Winter Holiday Schedule

All Library locations will be closed on the following days for the Winter Holiday:
Wednesday, December 24
Thursday, December 25
Friday, December 26
Wednesday, December 31
Thursday, January 1

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle, Turner* and Mobile Libraries will be closed on:
Wednesday December 24, 2025 through Wednesday January 1, 2026. 
*Turner Community Library will be open on Saturday December 27.

Main, West & South library locations will be open on December 29 and 30 but will close early at 5:00 pm.

All library locations will reopen for normal operating hours on Friday, January 2, 2026. 

Event List

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Ongoing Events

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Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life.

Seats Available
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Ask a Librarian

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Have a question? Need assistance? Our Community Support Librarian, Katy, will be offering open office hours every Wednesday from 1-3 PM at the West Wyandotte Library! 

 

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Teen Hangout

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us each week to hangout with video games and a craft activity. 

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Mindful Meditation

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Conference Room A at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Group meditation can offer a deeper meditation experience due to the sense of community, fewer distractions, positive feedback, and guidance from a trained leader.

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Mejore Su Salud

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Simple Solutions to help families eat smart and move more. 

Actividad en español

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Taller de Canto y musica

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Vive esta oprtunidad de expresarte através del canto.

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Yoga: Para el Bienestar

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Yoga para Principiantes!!! Listos para equilibrar tu estado físico ,a tu ritmo y con disciplina? entonces integrate a estas sesiones para lograrlo.

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Crafternoon: Manifestation Collage

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
The Windmill KC at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join our fanciful manifestation collage class, lost in sips of cocoa and coffee, at The Windmill KC.

Seats Available
Registration Required
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Safe Sitter - Babysitting Course

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 8:30am - 4:00pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A Safe Sitter course, Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers, child care challenges, first aid situations and Life and business challenges related to taking care of children.

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Enjoy the Process - Art Workshop

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Process Art is a form of artistic expression that focuses more on the journey than the end result. This program is geared toward children 18 and under to "Enjoy the Process" of creating.

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Yoga: Para el Bienestar

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Yoga para Principiantes!!! Listos para equilibrar tu estado físico ,a tu ritmo y con disciplina? entonces integrate a estas sesiones para lograrlo.

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Yoga for Littles

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

It’s never too early to stretch, breathe, and play! Yoga for Littles introduces preschoolers to the magic of yoga through storytelling, songs, and movement.

Seats Available
Registration Required
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Creative Club | Club Creativo de Jovenes

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get crafty twice a month with fun, hands-on projects. For ages 10-18.

Monday, January 12th - Winter Slime

Monday, January 26th - Shrinky Dinks Bracelets and Keychains

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Tai Chi Tuesdays

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Tai Chi provides a slow, gentle exercise routine suitable for all ages and skill levels.  It is especially useful for older adults as it focuses on building flexibility, muscle strength, and balance.  Tai Chi has been shown to improve ba

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Mock Job Interviews on Zoom

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are you ready to ace your next job interview?

Dust off your interview skills with a virtual mock job interview - no pressure, just helpful tips and advice to get you prepared and feeling confident! 

Seats Available
Registration Required
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Textile Tuesdays

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Knitting, embroidery, and quilting, oh my! No matter what form of textile art is your favorite, you are welcome to join us for textile time each Tuesday.

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Homeschool Tuesday: Celebrating Kansas!

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Join us and celebrate Kansas's Birthday for the month of January. We will be learning about Kansas State Symbols with a variety of activities.

Registration is Required.

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Registration Required
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Mini-Breakout: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

We need your help to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Can you solve the puzzles in order to unlock Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech? Ages 9 to 19 are welcomed to their hand at this mini-breakout.

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Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life.

Seats Available
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Ask a Librarian

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Have a question? Need assistance? Our Community Support Librarian, Katy, will be offering open office hours every Wednesday from 1-3 PM at the West Wyandotte Library! 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Hangout

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us each week to hangout with video games and a craft activity. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Mini-Breakout: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

We need your help to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Can you solve the puzzles in order to unlock Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech? Ages 9 to 19 are welcomed to their hand at this mini-breakout.