This event is in the "All Ages" group Meeting Room Closed - Renovations All Day 2/17–3/2 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb-Mar 2026 Meeting Room Closed - Renovations All Day 2/17–3/2 All Ages Library Branch: Emporia Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Disclaimer(s) 🛠️ Pardon our dust — we’re sprucing things up for you!Restroom access will be extremely limited, and noise may carry throughout our building. Want to avoid the chaos? Schedule your hold pickup at the Booklocker instead.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Zoom Room Closed - Renovations All Day 2/17–3/2 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb-Mar 2026 Zoom Room Closed - Renovations All Day 2/17–3/2 All Ages Library Branch: Emporia Public Library Room: Zoom Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Disclaimer(s) 🛠️ Pardon our dust — we’re sprucing things up for you!Restroom access will be extremely limited, and noise may carry throughout our building. Want to avoid the chaos? Schedule your hold pickup at the Booklocker instead.
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 Mar 5 2026 Thu Baby Storytime 9:15am–9:45am Babies (Birth to 18 months) 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–10:30am Toddlers (18-36 months) This event is in the "Toddlers (18-36 months)" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Toddler Storytime 9:45am–10:30am Toddlers (18-36 months) 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 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 Mar 5 2026 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Library on the Go: Emporia Farmers Market 10:00am–12:00pm All Ages Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Library on the Go: Emporia Farmers Market 10:00am–12:00pm All Ages Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library on the Go Visit the Library on the Go at the Emporia Farmers Market to check out books, sign up for a library card, and explore fun activities while you shop local.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Annual Seed Swap 1:00pm–3:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Annual Seed Swap 1:00pm–3:00pm All Ages 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.
This event is in the "School Age (Grades 3-5)" group WAWA Book Club 4:30pm–5:30pm School Age (Grades 3-5) This event is in the "School Age (Grades 3-5)" group Mar 4 2026 Wed 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.
This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 18 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (18-36 months)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)" group Learn & Play 5:30pm–6:30pm Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) This event is in the "Babies (Birth to 18 months)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (18-36 months)" group This event is in the "Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)" group Mar 3 2026 Tue Learn & Play 5:30pm–6:30pm Babies (Birth to 18 months), Toddlers (18-36 months), Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group Library Laser Tag 8:00pm–9:00pm Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group This event is in the "Grades 9-12" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Library Laser Tag 8:00pm–9:00pm Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 Upcoming Library Branch: Emporia Public Library Room: Young Adult Area Age Group: Teens, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12 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 the program start time and picked up promptly.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.