ideas that align with this year's summer reading theme (this year's theme is Color Our World). We include games to build your child's motor skills, crafts to grow their imagination, and science experiments to encourage their curiosity.No sign up required. This program is geared towards children aged 3 and up but everyone is welcome! 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Storytime 1:00pm - 1:30pm Birth to Pre-K, Children Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Storytime 1:00pm - 1:30pm Storytime Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: A family friendly Storytime aligned with the Summer Reading weekly theme.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Board Games 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Tween Gaming This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Board Games 2:00pm - 3:00pm Gaming Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Upper Level Commons Area 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. Jul 30 2025 Wed Video Games 2:00pm - 3:00pm Young Adult Gaming This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Video Games 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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!
This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Crafter's Social Hour 5:30pm - 7:00pm Adult Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Crafter's Social Hour 5:30pm - 7:00pm 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Interactive Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth to Pre-K STEM, Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Interactive Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am STEM, Storytime Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K Program Type: STEM, 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Kansas Room Koffee Hour 10:00am - 11:00am Adult History This event is in the "Adult" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Kansas Room Koffee Hour 10:00am - 11:00am 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu STREAM Team 10:30am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K, Children STEM This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu STREAM Team 10:30am - 11:00am STEM Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: STEM This program is a safe place for your child to explore new scientific ideas that align with this year's summer reading theme (this year's theme is Color Our World). We include games to build your child's motor skills, crafts to grow their imagination, and science experiments to encourage their curiosity.No sign up required. This program is geared towards children aged 3 and up but everyone is welcome! 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. Jul 31 2025 Thu Social Hour 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children, Tween This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Social Hour 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Hays Public Library Age Group: Children, Tween Event Details: Meet and Greet with a HPL librarian! Get to know our librarians and their favorite books, games, and more!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Chess Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Tween, Young Adult Gaming This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jul 31 2025 Thu Chess Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 1 2025 Fri End of Summer Challenge Party 9:00am - 5:00pm All Ages Special Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 1 2025 Fri End of Summer Challenge Party 9:00am - 5:00pm Special Event Library Branch: Hays Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Celebrate the end of the Hays Public Library Summer Reading Challenge!
