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Transitions in Rock Music 1950s-1980s: Form and Function

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Hobbies, Workshop
Age Group:
Adult

A look at the aesthetics of rock music, especially in regards to 1) song ""form: and 2) rock's attempts to ""grow up"" from its earliest adolescent roots to becoming more ""adult"" in the mid-60s.

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

A look at the aesthetics of rock music, especially in regards to 1) song ""form: and 2) rock's attempts to ""grow up"" from its earliest adolescent roots to becoming more ""adult"" in the mid-60s.

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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.
Where the Wind Leads

Fantastic NON-Fiction Book Discussion: Where the Wind Leads

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

Where the Wind Leads

by Vinh Chung

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

Where the Wind Leads

by Vinh Chung

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.
Cute Boy Reading

Pickup Service

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

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

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Pickup Service

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Summer Kick Off Party

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Caldwell Plaza at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen, Adult

Kick off the summer with carnival games, face painting, and more. Fun for the whole family! Pizza provided, first come first served. Find us in Caldwell Plaza on the lawn of the library. 

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

Kick off the summer with carnival games, face painting, and more. Fun for the whole family! Pizza provided, first come first served. Find us in Caldwell Plaza on the lawn of 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.
Cute Boy Reading

Pickup Service

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

Let's get these items to you!

Registration Required
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

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Memorial Day

All Day
Digital, Salina Public Library Pickup, McKenzie Center, Salina Public Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Digital, Salina Public Library Pickup, McKenzie Center, Salina Public Library, Off Site
Cute Boy Reading

Pickup Service

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

Let's get these items to you!

Registration Required
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.

Arts Exhibit: Mike Neustrom, "Escape Into Landscape"

All Day 5/26 - 5/29
Gallery 708 at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other

Painter Mike Neustrom will exhibit his show “Escape into Landscape” in Gallery 708. Although he has been painting for over 60 years, Mike took a 40–year break.

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Gallery 708
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Painter Mike Neustrom will exhibit his show “Escape into Landscape” in Gallery 708. Although he has been painting for over 60 years, Mike took a 40–year break.

Tinker Tots

Tinker Tots

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Tinker Tots is a STEAM-based learning program for children ages 3-6. Each month, we will incorporate unique learning activities with themes such as building, engineering, math, science, technology, and art.

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

Tinker Tots is a STEAM-based learning program for children ages 3-6. Each month, we will incorporate unique learning activities with themes such as building, engineering, math, science, technology, and art.

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.

Summer Lunches at the Library

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
McKenzie Center at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: McKenzie Center
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

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.
Yellow Bird: Oil, Murder, and a Women's Search for Justice in Indian Country

The True Crime Collective: "Yellow Bird: oil, Murder, and a Woman's Search for Justice in Indian Country

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult

The True Crime Collective Book Group offers a welcoming space for anyone interested in reading and discussing nonfiction stories about real-life crimes—from murder and corruption to fraud, ethics, and beyond.

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

The True Crime Collective Book Group offers a welcoming space for anyone interested in reading and discussing nonfiction stories about real-life crimes—from murder and corruption to fraud, ethics, and beyond.

Cute Boy Reading

Pickup Service

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

Let's get these items to you!

Registration Required
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.
Brainy Babies

Brainy Babies

Wednesday, May 27, 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. 

 

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.

Salina Family Mobile Medical Unit

Wednesday, May 27, 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.

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Preschool Pals Storytime

Wednesday, May 27, 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!  

*No Preschool Pals Storytime May 20. 

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!  

*No Preschool Pals Storytime May 20. 

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.

Summer Lunches at the Library

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
McKenzie Center at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: McKenzie Center
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

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.

Iris Fold Greeting Cards

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

In this session, instructor Emily Mallory will show participants how to create Iris Fold Greeting Cards, perfect to send to friends and family.

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

In this session, instructor Emily Mallory will show participants how to create Iris Fold Greeting Cards, perfect to send to friends and family.

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.
Cute Boy Reading

Pickup Service

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

Let's get these items to you!

Registration Required
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.

Take & Make Kids Craft

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

If you're looking for a simple and easy craft for kids, then this Take and Make program is for you!  We'll give you a bag filled with almost all the supplies you will need and the instructions for how to make your craft. 

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

If you're looking for a simple and easy craft for kids, then this Take and Make program is for you!  We'll give you a bag filled with almost all the supplies you will need and the instructions for how to make your craft. 

Summer Lunches at the Library

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
McKenzie Center at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: McKenzie Center
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

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.
LEGO

Summer Brick Builders

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth

Build, create, and imagine with your friends in this hands-on way to explore creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork all summer long.

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

Build, create, and imagine with your friends in this hands-on way to explore creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork all summer long.

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.
Dark Crystal

Reel Film Fans - The Dark Crystal

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Youth, Teen, Adult

Come experience and appreciate film at Salina Art Center Cinema. We will have a discussion afterward. Open to all with a library card but they can also be issued with a valid ID at program and registration is encouraged. 

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come experience and appreciate film at Salina Art Center Cinema. We will have a discussion afterward. Open to all with a library card but they can also be issued with a valid ID at program and registration is encouraged. 

Cute Boy Reading

Pickup Service

All Day
Salina Public Library Pickup
Program Type:
Pickup Service

Let's get these items to you!

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

Let's get these items to you!

Disclaimer(s)

Pickup Service

In order to schedule a pickup of your materials, please ensure that you have already received confirmation your materials are ready.

Summer Lunches at the Library

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
McKenzie Center at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Cooking & Food
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth, Teen

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

Library Branch: McKenzie Center
Room: McKenzie Center
Age Group: Early Childhood, Youth, Teen
Program Type: Cooking & Food
Event Details:

Salina Public Library, in partnership with St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, will provide free grab-and-go lunches starting May 26 through July 31. 

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.