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Tuesdays at the Park

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Find us at the park this summer for a story and fun! This week we're at Peter Pan Park. 

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Library on the Go
Event Details:

Find us at the park this summer for a story and fun! This week we're at Peter Pan Park. 

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Color our World: Masters of Art

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Age Group:

School Age (Grades 3-5)

Event Details:

Dive into the bold and colorful world of famous artists, discovering their techniques and creating your own vibrant masterpiece. Today's artist: Alma Thomas.

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Dive into the bold and colorful world of famous artists, discovering their techniques and creating your own vibrant masterpiece. Today's artist: Alma Thomas.

blue and green text reads "Kids' Koncerts" above families dancing

Kids' Koncerts: Rockin’ Rob Show

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at th...

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at the Civic Auditorium.

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Author Talk: Sophie Stern

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Readers and aspiring authors are invited to hear from published writer Sophie Stern, author of paranormal romances.

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

Readers and aspiring authors are invited to hear from published writer Sophie Stern, author of paranormal romances.

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Worm Races

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Families

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 specia...

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Event
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.

blue and green text reads "Kids' Koncerts" above families dancing

Kids' Koncerts: Jim Cosgrove

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at th...

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at the Civic Auditorium.

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Color Our World: Masters of Art

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

School Age (Grades 3-5)

Event Details:

Dive into the bold and colorful world of famous artists, discovering their techniques and creating your own vibrant masterpiece. Today's artist: Yayoi Kusama.

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Dive into the bold and colorful world of famous artists, discovering their techniques and creating your own vibrant masterpiece. Today's artist: Yayoi Kusama.

blue background with colorful border. White text "Masters of Art" over easel with paints. Below, blue text "Grades 3-5"

Color Our World: Masters of Art

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Age Group:

School Age (Grades 3-5)

Event Details:

Dive into the bold and colorful world of famous artists, discovering their techniques and creating your own vibrant masterpiece. Today's artist: Wassily Kandinsky.

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Dive into the bold and colorful world of famous artists, discovering their techniques and creating your own vibrant masterpiece. Today's artist: Wassily Kandinsky.

blue and green text reads "Kids' Koncerts" above families dancing

Kids' Koncerts: Do Art Productions

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Age Group:

Families

Event Details:

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at th...

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Courtyard
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Little Theater at the Civic Auditorium.

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Print Lab

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Age Group:

Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Event Details:

Use techniques like block printing, monoprinting, and more to design your own unique prints.

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use techniques like block printing, monoprinting, and more to design your own unique prints.

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Page Turners Book Club: The Fury

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Library Board Meeting

4:15pm–5:15pm
Adults, Seniors
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.

Author Talk: Sophie Stern

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Readers and aspiring authors are invited to hear from published writer Sophie Stern, author of paranormal romances.

Library on the Go: Emporia Senior Center

9:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Library on the Go
Event Details:

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

Queer Book Club: Days Without End

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Crafternoons: Yarn Trinket Bowls

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Find your new favorite craft at our monthly event. Sign-up is available for ages 13+; registration opens two (2) weeks before each event.

Friends of the Emporia Public Library Board meeting

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Board Meeting, Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Emporia Public Library Board meets monthly in an open-to-the-public session.

Booked for Mystery: The Blast From the Past

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Evening Readers: The Bookshop

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Emporia Public Library

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Computer Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series Monday to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online. Attendees of all four sessions will be eligible for a prize drawing.

Page Turners Book Club: Shelterwood

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Henna & Heritage

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the art and tradition of henna with Essential Henna of Topeka, including its cultural roots, natural ingredients, and a personalized design for attendees.

Library Board Meeting

4:15pm–5:15pm
Adults, Seniors
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.

Library on the Go: Emporia Senior Center

9:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Library on the Go
Event Details:

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

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Computer Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series Monday to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online. Attendees of all four sessions will be eligible for a prize drawing.

Read It! Paint It! Mini Edition

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

From page to canvas: Let your inner artist thrive as you paint a tiny canvas. 

Queer Book Club: Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Crafternoons: Squeegee Art

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Find your new favorite craft at our monthly event. Sign-up is available for ages 13+; registration opens two (2) weeks before each event.

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Computer Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series Monday to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online. Attendees of all four sessions will be eligible for a prize drawing.

Booked for Mystery: The Unwedding

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club

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

Friends of the Emporia Public Library Board meeting

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Board Meeting, Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Emporia Public Library Board meets monthly in an open-to-the-public session.

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Computer Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Digital Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series Monday to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online. Attendees of all four sessions will be eligible for a prize drawing.