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November 2026

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From Page to Party

Come join us for a fun night celebrating our favorite book characters! We’ll have a night full of fun games, tasty book-inspired snacks, and a costume parade.

Costumes encouraged, but not required.

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Friends of the Library
Author Event

Tuesday, November 17

6:00 pm @ The Haven Event Center

Tickets $40

Join the Friends of the Library for their 4th Annual Fundraiser and Auther Event featuring author Seth Varner, who will share stories from his book, Wandermore: Kansas.

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Reading Challenge 2026

The 2026 Reading Challenges are drawing to an end.  Make sure you record your books and pick up your prizes.  Those that complete 1 challenge are eligible for the after-hours celebration on January 8, 2027.

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Cake Pan Contest

November Challenge

Get creative and show off your cake decorating skills! During the month of November, we’re hosting a cake decorating contest, and we want to see what you can create. The prize is a brand new mixer.

All are welcome to participate, but you must be 18 years of age to check out a cake pan from the library.

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Holiday Magic on Broadway

Mark your calendar for Louisburg's annual Holiday Magic on Broadway.  Free Family Fun!


Sunday, December 6, 3:30-5:30 pm

Tree Lighting & Parade after 

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Special Adult Events

Kansas Talking Books Roadshow

Thursday, November 5

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Library

Join us for a demonstration of the fun and useful resources Kansas Talking Books offers for those struggling with regular print.


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Medicare Assistance

Prescription Drug Coverage, Part D

Tuesday, November 17

By Appointment at the Library

Have you checked your MEDICARE Prescription Drug Coverage for 2027?

Kathy from K-State Extension will be here to help you compare Medicare Part D plans. Prepare for your meeting by completing the intake form and returning it to the Paola extension office.

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Festive Craft Night

Tuesday, December 1

6:00 pm @ Library

Registration Required 

Join us for our December crafting event, where you can enjoy a cozy evening filled with the delightful scents of the season. Together, we will create Orange Pomanders and Cinnamon Stars.

Ages 17+  |  Limited Space

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Monthly Events

Make & Mingle

Make & Mingle

A Community of Makers

November 10
3 - 7 pm @ Library

Let’s unite and inspire one another in our creative endeavors! Join us in a welcoming, laid-back environment where you can create, chat, and build connections with fellow makers. (not a class) Feel free to drop in and out as your schedule permits.

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Mystery
Book Club

The Inside Ring

by Mike Lawson

November 11

10 am @ Library

This book club is ideal for readers who enjoy unraveling the mystery of whodunit. Everyone is invited, and books will be supplied for all members.

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Bound
By Books

Empire of Ice and Stone
by Buddy Levy

November 11
7 pm @ Starbrooke Clubhouse

Stretch your reading habits and discuss various books with interested readers. Each month a different person selects a book for discussion.   

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Take & Make

Take & Make:

Spiced Up - Allspice

November 13

while supplies last

Join us this month for a global culinary journey exploring the wonders of Allspice!

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Low Sensory Hour

November 21

9 - 10 am @ Library

Join us for our Low Sensory Hour where the environment in the library is calmer and more accommodating.

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Explore Your
4th Friday

2027 Schedule

We don't meet again until January 2027, due to the holidays.  Watch the website for updates.
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Online Author Talks

Asha Frost

Bestselling Author

Tues, Nov 3 @ 1 pm

Kelly & Zach Weinersmith

NYT Bestselling Authors

Tues, Nov 10 @ 1 pm

Paul Vigna

Financial Expert & Reporter

Wed, Nov 11 @ 1 pm

Rebecca Roanhorse

NYT Bestselling Author

Thurs, Nov 19 @ 6 pm

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New Books

Adult Fiction

The Munich Affair by James Patterson
Just for the Cameras: Bay Area Players by Meghan Quinn
American Hagwon by Min Jin Lee
The Witch by Freida McFadden

Adult Non-fiction

Never Say Die: A Stunning Memoir from the Oscar-Winning Star of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, the Goonies, and Everything Everywhere All at On by Ke Huy Quan
Redwood: The Untold Story of the Cold War's Most Extraordinary Spy by Ben MacIntyre
I Once Knew a Guy Named Charlie: A Memoir by Jaclyn Smith
Spice Tonight: Easy Meals with a South Asian Twist by Kausar Raja

Youth (easy, chapter, juvenile, young adult, etc.)

Rex Rocket: Cosmic Weiner Dog by John Gallagher
Practically Magic by Jen Calonita
Time for Kids: 300 Fantastic Facts!: Robots by Stephen Krensky
Forever Ripley by McCall Hoyle

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