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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Preschoolers (ages 3 - 5) are invited to celebrate Native American heritage with Preschool Storytime! Featured books read aloud will be We All Play by Julie Fett and We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom. Enjoy music, puppets, and the flannel story “The Three Sisters.”
Free
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Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.
Free
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Baby’s First Storytime
Baby’s First Storytime
It's never too early to start your child's love of learning! Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for caregivers and babies.
Free
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
2 events,
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Critter Tales
Critter Tales
Gather round for a fun-filled story full of colorful adventures as our volunteers share one of their favorite Critter Tales. This weekly program is designed for our littlest learners with age-appropriate storybooks highlighting the wonders of nature. We meet every Wednesday at 10 am, in Koch Habitat Hall, located in Great Plains Nature Center. Hope […]
Free
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Salvation Army Family Night
Salvation Army Family Night
Every Wednesday Come Join us for Ministry for the entire family, Dinner and Worship for a Christian based evening. Women's Ministry 3-4:30 PM Dinner 5:30pm FREE Bible Study 5:45-7:15pm Club 316 5:45-7:15pm AGES 5-11 TEEN Group 5:45-7:15 AGES 12-17
Free
2 events,
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
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Cuentos Bilingües/Preschool Storytime
Cuentos Bilingües/Preschool Storytime
Whether you want to expose your children to another language or they already hear it in the home, enjoy a unique storytime presented in both English & Spanish.
Free
4 events,
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Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
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Office Hours with Bonita – Click on the link to sign up
Office Hours with Bonita – Click on the link to sign up
Grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee for this online lunch-time virtual chat, open-access session with Bonita Gooch, Editor-in-Chief of The Community Voice. Friday, 12:00pm-1:00pm We'll talk about community issues, ideas for stories, your likes or dislikes about the paper or anything else.It's our chance to hear from our readers. We care […]
Free
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Intro to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Intro to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Ever wanted to learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons? These sessions are designed to teach you about the world's most popular role-playing game. Learn how to make a character, how combat and magic work, using your character's abilities, and more! This is an introductory level program for ages 13 to 18. Call 350-3261 to […]
Free
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Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join in a classic high fantasy Dungeons and Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. Call 350-3261 to register.
Free
6 events,
Bank of America Museums On Us
WHAT: Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive FREE general admission to Botanica Wichita, The Kansas African American Museum Saturday and Kansas Aviation Museum Saturday and Sunday. WHEN: Saturday, January 6 & Sunday, January 7 (+ the first full weekend of each month) WHERE: Learn something new this month […]
Free
Bank of America Museums On Us
April 6 and 7, Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive FREE general admission to Botanica Wichita, The Kansas African American Museum Saturday and Kansas Aviation Museum!
Free
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Engineering Expo
Engineering Expo
Engineering Expo is a fun and free STEM event for kids K-8th grade. Expo has been igniting the imaginations of Wichita’s youth since 1998 by providing hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities. This year Expo will be at Century II’s Expo Hall on April 6th from 9am-3pm. But come early so that you can […]
Free
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Family Gamers’ Guild
Family Gamers’ Guild
Family Gamers' Guild meets on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the library's Frank Fanning Room. Come for the entire time or just stop in and play one game. No registration required. Featured games: February 3 - Clue March 2- Apples to Apples April 6 - Scrabble
Free
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Toddlers Explore!
Toddlers Explore!
Join us for pre-literacy play designed just for babies and toddlers. Children will explore their senses with a variety of textures, sounds, and stimulating environments.
Free
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Monthly meeting for the library's Teen Advisory Board members to discuss upcoming programming, volunteer opportunities, collection suggestions, and more. Snacks are provided!
Free
1 event,
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
5 events,
-
Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.
Free
-
Baby’s First Storytime
Baby’s First Storytime
It's never too early to start your child's love of learning! Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for caregivers and babies.
