Adventurers Guild
2025-07-14 13:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
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Jaws Book + Movie Discussion
2025-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
Now that we’ve watched Jaws and read the original novel by Peter Benchley, it’s time to talk about it? What stuck out to you from the iconic film? What stuck out from the book as different?
Tell us about it on July 14th at 6:00PM in meeting room 2!

Toddler Time
2025-07-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-21 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-22 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-28 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-29 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
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!

Paint a Pet Portrait
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | KS
Pet Lovers, this art program is for you! Many of us love our furry friends and they deserve to be honored with their likeness portrayed in fine art made by those who love them most!
Join us for a fun, guided painting session where you can create a portrait of your pet using a photo as reference. All materials provided—registration required!
This program is intended for adults.
Required: a photo of your pet!
If you have a photo but cannot print it at home, please arrive early for the program to print at the library.
Don’t currently share your home with a furry room mate but still want to participate? No Worries, pets of library staff have volunteered to model! (in photos only).
Registration for the June date is full! Please register if you plan on attending July 15. Space is limited!

Family Movie Night - Dog Man
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Join us for a family friendly movie, with popcorn provided, in the Children’s Activity Room!

Youth Storytimes
2025-07-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-23 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-24 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-30 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-31 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Children’s Activity Room
Recommended Age: all ages!
A storytime at HPL 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
2025-07-16 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!

3D Printing Certification
2025-07-17 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-07-19 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-07-25 10:30 - 12:00 (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.

You will need

A current Hutchinson Public Library Card that belongs to you. You must bring this to the workshop.
Basic computer and reading skills.
A second visit to pick up your completed 3D print

Please remember:

There is no cost to attend.
There is not an age limit, but you should be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, as well as use a desktop computer.
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.

Tween Craft Club
2025-07-19 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States

Mystery Mavens
2025-07-22 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.

Family Night
2025-07-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-29 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Enjoy special programs at the library with our community partners! Join us in the Children’s Activity Room for a fun evening for all ages.

Table Game Day
2025-07-24 14:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Hutchinson Public Library, 901 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS, 67501, United States
Children’s Activity Room
Age: 1st-6th graders
Want to play fun games with others? This event is come and go, with a snack provided.

Strange New Words - Sci-fi/Fantasy Book Club
2025-07-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | KS
Strange 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 at 6:00PM. Together, we’ll explore new and thought-provoking realms that shed light on the complexities of the human experience—often through unexpected perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned sci-fi enthusiast or just beginning to explore the genre, Strange New Words offers a welcoming space for rich discussion, discovery, and connection. Join us as we navigate the unknown and unravel stories that challenge, entertain, and inspire.

Creative Writing Corner
2025-07-25 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 Conference Room #1.

3D Printing Certification
2025-07-29 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-01 10:30 - 12:00 (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.

You will need

A current Hutchinson Public Library Card that belongs to you. Please note: Student library cards are not valid for Makerspace workshops.
Basic computer and reading skills.
A second visit to pick up your completed 3D print

Please remember:

There is no cost to attend.
Young children must be able to understand written and verbal instructions unaided, as well as use a desktop computer.
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.

Bad Art Night
2025-07-31 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | KS
Let Your Inner Artist Run Wild…
Join us for Bad Art Night, where the goal isn’t to make a masterpiece—it’s to make a hilarious disaster!
This is a night for adults to really let go and unleash creative chaos!
Registration is required! Please register here: https://forms.gle/YNgdPvH6K8oLw8a66
