Programs for Children
All programs are free and open to the public. With 48-hour notice, the Library can provide signed programs and meet other special needs; call 261-8590 for details. Seating is limited, but most programs do not require registration. The Central Library can accommodate larger groups; call 261-8512 for information.
Is this list too overwhelming? Use the Interactive Calendar to see just the programs you want. Limit events to just those at your branch or a certain date range.
Don't miss The Little Read!
Preschool Storytime
Stories, fingerplays and more for children aged 3-6. (30 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays through Dec. 1, Central Library, 223 S. Main
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays through Dec. 1, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer (children only)
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays through Dec. 2, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays through Nov. 25, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas (English/Spanish bilingual storytime)
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays through Dec. 2, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
Nursery Rhyme Time
Music, rhymes, activities and stories for ages 2 and under with an adult helper. No sessions Thursday, Nov. 26 or Friday, Nov. 27. (20 minutes)
10:30 a.m. and 11:05 a.m., Tuesdays through Dec. 1, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays through Dec. 2, Central Library, 223 S. Main
10:30 a.m., Thursdays through Dec. 3, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
10:30 a.m., Fridays through Dec. 4, Central Library, 223 S. Main
10:30 a.m., Fridays through Dec. 4, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Toddle Time
Stories, rhymes and motion activities for 2-year-olds with an adult helper. Registration required; contact the hosting library to register. No sessions Thursday, Nov. 26. (20 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays through Dec. 1, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian
10:30 a.m., Tuesdays through Dec. 1, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
10:30 a.m., Thursdays through Dec. 3, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
Family Storytime
Interactive storytelling and activities for children aged 3-7 with their families. (30 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Wednesdays through Dec. 2, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Thursday Night Amusements
Enjoy a variety of activities for familes with children ages 3 and older. No session Thursday, Nov. 26. (30-45 minutes)
7 p.m., Thursdays through Dec. 3, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Family Fun Time: All Dressed Up!
Wear your best to a party-time story, activity and craft.
7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Puppet Show: "Santa's Reindeer"
7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Fancy Nancy Tea Party & Fashion Show
Wear your fanciest clothes, speak your fanciest words and get ready to have a marvelous (that's "fancy" for fun) time! For ages 4-8. Registration required and starts Wednesday, Nov. 4; contact the Central Library at 261-8500 to register. (60 minutes)
7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 17, Central Library, 223 S. Main
Puppet Shows
For children aged 3-10. *Starred programs indicate repeat performances. (20-30 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas
Star Wars Book Party
May the Force be with you! Expert are you? Fellow Star Wars fans will you join for trivia and a craft. Your favorite character come as. Away put your weapons, need them you will not. The light saber, the symbol of the Jedi it is, and allowed it will be. For ages 7-11. Registration required and begins Wednesday, Nov. 4; contact the Central Library at 261-8500 to register. (60 minutes)
7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18, Central Library, 223 S. Main
Sock Puppets!
Have you ever wondered what to do with those extra single socks? Worry no more! Bring them to the library and create fabulous and funny sock puppets. Ages 5-10 with family. (45 minutes)
7 p.m., Thursday, Nov 19, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas
Make and Take Craft
Come to the library for some fun crafty projects that you can complete and take home with you. Ages 5-12. (2 hours)
1:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21, Maya Angelou Northeast Branch Library, 3051 E. 21st
1:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 19, Maya Angelou Northeast Branch Library, 3051 E. 21st
Ornate Ornaments
Glitter, sequins, yarn, paper, markers, scissors, stickers plus your imagination equals fun, fun, fun! We'll make ornaments for gifts or to keep. Ages 6-12 (60 minutes)
10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 5, Alford Branch Library, 3447 S. Meridian
Holiday Merrymaking
Get in on the holiday spirit as we tell stories, sing carols and make crafts related to the winter holidays. Enjoy hot cocoa and homemade cookies. For all ages. (60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20, Central Library, 223 S. Main
Winter Break Activities
Family Fun Time
A variety of activities for families with children ages 3 and older. (45-60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 28, Central Library, 223 S. Main
Hot Cocoa Party
Chill out with some hot cocoa and celebrate winter with crafts and games. Registration is required and begins Wednesday, Dec. 16; contact the Evergreen Branch Library at 303-8181. For ages 8-11. (45-60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 29, Evergreen Branch Library, 2601 N. Arkansas
Winter Carnival
Children aged 3-11 will enjoy games and activities with prizes. Drop in anytime between 2:30-4:00 pm. (90 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 29, Rockwell Branch Library, 5939 E. 9th
Bored? Games for All! A Winter Break Event
Enjoy board games, guessing games, puzzles and snacks for ages 3-11. (90 minutes; drop in anytime)
2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 29, Westlink Branch Library, 8515 Bekemeyer
Chocolate Fever
Love everything chocolate? Come celebrate National Chocolate Day with us and check out all the great books about chocolate, learn chocolate trivia, play chocolate book bingo, and of course, eat chocolate! For families with children ages 5-11. Registration required and starts Wednesday, Dec. 16; contact the Central Library at 261-8500 to register. (60 minutes)
2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 30, Central Library, 223 S. Main
Year-round support comes from the City of Wichita, the Wichita Public Library Foundation, the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Friends of the Wichita Public Library. The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.
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