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Preschool Pals Storytime

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for a storytime designed especially for preschool-age children. We will share some great stories, songs and activities!  

 

Cancelled
Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime designed especially for preschool-age children. We will share some great stories, songs and activities!  

 

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group

“Noon” Year’s Eve Party

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Can't stay up late but still want to celebrate? Preschoolers and their families are invited to party at the library with stories, crafts, music, and a countdown to noon. 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Can't stay up late but still want to celebrate? Preschoolers and their families are invited to party at the library with stories, crafts, music, and a countdown to noon. 

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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.

New Years

12/31/2025 @ 1:00pm to 01/01/2026 @ 11:45pm
Digital, Salina Public Library Pickup, McKenzie Center, Salina Public Library, Off Site
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This event is in the "Adult" group

Adult Take and Make Crafts: Shibori-Inspired Paper Snowflakes

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Pickup Service
Age Group:
Adult

If you enjoy making paper snowflakes, register for this take and make and and try a new twist on the tradition.

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

If you enjoy making paper snowflakes, register for this take and make and and try a new twist on the tradition.

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This event is in the "Teen" group

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!

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group

Brainy Babies

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:30am - 9:45am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Bring your little one to an interactive program with simple books, gentle movement and songs. 

 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your little one to an interactive program with simple books, gentle movement and songs. 

 

This event is in the "Early Childhood" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for a Storytime designed to meet the early literacy needs of children ages 18-36 months. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and play.

 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a Storytime designed to meet the early literacy needs of children ages 18-36 months. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and play.

 

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

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.

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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group
This event is in the "Youth" group

Toddler Tuesday at The Rolling Hills Zoo

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth

Join us at the Rolling Hills Zoo for storytime at Hideaway Hollow in the Wildlife Museum! Together, toddlers will connect with nature, wildlife and each other.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at the Rolling Hills Zoo for storytime at Hideaway Hollow in the Wildlife Museum! Together, toddlers will connect with nature, wildlife and each other.

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

What Can You Do With Your Library Card?

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adult

Discover all the amazing things your library card unlocks—from books, movies, and tech gadgets to hotspots, genealogy tools, and online learning.

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

Discover all the amazing things your library card unlocks—from books, movies, and tech gadgets to hotspots, genealogy tools, and online learning.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Mah Jongg

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room #1 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

If you have played "Mah Jongg" on your computer and enjoyed clicking to make matching tiles disappear, your next step could be learning to play "real" Mah Jong - a fascinating rummy game that uses those same Chinese tiles.

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

If you have played "Mah Jongg" on your computer and enjoyed clicking to make matching tiles disappear, your next step could be learning to play "real" Mah Jong - a fascinating rummy game that uses those same Chinese tiles.

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All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

Let's get these items to you!

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Library Branch: Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type: Pickup Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's get these items to you!

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Pickup Service

In order to schedule a pickup of your materials, please ensure that you have already received confirmation your materials are ready.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group

Brainy Babies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 9:45am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Bring your little one to an interactive program with simple books, gentle movement and songs. 

 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring your little one to an interactive program with simple books, gentle movement and songs. 

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Salina Family Mobile Medical Unit

Wednesday, January 7, 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 "Early Childhood" group

Preschool Pals Storytime

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for a storytime designed especially for preschool-age children. We will share some great stories, songs and activities!  

 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Technology Center - Classroom
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime designed especially for preschool-age children. We will share some great stories, songs and activities!  

 

This event is in the "Youth" group

Book Buddies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

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

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Book Buddies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

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

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Book Buddies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

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

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

This event is in the "Youth" group

Book Buddies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:15pm - 5:30pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

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

Reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills. Practice reading tail-waggin’ books for 15 minutes to a four-legged friend in a non-judgmental environment.

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

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.