Hutchinson Public Library

Toddler Time
2025-10-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-21 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-27 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-28 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
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!

Baby Time
2025-10-13 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-14 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-20 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-21 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-28 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | 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!

Preschool Storytime
2025-10-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-29 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
Recommended age: 3-5 with a caregiver
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!

Salt City Readers
2025-10-15 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | 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!

Bilingual Storytime
2025-10-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-23 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English!
Recommended age: 3-5 Years Old

Giggles & Glue
2025-10-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-24 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Explore your child’s creativity with some pre-k craft projects!
Recommended age: 3-5 Years Old

3D Printing Certification
2025-10-17 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 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.

CrafterNoon - Decorate a Clay Ghost
2025-10-17 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
It’s Crafternoon! One Friday a month we host a craft hour in the sun room on the second floor. Explore a simple but adorable craft to decorate your space. Whether that be your room, office, or bookshelf. We’ll try out viral craft trends together, explore DIY books and library resources you can use to bring your creativity to life!
This month we are decorating clay ghosts. You may have seen videos of adorable ghosts decked out with flowers and patterns. We’ll use glue and paintbrushes to decorate them. At the end of the program, you’ll take your handcrafted ghost home with you and hopefully inspiration to continue crafting on your own.
Space is limited – Please RSVP to let us know you’ll be there!

Friends of the Library Big Book Sale
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Join us in the library garage on Saturday, October 18, for a book bargain bonanza with the Friends of the Library Big Book Sale! From 10 AM to 4 PM, you can shop thousands of books and audiobooks for all ages.
Bring your own bags and boxes for the treasures you’ll find. Items will be priced as marked, to sell speedily. As a special deal, one wall of items will be fill your bag for $2!

Machine Embroidery Workshop
2025-10-20 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library – Makerspace, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Visit the Makerspace for a demonstration of our machine-embroidery equipment! This is a two-part workshop where the scheduled event is a presentation-only walkthrough of an embroidery job, then you can return at your convenience for hands-on experience.
We will be showing an overview of how to digitize a design on the computer, hoop your fabric and thread the embroidery machine, customize the embroidery job on the machine, and stitch-out your custom design.

There is no cost to attend. No previous experience is required.
Basic computer and reading skills are 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:

You will need to return later to complete the hands-on portion of the training.
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.

Board Game Night
2025-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
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:

Strategy 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!
Please RSVP and let us know you’ll be there!

Creative Writing Corner
2025-10-24 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
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 your work, or just want to sit in the corner and write away; this is the corner for you! Join us in the Sunroom on the 2nd floor.

Tech-Share Meetup - October Tech-Share Meetup is Canceled
2025-10-25 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Tech-Share Meetup
The October, 25th Tech-Share Meetup is Canceled. Please come to the next meetup on November 22, 2025.
Got questions about your phone, tablet, laptop, or other tech gadgets? Bring them to the Tech-Share Meetup! Whether you’re troubleshooting an issue, learning a new app, or just curious about how something works, we’re here to help. This friendly, drop-in session is a great place to get one-on-one assistance, share tips, and learn together in a supportive environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome—just bring your questions and your device!

Teen Book Club
2025-10-25 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | KS
Love to read? Join our Teen Book Club to talk books with a community of young adult readers! This month we are reading The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin. This fast-paced murder mystery is sure to keep you on your toes! Copies of this book are available for checkout at the Youth Services Desk.
Click here to register for this club

Mystery Mavens Book Club
2025-10-28 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
6:00 pm
Conference Room #2
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 discussion, please contact Steve Westfahl (steve.w@hutchpl.org) or call 620-663-5441.
