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Wichita Public Library Spring Break Activities for Kids and Teens

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Are you looking for affordable things to do over Spring Break in Wichita? Once again, the Wichita Public Library provides plenty of fun and FREE spring break activities for kids in Wichita. This list includes events for both kids and teens.

All of these events are totally FREE, but some do require advance registration.

Check out the Evolve Summer Guide, which includes the combined activities guide from Wichita Park and Recreation, Wichita Public Library, and CityArts! 

Don’t forget the library offers so much more than just books. They have a full Library of Things, that you can check out for free! It’s a perfect, budget-friendly option if we get a rainy day during spring break.

Some of these events require pre-registration. Please double-check so you don’t miss out!

Family Storytime

Monday, March 17: 10:30am – 11:00am

Age group:   Preschool  Infant and Toddler

event type:  Storytime

Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.

Venue details:3830 S. Meridian

Imagination Playground

Monday, March 17: 3:00pm – 4:00pm

 Evergreen Community Center & Library – Cirilo Arteaga Empowerment Room

Age group:   Teens Grades 6-12  Preschool  Children Grades K-2  Children Grades 3-5

event type:  Teen, Children

Ever want to create your own playground? All you need to bring is your imagination! Come and use Imagination Playground’s Big Blue Blocks and design, build, and tear down your creations!

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 18: 10:30am – 11:00am

 Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery

Age group:   Preschool

event type:  Storytime, Children

Children ages 3-6 will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.

Baby’s First Storytime

Tuesday, March 18: 10:40am – 11:00am

 Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Reading Theatre

Age group:   Infant and Toddler

event type:  Storytime, Children

It’s never too early to start your child’s love of learning! Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for caregivers and babies aged birth to 18 months.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, March 18: 11:30am – 12:00pm

 Walters Branch Library – Walters Meeting Room

Age group:   Preschool  Infant and Toddler

event type:  Storytime

Children will develop literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting.

Kids Paint by Sticker

Tuesday, March 18: 2:00pm – 3:00pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery AND Reading Theatre

Age group:   Children Grades K-2

event type:  Children

Create art with stickers! Find the number, place the sticker, and watch your artwork come together! This project is perfect for developing fine motor skills, spatial orientation & number recognition.

Art for Self-Care: Neurographic Art

Tuesday, March 18: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Rolland Eakins TEC-Novation Room

Age group:   Adults

event type:  Health & Wellness, Adult Literacy, Adult

Join us for an art activity that encourages self-reflection and mental well-being in a judgment-free space. Call 316-261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.Register

Tinkercad Basics

Tuesday, March 18: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Evergy Technology Training Center

Age group:   Adults

event type:  Technology

Use a free web-based 3D modeling program, Tinkercad, to create digital objects in three dimensions.Register

Family Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, March 18: 6:30pm – 7:00pm

 New venue Evergreen Community Center & Library – Cirilo Arteaga Empowerment Room

Age group:   Preschool  Infant and Toddler  Children Grades K-2

event type:  Storytime, Children

Join us for stories and songs before bedtime. Don’t forget to dress in your jammies and bring along your favorite stuffed toy for snuggles and fun! For children ages 3-8 and their families.

Knitting Group

Wednesday, March 19: 11:00am – 1:00pm

 Walters Branch Library – Walters Meeting Room

Age group:   Adults

event type:  Adult

Enjoy the classic needle arts in the company of others who share your interest in knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, and weaving. All skill levels are welcome.

Discover Crafting with Cricut – Cricut for Beginners

Wednesday, March 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Rolland Eakins TEC-Novation Room

Age group:   Adults

event type:  Technology

Thinking about using a Cricut, but not sure where to start? Take this class to learn how to move project ideas to completed projects.

Cuentos Bilingües Storytime

Thursday, March 20: 10:30am – 11:00am

 Evergreen Community Center & Library – EverDream Classroom

Age group:   Preschool  Infant and Toddler

event type:  Storytime, Children

A unique storytime presented in English and Spanish. Disfrute de una hora de cuentos única presentada en inglés y español

Cricut Design Space I

Thursday, March 20: 2:30pm – 4:30pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Rolland Eakins TEC-Novation Room

Age group:   Adults

event type:  Technology

Ready to start crafting using a Cricut machine? This class will cover the basics of Design Space, the program that runs the Cricut.

Dragonology

Thursday, March 20: 2:30pm – 3:30pm

 Walters Branch Library – Walters Meeting Room

Age group:   Teens Grades 6-12  Children Grades K-2  Children Grades 3-5

event type:  Children

Dare to enter the dragon’s lair with this fun program. Make a clay dragon’s eye, listen to fantastical stories, and play dragon games. For ages 5-18.

TAB Presents: Teen Talent Show

Thursday, March 20: 3:00pm – 4:00pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Conference Room A

Age group:   Teens Grades 6-12

event type:  Teen

Got a talent you’re ready to share? Whether you sing, dance, act, juggle, paint, or play an instrument?this is your time to shine.

Spring Break Wichita: Friday, March 21

Nursery Rhyme Time

Friday, March 21: 10:30am – 11:00am

 Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery AND Reading Theatre

Age group:   Infant and Toddler

event type:  Storytime, Children

Children ages 2 and under will develop a love of learning as they sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories. Caregivers will learn tips to encourage their child’s early learning development.

Libby 101: Getting Formed with E-Books

Friday, March 21: 3:00pm – 4:00pm

 Evergreen Community Center & Library

Age group:   Adults

event type:  Technology

Learn how you can access the library?s e-books and e-audiobooks anytime, anywhere! No e-reader? No problem! All you need is a basic smartphone. Class will cover searching, browsing, and borrowing.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

Friday, March 21: 4:00pm – 5:30pm

 Advanced Learning Library – Mona Corrin Pike Teen Pavilion

Age group:   Teens Grades 6-12

event type:  Teen

Join a classic high fantasy Dungeons & Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. For ages 13-18. Call (316) 261-8500 to register.

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Click HERE for the FULL list of Wichita Spring Break events, camps, and activities 

Please note that these are not ALL of the March library events for kids and teens. (That’s a much longer list!) These are just things kids can do at the library during spring break. 

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