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JUNE, JULY& AUGUST
Your guide to the Wichita Public Library • 2014
Visit the Library During River Festival!
If you are planning to attend this year’s River Festival, don’t forget to allow time to drop by
the west lawn of the Central Library. From May 31 through June 7, the Library will be part
of the River Festival celebration. Enroll in summer reading programs, register for library
accounts, learn more about library programs and services and become eligible for some
great prizes. Hours will vary each day. Call the Central Library at 261-8500 or check the
website (www.wichita.lib.ks.us) for more details.
On June 3 there will be a special celebration in honor of the Library’s selection as the
winner of the second annual LibraryAware Community Award, which highlights libraries that
engage with their community to improve the lives of citizens and create life-long learners.
A complete list of all library programs can be found on the online events calendar.
www.wichita.lib.ks.us/calendar
All Wichita Public Library locations will be closed Monday, May 26,
Friday, July 4, and on Sundays in June, July and August.
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Events for Children and Families
Events for Teens
Events for Adults
Technology Training
Book Discussions
Events for Children and Families
Series
Cuentos Bilingües: Preschool Storytime
Stories, fingerplays, and more presented in English
and Spanish for children aged 3-6.
Wednesdays, June 4–July 23, 10:30–11 a.m.,
Evergreen Branch
Baby’s First Storytime
Music, rhymes and stories for caregiver one-on-one
time with babies aged birth to nine months of age.
Tuesdays, June 3–July 22, 11:30–11:50 a.m.,
Central Library
Tuesdays, June 10–July 22, 10:30–10:50 a.m.*,
Westlink Branch *Registration is required; call 337-9456.
Stories & More
Nursery Rhyme Time
Music, rhymes, activities, and stories for children aged
2 and under with an adult helper.
Wednesdays, June 4–July 23, 10:15–10:35 a.m.,
Central Library
Wednesdays, June 4–July 23, 11:15–11:35 a.m.,
Central Library
Tuesdays, June 3–July 22, 10:30–10:50 a.m.,
Rockwell Branch
Thursdays, June 12–July 24, 10:15–10:35 a.m.,
Westlink Branch
Thursdays, June 12–July 24, 11:15–11:35 a.m.,
Westlink Branch
Toddle Time
Family Storytime
Interactive storytelling for children aged 2-6 with their
families.
Mondays, June 2–July 28, 10:30–11 a.m.,
Alford Branch
Mondays, June 2–July 28, 6–6:30 p.m.,
Linwood Park Branch
Wednesdays, June 11–July 23, 10:30–11 a.m.,
Westlink Branch
Preschool Storytime
Special Preschool Storytime
On the Library's back lawn for Riverfest.
Tuesday, June 3, 10:30–11 a.m.
Special Stories and More
On the Library's back lawn for Riverfest.
Tuesday, June 3, 6:30–7:15 p.m.
On the Library's back lawn for Riverfest. Get a taste
of our awesome summer! Hang out, play games and
sign up for the Summer Reading Program! For children
of all ages and their families.
Wednesday, June 4, 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 5, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Look Up!
Look up and see pictures in the sky like an
astronomer. Experience deep space through
photographs from the Hubble telescope and create
your own constellations. For children ages 5–8.
Thursday, June 12, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Minute to Win It!
Stories, fingerplays, and more for children aged 3-6.
Tuesdays, June 3–July 22, 10:30–11 a.m.,
Central Library
Wednesdays, June 4–July 23, 10:30–11 a.m.,
Rockwell Branch
Tuesdays, June 10–July 22, 10:30–11 a.m.*,
Westlink Branch *For children only
Central Library
Fizz! Boom! Read! Family Fun–Under the Tent
Stories, rhymes, and motion activities for 2-year-olds
with an adult helper.
Thursdays, June 5 - July 24, 10:30–10:50 a.m.,
Rockwell Branch
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These evening storytimes will feature songs, activities,
stories, and a craft for children aged 3-8 and their
families.
Tuesdays, June 3–July 22, 6:30–7:15 p.m.,
Central Library
Do you have what it takes to keep a feather in the air
for 60 seconds? Come to the library to compete in
our ‘Minute to Win It’ contest. See if you have what it
takes to win it in a minute! For children ages 9-12.
