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CB Mixtape: The Night Before Christmas

All Day
Digital
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

CbMixtapes are playlists made of specific bits taken from different classes and grouped together by a common theme.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

CbMixtapes are playlists made of specific bits taken from different classes and grouped together by a common theme.

CB 4x4 Studies: A Daily Practice in Collage

All Day
Digital
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Collage invites us to look at the world and see possibility in every scrap and shape around you.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Collage invites us to look at the world and see possibility in every scrap and shape around you.

Mindful Movement for Makers with Liza Laird

Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Liza Laird is a knitter, yogi, mama of three little humans, three alpacas, ten chickens, a giant angora bunny, and a feisty shiba inu. She teaches knitting and mindfulness classes and hosts retreats online and around the world.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Liza Laird is a knitter, yogi, mama of three little humans, three alpacas, ten chickens, a giant angora bunny, and a feisty shiba inu. She teaches knitting and mindfulness classes and hosts retreats online and around the world.

Teen Bookworm Kit

Teen Bookworm Kit

All Day
North Lobby at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Pickup Service
Age Group:
Teen

Hey, teen bookworms! Sign up for our awesome monthly book kit. Enjoy a free book, fun book-themed swag, and a snack. Get ready to open a world of adventure every month!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: North Lobby
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Pickup Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey, teen bookworms! Sign up for our awesome monthly book kit. Enjoy a free book, fun book-themed swag, and a snack. Get ready to open a world of adventure every month!

The Checkmate Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Join us for a casual chess meet-up open to players of all skill levels. Challenge new opponents, enjoy the thrill of the game, and sharpen your strategy in a relaxed, social setting—no formal instruction, just pure play.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a casual chess meet-up open to players of all skill levels. Challenge new opponents, enjoy the thrill of the game, and sharpen your strategy in a relaxed, social setting—no formal instruction, just pure play.

SAT Prep Workshop

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teen

Help your teen prepare with confidence through a FREE 11-session SAT Workshop Series, brought to you by Brainfuse. Live Zoom sessions cover reading, writing, math, and proven test-taking strategies.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Help your teen prepare with confidence through a FREE 11-session SAT Workshop Series, brought to you by Brainfuse. Live Zoom sessions cover reading, writing, math, and proven test-taking strategies.

In This Corner of the World

Anime Club: In This Corner of the World

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Language & Culture, Movie
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Since 2025 is the 80th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, the winter quarter selections are anime films focused on the theme of living there during and after this event.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Language & Culture, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Since 2025 is the 80th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, the winter quarter selections are anime films focused on the theme of living there during and after this event.

Middle School LEGO

Middle School LEGO Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen

 Build with your friends and join us for fun challenges designed with intermediate to advanced builders in mind!


Registration is required and opens one week prior to the event.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Build with your friends and join us for fun challenges designed with intermediate to advanced builders in mind!


Registration is required and opens one week prior to the event.

Disclaimer(s)

Filming and Photography Policy

The Salina Public Library is permitted to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at the library and Library sponsored events for publicity. Anyone who does not wish to be photographed or filmed may opt-out by notifying Library staff. Names of patrons will not be used in publicity without consent.

Teen Take & Makes

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Every month a new kit will be available for you to pick up and try some crafts at home! The kits will have most of the supplies you will need, plus a step-by-step guide to show you how to do the craft!

January: Coffee Filter Snowflakes

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library Pickup
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every month a new kit will be available for you to pick up and try some crafts at home! The kits will have most of the supplies you will need, plus a step-by-step guide to show you how to do the craft!

January: Coffee Filter Snowflakes

David Brooks

Virtual Author Talk: David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

 

Draft and Sew a Button-Down Jumpsuit

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Teen

A well-fitting jumpsuit is a wardrobe staple, and it's even better when it’s made just for you.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Hobbies
Event Details:

A well-fitting jumpsuit is a wardrobe staple, and it's even better when it’s made just for you.

Julia Hotz

Virtual Author Talk: Julia Hotz

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz

 

Cooking Class with Prairieland Market

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Teen

Join us at Prairieland Market for a lesson in cooking. Learn basic knife skills, kitchen sanitation, and food safety. After that, get ready to make some delicious food!

