Dec 10 Wednesday
Waddle on in for a puppet show featuring our favorite flightless cold weather friends-- Penguins! Best for ages 3-6, but families of all ages welcome.
The urge to create or possess a visual representation of a specific person – a portrait – is present throughout history. Portraits are created for many reasons: from sentimental to celebratory, for public or private viewing, as memorials, and as icons. .
Until the introduction of photography in the 1840s, portraits were rendered by artists in both two and three-dimensional mediums such as paintings and sculptures.
The Museum’s collection includes a variety of portraits, most of which depict local people. In this exhibition, we learn of portraiture and the people portrayed.
On view during regular Museum hours
March 2025 - March 2026
Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun 1-5pm
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum - 204 S Main
Located in the Musem's Lois Kay Walls Gallery - 3rd Floor
Join in the discussion of We Rock book club for "All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidia Newton" by Jane Smiley in October, "Milk Lady of Bangalore: An Unexpected Adventure" by Shoba Narayan in November, and "Virgin of the Small Plains" by Nancy Picard in December.
Learn the basics of 3D printing at the Wichita Public Library, and the best practices for optimizing prints for the library's Prusa printers.
Dec 11 Thursday
Bring your iPhone and learn how to use iOS. This class covers what Apple devices can do - including basic operation, how to find and install apps, and more! Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
WPL is partnering with NexStep Alliance to offer a tech help series, so come visit for assistance with digital skills. One tech topic will be discussed per event in the order listed. Topics will be: Basic Navigation/How to Use Your PC, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Android/iOS Tutorials, AI Usage, Digital Safety/Cyber Security and Social Media Safety, Settings and Troubleshooting/Open Forum. Register online at wichitalibrary.org/events or call (316) 688-9580 to speak with the Angelou Branch.
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!
Dec 12 Friday
Join a classic high fantasy Dungeons & Dragons campaign! New participants are welcome, but this campaign is designed for experienced players. For ages 13-18. Call (316) 350-3261 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
ZAKK SABBATH: American Winter Tour ‘25w/ Special Guests Bonfire and Dark Chapel
All AgesSupport acts subject to change.Wear your Cotillion merch and jump to the front of the GA line. Coat check is open during events to check your coats, hats, merch and more. Coat check is located next to merch by the front doors. All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless a show is cancelled or postponed.
ZAKK SABBATH is the BLACK SABBATH cover band featuring guitarist/vocalist Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, OZZY OSBOURNE), bassist Blasko (OZZY OSBOURNE, ROB ZOMBIE) and drummer Joey Castillo (DANZIG, QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE)
Dec 13 Saturday
Use a free 3D modeling program, Tinkercad, to create digital objects in three dimensions. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
In honor of Jane Austen's 250th birthday on December 13th, we are hosting a regency-themed party in honor of the celebrated author. There will be Jane Austen-themed trivia, games, prizes and more!