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Featured Events

Great Books

Great Books Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Great Books Book 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.

Fantasy

Fantasy Book Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Jane Austen

Jane Austen Tea Party

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Schmidt Gallery
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Literary Event
Event Details:

Calling all Jane Austen fans! Enjoy a Regency era tea party at the library on January 27th.

Liz Moore

Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller and one of NPR’s 2024 “Books We Love” highlights.

Legislative Coffee

Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

Saturday, January 31, 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. 

DIY Stained Glass Craft

DIY Stained Glass Craft

Thursday, February 5, 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 in crafting your own unique take on stain glass. 

Riley

Virtual Discussion with Author Vanessa Riley

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Hays Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword & Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye.

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