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ham it up: amateur radio 101

Ham It Up: Amateur Radio 101

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on introduction to the world of amateur radio, presented by the Emporia Amateur Radio Society! Explore authentic equipment and learn how radio operators connect...

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

Join us for a hands-on introduction to the world of amateur radio, presented by the Emporia Amateur Radio Society! Explore authentic equipment and learn how radio operators connect across town and around the world.

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Learn & Play

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Age Group:

Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)

Event Details:

Join us for a fun, interactive program designed for families with young children! Each session invites caregivers and kids to play, explore, and learn side-by-side through hands-on...

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Lifelong Learning
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, interactive program designed for families with young children!

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Library Laser Tag

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Age Group:

Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

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...

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Graphic reading ‘Annual Seed Swap’ in blue lettering, with a small illustration of a seed packet spilling seeds in the corner and a garden-themed logo at the bottom.

Annual Seed Swap

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

All Ages

Event Details:

Grow something new this season! Share extra seeds from your garden, pick up new varieties to try, and connect with fellow local gardeners. All experience levels welcome.

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

Grow something new this season! Share extra seeds from your garden, pick up new varieties to try, and connect with fellow local gardeners. All experience levels welcome.

Promotional graphic for an author talk featuring Chelan David, showcasing a book cover titled "Stories from the Phog: Forty Years of Kansas Basketball" with a foreword by Brian Hanni. The design includes large white text on a blue background and a circular photo of the author.

Author Talk: Chelan David

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Join us for an author talk with Chelan David, author of Stories from the Phog. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, learn about the inspiration for the book, and enjoy a lively conversa...

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

Join us for an author talk with Chelan David, author of Stories from the Phog. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, learn about the inspiration for the book, and enjoy a lively conversation celebrating KU basketball history and community.

A digital graphic promoting a Microsoft Office learning program titled "Digital Learn: Microsoft Office." The design features bold black text above an illustration of a computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse, with colorful circular accents in blue, green, purple, and orange around the edges.

Digital Learn: Microsoft Office

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Start building your confidence using Microsoft Office applications in a supportive, hands-on setting! Register up to two weeks in advance.

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

Start building your confidence using Microsoft Office applications in a supportive, hands-on setting! Register up to two weeks in advance.

Graphic design featuring text "Bluey Bash" in large, playful blue letters with blue confetti falling from top. Below text are dog-related items including a blue bowl with white paw print, a white bone, and an orange tennis ball.

Bluey Bash

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Age Group:

Kids, Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5), Families

Event Details:

Enjoy a Bluey-themed scavenger hunt, party games, crafts, and plenty of photo opportunities that are sure to be a hit with little fans and grownups alike. It’s going to be a wackad...

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5), Families
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Enjoy a Bluey-themed scavenger hunt, party games, crafts, and plenty of photo opportunities that are sure to be a hit with little fans and grownups alike. It’s going to be a wackadoo good time! 💙🐾

Graphic design featuring text "Digital Learn: Microsoft Office" above an illustration of a desktop computer, keyboard, and mouse. Colorful circles in blue, green, purple, and orange decorate corners, emphasizing digital learning theme for Microsoft Office skills.

Digital Learn: Microsoft Office

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Build your confidence using Microsoft Office applications in a supportive, hands-on setting. Register up to two weeks in advance.

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

Build your confidence using Microsoft Office applications in a supportive, hands-on setting. Register up to two weeks in advance.

Illustration promoting "Family Storytime" with four children holding hands and standing in a row, two children have blurred faces. The design features bold blue text at the top and a colorful scalloped border in pastel shades of yellow, pink, purple, and blue.

Family Storytime

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Kids, Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), 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: Kids, Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
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WAWA Book Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (Grades 3-5)
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Book Club

Bring your friends and read the 2025–2026 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

WAWA Book Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (Grades 3-5)
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Book Club

Bring your friends and read the 2025–2026 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

Page Turners

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.

Queer Book Club

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.

WAWA Book Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (Grades 3-5)
Library Branch: Emporia Public Library
Room: Kansas Room
Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)
Program Type: Book Club

Bring your friends and read the 2025–2026 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

Easter Sunday

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Closed - Maintenance

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Memorial Day

All Day 5/24–5/25
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Juneteenth

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Independence Day

All Day 7/3–7/4
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Labor Day

All Day 9/6–9/7
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Veterans Day

All Day
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Thanksgiving

All Day 11/26–11/27
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Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/26
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Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/26
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Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/26
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