Free
-
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
-
Teen Tuesday: Indigenous Trickster Tales
Teen Tuesday: Indigenous Trickster Tales
6th - 12th grade teens are invited to explore the epic tricksters of Indigenous folklore. We’ll have black bean soup and blue corn tortilla chips as a snack, make paper plate dreamcatchers, and play “Trickster Coup,” a variation of the card game Coup in which teens will pretend to be various trickster characters like Coyote, […]
Free
4 events,
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Critter Tales
Critter Tales
Gather round for a fun-filled story full of colorful adventures as our volunteers share one of their favorite Critter Tales. This weekly program is designed for our littlest learners with age-appropriate storybooks highlighting the wonders of nature. We meet every Wednesday at 10 am, in Koch Habitat Hall, located in Great Plains Nature Center. Hope […]
Free
-
Salvation Army Family Night
Salvation Army Family Night
Every Wednesday Come Join us for Ministry for the entire family, Dinner and Worship for a Christian based evening. Women's Ministry 3-4:30 PM Dinner 5:30pm FREE Bible Study 5:45-7:15pm Club 316 5:45-7:15pm AGES 5-11 TEEN Group 5:45-7:15 AGES 12-17
Free
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Tween Zone: Latin American Legends
Tween Zone: Latin American Legends
3rd - 5th graders are invited to explore stories, fables, and legends from Latin America. Meet with friends after school for snacks, crafts, games, and book talks.
Free
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Kanza Kids – McConnell AFB Library*
Kanza Kids – McConnell AFB Library*
Program for school aged children. We will be making worry stones and talking about the history of them. (*Must have Base access to attend)
3 events,
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
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Make & Take: Vegetable Patch
Make & Take: Vegetable Patch
Make your own garden and "plant" your vegetables. This is a drop in craft.
Free
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Adventures at the Library: Flowers with O’Keefe
Adventures at the Library: Flowers with O’Keefe
K - 2nd Graders are invited to discover Georgia O’Keeffe, known as the mother of American modernism, who was inspired by the landscape of Abiquiú, a Tewa Pueblo settlement where she made her home. Test your art skills with an art craft inspired by O’Keeffe, as well as listen to books read aloud and enjoy […]
Free
3 events,
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Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
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Teens Create: Mini-Libraries
Teens Create: Mini-Libraries
Come celebrate National Library Week by creating your very own mini-library! We'll provide all the supplies and accessories, just bring your creativity and build the library of your dreams. Registration is required. To register, visit wichitalibrary.org/events or call 261-8516.
Free
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Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join in a classic high fantasy Dungeons and Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. Call 350-3261 to register.
Free
6 events,
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CAREfest: Ride, Run, Walk to benefit Heartspring
CAREfest: Ride, Run, Walk to benefit Heartspring
Walk, run and ride like it’s 1999 at CAREfest on Saturday, April 13! Registration is now open at http://www.wichitacarefest.org. Gear up for a day of ’90s-style fun! Join us in supporting Heartspring’s therapies for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. CAREfest brings together our popular events, PedalFest and the Heartspring CARE Walk, into one great event. Take […]
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Read to Rover
Read to Rover
Read to Rover is a program designed to improve children's reading and communication skills. Reading to a dog is typically less stressful for the child and a whole lot more fun! Children will read to certified Therapy dogs with their handlers from Love On A Leash.
Free
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Read to Rover @ KHS
Read to Rover @ KHS
Read to Rover is a program designed to improve children's reading and communication skills for Grades 1st - 5th. Reading to a dog is typically less stressful for the child and a whole lot more fun! We're excited to partner with Love On A Leash, providing certified therapy dogs for this paw-some service! It'll be […]
Free
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Gardening for Kids
Gardening for Kids
Learn what it takes to help a garden thrive and scoop some soil into your very own starter plant! Each month will feature a different type of plant for budding little gardeners. March: flowers, April: vegetable plants. Tickets will be available beginning 30 minutes before the program at the desk in the Children's Pavilion.
Free
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3D Printing Basics
3D Printing Basics
Learn the basics of 3D printing at the Wichita Public Library. Learn about our MakerBot and Prusa printers and see them in action. Participants will also have a chance to see and touch 3D printed objects. This is the first of three steps to become certified to use our 3D Printers. Registration is required.
Free
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3D Printing: Prusa Processes
3D Printing: Prusa Processes
Become familiar with the process of printing to the Library's Prusa printer. Learn the best practices for optimizing prints for the Prusa i3 MK3S+. This is the second of three steps to be certified to use our Prusa 3D Printer. 3D Printing Basics is a pre-requisite for this class. Must have intermediate keyboard and mouse […]
Free
1 event,
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Open Streets ICT WSU & Shocker Neighborhood
Open Streets ICT WSU & Shocker Neighborhood
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind event that will bring your neighborhood to life! Join us this spring for Open Streets ICT - WSU & Shocker Neighborhood, the ultimate community-building experience. Picture this: 17th Street, just south of Wichita State University, transformed into a vibrant hub of activity. A day filled with physical fun, delicious food […]
Free
2 events,
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
-
Tiny Art Show
Tiny Art Show
Have you ever wanted to display your artwork in a show? Bring your creativity and we will supply paint and canvas! Leave your teensy masterpiece to be displayed from April 16-30 in the Children's Pavilion for others to admire. Call 261-8516 to register.
