Week Calendar

Name: Puzzle Swap
Start: 2024-12-03T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-12-03T19:00:00-06:00
Location: Hays Public Library

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Puzzle Swap

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: All Ages

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Finished your puzzle? Bring in your gently used puzzles and swap them for a new-to-you puzzle! Puzzles must have no missing pieces and be in good condition.

Snowman Craft

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Get in the holiday spirit with this cute craft!

Frost Fest

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Upper Level Commons Area

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event

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Come to the library for fun with Santa in the morning and crafts in the afternoon! All activities are free.

How-To Series: Gift Wrapping

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Presentation

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Join HPL and Chestnut Street Floral in learning how to wrap the perfect gift.

Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Outside the Library

Age Group: Adult

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

Cookbook Club

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Trish Davies Activity Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Club

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

This month, choose your own cookbook, or make your favorite recipe to share with the group!

Holiday Cookie and Recipe Swap

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: Adult

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Bring in a few dozen of your favorite cookies with the recipe and swap those for other cookies! HPL will make copies of all recipes in attendance for participants.

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All Day	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Book Mania Tournament Week 4 All Day 3/18 - 3/24 Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween, Young Adult Literary Event, Special Event This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween, Young Adult Program Type: Literary Event, Special Event Event Details: Two weeks of bracket play remain for the Book Mania reading tournament. Read books, vote on your favorites, win prizes! Brackets are due April 1st	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Book Mania Tournament Final Week All Day 3/25 - 3/30 Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween, Young Adult Literary Event, Special Event This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween, Young Adult Program Type: Literary Event, Special Event Event Details: Final week of bracket play for the Book Mania reading tournament. Brackets are due April 1st.
9 am				This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Itty Bitty 9:15am - 10:00am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Egg Hunt Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Enjoy stories, hunt for eggs, and take photos with a bunny at this special Storytime!	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sleepy Storytime & Songs : No More Naps 10:00am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K, Children Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children 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. Itty Bitty 10:00am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K 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 "All Ages" group. Bookmobile @ Wyndam Place 10:30am - 11:30am All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Adult" group. Kansas Room Koffee Hour 10:00am - 11:00am Adult History This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. STREAM Storytime : Cloud Dance 10:00am - 11:00am Birth to Pre-K, Children STEM, Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children 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.
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12 pm						Closing Library Closes Early 12:00pm - 6:00pm Branches: Hays Public Library
1 pm					Reservation Prairie Garden Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room Requested: Schmidt Gallery Purpose of Meeting Normal set up with red chairs. Will need projector.
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3 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Bookmobile @ ARC Park 3:30pm - 4:30pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Movie Monday : Transformers : Rise of the Beasts 4:00pm - 5:30pm Young Adult This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult Event Details: Join us for a movie and snacks! This week's movie is Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.	This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Coffee Filter Flowers 4:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Create a beautiful bouquet of flowers using coffee filters and water paint! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Sand Art 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tween Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Use colored sand to create jewelry, art, and more.	This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Video Games 4:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Gaming This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Video Games 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tween Gaming This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Disney Villains Trivia 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tween This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tween" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Tween Event Details: Spend an hour showing off your knowledge of Disney villains while enjoying a snack and competition, and maybe win a prize along the way. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Giant Board Game Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Gaming This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Spend an hour playing giant board games! We have chess, connect four, giant uno and more!
5 pm				This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Teen Book Club 5:00pm - 6:00pm Young Adult Book Club This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Book Club Event Details: In collaboration with Options, the Teen Book Club will be held on the last Wednesday of the month. Teens will have the opportunity to read and discuss a different book each month. This event is in the "Adult" group. Crafter's Social Hour 5:30pm - 7:00pm Adult Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group. Adulting 101: Budgeting 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Adult Event Details: Need an adult-ier adult? Become one yourself! Adulting 101 discussing tips, tricks, and how-to’s of specific parts of life. Golden Belt Bank will share tips and advice on budgeting for this program. This event is in the "Children" group. Easter Egg Hunt and Pictures with the Easter Bunny 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children 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. Solar Eclipse Presentation 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult Presentation, STEM This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentation, STEM	This event is in the "Adult" group. Arab-Jewish Relations: A Brief History Up to the Present with Dr. Jonathan Sciarcon 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult Presentation This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Adult Program Type: Presentation Event Details: In this talk, Jonathan Sciarcon will provide community members with a brief overview of Arab-Jewish and Muslim-Jewish relations from the rise of Islam in the 7th century up through the 21st century. This event is in the "Adult" group. Seed Swap 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Community Commons Age Group: Adult Event Details: It’s a potluck but with seeds! Each participant brings one or two varieties of seeds to share with others and leaves with many more.

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