Bring your friends and read the 2024–2025 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

Build a masterpiece with EPL’s LEGO collection.

Drop in to create fall-themed craft projects.

Create some spook-tacular art! We’ll be adding ghosts to books to get ready for Halloween.

Join us for a fun-filled Mario-themed party for all ages! Come dressed as your favorite character and prepare for an adventure packed with excitement.

Enjoy a fun night of hands-on science activities at this after-hours event presented by the National Science Teaching Association and the Hispanic American Leadership Organization from Emporia State University.

Humanities Kansas presents the dynamics of immigration told through the lens of visual art and poetry. Showcasing an interactive exploration of a personal journey from the heart of Colombia to the heart of the United States, this lecture presents the conundrum of belonging in unfamiliar surroundings

Bring your friends and read the 2024–2025 William Allen White Children’s Book Award Master List nominees. We’ll have snacks and activities for readers.

Grades 3–5 (along with parents and teachers) are invited to the library for pizza, games, and prizes as we discuss what this year’s WAWA Book Club has in store!

Grades K-5. Build a masterpiece with EPL's LEGO collection!

Join us for a cookie decorating class with Melissa Mae's Cookies & Crafts! Registration required.

Experience folk music from Wichita-based artist Pretend Friend. This program is made possible thanks to funding from KCAIC and NEA.

This spectacular show from Mad Science Greater Kansas City thrills audiences. Don't miss out!

Grades 3-5. Create your own glow-in-the-dark painting inspired by a book.

Grades K-5. Beat the heat and be prepared for fun water games in the library courtyard and on the library lawn.

Dot your way to five in a row while practicing sight words! Snack on popcorn as you compete for prizes.

Can you escape from the fires of Mount Doom in time? Teams of 6 or fewer will solve puzzles and beat the clock in this Lord of the Rings–themed escape room. Registration opens June 14; sign up for a time slot at bit.ly/EPLMordorKids

Meet us in the library courtyard for fun, family-friendly shows! In cases of extreme heat or inclement weather, Koncerts will be moved across the street to the Civic Auditorium.