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The Checkmate Club

Monday, December 15, 2025 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.

Adult Writer’s Group

Monday, December 15, 2025 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!
 

Holiday Wrapping Station

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

Bring your unwrapped holiday gifts and get into the spirit at our festive wrapping station! We’ll provide the paper, ribbons, tags, and bows—you bring the presents.

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

Bring your unwrapped holiday gifts and get into the spirit at our festive wrapping station! We’ll provide the paper, ribbons, tags, and bows—you bring the presents.

Music Experience with Joyful Noise Studio

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Youth

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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.

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.

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.

Salina Songwriters

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Hobbies
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
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.

Adult Writer’s Group

Monday, January 12, 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!
 

Intro to Mah Jongg

Tuesday, January 13, 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.

Adult Coloring

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

Treat yourself to a calming, creative escape! Join us for our Adult Coloring program—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, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Treat yourself to a calming, creative escape! Join us for our Adult Coloring program—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.

Music Experience with Joyful Noise Studio

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Youth

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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.

Intro to Mah Jongg

Tuesday, January 20, 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.

Bingo

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room #2 at McKenzie Center
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adult

Get your game face ready—bingo nights are back at the library! In November, enjoy traditional bingo, then return in January for a book-themed bingo. Win treats, library swag, and other great prizes.
 

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

Get your game face ready—bingo nights are back at the library! In November, enjoy traditional bingo, then return in January for a book-themed bingo. Win treats, library swag, and other great prizes.
 

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.

Adult Writer’s Group

Monday, January 26, 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!
 

Intro to Mah Jongg

Tuesday, January 27, 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.

Sip & Solve Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Join us for an engaging evening at Ad Astra, where the library hosts a monthly trivia night! Test your knowledge on various topics for a chance to win a gift card to Ad Astra.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging evening at Ad Astra, where the library hosts a monthly trivia night! Test your knowledge on various topics for a chance to win a gift card to Ad Astra.

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.

Music Experience with Joyful Noise Studio

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Youth

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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.

Music Experience with Joyful Noise Studio

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Youth

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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.

Music Experience with Joyful Noise Studio

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Technology Center - Classroom at Salina Public Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Youth

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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

Kids won't want to miss this interactive music program with instructors from Joyful Noise Studios.

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.