Free
5 events,
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Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.
Free
-
Baby’s First Storytime
Baby’s First Storytime
It's never too early to start your child's love of learning! Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for caregivers and babies.
Free
-
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
-
3D Printing: Prusa Processes
3D Printing: Prusa Processes
Become familiar with the process of printing to the Library's Prusa printer. Learn the best practices for optimizing prints for the Prusa i3 MK3S+. This is the second of three steps to be certified to use our Prusa 3D Printer. 3D Printing Basics is a pre-requisite for this class. Must have intermediate keyboard and mouse […]
Free
2 events,
-
Critter Tales
Critter Tales
Gather round for a fun-filled story full of colorful adventures as our volunteers share one of their favorite Critter Tales. This weekly program is designed for our littlest learners with age-appropriate storybooks highlighting the wonders of nature. We meet every Wednesday at 10 am, in Koch Habitat Hall, located in Great Plains Nature Center. Hope […]
Free
-
Salvation Army Family Night
Salvation Army Family Night
Every Wednesday Come Join us for Ministry for the entire family, Dinner and Worship for a Christian based evening. Women's Ministry 3-4:30 PM Dinner 5:30pm FREE Bible Study 5:45-7:15pm Club 316 5:45-7:15pm AGES 5-11 TEEN Group 5:45-7:15 AGES 12-17
Free
1 event,
-
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
3 events,
-
Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Intro to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Intro to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Ever wanted to learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons? These sessions are designed to teach you about the world's most popular role-playing game. Learn how to make a character, how combat and magic work, using your character's abilities, and more! This is an introductory level program for ages 13 to 18. Call 350-3261 to […]
Free
-
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join in a classic high fantasy Dungeons and Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. Call 350-3261 to register.
Free
2 events,
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3D Printing: Advanced Prusa Slicer
3D Printing: Advanced Prusa Slicer
In this class participants will have a chance to learn more about some of the more advanced features available in the PrusaSlicer such as variable layer height, spiral vase mode, and fuzzy skin mode. We will also demonstrate ways you can customize the supports in the Prusa Slicer. This class requires prior experience with the […]
Free
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Earth Day United
Earth Day United
F R E E C O M M U N I T Y E V E N T! Date: April 20, 2024 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Venue: Unity of Wichita, 2160 N Oliver, Wichita, KS 67208 ♻️ Join us for afternoon of engaging, all-age activities to show love of our planet. 💪Participate in […]
2 events,
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Shop and Grub
Shop and Grub
Shop & Grub is our monthly market featuring a unique variety of vendors selling vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, home goods, wine, delicious food and more. Free Admission for All Ages The ultimate Outdoor Market in the ICT. SHOP. GRUB. BOOZE. MUSIC Full market schedule and vendor application available at shopandgrub.com
Free
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My First Book Club
My First Book Club
Do you love picture books? In this emerging reader program, we will foster a love of reading. We will investigate the book, read it together (librarian led), and finish with fun book-related activities. Call 261-8516 to register.
Free
2 events,
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
-
Kansas Black Legislative Agenda Webinar
Kansas Black Legislative Agenda Webinar
As a response to a great Kansas Black Legislative Day and our subsequent survey of African Americans across the state, we have a stronger feel for the issues of most importance to Kansas' Black community. Join us on April 22 at 6 p.m. CST for an enlightening Zoom webinar. Be the first to hear the […]
Free
4 events,
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Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.
Free
-
Baby’s First Storytime
Baby’s First Storytime
It's never too early to start your child's love of learning! Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for caregivers and babies.
Free
-
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
2 events,
-
Critter Tales
Critter Tales
Gather round for a fun-filled story full of colorful adventures as our volunteers share one of their favorite Critter Tales. This weekly program is designed for our littlest learners with age-appropriate storybooks highlighting the wonders of nature. We meet every Wednesday at 10 am, in Koch Habitat Hall, located in Great Plains Nature Center. Hope […]
Free
-
Salvation Army Family Night
Salvation Army Family Night
Every Wednesday Come Join us for Ministry for the entire family, Dinner and Worship for a Christian based evening. Women's Ministry 3-4:30 PM Dinner 5:30pm FREE Bible Study 5:45-7:15pm Club 316 5:45-7:15pm AGES 5-11 TEEN Group 5:45-7:15 AGES 12-17
Free
1 event,
-
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
2 events,
-
Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join in a classic high fantasy Dungeons and Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. Call 350-3261 to register.
