Events in Emporia, KS

First Friday Flash Book Sale

emporiapl

Shop local and find something to share! Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library during Emporia First Friday for a festive Flash Friday Book Sale. Browse books for readers of all ages and discover affordable gifts for the book lovers on your list!

Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL)

emporiapl

Crafternoons: Bleach Paint Tote Bags

emporiapl

Get crafty this fall and give a plain tote bag a creative makeover! Use bleach paint to create unique designs and patterns, then take home a custom bag that’s ready for all your autumn adventures.

Data Centers Public Forum

emporiapl

Panel discussion of data center issue by Kansas Interfaith Action, Kansas Sierra Club, and Climate and Energy Project.

Digital Diagnosis

emporiapl

Join us for an evening drop-in as we help diagnose your digital dilemmas. Swing by with your phone, laptop, or tablet, and we’ll work to get things running smoothly again. Quick questions, weird glitches, or “Why is it doing that?” moments—we’ve got you covered. Need more than a quick fix? We’ll connect you with a Book-a-Librarian session for one-on-one support.

Dungeon Crawler Carl Party

emporiapl

Calling all crawlers! Step into the world of Dungeon Crawler Carl for an evening of games, themed crafts, a costume contest, and refreshments inspired by the series. Whether you're a longtime fan or just curious, it's time to survive the dungeon!

Foundation Paper Piecing

emporiapl

Spooky Science

emporiapl

Science gets a spooky twist! Join us for a night of hands-on experiments, fascinating discoveries, and scientific fun presented by the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), Tri Beta Biological Sciences, Honor Society ESU student chapter, and ESU Chemistry I students. Explore, experiment, and see science in action!

Trick or Treat at EPL

emporiapl

Put on your Halloween costume and visit the library for trick-or-treat fun! Stop by our service desks for a sweet treat and show off your costumes while visiting the library.

Trick or Treat at EPL

emporiapl

Put on your Halloween costume and visit the library for trick-or-treat fun! Stop by our service desks for a sweet treat and show off your costumes while visiting the library.

Trick or Treat at EPL

emporiapl

Put on your Halloween costume and visit the library for trick-or-treat fun! Stop by our service desks for a sweet treat and show off your costumes while visiting the library.

Page Turners: Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz

emporiapl

Veterans Day

emporiapl

Family Trivia

emporiapl

Put your family’s knowledge to the test after hours at the library! Work together to tackle a mix of trivia questions and see how many answers you can get right. Gather your team and compete for prizes and bragging rights!

Emporia PEO Counsel

emporiapl

Crafternoons: Embroidery Hoop Pumpkins

emporiapl

Bring a little fall flair to your crafting! Create a festive pumpkin decoration using an embroidery hoop and add a handmade touch to your autumn décor.

Foundation Paper Piecing

emporiapl

Thanksgiving

emporiapl

KDHE Lab Partner Meeting

emporiapl

KDHE, DCCCA and KBI are meeting with forensic lab partners from across the state.

Art Reception: Healthcare Access in Kansas

emporiapl

Join us for a reception celebrating Mapping the Gap, a collaborative textile artwork exploring healthcare experiences across Kansas. Created by Kansas communities and textile artist Malissa Long, the artwork brings together personal stories and fabric collages to create a visual map of the state. View the exhibition, meet fellow community members, and enjoy an evening of art and conversation.

Breakfast With Santa

emporiapl

Make some merry memories at the library! Bring the whole family for a festive morning with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and our enchanting storybook tree. Snap a holiday photo or two, enjoy a delicious breakfast, listen to live holiday music, and soak up plenty of Christmas cheer. Plus, every child who attends will receive a free book to take home! Whether this is a beloved holiday tradition for your family or your very first visit, we can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!

Page Turners: Mask of the Deer Woman by Laurie L. Dove

emporiapl

Festive Cookie Decorating

emporiapl

Get into the holiday spirit with a little cookie decorating fun! Choose your favorite frosting colors, add a sprinkle or two, and create a sweet treat that’s uniquely yours. Drop in anytime, enjoy the cozy holiday atmosphere, and have some festive fun. All ages are welcome—while supplies last!

Holiday Wrap & Share

emporiapl

Need to wrap those last-minute gifts? We’ve got you covered! We’ll provide the paper, stamps, and stickers --- everything you need to create your own one-of-a-kind wrapping paper. Make your gifts merry and bright with a personal touch! While you wrap, enjoy some holiday music and browse our community recipe card swap. Bring along a favorite recipe to share or take home a new one to try. Drop in anytime, get crafty, and check one more thing off your holiday to-do list!

Foundation Paper Piecing

emporiapl

Christmas

emporiapl

Noon Year's Eve Party

emporiapl

Ring in the new year before bedtime! Join us for games, crafts, and plenty of festive fun, then count down to noon and celebrate with an exciting balloon drop!

New Year's Day

emporiapl