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What’s Coming Up for Adults at Hutchinson Public Library
We plan monthly activities for adults to engage with literature, community, arts, and more. Our mission is to inspire learning, cultivate growth, share knowledge, and strengthen our community.
We envision a community in which everyone has a greater sense of self-worth.
We strive for that through our adult programs. To sign up for an event, click the image of the event you are interested in and sign up on the event page.
Art Talk with HCC
Greek Mythology and Art
Thursday, October 8th
6:00 PM
From dramatic marble sculptures to iconic paintings, ancient Greek myths have fueled Western visual culture for millennia. Join students from Hutchinson Community College as they guide us through the enduring impact of mythological storytelling in art. We will dive into how artists transformed tales of power, love, betrayal, and tragedy into unforgettable visual history while exploring the symbolic language behind famous depictions of the Olympian gods.
After the presentation, stick around for a fun, hands-on art activity inspired by Greek mythology! No experience is needed, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to play. Creative expression is more than a pastime; it connects us in ways beyond words. Let’s make art accessible, fun, and restorative together.
Free and open to all. Materials provided.
If you have any questions please reach out by email or phone.
adult.program.coordinator@hutchpl.org
620-663-5441 ext. 123
Pocket Paintings
Mini Halloween Haunts
Wednesday, October 14th
5:30 PM
Need to calm the mid-week scaries?
Express your unique personality by customizing your very own mini-ghost painting in a cozy, relaxed setting—complete with soft seasonal music and good conversation
Back by popular demand: We’re bringing back free tea, cappuccinos, and snacks to keep you fueled while you paint!
Registration is required due to limited space. This event is intended for adults only.
If you have any questions please reach out by email or phone.
adult.program.coordinator@hutchpl.org
620-663-5441 ext. 123
Reader Beware
1990s Themed Open Mic & Halloween Party
Thursday, October 22
5:30 PM
You’re in for a scare…
Be kind, rewind and join us for a 1990s Halloween themed open mic night celebrating scary stories and one of the greatest decades for entertainment and technology, the 1990s.. Read your own original story or your favorite scary classic while celebrating decade that brought us Goosebumps, Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, the World Wide Web, and Beanie Babies. You can sign up to read at the open mic or just come for the party and listen in. Please register for the Open Mic, Walk-ins will be accepted the night of only if time allows. This program is intended for adults 18+.
Wear a costume if you dare!
Submission Guidelines
Open to all local writers (and readers) aged 18 and up.
1990s theme – original short stories, poetry, or flash fiction inspired by classic 90s campy horror, urban legends, or supernatural mysteries.
Maximum 5 minutes per reader. Keep submissions under 750 words to ensure you stay within your performance window.
Keep it PG-13. Creepy, suspenseful, and spooky tales are encouraged, but stories containing explicit violence, gore, graphic horror, or excessive profanity will not be approved.
Submission Deadline is October 15th.
Walk-in readers may sign up on the night of the event if time permits, on a first-come, first-served basis.
No registration needed if you are attending to watch the open mic!
If you have any questions please reach out by email or phone.
adult.program.coordinator@hutchpl.org
620-663-5441 ext. 123
If you have any questions please reach out by email or phone.
adult.program.coordinator@hutchpl.org
620-663-5441 ext. 123
Featured Events
Book Clubs and Author Talks
More About Book Discussions
Books are a powerful way to connect with others. Reading helps you develop a stronger sense of empathy for others as well as a deeper understanding of the world around us. That understanding grows when we talk about what we read with others.
The library has multiple book clubs that cover almost every genre with meeting schedules that fit most people’s busy lives. Join a conversation whenever you want and as much as you want. There is no commitment to attend every meeting and we only ask that you bring yourself! We’ll provide the books, just check them out with your library card.
Author Talks
We offer a mix of virtual and in-person author talks featuring best-selling and local authors. We host 2-4 author events each month! Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know about future author talks.