Saturday, June 14, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
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Events for Children and Families
Central Library, continued
Goddard Puppet Ladies: The Little Red Hen
Children ages 1-8 will enjoy a story, sing-along and
take home project. They will also learn about growing,
harvesting and baking with wheat!
Monday, June 16, 10:30–11:15 a.m. and 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Tornado Alley
Calling all meteorologists! Come and explore these
powerful twisters and figure out what makes them spin.
Learn the recipe for the perfect storm and make your
own tornado. For children ages 9-12.
Wednesday, June 18, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Da Vinci–Not Just a Painter
Did you know Leonardo Da Vinci was an inventor who
was fascinated by flying? How far can you make a paper
airplane fly? Do you know how a catapult works? Come
and go beyond Da Vinci’s paintings. For children ages 5-8.
Thursday, June 19, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory: Rapunzel
Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom!
You will be amazed when the Mad Scientist is able to
defy gravity at this event. Didgeridoo tubes, foaming
hands, and steaming chemical reactions will introduce
children ages 5 and up to the exciting world of chemistry.
Monday, July 7, 6:30–7:15 p.m.
Just Dance
It’s a dance party at the library! Own the spotlight on
the Wii while you learn cool moves to popular songs!
There is no stopping the party as we crank up the tunes
and dance all summer long. For children ages 9-12.
Wednesday, July 9, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Robots, Robots, Robots!
Where are the robots in your life? Look around–they are
everywhere! Join us as we create robots from recycled
and discarded items. For children ages 5-8. Registration
begins June 25; call 261-8512 to register.
Saturday, July 12, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Fun with Liquids
This contemporary version of Rapunzel gently pokes
fun at the fairy tale genre. For children ages 6 and up.
Saturday, June 21, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Discover the magic of liquids! From the way things float to
the gravity-defying rainbow. Non-stop fun and exploration
will lead to an explosive finish! For children ages 5-8.
Thursday, July 17, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Color Your Summer Family Fun
LEGO Makerspace Mania!
Kids, bring your parents and paint like you’ve never
painted before. Brushes are not the only things you can
paint with and paper is not the only canvas to use. For
children ages 3 and up with their families.
Monday, June 23, 2:30–4:30 p.m. and 6–7:30 p.m.
Water, Water Everywhere!
What do you get when you combine a bunch of LEGO
with your imagination? LEGO Makerspace! Come
make with us as we imagine our way through different
LEGO challenges to see what our brains create. All that
is required is you! For children ages 9-12.
Saturday, July 19, 2:30–4 p.m.
While it’s hot outside, you can make a splash at the
library as we experiment with buoyancy! If that doesn’t
float your boat, don’t worry, you can make a new one
and enter our boat-making contest. For children ages
9-12.
Wednesday, June 25, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Be Sense-itive
Come explore our sensational senses! Learn how our
senses work together to give us the complete picture.
For children ages 5-8.
Saturday, June 28, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
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Events for Children and Families
Alford Branch Library
LEGO Ninjago Program
Unlock your true potential at this ninja training program.
Practice ninja footwork, play Sensei Wu, and build a
ninja gadget of your own. For children ages 5-8.
Wednesday, June 4, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Horse Rescue: Speaking for Those Who Can’t
Greenwood Stables and Equine Center will share
information about horse rescue, and will bring one of the
horses from their program. For children ages 8 and up.
Thursday, June 5, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Forensic Science Sleuths
Solve a crime like Nancy Drew or the Hardy Boys! Dust
for fingerprints, write a note in invisible ink, and crack a
code to discover a secret message. For children ages 8-11.
Wednesday, June 11, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Preschool Dance Party
Get ready to move and groove at this dance party!
Make a dance wand and experience how rhythm and
movement make learning fun. For children ages 2-6 with
a parent or caregiver.
Thursday, June 12, 3:30–4 p.m.
Silly Science
Get ready for a dose of silly science! You will be amazed
by foamy “elephant toothpaste” and have fun making
your own stretchy rainbow slime. For children ages 5-8.
Wednesday, June 18, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Baby Play and Learn
Build your baby’s brain with stories, bounces, rhymes
and a mess-free art project. For infants under one year
old with a parent or caregiver.
Friday, June 20, 10:30–11 a.m.
Goddard Puppet Ladies: The Little Red Hen
Children ages 1-8 will enjoy a story, sing-along and
take home project. They will also learn about growing,
harvesting and baking with wheat!
