Emporia Public Library

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Emporia Public Library
110 E 6th Ave
Emporia, KS 66801
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Week Calendar

Featured Events

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Byte-Sized Robots

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Age Group:

School Age (Grades 3-5)

Event Details:

Learn some basic coding with Dash & Dot robots at the library. Use your programming skills to complete mazes or compose a song. Register up to two weeks in advance.

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Library Branch: Emporia Public Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: School Age (Grades 3-5)

Program Type: STEM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn some basic coding with Dash & Dot robots at the library. Use your programming skills to complete mazes or compose a song. Register up to two weeks in advance.

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All About the Emerald Ash Borer

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Learn about the emerald ash borer and the danger it poses to our environment as well as what you can do to combat it.

Library Branch: Emporia Public Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Lifelong Learning

Event Details:

Learn about the emerald ash borer and the danger it poses to our environment as well as what you can do to combat it.

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Día de los Niños

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 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: Children's 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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Time	Sun (2/16)	Mon (2/17)	Tue (2/18)	Wed (2/19)	Thu (2/20)	Fri (2/21)	Sat (2/22)
All Day	Closing Presidents' Day All Day 2/16 - 2/17 Branches: Emporia Public Library		Closing Severe Weather All Day Branches: Emporia Public Library Description: Due to the incoming severe weather conditions, we will be closed Tuesday, February 18, 2025 to ensure the safety of everyone.	Closing Inclement Weather All Day Branches: Emporia Public Library Description: Due to the ongoing weather conditions, we will be closed Wednesday, February 19, 2025 to ensure the safety of everyone.
9 am					This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 18 months)" group. Baby Storytime 9:15am - 9:45am Babies (Birth to 18 months) This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 18 months)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Toddlers (18-36 months)" group. Toddler Storytime 9:45am - 10:15am Toddlers (18-36 months) This event is in the "Toddlers (18-36 months)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Seniors" group. RESCHEDULED: Memory Café 10:00am - 11:30am Seniors This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)" group. Cancelled Outreach Storytime- Head Start 10:00am - 12:00pm Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) Offsite Event This event is in the "Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) Program Type: Storytime		This event is in the "Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)" group. Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) This event is in the "Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am				This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled RESCHEDULED Digital Learn: Job Seekers 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults, Seniors Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Emporia Public Library Room: Computer Area Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Digital Learning Registration Required 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.
12 pm
1 pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Annual Seed Swap 1:30pm - 2:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Emporia Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Lifelong Learning Event Details: Learn how to plan your garden and swap seeds with other local gardeners at this all-ages event!
2 pm
3 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Hang Out 3:30pm - 5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!
4 pm				This event is in the "School Age (Grades 3-5)" group. Cancelled WAWA Book Club 4:30pm - 5:30pm School Age (Grades 3-5) This event is in the "School Age (Grades 3-5)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
5 pm
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Queer Book Club: All the Things We Don't Talk About 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults, Seniors This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: All the Things We Don't Talk About by Amy Feltman
7 pm						This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Laser Tag 7:00pm - 8:00pm Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Emporia Public Library Room: Young Adult Area Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Gaming Registration Required 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. Disclaimer(s) By filling out this form, I acknowledge the following: I will provide a phone number where I can be reached in case of an emergency. 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. The library accepts no responsibility for any accident/injury that my child may cause to others or themselves. I understand that any photographs taken by library staff may be used to promote the library and library programs. The child’s full name will not appear in any promotional photographs or on social media. If your child is unable to attend, please call the library at (620)340-6462.