May 21 Thursday
Drop in for casual chess at the library! All skill levels welcome. Boards will be provided just bring your curiosity and enjoy a relaxed, friendly gaming space.
Join our growing community of writers to learn more about the craft of writing and receive feedback on your own Works-in-Progress. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
We are a group of individuals practicing cultivation of the mind. All ages and people are welcome. Each week we have a thirty minute guided meditation followed by discussion. Our topics include meditation practice and living a life of compassion and contemplation. You do not need to have any experience to join and you will be welcomed by a very loving group of individuals. This is not a religious gathering. Please join us if you could use an hour of deep relaxation!
May 22 Friday
Art is not only for Art Museums. If a picture is worth a thousand words, it stands to reason that art can tell us a lot about the times and place where it was produced. Local history museums exist to explore time and place.
Featuring works from C.A. Seward, John Noble, Edmund Davison, Birger Sandzen, Bruce McGrew, and more!
On view on the Historical Museum's 3rd Floor, throughout 2026 as part of the ongoing Lois Kay Walls visual art exhibition series produced by the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum.
Be the first to visit this new exhibition during the First Friday opening on April 3, 2026.
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
204 S Main St; Wichita, KS 67202Tues-Fri 11am-4pm
Sat & Sun 1pm-5pm$5 Adults, $2 Children, Free on Sundays
Join us to learn about effective communication with healthcare professionals, having difficult conversations, and developing transition plans. Refreshments provided by WSU Tech. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Come out to the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum for a free lunchtime concert.
From the 5th-floor clock tower, the Bloomfield Foundation continues an over half-century tradition as the Carillon will be played from 12-1pm.
Out of public view, the Carillon can best be heard outside the museum. Take a mid-day break inside Heritage Square, or enjoy street side the beautiful sounds from these talented musicians.
(Access to Heritage Square is through the museum)
The 2024-5 Season is presented under the direction of Lynne Davis, Robert L. Town Distinguished Professor of Organ Wichita State University — School of Music, funded by The Sam & Rie Bloomfield Foundation.
Free admissionOpen to the public
Don't miss our next upcoming concert!July 3rd - Independence Day
Get creative at the library with free design rock painting! All supplies provided.
Live Improv Comedy at Flying Pig Improv! Join us for laughs and completely unscripted theater from our newest house troupe, Clockwork! Witness a show that has never been seen and will never be seen again. We get inspired by your prompts and then we make you laugh with delight. Get in here! Doors open at 7:30 pm. Parking and entrance on North side of building. Uncensored content and language.
May 23 Saturday
Join us for a creative session where you'll design and craft your very own mini bookshelf using he Library's Cricut machine. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org to register.
Learn the basics of 3D printing at the Wichita Public Library, and the best practices for optimizing prints for the library's Prusa printers. Space is limited, so please register all students in attendance. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Older children are welcome with adult supervision, but users must be 14 years or older to be certified to print on their own.
Dungeons and Dragons is a Tabletop Roleplaying game that has captivated the imaginations of players for over 50 years. Whether you've played before or this is your first time, come play!
Join fellow book lovers for an introverted reading hour!