It’s no secret the Wichita Public Library is an awesome resource for books and storytimes.
But our library is home to so much more than books. (Although, really, if you have books what more do you need?)
Here are some fun and/or educational events coming up at the library. The best part is that unless otherwise noted, they’re all FREE!
We’re starting with a long list of kids’ events, but scroll down to see the classes and workshops for adults.
Events for Kids at the Wichita Public Library
Hands-On Engineering
- Saturday, December 1st
- 10:30 am – 11:30 am
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Come-and-go hands-on engineering demonstration, presented by local engineers. Co-sponsored by the American Society of Civil Engineers. For ages 5 and up.
Puppet Show: The Boy Who Cried Wolf
- Wednesday, December 5th
- 10:30 am – 11:15 am
- Rockwell Public Library, 5939 E 9th St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Uh oh, it really is wolf this time! Help, help! No one is coming to rescue me! For ages 3-6.
Puppet Show: Minnie & Moo and the Night Before Christmas
- Thursday, December 6th
- 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
- Westlink Public Library, 8515 Bekemeyer, Wichita, KS
- FREE
The farmer has lost his grandchildren’s Christmas presents! Fortunately, cows Minnie and Moo are ready to lend a hand (or hoof) to save the holiday. For children ages 3-8 and their families.
STEAM Saturday: Snowflake Slime
- Saturday, December 8th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Westlink Public Library, 8515 Bekemeyer, Wichita, KS
The coolest slime has snowflakes! Make your own winter slime and discover the symmetry of snowflakes. For grades 3-6.
Second Saturdays of Code
- Saturday, December 8th
- 10:15 am – 11:15 am
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Learn how to code using Google CS First. You will learn to program Scratch. No coding experience required but participants must be able to type accurately and work independently. Registration for each participant is required. Call 261-8500 or register online. Saturday coding sessions are offered twice each month; please select only one. For grades 4-12.
Eww! Slime!
Find out how slime grows and make popping slime and bubble slime. Registration is required, beginning December 10th at 10:00 am. For grades 3-5. FREE
- Thursday December 20th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Evergreen Public Library, 2601 N Arkansas, Wichita, KS
- Call 303-8181 or register online.
OR
- Thursday, December 27th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Angelou Northeast Public Library
- Call 303-8181 or Register online here.
Dragons Love Tacos Storytime
- Monday, December 10th
- 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
- Linwood Public Library, 1901 S Kansas, Wichtia, KS
- FREE
You don’t have to breathe fire to have fun playing games, reading stories, and doing crafts at this program! For ages 2-6.
Build a Gingerbread House
- Monday, December 17th
- 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Use graham crackers and you favorite candies to build a gingerbread house. Registration required. Call the library at 261-8500 or register online. For children ages 5-8 and their families.
Registration begins on December 3rd at 10:00 am.
Winter Carnival
- Wednesday, December 19th
- 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Rockwell Public Library, 5939 E 9th St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Experience a winter wonderland through stories, games and prizes at this winter carnival. For ages 3-8.
CreateSpace
- Wednesday, December 19th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Complete our LEGO® blocks challenges and wow us with your freestyle creations! At this event be prepared to share blocks and make new friends. For grades K-7.
3D Library Breakout for Children
- Thursday, December 20th
- 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
This breakout room program uses special clues and a solution printed by our 3D printer! Solve the puzzles, unlock the locks and see if you can print the correct key to escape this library trap. For grades 4-6.
Origami Folding Frenzy
- Thursday, December 20th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
This folding frenzy includes projects for every skill level: butterflies, boats, spinning tops, water bombs, and cranes. For grades K-6.
Christmas Around the World
- Thursday, December 20th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Westlink Public Library, 8515 Bekemeyer, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Enjoy various ways children in other countries celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. For children ages 3-10 and their families.
Film Friday: Ella Enchanted
- Friday, December 21st
- 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Based on the novel of the same name by Gail Carson Levine. Rated PG; 96 min. For grades 3-7.
The Polar Express
- Friday, December 21st
- 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
- Rockwell Public Library, 5939 E 9th St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
An 8-year-old boy who has his doubts about Santa is whisked away to the North Pole on a magical train. Rated G; 100 min. for grades 1-6.
Fourth Saturdays of Code
- Saturday, December 22nd
- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Learn how to code using Google CS First. You will learn to program Scratch. No coding experience required but participants must be able to type accurately and work independently. Registration for each participant is required. Call 261-8500 or register online. Saturday coding sessions are offered twice each month; please select only one. For grades 4-12.
Perler Bead Bonanza
- Wednesday, December 26th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Create your own emoji, fan art, animal, and more! Perler beads can be tricky to master, so bring your patience and creativity. Registration is required, beginning December 12 at 10:00 am. Call 261-8516 or register online. For grades 1-6.
Think 3D: Intro to TinkerCAD
Learn how to create your own original printables with TinkerCAD and the 3D printer. Registration is required beginning December 13th at 10:00 am. For grades 3-7. FREE
- Thursday, December 27th
- 10:30 am – 11:30 am
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- Call 261-8500 or register online.
OR
- Thursday, December 27th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- Call 261-8500 or register online.
Holiday Cards
- Friday, December 28th
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Alford Public Library, 3447 s Meridian, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Design fun and festive cards to share with family and friends. All supplies provided. For grades K-6.
A Wrinkle in Time
- Friday, December 28th
- 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Meg (Storm Reid) meets three supernatural beings who transport her through the universe to rescue her father. Rated PG; 109 min. For grades 3-7.
Ribbon Bookmarks
- Monday, December 31st
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
- Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Learn basic sewing skills with buttons, ribbons, and elastic. Walk away with your own handmade bookmark! For grade 3-6.
Noon Day New Year’s Party
- Monday, December 31st
- 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Rockwell Public Library, 5939 E 9th St, Wichita, KS
- FREE
Ring in the Noon Day with us! Listen to stories about New Year celebrations from around the world. Toot your horn as we celebrate 2019 together at NOON! For ages 3 and up.
Events for Adults at the Wichita Public Library
Android Tablets and Smart Phones
Wednesday, November 28th from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm – Rockwell Public Library, 5939 E 9th St, Wichita, KS
FREE
Discover ways to customize your android device, install apps and learn useful ways to utilize it. Bring your own device, but please have it registered before class. Registration is required. Call 261-8500 or register online.
Excel Basics
Thursday, November 29th 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Advanced Learning Library, 711 W 2nd St, Wichita, KS
FREE
Learn the basic functions of this spreadsheet program: adding, subtracting and creating functions. Must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration is required. Call 261-8500 or register online.
How Wichita Became the Air Capital
Thursday, November 29th from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Evergreen Public Library, 2601 N Arkansas, Wichita, KS
FREE
Celebrate Aviation History Month as Magan Bearman from the Kansas Aviation Museum presents the history of aviation in Kansas.
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