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Temple Raiders | A free coding competition for all ages.

Fiero Code: Temple Raiders Contest

All Day 2/2 - 3/31
Digital
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult

Like all good adventures, this one was completely accidental. 

To start, you’re a tourist at the ancient Planet Fiero jungle temple of Tikal. Innocent enough, right? 

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

Like all good adventures, this one was completely accidental. 

To start, you’re a tourist at the ancient Planet Fiero jungle temple of Tikal. Innocent enough, right? 

Bookmark Contest

All Day 3/16 - 4/30
North Lobby at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen

Show us your creativity by designing a bookmark inspired by this year’s theme: “Books are just the beginning.” Winning designs in each age category will be printed and available at the library this summer!

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: North Lobby
Age Group: Youth, Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Show us your creativity by designing a bookmark inspired by this year’s theme: “Books are just the beginning.” Winning designs in each age category will be printed and available at the library this summer!

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Library Luck Raffle 2026

03/19/2026 @ 8:00am to 04/24/2026 @ 12:00am
Digital
Program Type:
Games, Other
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult

GET TICKETS HERE!

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Digital
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games, Other
Event Details:

GET TICKETS HERE!

Junk Journaling Daily Practice

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Junk journaling is about recording everyday life using everyday materials. So of course a lot of these come in the form of garbage and trash and things we encounter without even thinking

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

Junk journaling is about recording everyday life using everyday materials. So of course a lot of these come in the form of garbage and trash and things we encounter without even thinking

Napping Princess

Anime Club - Napping Princess

Wednesday, April 1, 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. 

Valerie Neal

Virtual Author Talk: Valerie Neal

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

On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal

 

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

On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal

 

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!

Sew a Wardrobe For a 14-Inch Rag Doll

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult

Adding to the simple pants and shirt from her Sew a 14-Inch Rag Doll class, San Francisco doll designer Katia Ferris shows you how to expand your d

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

Adding to the simple pants and shirt from her Sew a 14-Inch Rag Doll class, San Francisco doll designer Katia Ferris shows you how to expand your d

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!

Brad Taylor

Virtual Author Talk: Brad Taylor

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor

 

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

On Writing Action-Packed and Suspenseful Spycraft with Brad Taylor

 

Rag Doll Hairstyles: Short and Long

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult

Hair is a key part of a rag doll’s personality. In this class, San Francisco doll designer Katia Ferris shows you how to create expressive hairstyles that bring your dolls to life.

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

Hair is a key part of a rag doll’s personality. In this class, San Francisco doll designer Katia Ferris shows you how to create expressive hairstyles that bring your dolls to life.

Fuzz

Salina Reads Kick-Off

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Salina Reads
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult
The community is invited to launch Salina Reads with an evening of music, creativity, and animal-themed fun. Guests can enjoy live music from Treehouse, tasty appetizers, and a hands-on animal craft for all ages.
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Salina Reads
Event Details:
The community is invited to launch Salina Reads with an evening of music, creativity, and animal-themed fun. Guests can enjoy live music from Treehouse, tasty appetizers, and a hands-on animal craft for all ages.

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.
Lucia Zora and her favorite elephant, Snyder, demonstrate the circus act that made them famous in the Sells-Floto Circus in the early 20th century. BucklesBlog/Courtesy photo

Snyder: An Elephant’s Story

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Salina Reads
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Explore the history of Snyder the elephant, one of our community's most unique animal stories.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Salina Reads
Registration Required
Event Details:
Explore the history of Snyder the elephant, one of our community's most unique animal stories.

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.

Surface Design on Ceramics

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 8:00am - 8:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Painter and potter Cindy Willingham shares two approachable resist techniques to add depth and personality to your ceramic work.

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

Painter and potter Cindy Willingham shares two approachable resist techniques to add depth and personality to your ceramic work.

Miranda Cowley Heller

Virtual Author Talk: Miranda Cowley Heller

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller

 

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

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller

 

DEAR Poster

Drop Everything And Read Day @ SPL!

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 8:00pm
Information Services at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult

Sometimes the best plan is to pause everything and open a good book!
Join us at Salina Public Library during National Library Week to celebrate Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) Day! 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Information Services
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Sometimes the best plan is to pause everything and open a good book!
Join us at Salina Public Library during National Library Week to celebrate Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) Day! 

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.
pokemon club

Pokémon Club

Thursday, April 23, 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.
Middle School LEGO

Middle School LEGO Club

Wednesday, April 29, 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.
Jason Reynolds

Virtual Author Talk: Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

 

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

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

 

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!

Cooking Class with Prairieland Market

Wednesday, May 6, 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.
Genius Party

Anime Club - Genius Party

Wednesday, May 6, 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. 

Marjan Kamali

Virtual Author Talk: Marjan Kamali

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

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali

 

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

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali

 

Teen Take & Makes

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

Each month, pick up a new craft kit to try at home. Kits include most supplies and step-by-step instructions.

May: Origami Jumping Frogs

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

Each month, pick up a new craft kit to try at home. Kits include most supplies and step-by-step instructions.

May: Origami Jumping Frogs