Storytimes near Hutchinson Public Library

Teens, join us for a 7th-12th grade art program where we’re making dragon eyes with Model Magic! All materials will be provided, plus snacks to enjoy while you work. Click here to register for this event

Great for any age! Our summer storytime includes stories, rhymes, music, and a puppet show! Attendees will build lasting memories while learning!

Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Studies show that children gain confidence when reading to dogs. Whether  your child is a pre-reader, just learning to read, or is a proficient reader, they will enjoy this fun program. When readers get three punches on their punch card, they get a free book! This program is in partnership with Hutchinson Kennel Club Therapy Dogs. No registration required.

Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Join us for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and community at Board Game Night! Whether you’re into strategy showdowns, lighthearted party games, or classic card games, there’s something for everyone. Games Include:  Tabletop Games Party games Card games Trivia (Feel free to bring your own favorite to share!) Snacks will be provided — come hungry for both games and goodies! Free and open to the public.Ages 18 and up. Bring a friend or come solo — either way, you’re sure to have a great time!

Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

This workshop covers basic instruction for our craft-cutter, the Cricut Maker 3. You will design and create a vinyl decal, and learn how to make stickers, fabric-transfers, and more. You will need an email address to register for your Cricut ID. There is no cost to attend. Basic computer and reading skills are required. No previous experience is required. Seats are limited, but this workshop will be offered regularly. If you can’t attend a scheduled workshop, please contact us to discuss alternatives. The Makerspace will be closed to other activities during this workshop. IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ: Young children must be able to understand written and verbal instructions unaided, as well as use a desktop computer. Each individual attending will need a current Hutchinson Public Library Card. Student library cards are not valid for Makerspace workshops.

Bring your competitive side to the library for a variety of card and board games! This is a come-and-go event best suited for 1st-6th graders. Snacks will be provided!

Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Come to the Youth Services area and play and learn strategy from a chess instructor.

Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Being able to create, edit, and manipulate images on a computer is an essential skill for digital creatives. This workshop will get you started! Get ready to learn how to retouch photographs, adjust colors, combine images, and so much more! Whether you are preserving family photographs, creating fliers, or producing art, attend this event to get started. Moderate computer and basic reading skills are required. We will be using a three-button mouse, keyboard shortcuts with modifier keys, browsing the file system, and using specialized language for image-editing terms. You will need to know your email address and password. Creating a free account is required for the software we are teaching. Bring a USB flash drive to save your work. There is no cost to attend. No previous experience with image-editing software is required. Seats are limited, but this workshop will be offered regularly. If you can’t attend a scheduled workshop, please contact us to discuss alternatives. The Makerspace will be closed to other activities during this workshop.

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Recommended age: 18 months – 2 years A storytime at HPL (for babies, toddlers, or preschoolers) includes books, songs, rhymes, music, and more– chosen for the appropriate age! You and your child will create a strong bond, build lasting memories, and learn through play with their peers!

Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Recommended age: Birth – 18 months A storytime at HPL (for babies, toddlers, or preschoolers) includes books, songs, rhymes, music, and more– chosen for the appropriate age! You and your child will create a strong bond, build lasting memories, and learn through play with their peers!

Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

We will soon require training to use our 3D printing services. This introductory workshop covers basic information to perform 3D printing projects. Completing it gives you access to use our 3D printing equipment, and you will make a small 3D print at no cost. There is no cost to attend. Basic computer and reading skills are required. No previous experience is required. Seats are limited, but this workshop will be offered regularly. If you can’t attend a scheduled workshop, please contact us to discuss alternatives. The Makerspace will be closed to other activities during this workshop. You may need to return later to pick up your completed 3D print IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ: Young children must be able to understand written and verbal instructions unaided, as well as use a desktop computer. Each individual attending will need a current Hutchinson Public Library Card. Student library cards are not valid for Makerspace workshops.

Whether you love or hate film adaptations of your favorite stories, this book club is the place to have an exciting conversation about books, casting choices, plot changes, cinematography, and more! We meet every other month with a new title each time. Joining is easy! Check out the book for the “Is the Book Always Better?” book club at the public service desk.

Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

This workshop covers basic instruction for our craft-cutter, the Cricut Maker 3. You will design and create a vinyl decal, and learn how to make stickers, fabric-transfers, and more. You will need an email address to register for your Cricut ID. There is no cost to attend. Basic computer and reading skills are required. No previous experience is required. Seats are limited, but this workshop will be offered regularly. If you can’t attend a scheduled workshop, please contact us to discuss alternatives. The Makerspace will be closed to other activities during this workshop. IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ: Young children must be able to understand written and verbal instructions unaided, as well as use a desktop computer. Each individual attending will need a current Hutchinson Public Library Card. Student library cards are not valid for Makerspace workshops.

Recommended age: 18 months – 2 years A storytime at HPL (for babies, toddlers, or preschoolers) includes books, songs, rhymes, music, and more– chosen for the appropriate age! You and your child will create a strong bond, build lasting memories, and learn through play with their peers!

Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Recommended age: Birth – 18 months A storytime at HPL (for babies, toddlers, or preschoolers) includes books, songs, rhymes, music, and more– chosen for the appropriate age! You and your child will create a strong bond, build lasting memories, and learn through play with their peers!

For the Record is a place for music lovers to gather and share their love of both reading about and listening to music. Join us for a monthly meetup on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00PM. We dive into the stories behind iconic musicians and albums, while sharing our favorite tracks and newest record finds. We read the 33 1/3 series. These are short books, each about a different musician and album. We explore a new one each month with a discussion about the book, album and the music that moves us. Whether you are a vinyl enthusiast or just passionate about discovering new sounds, For the Record offers a fun and welcoming space to connect.   We meet every month except for September. Visit our Adults page to see what we are reading this month.  Books are available for check out at the Public Service desk.

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Register Here Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide.  In The Secrets We Hide, Slaughter welcomes readers back to North Falls. A small town with big secrets… 1601 Iris Drive looks like any other house on the quiet, residential street. But rumors are rampant about the Vickery family, and what goes on behind closed doors. When gunshots ring out, Sheriff Emmy Clifton and her sister, ex-federal agent Jude Archer, discover a devastating crime scene. Allison Vickery has been murdered in her own kitchen, and her teenage daughter is bleeding upstairs, left for dead. Everyone thinks they know what happened. But secrets are buried everywhere in this small town. And it’s up to Emmy Clifton to uncover the truth… Register now to take part in the discussion, and for an exclusive sneak peek of The Secrets We Hide, coming out August 11, 2026! About the Author: Karin Slaughter is one of the world’s most popular storytellers. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-five novels, including the Edgar nominated Cop Town and standalone novels Pretty Girls and False Witness. An international bestseller, Slaughter is published in 120 countries with more than 40 million copies sold across the globe. Pieces of Her, based on her novel, debuted at #1 worldwide on Netflix as an original series in 2022. Her bestselling thriller series, Will Trent, is now a television and streaming sensation in its 4th season. The Good Daughter has been adapted into a limited series starring Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy, and further projects are currently in development for film/TV.  Karin Slaughter is the founder of the Save the Libraries project—a nonprofit organization established to support libraries and library programming. A native of Georgia, she lives in Atlanta.

Great for any age! Our summer storytime includes stories, rhymes, music, and a puppet show! Attendees will build lasting memories while learning!

Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Let’s talk about books! We explore a variety of fiction genres each month! Salt City Readers meets every third Wednesday each month. Check out the books at the Public Service Desk or on Cloud Library!

Great for any age! Our summer storytime includes stories, rhymes, music, and a puppet show! Attendees will build lasting memories while learning!