Free
3 events,
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Grow Together: Free Family Play Day and Resource Event
Grow Together: Free Family Play Day and Resource Event
Join the Sedgwick County Early Childhood Coordinating Council along with the Great Plains Nature Center as we welcome organizations throughout the community to unite for our littlest learners! This event is designed to highlight local resources available to children of all abilities and those who care for them. There will be food, fun, and lots […]
Free
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READiculous Family Artventure
READiculous Family Artventure
• Coloring Station hosted by Get Ya Color On Studios (River Lobby) • Drop-in art making – Turn discarded book pages into unique works of art! (Art Studio) • Check out PLAY o Discover a variety of beautifully illustrated children’s picture books in the Book Nook o Make a bookmark in the Art Lab • […]
Free
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HAUTE HANDMADE POP UP MARKET @ HOPPING GNOME BREWING
HAUTE HANDMADE POP UP MARKET @ HOPPING GNOME BREWING
Sip & shop local event at Hopping Gnome Brewery April 27th 12pm-5pm. Pop Up Market by Haute Handmade Pop Up Markets. Local artisans food trucks and local brews.
Free
0 events,
1 event,
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Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
5 events,
-
Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.
Free
-
Baby’s First Storytime
Baby’s First Storytime
It's never too early to start your child's love of learning! Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for caregivers and babies.
Free
-
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Share a love of stories and learning with children in storytime sessions that will engage the broad range of developmental stages.
Free
-
Día Storytime
Día Storytime
Día, also known as El día de Los niños/El día de Los Libros (Children's Day/Book Day), occurs annually on April 30 and was created by beloved children's author Pat Mora. Join local literacy ambassadors and celebrate the joy of reading and books juntos!
Free
2 events,
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Critter Tales
Critter Tales
Gather round for a fun-filled story full of colorful adventures as our volunteers share one of their favorite Critter Tales. This weekly program is designed for our littlest learners with age-appropriate storybooks highlighting the wonders of nature. We meet every Wednesday at 10 am, in Koch Habitat Hall, located in Great Plains Nature Center. Hope […]
Free
-
Salvation Army Family Night
Salvation Army Family Night
Every Wednesday Come Join us for Ministry for the entire family, Dinner and Worship for a Christian based evening. Women's Ministry 3-4:30 PM Dinner 5:30pm FREE Bible Study 5:45-7:15pm Club 316 5:45-7:15pm AGES 5-11 TEEN Group 5:45-7:15 AGES 12-17
Free
4 events,
-
Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time
Children will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will also learn tips to encourage their child's early learning development.
Free
-
Office Hours with Bonita – Click on the link to sign up
Office Hours with Bonita – Click on the link to sign up
Grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee for this online lunch-time virtual chat, open-access session with Bonita Gooch, Editor-in-Chief of The Community Voice. Friday, 12:00pm-1:00pm We'll talk about community issues, ideas for stories, your likes or dislikes about the paper or anything else.It's our chance to hear from our readers. We care […]
Free
-
Intro to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Intro to Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
Ever wanted to learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons? These sessions are designed to teach you about the world's most popular role-playing game. Learn how to make a character, how combat and magic work, using your character's abilities, and more! This is an introductory level program for ages 13 to 18. Call 350-3261 to […]
Free
-
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join in a classic high fantasy Dungeons and Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. Call 350-3261 to register.
Free
3 events,
Bank of America Museums On Us
WHAT: Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive FREE general admission to Botanica Wichita, The Kansas African American Museum Saturday and Kansas Aviation Museum Saturday and Sunday. WHEN: Saturday, January 6 & Sunday, January 7 (+ the first full weekend of each month) WHERE: Learn something new this month […]
Free
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2024 Annual Free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic
2024 Annual Free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic
It is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, and one person dies from melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – every hour. Yet when caught early, skin cancer is highly treatable. Join us for a free SPOTme skin cancer screening on May 4th from 8:00am to […]
Free
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Family Gamers’ Guild
Family Gamers’ Guild
Family Gamers' Guild meets on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the library's Frank Fanning Room. Come for the entire time or just stop in and play one game. No registration required. Featured games: February 3 - Clue March 2- Apples to Apples April 6 - Scrabble
Free