Our library has continued to grow and provide vital services to Hutchinson while the cost to our community has remained low, something that has always been important to our mission.
Social and Community Events
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Register Here Award-Winning Historian and Bestselling Author of Impeached and The Summer of 1787 Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart about his […]
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The Creative Writing Corner is a space for anyone to sit down and work on their own stories. Whether you want to brainstorm ideas with other patrons, need help editing […] |
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Register Here Join us for a paradigm-shifting, essential event as we sit down with world-renowned master facilitator Priya Parker to discuss her groundbreaking new book, The Art of […]
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A multi-lingual social event where you can practice any language you are learning in a real-world conversational environment. This is a friendly place to meet neighbors, share stories, and celebrate […] |
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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 […] |
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Register Here Wednesday, September 23 5:30 PM Autumn Vibes Unwind and create with a cozy evening mini-painting tailored for adults. We’ll capture the magic of autumn on miniature canvases […] |
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Register Here A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we celebrate the enduring […]
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”That is part of the beauty of all literature. You discover that your longings are universal longings, that you’re not lonely and isolated from anyone. You belong.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald
Hutchinson Public Library Book Clubs
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Virtual Author Talk with Veronica Roth, The Sixth Faction
Hutchinson Public Library- VirtualRegister Here A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we celebrate the enduring […]
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Art in Flight: Reinventing Postmodernism with Smithsonian Curator Carolyn Russo (Virtual Author Talk)
Register Here Join us for a captivating online conversation with acclaimed author and Smithsonian curator Carolyn Russo as we dive into her fascinating book, The Ascent of Rauschenberg. Explore […]
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Virtual Author Talk with David Epstein
Hutchinson Public Library- VirtualRegister Here Join us for an inspiring virtual conversation with bestselling author David Epstein as we explore his latest book, Inside the Box, and redefine how to approach our […]
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For the Record Book Club
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 […]
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Salt City Readers
Hutchinson Public Library 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, United StatesLet’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 […]
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Strange New Words Science Fiction Book Club
Sandhills Brewing 111 West 2nd Ave., Hutchinson, KS, United StatesStrange New Words will take you on a literary journey through time and space with friends! This book club meets at the library every other month on the fourth Thursday […]
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Mystery Mavens
Hutchinson Public Library 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, United States6:00 pm Sun Room Mystery Mavens meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month. If you are interested in obtaining a copy of this month’s book and participating in a […]
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Is the Book Always Better? Book + Movie Discussion
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 […]
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A City on Mars: The Science and Absurdities of Space Settlement with Kelly and Zach Weinersmith Virtual Author Talk Series
Hutchinson Public Library- VirtualRegister Here Weinersmith as they dive into their book, A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought This Through? Earth is […]
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How Money Became God: Rethinking Wealth and Greed in Modern Society with Paul Vigna Virtual Author Talk Series
Register Here Join us for an eye-opening conversation with veteran journalist Paul Vigna as we examine his provocative book, The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became […]
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Salt City Readers
Hutchinson Public Library 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, United StatesLet’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 […]
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Mystery Mavens
Hutchinson Public Library 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, United States6:00 pm Sun Room Mystery Mavens meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month. If you are interested in obtaining a copy of this month’s book and participating in a […]
News
- Hutchinson Public Library Becomes FamilySearch Affiliate Library
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- What to Read Next
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Hutchinson Public Library is hosting a three part book series March through May exploring “Ghost Stories.” Ghost stories arouse the same emotion that draws us to mystery fiction: the desire to solve the problem of the past. People tell stories to try to explain what death is, where loved ones go, why the good suffer.… Read more: Humanities Kansas TALK Series - Library Lover’s Month Reading List
We have a wide range of topics for all reading tastes this month! If you’re in the mood for a romance, check out Happiness for Beginners and join the discussion with the Salt City Readers club later this month. If romance has failed you and you find yourself looking for more of a classic slasher,… Read more: Library Lover’s Month Reading List