NEWS

Library of Things
Library of Things Now Open!

Our Library of Things is now open! These "things" are not your normal library items - they include microscope for kids, cardboard sawing kit, ghost hunting kit and more! Kits can only be checked by adult patrons in good standing with the library. To find out more, check out our website!
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Early Literacy Rotational Kits
In partnership with Southeast Kansas Library System and with a grant from Child Care Aware, the library will now host a rotation of early literacy kits for schools, daycares, and homeschoolers. For more information, please visit the library or find kits to check out here.

KIDS


The Homesick Kitten by Holly Webb
 
April Litwits
The Homesick Kitten by Holly Webb
Litwits families, don't forget to pick up the second quarter books and turn in your reviews! 
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Story Time 
Tuesdays at 10 am, last one on April 21st
Join us for stories, songs and crafts! Recommended for kids ages 3 & 4 years old. 
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Rhyme Time 
Fridays at 10 am, last one on April 24th
Join us for stories, songs and crafts! Recommended for babies and toddlers.
Snap Circuits Board
Snap Circuits
Thursday, April 9th at 4 pm
Explore the electrifying world of circuits! Ages 8 & up. 
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Kids Crafts 
Thursday, April 16th at 4 pm
Make spring with us! All ages. Come and go. Located upstairs in the conference room. 
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Kinetic Sand
Thursday, April 23rd at 4 pm
Explore and create with this fun sensory activity for littles! Ages 6 & up.
 
TEENS & ADULTS


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TTRPG Club
Every Monday at 4 pm
Play tabletop roleplaying games and meet other gamers! Ages 16 & up. 
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Stitchin' Time
Every Thursday from 4 pm til close
Chat and meet with other stitchers and work on projects together. 
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Adult Crafts: Terra Cotta Pots
Thursday, April 9th at 4pm
Pot mini terra cotta pots. Must be registered. 
Silent Book Club
Monday, April 20th at 5pm
Enjoy the wonder of reading in blessed silence. Plus snacks and light refreshments.
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Select It Yourself Book Club
Tuesday, April 21st at 5 pm
Topic: Humor. 
Read a book around this topic and tell us about it!
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Tech for 55+ Classes
Explore various topics for those 55 and older (but young at heart!)
Classes are located at the NCCC Chapman Library. Must be registered, but can take different classes.
Wednesday, April 15th at 10 am: Essential Computer Skills
Wednesday, April 22nd at 10 am: Email, Social Media, and Digital Literacy Planning
Wednesday, April 29th at 10 am: Scams, Phishing, and Information Literacy

COMMUNITY EVENTS


National Library Week
April 19th - 25th
Celebrate and find your joy at the library this week!  
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Safari Family Fun Day
Saturday, April 25th
Bring the whole family to Safari Family Fun Day!


THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED
AT 1 PM ON MONDAY, APRIL 27TH
FOR STAFF TRAINING. 

Chanute Public Library
111 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chanute, Kansas 66720
620-431-3820

https://chanutepubliclibrary.org/