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Tech Help by AppointmentTuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM Do you need help getting around your laptop or tablet? Would you like to set up an email account? Do you want to download an eBook? Need help searching for and applying for jobs? Tech help appointments are now available. Appointments last up to 1 hour. Registration is required.
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Book Signing Saturday, May 3 at 12:00 pm Meet children's authors Kate Monto and Stephanie Michels, local authors, each with a newly published book. Ms. Monto's new book is "The Stepping Stones", an Ms. Michels new book book is "I'm Still Here". You can purchase a book autographed just for you! |
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Trivia Night Friday, May 9 at 6:00 pm
It's trivia night and your team might win a prize! Teams can be up to 4 people, and if you don't have a team you can join one. Please bring something for the potluck table; we'll provide the mocktails. You might even win a door prize! For adults 18+. Registration is required. The library is closed from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm then will be open to adults from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm.. |
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Late Night Library Friday, May 9 at 6:00 pm
Late Night Library is a great opportunity to borrow and return books or use one of our computers outside of regular working hours. Looking for a place to study? Sit in our Quiet Space, borrow a Chromebook, use our WiFi, or get some coffee. For adults 18+. |
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Senior Coloring
Fridays at 10:30 am Enjoy the conversation as you color together! Bring your own coloring supplies or use ours. For adults 50+. Please register. |
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Senior Puzzle
Fridays at 10:30 am Work on a puzzle together! Our puzzle can be rolled up and worked on again the next week. For adults 50+. Please register. |
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Crafts for Seniors
Friday, May 2 at 11:00 am Craft and chat with other seniors! We're making mancala games. For adults 50+. Registration is required. |
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Let's Eat Tuesday, May 6 at 6:00 pm Create something made with ranch seasoning or dressing, then bring it to the library with the recipe. Sample everyone's offerings and discuss. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Community Bingo
Monday, May 12 at 12:00 pm Socialize and have fun playing bingo! Bring a new item under $5 for the prize table; it can be anything from a candy bar to a bar of soap. Use your imagination! You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks, or there are some for sale at the library. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Create
Tuesday, May 20 at 6:00 pm Create a spilled teacup garden. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Salina Writers Group
Wednesday, May 21 at 6:30 pm Hone your writing skills. Facilitated by Debbie Stack, local author, editor, and TV scriptwriter. Get feedback and share questions and ideas. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Activities for Adults with Disabilities
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Circle of Friends Friday, May 9 at 1:00 pm Adults with disabilities, along with a mentor or family member, can meet up at the library to socialize, play games, or eat lunch together. Microwave available. For adults with disabilities 18+. Please register. |
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Bingo for Adults with Disabilities Wednesday, May 21 at 3:00 pm Socialize and have fun playing bingo! Bring a new item under $2 for the prize table; it can be anything from a sticker to a pack of gum. Use your imagination! You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks, or there are some for sale at the library. For adults 18+ with disabilities. Please register. |
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Dance Party Friday, May 30 at 11:00 am Dance for an hour with your friends, or sit and enjoy the music and the company! For adults with disabilities 18+, along with a mentor or family member. Please register. |
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Neurodiversity Meetup Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 pm Neurodivergent adults can meet new people in our quiet room with low lighting; there are even 4 bean bag chairs for comfy lounging. Bring a snack and a drink, whatever makes you feel comfortable, or even an item to talk about. If you like, you can bring a person along who helps ease any anxiety. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Rainbow Meetup Wednesday, May 14 at 6:30 pm A safe place to gather with other LGBTQIA+ adults, ages 18 and up. Socialize, play games, and share crafts, skills, and interests. Bring a snack to share. Please register. |
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In Stitches
Monday, May 19 at 6:30 pm Whether you like to knit, crochet, or do other needlework, it's more fun to do it together! Bring in your projects to show off or work on while we chat. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Herd Mentality Monday, May 5 at 6:00 pm
Play Herd Mentality: the udderly hilarious party game. Just think like the herd to win!. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Jackbox Games Monday, May 12 at 6:00 pm Jackbox Games is a studio best known for patry-game hits like Quiplash, Fibbage, Drawful, Trivia Murder Party, and more! Gather at the library to play lots of different games. You'll need a smartphone to use as a controller. Bring some snacks! For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Senior Games Mondays at 10:30 am
Qwirkle, Farkle, Trionimos, Rummikub, Dominoes, Cribbage, and more! Bring your own games or play one of ours. For adults 50+. Please register. |
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Mah Jongg Tuesdays at 12:00 pm
Want to learn mah jongg? Already know how to play? Join us for weekly play. National Mah Jongg League rules. Not a tournament. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Mah Jongg Wednesdays at 5:30 pm
Are you an experienced player? Join us for weekly play. National Mah Jongg League rules. Not a tournament. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Read This Book!
Throughout May Pick up a copy of our monthly book choice then let us know your opinion when you return it. May's book is The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love by India Holton. For adults 18+. |
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Monday Mysteries Monday, May 5 at 4:00 pm A mystery lovers' meet up!. This month we're discussing The Last Call at the Nightingale by Katharine Schellman. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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On the Same Page: Aurora's Cafe
Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 am What are you reading? Meet with other book lovers at Aurora's Cafe in Northern Lights to discuss what you've liked, or haven't liked, lately. Learn about new books and enjoy a tasty treat, too. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Tiny Book Club Monday, May 19 at 5:00 pm
Don't have a lot of time to read in your schedule? Join the tiny book club! All books are less than 200 pages and include fiction and nonfiction. This month we're reading You Don't Know What War Is by Yeva Skalietska. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Page Turners Book Club
Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 pm Take part in our monthly discussion; new members are welcome! In May we’re discussing On Call by Anthony Fauci. Please register or use the Zoom link on our website events page. For adults 18+. |
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True Tales Nonfiction Book Discussion
Wednesday, May 28 at 6:00 pm Add your voice to our lively and engaging discussions of nonfiction books. Members democratically choose books for the year that are either topics or specific titles. We cover a wide variety of subjects from food history, aging, author biographies, suffrage, and so much more. In May, we're talking about Vanishing Treasures by Katherine Rundell. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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Friends of Salina Library
Monday, May 5 at 7:00 pm Help support us by joining our Friends group. Manage the book sale, along with other fundraisers. Ask for an application at the front desk. For adults 18+. . |
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Salina Library Budget Hearing and Annual Board MeetingMonday, May 19 at 7:00 pm Monthly Board meeting. Open to the public.
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Crochet Pattern
Begins Thursday, May 1 Create the "Russian Winter" hat, scarf, and mittens throughout 2025. This pattern makes adult and children's sizes. Pick up Part 4, or any previous parts, any time the library is open. |
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Craft Kit for Adults Begins Thursday, May 1 Make a felt bird bookmark! Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. Limit 1 per patron. For adults 18+. |
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Craft Kit for Adults with Disabilities Begins Thursday, May 1 Make a sea creature bookmark! Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+ with disabilities. Limit 1 per patron or 10 per group. |
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