Friday, June 20, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory: Rapunzel
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Journaling
Create your own journal like Greg Heffley from Diary of
a Wimpy Kid. Soon you’ll be filling your journal with silly
stories and stick figure drawings. For children ages 8-11.
Wednesday, June 25, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom!
You will be amazed when the Mad Scientist is able to
defy gravity at this event. Didgeridoo tubes, foaming
hands, and steaming chemical reactions will introduce
children ages 5 and up to the exciting world of chemistry.
Monday, July 7, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Sidewalk Masterpieces
Create amazing designs on the sidewalk outside the
Library using chalk and a giant spirograph geometric
drawing tool. For children ages 8-11.
Wednesday, July 9, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Ooey Gooey Icky Sticky
Awaken your child’s sense of scientific inquiry through
this tactile exploration of textures. Be prepared to get
messy at this drop-in program. For children ages 2-6.
Thursday, July 10, 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Fancy Nancy Party
Come to our Fancy Nancy-inspired tea party wearing
your most elegant clothes! You’ll learn about tea party
customs and etiquette as we sip pink lemonade and nibble
fancy cookies with our friends. For children ages 5-8.
Wednesday, July 16, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
When Turtle Flew
Storyteller Priscilla Howe tells some of her favorite
(mostly silly) how-and-why stories. Priscilla will be joined
by some of her favorite ridiculous hand-puppets in this
performance for children ages 3-11.
Thursday, July 17, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Avast Ye Scurvy Dogs!
Pirates sailed the seas searching for treasure, but what
did they use to acquire their booty? Join us to learn about
pirates in history and make some of the tools they used to
overwhelm their opponents. For children ages 8-11.
Wednesday, July 23, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
This contemporary version of Rapunzel gently pokes fun
at the fairy tale genre. For children ages 6 and up.
Monday, June 23, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
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Events for Children and Families
Angelou Branch
Tangling with Tangrams
Think you know the story of The Three Little Pigs? Watch
what happens when they meet triangles, rectangles,
squares and parallelograms. For children ages 5-8.
Registration begins May 21; call 688-9580.
Wednesday, June 4, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Kick it with Chemistry: Live Science Show and
Hands-On Activity Stations
Encounter excitement and science in this spectacular show
led by the science team from Exploration Place. Following
the show, enjoy hands-on learning stations. For children
ages 5-12. Registration required for the hands-on session;
call 688-9580.
Wednesday, June 11, 2:30–3 p.m.
Hands-on session 3:30–4:15 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory:
A Wild Goose Chase!
Shadow puppeteer Matt Sandbank will take the audience
to a world with dancing pants, guitar rockin' grandmas,
mischievous spaceships and much more. Poetry springs
hilariously to life as soon as shadow puppets hit the
screen. For children ages 3 and up.
Saturday, June 21, 2:30-3:15 p.m.
Rocket Balloons and More Fun with Air
Take away friction and you can make a CD hover over
the table. For children ages 9-12. Registration begins
June 25; call 688-9580.
Wednesday, July 9, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
When Turtle Flew
Storyteller Priscilla Howe tells some of her favorite
(mostly silly) how-and-why stories. Priscilla will be joined
by some of her favorite ridiculous hand-puppets in this
performance for children ages 3-11.
Thursday, July 17, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Comotara Branch
Take Home Craft:
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Trees
Children ages 4-10 can stop by and pick up a packet of
materials to make their own Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
tree at home. Only simple supplies such as scissors, glue
or tape will be required.
Tuesday, June 10, any time between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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Take Home Craft: Clothespin Crocodile
Children ages 4-10 can stop by and pick up a packet
of materials to make their own Clothespin Crocodile at
home. Only simple supplies such as scissors, glue or tape
will be required.
Thursday, July 10, any time between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Evergreen Branch
Tangling with Tangrams
Think you know the story of The Three Little Pigs? Watch
what happens when they meet triangles, rectangles,
squares and parallelograms. For children ages 5-8.
Registration begins May 21; call 303-8181.
Thursday, June 5, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Goddard Puppet Ladies: The Little Red Hen
Children ages 1-8 will enjoy a story, sing-along and
take home project. They will also learn about growing,
harvesting and baking with wheat!
Friday, June 6, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Rolling Pins and Baseball Bats
Did you know that rolling pins, baseball bats, hammers
and see-saws are machines? Learn how other simple
machines make life easier and create your own pulley.
