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Libby Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access the library’s digital collection of eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines through OverDrive or Libby. |
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bibliotheca cloudLibrary Login Needed In-Library Use Only The Cloud Library allows you to borrow and read eBooks and eAudiobooks for free! |
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AR BookFinder Login Needed In-Library Use Only Searching for Accelerated Reader books is fun and easy with this free online tool. |
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Britannica E-STAX Login Needed In-Library Use Only Nonfiction for kids, unlimited access. |
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Explora Multi-Search Login Needed In-Library Use Only Easy-to-use features and reliable content from the world’s leading magazines and reference books. |
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Fold3; Military History & Genealogy Archives Login Needed In-Library Use Only Fold3 offers the web’s premier collection of original military records, gathering the best U.S. military records, photos and stories from the Revolutionary War to more recent conflicts. |
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Freading Login Needed In-Library Use Only E-books with no waiting list! 5 tokens per week per card. |
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HeritageQuest Login Needed In-Library Use Only HeritageQuest genealogy resource |
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Kansas Online Databases Login Needed In-Library Use Only State Library of Kansas Resources. |
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Learning Express Login Needed In-Library Use Only LearningExpress provides you with easy-to-use access to relevant interactive tutorials, e-books and test preparation to help improve academic skills in reading, writing, math, social studies and science. Included are career-related information and test preparation for college admissions, professional career licensing and certification, high school equivalency and citizenship, and much more. |
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| Mosaic Art Dish | |
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06/30/2025 2:00 - 3:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Come hang out and get creative! We’ll be making fun and colorful mosaic trinket dishes—great for holding little things like jewelry, coins, or keys. No experience needed, and we’ll have everything you need.
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| LEGO Club | |
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06/30/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Meeting Room A fun and creative club where kids build, explore, and learn using LEGO bricks through guided activities and free play.
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| Spice of the Month "Cardamom Pods" | |
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07/01/2025 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Cardamom (Take & Make Kit)
Discover the warm, aromatic flavor of cardamom, a spice treasured in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Scandinavian cooking. This month’s Take & Make kit includes whole cardamom pods and simple instructions for using them in cooking. Learn something new, try a recipe, and add a little spice to your day—one pod at a time!
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| Origami | |
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07/01/2025 4:00 - 5:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Join us for a peaceful hour of paper folding and learn the basics of origami. This program is designed for adults 18+ seeking a creative outlet.
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| Dungeons & Dragons | |
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07/02/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Join a party of brave heroes to explore vibrant realms, battle mythical creatures, and shape stories as bold and colorful as they are.
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| Diamond Painting | |
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07/03/2025 4:00 - 5:00 PM Room: Meeting Room Diamond Painting Craft Program
Join us for a relaxing and creative in-person craft session featuring diamond painting! You’ll use tiny, sparkling resin "diamonds" to create a colorful design—no experience needed. We’ll provide all materials and guide you step-by-step. Come enjoy some quiet time, meet fellow crafters, and leave with your own shimmering artwork!
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| Book Club | |
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07/08/2025 1:30 - 2:30 PM Room: Meeting Room
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| Teen Paint Chip Poetry | |
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07/08/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Explore your creative side by turning color names into poetry! Choose from a variety of paint chips and use one or more color names as lines, phrases, or inspiration for your poem. Mix and match shades to craft something truly unique—no writing
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| Dungeons & Dragons | |
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07/09/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Join a party of brave heroes to explore vibrant realms, battle mythical creatures, and shape stories as bold and colorful as they are.
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| Mosaic Art "Bamboo Coaster" | |
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07/11/2025 2:00 - 3:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Come get crafty with us! We’ll be decorating colorful customizing bamboo coasters. These are fun to make and perfect for gifts—or to keep for yourself!
No experience needed, and we’ll provide all the supplies.
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| YA Book Edge Art | |
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07/11/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Transform the edges of a book into a work of art using stencils and paint. Add a creative touch to your favorite reads! Bring your own book or use one of ours.
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| YA Paint Chip Poetry | |
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07/12/2025 12:00 - 1:30 PM Room: Meeting Room Explore your creative side by turning color names into poetry! Choose from a variety of paint chips and use one or more color names as lines, phrases, or inspiration for your poem. Mix and match shades to craft something truly unique—no writing experience needed!
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| DIY Zines! | |
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07/15/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Meeting Room A zine (pronounced "zeen") is a self-published, handmade, or small press booklet for personal use or distributed in relatively small quantities for the purpose of sharing ideas, experiences, and perspectives.
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| All Ages Cooking Class "Pork Gyoza" | |
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07/16/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Cooking with Community: Gyoza
Join us for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn how to wrap delicious Japanese-style gyoza (dumplings)! We've already prepared the tasty filling, and we'll provide the recipe for you to take home. All ages are welcome—perfect for families, kids, teens, and adults. Come roll up your sleeves, get creative, and enjoy a fun and flavorful experience together!
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| YA Art Museum Book Nooks | |
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07/19/2025 12:00 - 1:30 PM Explore your creative side by turning color names into poetry! Choose from a variety of paint chips and use one or more color names as lines, phrases, or inspiration for your poem. Mix and match shades to craft something truly unique—no writing experience needed!
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| Hand-Painted Seashell Wall Décor | |
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07/22/2025 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Take-and-Make Craft Kit
Color your own beach-themed wall hanging!
Paint the seashells, decorate them with dots or patterns, then tie them with string to a natural twig to make a unique piece of handmade wall décor. No glue needed—just your creativity!
Everything you need is included in the kit.
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| Teen Lego Club | |
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07/22/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Explore bold builds, bright ideas, and creative challenges as you use LEGO® bricks to express yourself and bring your imagination to life.
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| Dungeons & Dragons | |
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07/23/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Join a party of brave heroes to explore vibrant realms, battle mythical creatures, and shape stories as bold and colorful as they are.
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| YA "Lit" Luminaries Silhouette Lamps | |
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07/25/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Light up your love of literature with Lit Luminaries! Design custom lamp shades featuring silhouette shapes or inspiring quotes from your favorite books using our Cricut machine and vinyl materials.
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| World Coffee of the Month | |
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07/28/2025 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Explore the World—One Cup at a Time! What Is It? Each month, the library offers a free take-home coffee sample inspired by flavors from around the globe! It’s like Spice of the Month, but for coffee lovers! Each sample pack includes: 2 tablespoons of ground coffee (enough for one cup) A portable drip coffee filter (fits over your mug) An info sheet with fun facts about the coffee’s country of origin
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| Snack Geo | |
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07/29/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Meeting Room Sample unique treats while learning fun facts about the culture, geography, and traditions of a different country. It's a delicious way to discover the world and connect with others, no passport required!
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| Dungeons & Dragons | |
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07/30/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Room: Multipurpose Room Join a party of brave heroes to explore vibrant realms, battle mythical creatures, and shape stories as bold and colorful as they are.
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