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Prairieland Market for a lesson in cooking. Learn basic knife skills, kitchen sanitation, and food safety. After that, get ready to make some delicious food!

Disclaimer(s)

Filming and Photography Policy

The Salina Public Library is permitted to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at the library and Library sponsored events for publicity. Anyone who does not wish to be photographed or filmed may opt-out by notifying Library staff. Names of patrons will not be used in publicity without consent.

Yoga of Yarn: Brioche Knit Meditation Mat

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

As creators, our bodies are essential tools that deserve careful attention. Join Liza Laird, a knitter and yogi, as she explores beautiful ways to integrate body, mind, and spirit into artmaking.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Hobbies
Event Details:

As creators, our bodies are essential tools that deserve careful attention. Join Liza Laird, a knitter and yogi, as she explores beautiful ways to integrate body, mind, and spirit into artmaking.

pokemon club

Pokémon Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth, Teen

In this beginner to intermediate Pokemon program, you can learn how to play the game, trade cards, find out how to spot a fake card, and meet fellow Pokemon fans! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this beginner to intermediate Pokemon program, you can learn how to play the game, trade cards, find out how to spot a fake card, and meet fellow Pokemon fans! 

Disclaimer(s)

Filming and Photography Policy

The Salina Public Library is permitted to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at the library and Library sponsored events for publicity. Anyone who does not wish to be photographed or filmed may opt-out by notifying Library staff. Names of patrons will not be used in publicity without consent.

Quilt-As-You-Go Coasters

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Turn your smallest fabric scraps into tiny works of art in this playful, improvisational quilting class taught by crafter and sewist Faith Hale.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Hobbies
Event Details:

Turn your smallest fabric scraps into tiny works of art in this playful, improvisational quilting class taught by crafter and sewist Faith Hale.

Liz Moore

Virtual Author Talk: Liz Moore

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore

 

Sip & Solve Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Join us for an engaging evening at Ad Astra, where the library hosts a monthly trivia night! Test your knowledge on various topics for a chance to win a gift card to Ad Astra.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging evening at Ad Astra, where the library hosts a monthly trivia night! Test your knowledge on various topics for a chance to win a gift card to Ad Astra.

Disclaimer(s)

Filming and Photography Policy

The Salina Public Library is permitted to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at the library and Library sponsored events for publicity. Anyone who does not wish to be photographed or filmed may opt-out by notifying Library staff. Names of patrons will not be used in publicity without consent.
Sugar Sugar Rune

Anime Club - Sugar Sugar Rune

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Language & Culture, Movie
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Explore Japanese animation by watching several episodes of a series or an entire film with others and discussing afterward in a fun, casual setting. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Language & Culture, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore Japanese animation by watching several episodes of a series or an entire film with others and discussing afterward in a fun, casual setting. 

Vanessa Riley

Virtual Author Talk: Vanessa Riley

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley

 

Lindsey Stewart

Virtual Author Talk: Lindsey Stewart

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart

 

Teen Take & Makes

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Every month, a new kit will be available for you to pick up and try some crafts at home! The kits will have most of the supplies you will need, plus a step-by-step guide to show you how to do the craft!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library Pickup
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every month, a new kit will be available for you to pick up and try some crafts at home! The kits will have most of the supplies you will need, plus a step-by-step guide to show you how to do the craft!

Teen Board Game Night

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen

If you’re a fan of board games and card games, then join us for a night of fun. We will have a variety of games available, or you can bring your own. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you’re a fan of board games and card games, then join us for a night of fun. We will have a variety of games available, or you can bring your own. 

Disclaimer(s)

Filming and Photography Policy

The Salina Public Library is permitted to take photographs and video footage of people of all ages at the library and Library sponsored events for publicity. Anyone who does not wish to be photographed or filmed may opt-out by notifying Library staff. Names of patrons will not be used in publicity without consent.
Smithsonian

Virtual Author Talk: Tom Crouch

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion, Other
Event Details:

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch