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Evergreen Crescent: Hoop Arrangement Workshop

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Turner Community Garden at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Create your own Evergreen Crescent, a winter-inspired hoop arrangement featuring eucalyptus, accent greenery, and a single rose.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paper Shapers

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Become a paper shaper at Main Library every third Friday of the month. As a paper shaper you will learn about simple origami techniques and create some amazing origami art. This program is geared towards ages 9-18.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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24th Annual Eagle Days

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Join us for our annual Eagle Days event: 24 years!  This event has something for everyone, so bring the entire family.

This event is in the "Children" group

Saturday Nature Story Time

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children

Saturday Nature Story Time


Every Third Saturday at the Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library

This event is in the "Children" group

Bilingual Storytime | Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children

Join us for an engaging bilingual storytime. Each week features a fun theme and an after story craft!

Acompáñanos a una hora de cuentos bilingüe. ¡Cada semana tenemos un tema nuevo de cuentos junto con una manualidad divertida!

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Families are invited to join us for fun, interactive storytimes every Saturday morning. This special storytime will include singing, dancing, and some great books! This storytime is geared towards guests over the age of 2 and their families.

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

Programa de Folklorico

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Taller de Danza Folklórica abrirá la oprotunidad  a los alumnos la posibilidad de expresarse y comunicarse a través del lenguaje de sus propios movimientos.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Digestible Classics Book Club: The Death of Ivan Ilych

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Digestible Classics dives into the best books that are short enough for a busy schedule. Everyone is welcome, no matter your experience with classic literature.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Blockbuster Saturday: The Naked Gun (2025)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

The Naked Gun (2025) (PG-13) 1h. 25m. (Swank)

Only one man has the particular set of skills - to lead Police Squad and save the world.

This event is in the "Children" group

Foam Dice Snowman

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Have snow much fun creating your very own snowman out of foam dice.  All materials provided.  For ages 5 to 12.  Please register on-line or by calling (913) 295-8250 ext. 1013.

Seats Available
Registration Required
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24th Annual Eagle Days

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Join us for our annual Eagle Days event: 24 years! This event has something for everyone, so bring the entire family.

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

Board at the Library

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Want to try out some new board games? Have a game and want to teach it to others? Have a game and a group but nowhere to host your game day? West Wyandotte is the place to be for board games on Sunday! 

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

Puzzle Me This

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Relax this Sunday with puzzle making! We have puzzles geared toward children 5-19. Families are encouraged to work together or collaborate with new friends. 

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

All library locations are closed for the holiday. 

Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group

Perfume Bottle Collection

All Day 1/20 - 1/31
Art Gallery Display Cases at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Perfume bottles come in unique forms and elaborate shapes.  These lovely and interesting bottles are from the perfume collection of Sheryl Nance-Durst.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The History of Sumner High School Exhibit

All Day 1/20 - 2/7
1st Floor Exhibit Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Sumner High School’s legacy stretches across more than 120 years. Established in 1905 as a school for African American students, it became a cornerstone of education, community, and achievement in Kansas City, Kansas.

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

Take Home Kit- Upcycled Book Hearts

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
Take Home at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grab a kit to create your own upcycled book paper heart!

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

Mindful Meditation

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Winter Science Party

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Craft Room at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children

Come warm up with some icy cool science experiments! These fun activities are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers to learn about chemical reactions in a safe way!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Playtime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Preschool Playtime is for children between the ages of 2 and 5 and their guardians. A variety of age-appropriate games and activities will be provided each week to entertain your little ones.

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

Tai Chi Tuesdays

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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

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

Mock Job Interviews on Zoom

Tuesday, January 20, 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! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event