For children ages 9-12. Registration begins May 28;
call 303-8181 to register.
Thursday, June 12, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Mysterious Magnets
Investigate whether there is iron in your cereal and how
to turn other objects into magnets. For children ages 5-8.
Registration begins June 4; call 303-8181.
Thursday, June 19, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory: A Wild
Goose Chase!
Shadow puppeteer Matt Sandbank will take the
audience to a world with dancing pants, guitar rockin'
grandmas, mischievous spaceships and much more.
Poetry springs hilariously to life as soon as shadow
puppets hit the screen. For children ages 3 and up.
Friday, June 20, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Cloud in a Jar and More About Weather
The temperature drops in the library as we research
clouds and blizzards. For children ages 9-12.
Registration begins June 11; call 303-8181.
Thursday, June 26, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
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Evergreen Branch, continued
Linwood Park Branch
Electric Gelatin and Other Adventures with
Static Electricity
Kick it with Chemistry: Live Science Show and
Hands-On Activity Stations
Snap, crackle, pop! We make sparks to charm snakes
and roll cans. For children ages 5-8. Registration
begins June 18; call 303-8181.
Thursday, July 3, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom!
You will be amazed when the Mad Scientist is able
to defy gravity in this spectacular event. Didgeridoo
tubes, foaming hands, and steaming chemical
reactions will introduce children ages 5 and up to the
exciting world of chemistry.
Monday, July 7, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Rocket Balloons and More Fun with Air
Air—it’s not just for breathing. Stab a potato and make
a rocket. For children ages 9-12. Registration begins
June 25; call 303-8181.
Thursday, July 10, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Kitchen Mix Up
We all know what happens with vinegar and baking
soda. But what about yeast and sugar? Raisins and
soda? Oil and rubbing alcohol? For children ages 5-8.
Registration begins July 2; call 303-8181.
Thursday, July 17, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
The Bug Lady and Friends
Children ages 6-11 will meet Charlotte the Tarantula
and Tucker the Amazon Parrot while learning
interesting and fun facts. Many animals and insects
can be handled. It is a fun time for all, especially for
the animals–they LOVE the attention!
Friday, July 18, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Magic Ketchup: What Happens with Water?
Why do some things float and some things sink? Turn
a water bottle into a terrarium. For children ages 9-12.
Registration begins July 9; call 303-8181.
Thursday, July 24, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Puppet Show: The Mysterious Egg
What is hatching out of the egg that Fox and Pig have
found, and how are they going to take care of it?
Wednesday, July 30, 10:30–11 a.m.
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Encounter excitement and science in this spectacular
show led by the science team from Exploration Place.
Following the show, enjoy hands-on learning stations.
For children ages 5-12. Registration required for the
hands-on session; call 337-9125.
Tuesday, June 3, 2:30–3 p.m.
Hands-on session 3:30–4:15 p.m.
Preschool Dance Party
Get ready to move and groove at this high energy
dance party! Make a dance wand and experience
how rhythm and movement make learning fun. For
children ages 2-6 with a parent or caregiver.
Friday, June 13, 3:30–4 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory: A Wild
Goose Chase!
Shadow puppeteer Matt Sandbank will take the
audience to a world with dancing pants, guitar rockin'
grandmas, mischievous spaceships and much more.
Poetry springs hilariously to life as soon as shadow
puppets hit the screen. For children ages 3 and up.
Thursday, June 19, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Avast Ye Scurvy Dogs!
Pirates sailed the seas searching for treasure, but what
did they use to acquire their booty? Join us to learn
about pirates in history and make some of the tools
they used to overwhelm their opponents. For children
ages 8-11.
Wednesday, July 2, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
LEGO Ninjago Program
Unlock your true potential at this ninja training program.
Practice ninja footwork, play Sensei Wu, and build a
ninja gadget of your own. For children ages 5-8.
Friday, July 11, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Two Frogs and a Turtle Puppet Company:
The Amazing Pig
Can a pig who gives milk, lays eggs, provides bacon
and catches fish also win the farmer's son a princess
bride? Join us for a delightfully interactive puppet
presentation. For children ages 3-10.
Wednesday, July 16, 11:30 a.m.–Noon
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Linwood Park Branch, Continued
Dinosaur O’Dell’s
Fizz, Boom, Take Me to Your Library!
