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Friends of the Library Flash Book Sale

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library for a flash book sale during Emporia First Friday and then again on Saturday! Explore a selection of books for readers of all ages at...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library for a flash book sale during Emporia First Friday and then again on Saturday! Explore a selection of books for readers of all ages at affordable prices.

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Friends of the Library Flash Book Sale

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library for a flash book sale during Emporia First Friday and then again on Saturday! Explore a selection of books for readers of all ages at...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library for a flash book sale during Emporia First Friday and then again on Saturday! Explore a selection of books for readers of all ages at affordable prices.

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Library on the Go: Emporia Senior Center

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Library on the Go
Age Group:
Seniors
Library on the Go: Emporia Senior Center:

Catch the Library on the Go at the Emporia Senior Center for a monthly visit filled with books, resources, and personalized library services.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Library on the Go

Catch the Library on the Go at the Emporia Senior Center for a monthly visit filled with books, resources, and personalized library services.

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Roaming Readers: The Anthropocene Reviewed

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Book Club:

Join us to discuss this month’s selected title! Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Event Details:

Get your steps in as we discuss short selections of The Anthropocene Review by John Green while walking the Flinthills Mall. We will meet at the west entrance. February 10: “The Ha...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss this month’s selected title! Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Get your steps in as we discuss short selections of The Anthropocene Review by John Green while walking the Flinthills Mall. We will meet at the west entrance. February 10: “The Hall of Presidents” through “The Internet” (pp. 67-88)

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Page Turners Book Club: The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Book Club:

Join us to discuss this month’s selected title! Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Event Details:

Book selection: The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss this month’s selected title! Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Book selection: The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson

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Family Bingo

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Families
Family Bingo:

Dot your way to five in a row with family bingo! Snack on popcorn as you compete for prizes.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Dot your way to five in a row with family bingo! Snack on popcorn as you compete for prizes.

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Digital Learn: Job Seekers

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Area at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Digital Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Power up your job search with our Digital Learn program! We'll connect you with job and resume-building resources, access to technology, and guidance on how to use these tools effe...

Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Computer Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Digital Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Power up your job search with our Digital Learn program! We'll connect you with job and resume-building resources, access to technology, and guidance on how to use these tools effectively.

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WAWA Book Club

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age (Grades 3-5)
Event Details:

Bring your friends and read the 2024–2025 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Bring your friends and read the 2024–2025 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

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Book Speed Dating

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Discover your next great read in a fast-paced "speed dating" event as you get to know a variety of books in just a few minutes!

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Discover your next great read in a fast-paced "speed dating" event as you get to know a variety of books in just a few minutes!

The image features a sign that says "baby storytime" in soft brown, rounded letters. Above the text, there is a cute mobile illustration hanging from a curved bar, with three adorable objects: a smiling yellow crescent moon, a white cloud with rosy cheeks, and a cheerful blue star. The border of the image is a scalloped pattern in a soft mint green color, creating a gentle and soothing atmosphere.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 18 months)
Storytime:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 18 months)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

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Toddler Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (18-36 months)
Storytime:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (18-36 months)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

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Preschool Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Storytime:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

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Teen Hang Out

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Kick back, relax, and enjoy a chill space to hang out, play games, and connect with friends at the library!

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Kick back, relax, and enjoy a chill space to hang out, play games, and connect with friends at the library!

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Library Board Meeting

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

All board meetings are open to the community.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

All board meetings are open to the community.

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Crafternoons: Stamped Tea Towels

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Crafternoons:

Find your new favorite craft at our monthly event. Sign-up is available for ages 16+; registration opens two (2) weeks before each event.

Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Find your new favorite craft at our monthly event. Sign-up is available for ages 16+; registration opens two (2) weeks before each event.

Presidents' Day

All Day 2/16 - 2/17
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library
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Memory Café

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Lifelong Learning
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

The library is providing a welcoming space for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers to connect, share, and enjoy activities together.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

The library is providing a welcoming space for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers to connect, share, and enjoy activities together.

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WAWA Book Club

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age (Grades 3-5)
Event Details:

Bring your friends and read the 2024–2025 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Bring your friends and read the 2024–2025 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

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Queer Book Club: All the Things We Don't Talk About

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Young Adult Area at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Book Club:

Join us to discuss this month’s selected title! Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Event Details:

Book selection: All the Things We Don't Talk About by Amy Feltman

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss this month’s selected title! Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today.

Book selection: All the Things We Don't Talk About by Amy Feltman

The image features a sign that says "baby storytime" in soft brown, rounded letters. Above the text, there is a cute mobile illustration hanging from a curved bar, with three adorable objects: a smiling yellow crescent moon, a white cloud with rosy cheeks, and a cheerful blue star. The border of the image is a scalloped pattern in a soft mint green color, creating a gentle and soothing atmosphere.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (Birth to 18 months)
Storytime:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 18 months)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

A light green background with darker green bushes and colorful music notes. Dark green text reads "Toddler Storytime"

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9:45am - 10:15am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (18-36 months)
Storytime:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (18-36 months)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

this image contains a lavender rectangular shape and a child in a dinosaur costume about to destroy a block city. Red text reads "preschool storytime"

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Storytime:

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, play with rhymes, and introduce families to skills that prepare children for a lifetime of reading and learning.

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Teen Hang Out

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Kick back, relax, and enjoy a chill space to hang out, play games, and connect with friends at the library!

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Kick back, relax, and enjoy a chill space to hang out, play games, and connect with friends at the library!

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Library Laser Tag

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult Area at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Library Laser Tag:

At this after-hours event, the lights will be dimmed and teams will compete using laser phasers.  This event is limited to twenty (20) participants in Grades 6–12. Registratio...

Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

At this after-hours event, the lights will be dimmed and teams will compete using laser phasers.  This event is limited to twenty (20) participants in Grades 6–12. Registration opens two (2) weeks before each event.

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  • I will pick up my child immediately if they act in a manner deemed unacceptable by library staff and/or adult volunteers.
  • I will ensure that my child is dropped off no later than 7 PM and picked up promptly at 8 PM.
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