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Happy Bear

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Youth

Happy Bear is an audience-interactive, active-learning program presented by Child Advocacy and Parenting Services (CAPS).

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

Happy Bear is an audience-interactive, active-learning program presented by Child Advocacy and Parenting Services (CAPS).

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. 

Brainy Babies

Brainy Babies

Monday, May 18, 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. 

*No Brainy Babies May 20 & May 25.

 

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. 

*No Brainy Babies May 20 & May 25.

 

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.
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Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 18, 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.

 

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.
STEAM Kids Club

STEAM Kids Adventure Club

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology, Other
Age Group:
Youth

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on activities and creative challenges! Each session encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and fun while learning. 

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

Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on activities and creative challenges! Each session encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and fun while learning. 

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 Public Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00am - 9:00am
Campbell Room at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Other

The north doors of the library are opened by 6:45 a.m. prior to the board meeting.  Board meetings are held in the Campbell Room unless noted otherwise on the board agenda. 

Library Branch: Salina Public Library
Room: Campbell Room
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The north doors of the library are opened by 6:45 a.m. prior to the board meeting.  Board meetings are held in the Campbell Room unless noted otherwise on the board agenda. 

tamara

Dance Storytime with Tamara Howe

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for this active storytime that combines great stories and movement. Dance Storytime is hosted by Tamara Howe School of Dance. 

 

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

Join us for this active storytime that combines great stories and movement. Dance Storytime is hosted by Tamara Howe School of Dance. 

 

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.
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

Book Buddies

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 5:45pm
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.

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.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:00pm
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.

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.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:15pm
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.

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.

Book Buddies

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:15pm - 6:30pm
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.

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.

Hora de Cuentos en Español / Spanish Storytime

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Hora de cuentos en español es perfecto para niños de todas las edades ya sean hablantes de español o están empezando a explorar el idioma. Juntos disfrutaremos de cuentos, rimas y canciones en español en un espacio alegre y seguro.

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

Hora de cuentos en español es perfecto para niños de todas las edades ya sean hablantes de español o están empezando a explorar el idioma. Juntos disfrutaremos de cuentos, rimas y canciones en español en un espacio alegre y seguro.

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.
Brainy Babies

Brainy Babies

Wednesday, May 20, 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. 

*No Brainy Babies May 20 & May 25.

 

Cancelled
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. 

*No Brainy Babies May 20 & May 25.

 

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 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.

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Preschool Pals Storytime

Wednesday, May 20, 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. 

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!  

*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.
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.
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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.

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

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.
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.