Week Calendar

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Legislative Coffee

Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

Saturday, February 28, 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 from Breathe Coffee House will be served from 8-8:30am, and the forum will begin at 8:30.

Dr. Seuss

Dr. Seuss Storytime

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Children’s Storytime Room

Age Group: Birth to Pre-K

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday with a special Storytime!

H2: terrariums

How-To: DIY Spring Terrariums

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Come create your own mini moss terrariums!

Seed Library Opening

Seed Library Opening & Garden Season Kickoff!

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: Adult

Event Details:

Celebrate the start of garden season with us! Enjoy garden talk, participate in a seed swap, learn about the HPL Seed Library, and hear Pam Martin share a wonderful program about the incredible migration of the Monarch butterfly.

True Crime

True Crime Book Club

Monday, March 9, 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, March 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Outside the Library

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Gaming

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10 am		This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Early Active Reading 10:00am–10:30am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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 Preschool Basics 10:30am–11:00am Birth to Pre-K This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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. This class is full. If you have questions, contact Ashlyn at asager@hayslibrary.org.	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 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 Itty Bitty 10:00am–10:30am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group 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 "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.	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Storytime at Rainbow Stage near ARC Park 10:00am–10:30am Birth to Pre-K Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Outside the Library Age Group: Birth to Pre-K 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
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm		This event is in the "Young Adult" group Video Games 2:00pm–3:00pm Young Adult This event is in the "Young Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult	This event is in the "Young Adult" group Wire Wings 2:00pm–3:00pm Young Adult Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Young Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Twist and mold pipe cleaners to create your favorite insect!	This event is in the "Young Adult" group TAB Time 2:00pm–3:00pm Young Adult This event is in the "Young Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult
3 pm
4 pm				Reservation HPL Board Meeting 4:00pm–5:30pm 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. Hays Public Library Board of Directors monthly meeting.		This event is in the "Young Adult" group Board Games 4:00pm–5:00pm Young Adult Gaming This event is in the "Young Adult" group 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.
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 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 Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Young Adult Event Details: Apply to be a volunteer to give back to your community and the library!
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 Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adult" group True Crime Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Channel your inner "murderino" and discuss a new true crime book every month.	This event is in the "Adult" group Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear 6:30pm–8:00pm Adult Gaming This event is in the "Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Outside the Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: Gaming Put your 4-person team together and head to the Paisley Pear for trivia with a new theme each month.	This event is in the "Adult" group Cozy Mystery Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adult Book Club This event is in the "Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Kansas Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club If you enjoy murder mysteries like Murder She Wrote or Miss Marple, cozies are a great choice for you! These mysteries tend to feature an amateur sleuth, the murders happen behind the scenes, and so do any steamy scenes. We read either a stand alone title, or the first in a series, so you can explore more on your own. This Book Club has been offered at HPL for over 10 years, and we welcome you to join this fun-loving, mystery-solving group! We meet the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. Disclaimer(s) Adults Only This program is for adults only. Please do not bring children of any age.	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.