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Grinnell Benefit Book Sale

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Special Event

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To assist the Grinnell school libraries with their recovery needs after the recent tornado, the Hays Public Library is hosting a benefit book sale. All proceeds will go to the Grinnell school libraries.

Grinnell Benefit Book Sale

Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Special Event

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Cookbook Club

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Club

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This month, no book; instead, bring in a favorite summer recipe to share with the group.

Painting Class

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Murder Mystery Dinner

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: Adult

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Can you solve the murder mystery? Join us for dinner and intrigue while testing your investigative skills. The theme for this murder mystery will be based on a baking competition. Limited to the first 30.

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9 am	This event is in the "All Ages" group Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff Party 9:00am–5:00pm All Ages Special Event 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 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Join us for the Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff Party! 9am-Noon: Art Festival - 5 art stations to explore your creativity 1pm: Interactive Movie 3pm: Painting Session - Limited to first 50 youth patrons			This event is in the "All Ages" group Fishing at Big Creek 9:00am–10:00am All Ages Special Event 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: Special Event		This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Downtown Hays Market 9:00am–11:00am 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 Event Details: The Bookmobile is stocked with books and movies for all ages! You can sign up for a library card, and it even has WiFi. The Downtown Hays Market is at the pavilion located at 10th and Main.
10 am	This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ ARC Park 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group Sleepy Storytime 10:00am–10:30am 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 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 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: STEM Event Details: 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! You are an important piece of the Hays Public Library! Join us in the gallery to paint your piece of our Summer Reading collaborative mural. 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–10:30am 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. This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: STEM Event Details: 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! Chalk It Up! Decorate the sidewalks of the library with chalk. 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group Interactive Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Birth to Pre-K STEM, 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: 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 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 "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Community Carnival @ Big Creek Crossing 10:00am–2:00pm 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: STEM Event Details: 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! Make your own library tote for carrying your summer reading books! 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 @ Rainbow Stage @ ARC Park 10:00am–10:45am 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group Storytime at Rainbow Stage near ARC Park 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: Outside the Library Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: Storytime This Storytime will be at the Rainbow Stage near ARC Park. Bring the family and enjoy some outdoor time together with stories, music, dance and more. In case of rain, this event will relocate to the Storytime Room at HPL. 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Children" group Readiness and Review, 3-5 11:00am–12:00pm 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 Event Details: This session is for children entering third, fourth, or fifth 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.
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1 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Readiness and Review, K-2 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 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 Event Details: Join us for Storytime as we read Library Lily and do an activity after.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Social Hour 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 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 TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Time 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 Age Group: Children, Tween Event Details: Join the Teen Advisory Board for some fun! They are hosting an activity session with board games, crafts, and more for the younger youth.
2 pm		This event is in the "Young Adult" group Bleeding Tissue Paper Bookmarks 2:00pm–3:00pm 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: This week is Color Our Library Week! Join us and make your very own unique bleeding tissue paper bookmarks. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Crafternoon: Canvas Painting 2:00pm–3:00pm 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: Kick off Summer Reading by joining us in painting canvases that we will hang up on our children's floor!	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Board Games 2:00pm–3:00pm 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: 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 "Adult" group Library Grounds 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 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 "Young Adult" group Video Games 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 This event is in the "Young Adult" group 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Young Adult" group Board Games 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Video Games 2:00pm–3:00pm 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!
3 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Meet the Hays Larks 3:00pm–4:00pm All Ages 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: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Come to the library to meet this year's Hays Larks, take pictures, get autographs and enjoy a frozen treat.
4 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group Bookish T-Shirts & Totes 4:00pm–6:30pm 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 Event Details: Show off your love of reading by creating a unique t-shirt or tote!
5 pm			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.	This event is in the "Young Adult" group Teen Advisory Board 5:00pm–6:00pm 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: Conference Room Age Group: Young Adult
6 pm		This event is in the "Adult" group Citronella Candles 6:00pm–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 Gallery Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Summer is here and the mosquitos are out in force! Make your own citronella candles and experience the freedom of the outdoors.

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