Upcoming Events

Hey, you. The one in the corner reading. Would you like to feel a little bit social, but without the awkwardness of small talk? This is the book club for you! 

What can you create with clay? We’ll provide modeling clay and fun accessories like googly eyes for kids to create their own clay animal, creature, or other imaginative creation. 

Learn technology basics in this three-part course designed to help folks re-entering the workforce. Start your digital adventure! Meet in the library's Collaboration Space on the first floor.

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than competitive, so plan to have fun and make new friends.

With Bob Ross’ techniques we will be painting as he would call it, “A Happy Little Tree.” Supplies will be provided, registration is required. Take home a work of art you did yourself this July. 

Welcome, adventurers! This is a club for those who enjoy tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons, Monster of the Week and Kids on Bikes.

Take some inspiration from Van Goh, Claude Monte and more at our Mimic the Masters painting DIY. All supplies will be provided. Unleash that Artist within yourself.

Let's build together! K-5th graders will build a new structure each week using the library's Legos and their imagination. Fridays, June 6 - July 11 (not on July 4th).

What can you create with clay? We’ll provide modeling clay and fun accessories like googly eyes for kids to create their own clay animal, creature, or other imaginative creation. This program is for K-5th graders.

Learn about this amazing neurological phenomenon, Synesthesia, where senses blend—like hearing colors or seeing sounds. Using music, textures, and colors, you’ll create your own synesthesia-inspired masterpiece. Snacks Provided!

Kids love to make stuff, and now they have all the supplies they need to create something great - paper, glue, scissors, and craft odds and ends! Kids can use their imaginations to make whatever they want. 

Learn technology basics in this three-part course designed to help folks re-entering the workforce. Start your digital adventure! Meet in the library's Collaboration Space on the first floor.

Let’s get together for engaging conversations over good books! Join us for book and writing discussions on the topic of abnormal psychology this summer. In July, we will show author and educator Steven J.

Relax and reduce stress by hanging out at your local library. On 3rd Monday nights, we will have a variety of activities available from crafts to games to conversation starters.

Learn technology basics in this three-part course designed to help folks re-entering the workforce. Start your digital adventure! Meet in the library's Collaboration Space on the first floor.

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than competitive, so plan to have fun and make new friends.

Welcome, adventurers! This is a club for those who enjoy tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons, Monster of the Week and Kids on Bikes.

Enjoy a donut while we discuss books with dangerous storylines. Hang out with other book lovers in this nontraditional book club. We will focus on the genres of true crime, murders and mysteries.

The zoo and the library team up to present a fun storytime for ages 3 and up with books on the big screen, active songs, and lots of animal sounds and poses. Zoofari Tails Storytimes also include animal artifacts to look at or touch. 

Meet a friendly therapy dog and stay "PAWSitive" about reading! Kids can read a short book to a certified therapy dog brought in by one of our volunteer dog handlers.

Kids love to make stuff, and now they have all the supplies they need to create something great - paper, glue, scissors, and craft odds and ends! Kids can use their imaginations to make whatever they want. 

Henna Art, Learn the history and culture of Henna Art and try your hand with simple Henna designs. All supplies will be provided. Bring your hands and create some art!

Meet a friendly therapy dog and stay "PAWSitive" about reading! Kids can read a short book to a certified therapy dog brought in by one of our volunteer dog handlers.

The Riley County Historical Society actively collects and preserves the diverse history of the community for future generations in partnership with the Riley County Historical Museum.