Apr 28 Tuesday
Every Tuesday night, you can explore a new activity or craft, dive into your own project, or simply relax and hang out with friends. For grades 6-12.
Join us for a panel discussion about how Wichita is making efforts to address extreme heat through initiatives that preserve the tree canopy, improve energy efficiency and keep residents cool.
Learn about creating, editing and saving documents using basic formatting tools in Microsoft Word. Practice cut and paste, and the spell check feature. Must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Apr 29 Wednesday
Enjoy the classic needle arts in the company of others who share your interest in knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch and weaving. All skill levels are welcome.
Join us for art activities exploring thoughts, feelings, and identities through creativity. For youth grades 6 through 12. Supplies provided by NAMI Wichita. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Learn about cyber/social media safety including web threat management, safe practices, and password protection. Register online at wichitalibrary.org/events or by calling 316-261-8500.
Apr 30 Thursday
Find joy in playing with the open-ended materials provided in the Westlink Branch's outdoor space. For ages 3-8.
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
Week 1 - Introduction to Self-Measured Blood Pressure In this session participants will learn how to accurately and consistently measure their blood pressure and understand why regular monitoring is important for their overall health.*Week 2 - Sleep and Stress Management In this session participants will learn about proper sleep hygiene and stress management strategies to support better blood pressure control.*Week 3 - Shake Off Excess Sodium In this session participants will learn strategies to reduce sodium intake and understand the importance of sodium reduction for effective blood pressure control.*Week 4 - Physical Activity In this session participants will learn practical ways to increase physical activity and understand how regular movement positively affects blood pressure.**Registration is required. Call (316) 261-8500, or visit www.wichitalibrary.org/events to register for one or all of these classes.
Slow down and connect over puzzles at the library. During this drop-in program, work on puzzles together - no agenda or pressure, just a shared table and time to enjoy. For ages 12+.
Celebrate bookjoy with your Evergreen team. Enjoy storytelling with puppets, crafts, and more. For ages 4-11.
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 01 Friday
Come support student entrepreneurs as they pitch and grow their business at the Shocker New Venture Competition at Wichita State University. This event is open to the public. Learn more at wichita.edu/snvc
Trade Show: 10:30 am-1:00 pmFinals: 2:00-4:30 pm