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Art Walk

Spring Art Walk

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Special Event

Fantasy

Fantasy Book Club

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Club

book wreaths

Mini Book Wreaths

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us for a fun crafting night! Make your own mini book wreath.

Science Fest

KScience Festival

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Special Event, STEM

Event Details:

Gather your family and friends and come to Downtown Hays for the Hays Kansas Science Festival! Participate in science technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) activities.

stress fest

How-To: Relieve the Stress Fest

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Outside the Library

Age Group: Adult

Event Details:

Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just plain stressed? How-To: Relieve the Stress Fest is your go-to guide for finding calm in the chaos.

Kamali

Virtual Author Talk with Marjan Kamali

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Author Event

Event Details:

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran, a story of two y

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Time	Sun (5/17)	Mon (5/18)	Tue (5/19)	Wed (5/20)	Thu (5/21)	Fri (5/22)	Sat (5/23)
9 am							This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Downtown Hays Market 9:00am–10:30am All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 @ Wyndam Place 10:30am–11:30am All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 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. Reservation Artist Exhibit Tear Down 10:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room Requested: Schmidt Gallery Purpose of Meeting and Setup Desired - Please be specific. Vague responses may cause requests to be denied. Tear down artwork from Western Painters Society exhibit.
11 am							This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Picnic at the PARC @ ARC Park 11:00am–2:00pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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.
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group Virtual Author Talk with Nir Eyal 1:00pm–2:00pm Adult Author Event This event is in the "Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: Author Event Event Details: In Beyond Belief, Nir Eyal reveals how the hidden assumptions you carry shape what you see, how you feel, and what you do—and how to replace them with beliefs that unlock your true potential.		This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Ellis Estates - Building #1 1:30pm–2:00pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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.
2 pm					This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Ellis Estates - Building #2 2:00pm–2:30pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Ellis Estates - Building #3 2:30pm–3:00pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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.
3 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Sunrise Park 3:30pm–4:30pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ ARC Park 3:30pm–4:30pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 "All Ages" group Bookmobile @ Ellis Estates - Building #4 3:00pm–3:30pm All Ages Bookmobile This event is in the "All Ages" group 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
5 pm		This event is in the "Adult" group Page to Picture Book Club - Wicked 5:00pm–7:00pm Adult Book Club This event is in the "Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Are you a passionate book lover who also loves movies? Join us in combining our two favorite things: reading great stories and watching them come alive on the big screen!		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 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 Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Adult Gaming This event is in the "Adult" group 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 Great Books Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adult Book Club This event is in the "Adult" group 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.