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Adult Writer’s Group

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room #3 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

A bi-weekly writers' group that will meet to read and critique each other’s fiction writing. Anyone is welcome to bring their work and discuss it with other writers in the community!

Registration Required
Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #3
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

A bi-weekly writers' group that will meet to read and critique each other’s fiction writing. Anyone is welcome to bring their work and discuss it with other writers in the community!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Decorating Party

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Turn an ordinary book into a dazzling work of art at our Book Decorating Party. Try your hand at painting along the edge of pages, then add sparkle with adhesive gems and decorative embellishments on the cover.

Registration Required
Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn an ordinary book into a dazzling work of art at our Book Decorating Party. Try your hand at painting along the edge of pages, then add sparkle with adhesive gems and decorative embellishments on the cover.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Salina Family Mobile Medical Unit

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Author Veda Rodgers

Book Signing with Author Veda Rodgers

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Information Services at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adult

A Grand Day presents the diaries of Louisa "Lulu" Ehrichs Schwanbeck, who chronicled her life on a western Kansas farm during the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, and World War II.

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Information Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

A Grand Day presents the diaries of Louisa "Lulu" Ehrichs Schwanbeck, who chronicled her life on a western Kansas farm during the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, and World War II.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
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

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Community Creations Kits- DIY Hydrating Water Beads Ice Pack 

All Day 5/1 - 5/24
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Community Creations Kits are the next evolution of our Take & Make crafts! These monthly pick–up kits require no registration—just stop by, grab a kit, and create at home with included supplies and instructions.

Library Branch: Salina Public Library Pickup
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Community Creations Kits are the next evolution of our Take & Make crafts! These monthly pick–up kits require no registration—just stop by, grab a kit, and create at home with included supplies and instructions.

This event is in the "Adult" group

The Checkmate Club

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room #1 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

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: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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.
This event is in the "Adult" group

Salina Family Mobile Medical Unit

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Family Triple Feature Movie Kits

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Movie, Pickup Service
Age Group:
Adult

For this movie kit, you’ll sign up to receive a triple feature of G & PG–rated movies. Each month's movies will have a different theme or genre with three surprise library DVDs checked out to you for 14 days.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library Pickup
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie, Pickup Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

For this movie kit, you’ll sign up to receive a triple feature of G & PG–rated movies. Each month's movies will have a different theme or genre with three surprise library DVDs checked out to you for 14 days.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
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

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Couples Triple Feature Movie Kits

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Movie, Pickup Service
Age Group:
Adult

For this movie kit, you’ll sign up to receive a triple feature of PG–13 & R–rated movies. Each month’s movies will have a different theme or genre, with three surprise library DVDs checked out to you for 14 days.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library Pickup
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie, Pickup Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

For this movie kit, you’ll sign up to receive a triple feature of PG–13 & R–rated movies. Each month’s movies will have a different theme or genre, with three surprise library DVDs checked out to you for 14 days.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Salina Songwriters

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Hobbies, Performance, Workshop
Age Group:
Adult

Salina Songwriters is a loose group of local songwriters who meet once a month to share songs and encourage each other in our individual creative endeavors.

Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Hobbies, Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

Salina Songwriters is a loose group of local songwriters who meet once a month to share songs and encourage each other in our individual creative endeavors.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Adult Writer’s Group

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room #3 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

A bi–weekly writers' group that will meet to read and critique each other’s fiction writing. Anyone is welcome to bring their work and discuss it with other writers in the community!

Registration Required
Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #3
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

A bi–weekly writers' group that will meet to read and critique each other’s fiction writing. Anyone is welcome to bring their work and discuss it with other writers in the community!

This event is in the "Adult" group
The Mountains Sing

Monday Night Book Discussion: The Mountains Sing

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Book Discussion:

Monday Night Book Discussion is a friendly book club that talks about a different title each month from a variety of genres.

The Mountains Sing

by Nguyẽ̂n Phan Qué̂ Mai
 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Discussion

Monday Night Book Discussion is a friendly book club that talks about a different title each month from a variety of genres.

The Mountains Sing

by Nguyẽ̂n Phan Qué̂ Mai
 

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.
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Dr Vivienne Ming

Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Vivienne Ming

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

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming

 

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

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Art Meditation

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room #1 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Art Meditation is a calming, process–focused program inspired by MoodBodyStudio on Instagram, where participants use a variety of art supplies to explore intuitive mark–making and flowing neurographic lines.

Registration Required
Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Art Meditation is a calming, process–focused program inspired by MoodBodyStudio on Instagram, where participants use a variety of art supplies to explore intuitive mark–making and flowing neurographic lines.

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.
This event is in the "Adult" group

Salina Family Mobile Medical Unit

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Adult Coloring

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Our Adult Coloring program is an easygoing, stress–free hour of coloring, conversation, and self–care.

Registration Required
Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our Adult Coloring program is an easygoing, stress–free hour of coloring, conversation, and self–care.

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.
This event is in the "Adult" group

Coffee & Crafts

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Kickstart your mornings with a cup of coffee and a creative boost at our monthly crafting sessions! Each month brings a new craft project, with all supplies and coffee provided by the library.

Registration Required
Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: Meeting Room #2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kickstart your mornings with a cup of coffee and a creative boost at our monthly crafting sessions! Each month brings a new craft project, with all supplies and coffee provided by the library.

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.
This event is in the "Adult" group
Wool by Hugh Howey

Book Club to New Worlds - Wool by Hugh Howey

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Book Club to New Worlds features a rotating selection of Fantasy Novels, Science Fiction Novels, and Graphic Novels that are either fantasy or science fiction themed. 

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Club to New Worlds features a rotating selection of Fantasy Novels, Science Fiction Novels, and Graphic Novels that are either fantasy or science fiction themed. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

The Checkmate Club

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

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: Adult
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

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.
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Nir Eyal

Virtual Author Talk: Nir Eyal

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Digital
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Other
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

 

Internationally Bestselling Author of Hooked and Indistractable

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

Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

 

Internationally Bestselling Author of Hooked and Indistractable

This event is in the "Adult" group

Salina Family Mobile Medical Unit

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Salina Family Healthcare Center will bring its mobile medical unit to SPL’s parking lot to offer Urgent Care for illness, minor injuries, school/sports physicals including lab draws and real-time results for rapid strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19.