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Find your library joy

Find Your Joy Reading Challenge

All Day 4/20 - 4/24

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week by finding your joy! Our all-ages April Reading Challenge lets you read what you love, log your reading online or on paper, and enjoy a prize at the...

Library Branch: Online
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Online
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week by finding your joy! Our all-ages April Reading Challenge lets you read what you love, log your reading online or on paper, and enjoy a prize at the end.

Program code: 263f1

Memory Cafe

Memory Café

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

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

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

art after hours

Art After Hours

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Discover something brand-new, creative, and colorful! Registration opens two weeks prior to the event. 

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover something brand-new, creative, and colorful! Registration opens two weeks prior to the event. 

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Pajama Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Wear your favorite pajamas and bring along a beloved stuffed animal as we enjoy a cozy evening together with stories, songs, and fun.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Wear your favorite pajamas and bring along a beloved stuffed animal as we enjoy a cozy evening together with stories, songs, and fun.

Corsage Course

Corsage Course

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Teens, Grades 9-12

Event Details:

Learn how to make your own original floral accessories for prom. Materials are provided!

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own original floral accessories for prom. Materials are provided!

A colorful poster with text "Spring into Science" features botanical and scientific elements, including a microscope, petri dish, books, and glassware with plants. Green foliage decorates top border, emphasizing a theme of nature and scientific exploration.

Spring Into Science

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Kids, School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)

Event Details:

Enjoy a fun night of hands-on science activities at this after-hours event presented by the NSTA, ACS, HALO, and Tri-Beta from ESU. This year we’re hosting two events, so come expl...

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Enjoy a fun night of hands-on science activities at this after-hours event presented by the NSTA, ACS, HALO, and Tri-Beta from ESU. This year we’re hosting two events, so come explore new stations at each event!

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Día de los Niños

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Día de los Niños is a celebration of literacy, cultural diversity, and the joy that comes from sharing traditions with children. Join the library for a community celebration of all...

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Día de los Niños is a celebration of literacy, cultural diversity, and the joy that comes from sharing traditions with children. Join the library for a community celebration of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

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Flores y Fiesta

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Details:

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style—make your own colorful flower crown!

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style—make your own colorful flower crown!

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Pajama Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Wear your coziest pajamas and bring along a beloved stuffed friend as we tell stories, sing songs, and play with our stuffed friends.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Wear your coziest pajamas and bring along a beloved stuffed friend as we tell stories, sing songs, and play with our stuffed friends.

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Corsage Course

Corsage Course

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Grades 9-12

Learn how to make your own original floral accessories for prom. Materials are provided!

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own original floral accessories for prom. Materials are provided!

chalkboard background with colorful chalk drawings, white text says "Día de los Niños"

Día de los Niños

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Families

Día de los Niños is a celebration of literacy, cultural diversity, and the joy that comes from sharing traditions with children. Join the library for a community celebration of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Día de los Niños is a celebration of literacy, cultural diversity, and the joy that comes from sharing traditions with children. Join the library for a community celebration of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Library van in front of brick library building. Blue banner at the bottom with white text that reads "library on the go"

Outreach: Cinco de Mayo

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
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Memory Café

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

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

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library
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Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Summer
Age Group:
All Ages

Unearth a Story TM and dig into some good books with our summer reading program! Join us for fun crafts and lots of activities for all ages (including adults!) as we kick off our summer reading program.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event, Summer
Event Details:

Unearth a Story TM and dig into some good books with our summer reading program! Join us for fun crafts and lots of activities for all ages (including adults!) as we kick off our summer reading program.

Red background with three soccer players. White text reads "Kick, Score, Explore! A World Cup Party"

Kick, Score, Explore! A World Cup Party

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Summer
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a World Cup-themed celebration filled with soccer-inspired games, challenges, and global fun! Test your skills with mini soccer activities, learn about countries that compete in the World Cup, and show off your team spirit.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event, Summer
Event Details:

Join us for a World Cup-themed celebration filled with soccer-inspired games, challenges, and global fun! Test your skills with mini soccer activities, learn about countries that compete in the World Cup, and show off your team spirit.

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Memory Café

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Summer
Age Group:
Seniors

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

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

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

brown background with worms. White text reads "Worm Races"

Worm Races

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Courtyard at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Summer
Age Group:
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5), School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)

Bring your worm to the library courtyard for the races and we’ll see who has the fastest worm in Emporia this year! Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will provide a special treat for participants. 

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Preschoolers (Ages 3-5), School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Special Event, Summer
Event Details:

Bring your worm to the library courtyard for the races and we’ll see who has the fastest worm in Emporia this year! Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will provide a special treat for participants. 

Juneteenth

All Day
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Independence Day

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library
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Water Games

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Courtyard at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Summer
Age Group:
School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)

Beat the heat and be prepared for fun water games in the library courtyard.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: School Age (Grades K-2), School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Special Event, Summer
Event Details:

Beat the heat and be prepared for fun water games in the library courtyard.

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Back to School Bash

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Emporia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Summer
Age Group:
Families

Kick off the new school year with us! Students of all ages and their families can reconnect with friends, swap stories from summer adventures, and snag a free library card while enjoying fun, back-to-school festivities.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Event, Summer
Event Details:

Kick off the new school year with us! Students of all ages and their families can reconnect with friends, swap stories from summer adventures, and snag a free library card while enjoying fun, back-to-school festivities.

Maintenance Days

All Day 8/20 - 8/21
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Labor Day

All Day 9/6 - 9/7
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Veterans Day

All Day
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/26 - 11/27
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Emporia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library