Join Dino for a music and storytelling adventure about
stars, meteors, and planets. Meet Zar, the space alien
and Joe, the cowboy stargazer in this educational and
interactive show. For children ages 5 and up.
Wednesday, July 23, 11:15 a.m.–Noon
Orchard Park Branch
Kick it with Chemistry: Live Science Show and
Hands-On Activity Stations
Encounter excitement and science in this spectacular show
led by the science team from Exploration Place. Following
the show, enjoy hands-on learning stations. For children
ages 5-12. Registration required for the hands-on session
and begins June 4; call 337-9084.
Tuesday, June 17, 2:30–3 p.m.
Hands-on session 3:30–4:15 p.m.
Fizz, Boom, Bounce!
Using household ingredients we will make bouncy
balls and conduct experiments. For children ages 6-11.
Registration begins June 11; call 337-9084.
Wednesday, June 25, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Puppet Show: The Three Bears, Three Ways
Revisit Goldilocks and the Three Bears as they pop up in
other familiar stories. For children aged 3-8.
Wednesday, July 9, 2:30–3 p.m.
Two Frogs and a Turtle Puppet Company:
The Amazing Pig
Can a pig who gives milk, lays eggs, provides bacon
and catches fish also win the farmer's son a princess
bride? Join us for a delightfully interactive puppet
presentation. For children ages 3-10.
Wednesday, July 16, 2:30–3 p.m.
Rockwell Branch
Robots Alive!
Learn how robots work and help people. Use recyclable
and craft supplies to build your own robot. Materials will
be provided. For children aged 7-10. Registration begins
May 21; call 688-9361 to register.
Tuesday, June 3, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
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Goddard Puppet Ladies: The Little Red Hen
Children ages 1-8 will enjoy a story, sing-along and
take home project. They will also learn about growing,
harvesting and baking with wheat!
Thursday, June 5, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Grossology 101
Learn about all things gross! Make your very own slime,
enjoy a gross snack and play Gross Bingo! For children
aged 8-11. Registration begins June 4; call 688-9361.
Tuesday, June 17, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory: Rapunzel
This contemporary version of Rapunzel gently pokes fun
at the fairy tale genre. For children ages 6 and up.
Thursday, June 19, 6–6:45 p.m.
Puppet Show: Dragon Hunt
Children aged 3 and older are invited to a show
about a prince who goes on a dragon hunt to find a
“ferocious, man-eating, fire-breathing dragon!”
Wednesday, June 25, 10:30–11 a.m. and 2:30–3 p.m.
Draw a Toucan: A Monart Drawing Experience
Do you like to draw? Come draw a toucan with
teachers from the Monart School of Art. All supplies
included. Ages 6-10. Registration begins June 11; call
688-9361.
Friday, June 27, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Under the Sea
Children aged 3-6 are invited to experience life under
the sea through stories, crafts, and activities.
Wednesday, July 2, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Craft-a-Palooza
Be creative! Enjoy make-and-take crafts during this
drop-in event for children ages 3 and up.
Tuesday, July 8, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Doc Gizmo Science Theatre
Science takes on a new fascination for kids who have
seen the amazing and fabulous demonstrations of Doc
Gizmo. Doc uses his “Gimmicks and Gizmos” for his
unmistakable “Discrepant Science Demonstrations.” It’s
a new spin on science for ages 7-11.
Monday, July 14, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
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Rockwell Branch, Continued
Puppet Show: Chicks and Salsa
Children aged 3 and older are invited to a show about
what happens when barn animals get tired of eating
the same old barn food and decide to try out some
new recipes.
Wednesday, July 16, 10:30–11 a.m. and 2:30–3 p.m.
LEGO Mania
Love LEGO? We do and we’re inviting children aged
5-9 to a LEGO building contest or just have some fun
with LEGO. Registration begins July 9; call 688-9361.
Thursday, July 24, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Westlink Branch
Fizz, Boom, Dance
Do “The Robot” and other popular dances geared
toward young children. For ages 1-5; adult helpers
required for each child under 3.
Friday, June 13, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Discoverers: To Bounce or Not to Bounce
Using household ingredients, we will make bouncy balls
and test them to get the best bounce. Pick up free tickets
beginning June 5 at the Summer Reading desk. For
children ages 8-10.
Thursday, June 19, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory: Rapunzel
This contemporary version of Rapunzel gently pokes
fun at the fairy tale genre. For children ages 6 and up.
