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Painting Class

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Gallery

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Cozy Mystery Book Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Kansas Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Club

Great Books Book Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Club

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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.

America's Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Author Shoshana Walter

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Virtual

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Author Event

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Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

Authors Tim Bascom & Ruth Maus

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Author Event

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Ruth Maus is an award-winning, internationally published poet & author. Her debut novel, Lunacy and Acts of God, was published in 2025. https://ruthmaus.com/gallery/

Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 8:30am - 10:00am

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Schmidt Community Commons

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Special Event

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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.

Egg Hunt

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Hays Public Library

Room: Children’s Storytime Room

Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children, Tween

Program Type: Storytime

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Time	Mon (7/20)	Tue (7/21)	Wed (7/22)	Thu (7/23)	Fri (7/24)
9 am	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group HAC Beads & Bangles (Ages 5-8) 9:30am–10:30am Birth to Pre-K, Children Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Fun with simple jewelry projects. Participants will make beaded bracelets & necklaces, create from unexpected items, make beaded key chains, & more! Register for this session by June 17th.
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 event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group T-Rex Tea Party 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 Event Details: We'll read dinosaur stories, practice our best ROAR, and learn how even the mightiest T-Rex can use tea party manners. Little paleontologists can dress in their fanciest tea attire or their fiercest dino gear - tutus and tails 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 STREAM: Sternberg 10:30am–11:00am Children, Tween Presentation, STEM This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Presentation, STEM Event Details: Learn from the Sternberg Museum with presentations and activities on a different subject each week!	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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group STREAM 10:30am–11:00am Children, Tween STEM This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: STEM Event Details: Each Wednesday morning enjoy an activity that fits with this year's Summer Reading theme.	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Interactive Storytime w/ WKCAC 10:00am–10:30am Birth to Pre-K STEM, 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: STEM, Storytime Event Details: No need for books during this Storytime! Littles will help retell popular stories through an interactive display. For ages 3-5. Enjoy a special Storytime and learn more about the Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group STREAM 10:30am–11:00am Children, Tween STEM This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: STEM Event Details: Get creative with a different STREAM activity each week!	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Dinosaur Swim/Splash Pad at 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 Event Details: Stomp, splash, and ROAR your way into the coolest party of the season! Join us for a prehistoric Storytime where dinosaurs meet water fun. 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 HAC Summer Makers Workshop (Ages 6-11) 10:00am–11:00am Children, Tween Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Upcoming Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Students will have fun with a variety of great summer themed arts & craft projects using wood, paper, & recycled materials. Watercolor, collage, printmaking, crafts and more will provide participants with some summer fun & creativity. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Chess Tournament 10:00am–2:30pm Children, Tween, Young Adult Gaming, Special Event Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Upcoming Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Children, Tween, Young Adult Program Type: Gaming, Special Event Registration Required Event Details: The Summer Chess Tournament is for ages 17 and younger. Preregistration is requested.
11 am	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group HAC Beads & Bangles (Ages 9-13) 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Tween, Young Adult Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Upcoming Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: Children, Tween, Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Fun with simple jewelry projects. Participants will make beaded bracelets & necklaces, create from unexpected items, make beaded key chains, & more! Register for this session by July 17th.			This event is in the "Young Adult" group Dungeons & Dragons 11:00am–12:30pm 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 Event Details: Join the quest, roll the dice, and shape your destiny in an epic adventure!
12 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group Cookbook Club 12:30pm–1:30pm 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 Read the book and prepare a recipe to share with the group!
1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Readiness & Review - Pre-K-K 1:00pm–2:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children 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 "Children" group Readiness and Review, K-2 1:00pm–2:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group 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 Readiness and Review, 3-5 1:00pm–2:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group 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.
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 "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group 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 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! This week, we are watching The Good Dinosaur.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Dinosaur Feet 2:00pm–3:00pm Children, Tween Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Children’s Storytime Room Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Channel your inner dinosaur by creating dinosaur feet that you can wear! This event is in the "Young Adult" group Teens in the Kitchen: Dino Eggs 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 Event Details: Join us in creating dinosaur eggs from the traditional Rice Krispie recipe!	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group TAB Time 2:00pm–3:00pm Children, Tween, Young Adult This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Trish Davies Activity Room Age Group: Children, Tween, Young Adult Event Details: Join our Teen Advisory Board for some fun! They are hosting an activity session with board games, crafts, and more for the younger youth.	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 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 Dungeons & Dragons 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 Event Details: Join the quest, roll the dice, and shape your destiny in an epic adventure! This session is for grades 6-8!	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 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!
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5 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group Page to Picture Book Club: Jurassic Park 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		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 "All Ages" group Jurassic Spelling Bee 5:30pm–7:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Hays Public Library Room: Schmidt Gallery Age Group: All Ages
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 Painting Class 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 Enjoy an adults only painting class with a local teacher! Participation is limited to the first 30 attendees. Disclaimer(s) Adults Only This program is for adults only. Please do not bring children of any age.

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