Friday, June 20, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Explorers: Outdoor Adventure
Explore the natural world around us through activities
inside and outside of the library building. Pick up free
tickets beginning June 12 at the Summer Reading desk.
For children ages 6 and 7.
Thursday, June 26, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Explorers: Bubble Mania
Join us for an afternoon of creating bubble art and
experience being inside a huge bubble. Pick up free
tickets beginning June 26 at the Summer Reading desk.
For children ages 6 and 7.
Thursday, July 10, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Doc Gizmo Science Theatre
Science takes on a new fascination for kids who have
seen the amazing and fabulous demonstrations of Doc
Gizmo. Doc uses his “Gimmicks and Gizmos” for his
unmistakable “Discrepant Science Demonstrations.” It’s a
new spin on science for ages 7-11.
Friday, July 11, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Discoverers: Mystery Play
Watch the mystery unfold, look for clues, question
the suspects, and solve the case. Pick up free tickets
beginning July 3 at the Summer Reading desk. For
children ages 8-10.
Thursday, July 17, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Dinosaur O’Dell’s “Fizz, Boom, Take Me to
Your Library!”
Join Dino for a music and storytelling science adventure
about stars, meteors, and planets. Meet Zar, the space
alien, and Joe, the cowboy stargazer in this educational
and interactive show. For children ages 5 and up.
Wednesday, July 23, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Explorers: The Magic of Weather
We will join our favorite literary characters on their
adventures in extreme weather. Pick up free tickets
beginning July 10 at the Summer Reading desk. For
children ages 6 and 7.
Thursday, July 24, 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Puppet Show: The Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza
The traditional tale takes on a new twist with a favorite
food and audience participation. For children aged 3-8.
Friday, July 25, 2:30–3 p.m.
Discoverers: Astronaut Training
Prepare for space travel through NASA inspired activities
and games. Pick up free tickets beginning June 19 at the
Summer Reading desk. For children ages 8-10.
Thursday, July 3, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
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Events for Teens
Ages 12-17
Black Light Party
It’s the teen summer reading kickoff party, where we’ll
enjoy the glow of black lights. Wear a white or a neoncolored shirt and we’ll have fabric paint to decorate it!
There will also be Neon Lemonade, Glow Twister and
luminescent crafts.
Monday, June 2, 6–7:45 p.m., Central Library
Knit with Your Arms!
Your arms make a great pair of giant knitting needles.
Come learn how to make an infinity scarf with us using
chunky yarn, fleece scraps, or old t-shirts! It’s faster and
easier than regular knitting – makes a great gift, too!
Monday, June 9, 2–3:30 p.m., Central Library
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Guide
Test your skills against the Zombie Apocalypse! Through
games and crafts, see if you would survive a zombie
attack. Leave with your very own zombie hunting license
– if you survive! Registration opens two weeks prior to
each program. Call the hosting location to register.
Wednesday, June 11, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Rockwell Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Westlink Branch
Cupcake Wars
Are you up to the challenge? Take our cupcakes and
decorations, your imagination, and turn them into a
representation of your favorite book. Prizes, fun and a
sugar high! Registration opens two weeks prior to each
program. Call the hosting location to register.
Monday, June 16, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Alford Branch
Friday, June 20, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Evergreen Branch
Wednesday, June 25, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Angelou Branch
Stop Motion Animation
Make your own movie—create a set and characters and
film your own story using a simple point-n-shoot camera
or a cell phone. LEGO, action figures, and other basic
supplies will be provided, but you can bring your own,
too! Come to one or both sessions.
Tuesday, June 17, 3:30–5 p.m. and
Saturday, June 21, 3:30–5 p.m., Central Library
Rocket Blast
Design and build simple rockets from household items as
a team or as individuals. Awards will be given for most
creative design and longest flight. Registration opens two
weeks prior to each program. Call the hosting location to
register.
Tuesday, June 24, 2:30–4 p.m., Westlink Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 2:30–4 p.m., Rockwell Branch
Jitterbugs
Build a jitterbug, a simple motorized toy made of a
recycled CD and a DC motor.
Thursday, June 26, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Alford Branch
Hack This Space
We’ll provide materials – motors, clay, buzzers,
Styrofoam, and computers– and you provide the
imagination! Hack up a storm as you experiment with
electrical circuits, programmable mini-computers, and
more.
Tuesday, July 8, 2–4 p.m., Central Library
Tower Building Challenge
Race to build the tallest tower out of Popsicle sticks and
other materials in a timed challenge. Test your creativity,
engineering skills and speed while competing against
other builders.
Monday, July 14, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Evergreen Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Alford Branch
Friday, July 25, 2:30–3:30 p.m., Linwood Park Branch
I’ve Been Sherlocked!
Dastardly deeds have resulted in a murder at the library
that only teens can solve! Get the clues and identify the
suspects. Special prizes for fastest solve time, most clues
located, and more.
Monday, July 14, 6–7:45 p.m., Central Library
Doctor Who
TARDIS, games and more! Dress as your favorite
Whovian character. Registration required, beginning June
4; call 337-9084.
Wednesday, June 18, 2:30–4 p.m., Orchard Park Branch
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Events for Adults
Central Library
Wichita Genealogical Society: Researching
Midwestern and Plains Indians
Historian Ken Spurgeon will tell the story of the origins
and history of Kansas’ frontier forts from 1827 to the
early 1900s.
Wednesday, June 11, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
We will review the basic research for those with Indian
ancestry, and discuss methods for using the sources.
Many types of records and repositories will be covered.
Saturday, June 21, 1–3 p.m.
Knock, Knock, Who Was There? Uncovering
the History of Your House
Wichita Genealogical Society: How to Start
Your Irish Genealogy
Senior Wednesday: Kansas Frontier Forts
Local Historian Michelle Enke will discuss how to use
library resources to trace the fascinating history of your
historic Wichita house.
Tuesday, June 24, 2–3:30 p.m.
Senior Wednesday: The Kansas Work Ethic of
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Author and historian Roy Bird will explore how Ike’s
Kansas work ethic prepared him for military and
presidential greatness. Co-sponsored by the Kansas
Humanities Council.
Wednesday, July 9, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Senior Wednesday: Stereographs-Early
Photographs in 3D
Before there were films, there were stereoviews.
Learn more about the Library’s sizable collection of
stereographic photos, and see for yourself how the
viewers bring photos to life.
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
SCORE Start-Your-Business Workshops:
Introduction to Business Planning for the New
Entrepreneur
Learn more about how to write critical steps towards
your business plan. We’ll cover developing a concept,
performing market analysis, planning operations,
creating a management team, performing financial
projections, and more. Call 261-8507 to register.
Saturday, Aug. 23, 1–2:30 p.m., Central Library
Alford Branch
Common Thread Needlecraft Group
Anyone is welcome to stitch and chat. Bring knitting,
crocheting, quilting or other projects and share ideas,
questions and love of needlecrafts.
Wednesdays, June 4 through Aug. 27, 10 a.m.–Noon
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Record keeping in Ireland is different from the rest
of the British Isles. We will review the jurisdictional
boundaries to help locate and identify records related
to the area where your ancestors might have lived.
Saturday, July 19, 1–3 p.m.
Wichita Genealogical Society Quarterly
Meeting: Women Rising: How Kansas Women
Gained the Vote, 1859-1912 by Diane Eickhoff
This program will re-visit the women’s suffrage
campaigns. Eickhoff is an independent historian and
author. Co-sponsored by the Kansas Humanities Council.
Saturday, Aug. 16, 1–3 p.m.
Rockwell Branch
Law at the Library: Divorce and Child Custody
This session will be presented by an experienced
attorney followed by a brief question and answer time.
Learn more about Kansas divorce law and how child
custody determinations are made. Co-sponsored by
Kansas Legal Services Inc.
Tuesday, August 12, 6–7:30 p.m.
Westlink Branch
6 x 6: Helping Children Get Ready to Read
Learn about the six early literacy skills that children acquire
before the age of six, and easy ways to make brain
development part of your everyday routine. Approved by
KDHE for in-service hours. Registration begins July 2; call
337-9456. Childcare will not be provided.
Saturday, July 19, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Kid Lit for Adults: Leo Lionni
Adults who enjoy children’s books are invited for an
informal discussion about Little Blue and Little Yellow,
Inch by Inch, Swimmy and Alexander and the Wind-Up
Mouse. Approved for professional development credit
by USD 259 and in-service hours by KDHE. Registration
begins July 23; call 337-9456.
Saturday, Aug. 9, 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Wichita Public Library • June, July & August 2014
Technology Training
All programs are 90 minutes long. Seating is limited. Registration opens two weeks prior to
each program. Call the hosting location to register.
Building a Resume
Create a resume using Microsoft Word. Participants must
have basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Monday, June 16, 6–7:30 p.m., Evergreen Branch
Buying and Selling Online
We will look at online auction sites such as eBay and
craigslist in this class. Students will learn how to search,
post, bid and reply to posts safely. For beginning
computer users with basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Saturday, June 28, 10:30 a.m.–Noon, Westlink Branch
Downloading E-books
Learn how to use Overdrive, the Library’s free digital
e-book service. Bring your digital reader or mobile
device for hands-on-help. Participants must have an
active library card to access the digital collection.
Wednesday, June 18, 6–7:30 p.m., Alford Branch
Facebook
Learn how to connect with friends and family, and create
your own Facebook account. Participants must have an
email account and basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Saturday, Aug. 2, 10:30 a.m.–Noon, Central Library
Internet Basics
Learn the basics of searching the Internet. Find out about
search engines, search strategies, and evaluating content
on a web site. For beginning computer users with basic
keyboard and mouse skills.
Tuesday, July 8, 6–7:30 p.m., Westlink Branch
Microsoft Word Basics
Learn about creating, editing, formatting and saving
documents in Microsoft Word 2007. Participants must
have basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Saturday, June 7, 10:30 a.m.–Noon, Central Library
Tuesday, July 15, 2:30–4 p.m., Alford Branch
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 6–7:30 p.m., Westlink Branch
Online Job Searching
Learn about well-known job-searching websites, as well
as topics like searching for job listings, filling out online
application forms, and submitting electronic resumes.
Participants must have an email account and basic
keyboard and mouse skills.
Tuesday, July 29, 1–2:30 p.m., Evergreen Branch
Playing with Pinterest
Learn about Pinterest, an online visual pin board. Learn
about the “Pin It’ button, how to follow other pinners
and good pintiquette. Participants must have an email
account and basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Tuesday, June 10, 6–7:30 p.m., Angelou Branch
Thursday, Aug. 7, 1–2:30 p.m., Rockwell Branch
Windows 8.1
This demonstration-style class in the Auditorium will
teach you about the Windows 8.1 Operating System,
including tiles, the charms bar and other features.
Saturday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.–Noon, Central Library
Learning About iPads
This class is geared towards those with a new iPad or
those who just want to see what the hype is all about.
Bring your iPad and learn about basic operation
and some fun apps. Please make sure your device is
registered before class. This class size is limited to 8.
Tuesday, July 22, 6–7:30 p.m., Rockwell Branch
Microsoft Excel Basics
Learn the basic functions of this spreadsheet program:
adding, subtracting and creating functions. Participants
must have basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Tuesday, June 24, 6–7:30 p.m., Rockwell Branch
Microsoft PowerPoint Basics
Book-A-Librarian
Get one-on-one technology help at the Central
Library, Alford, Evergreen, Rockwell and Westlink
branches. Use the Library’s laptop or bring your
own computer or tablet to get help with computer
basics and programs, searching and applying
for jobs, downloading e-books, learning about
social media and much more. Reservations are
required at least one day in advance. Just call any
participating branch and make an appointment!
This class offers the basics of how to design presentations
and slideshows for business, school or personal use.
Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills.
Thursday, Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m.–Noon, Alford Branch
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Monthly Book Discussions
The Devil in the White City
by Erik Larson
Tuesday, June 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Central Library
The Sound and the Fury
by William Faulkner
Tuesday, July 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Timekeeper by Mitch Albom
Tuesday, August 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Virgin of Small Plains
by Nancy Pickard
Wednesday, June 25, 5–6 p.m.
Alford Branch
Three Weeks to Say Goodbye
by C.J. Box
Wednesday, July 23, 5–6 p.m
The Hell Gate by Linda Fairstein
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 5–6 p.m.
Big Stone Gap by Adriana Trigiani
Tuesday, June 3, 1–2 p.m.
The Scarlet Letter
by Nathaniel Hawthorneb
Thursday, June 5, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Evergreen Branch (Tuesdays)
Love in the Present Tense
by Kathryn Ryan-Hyde
Tuesday, July 1, 1–2 p.m.
Evergreen Branch (Thursdays)
The Persian Pickle Club
by Sandra Dallas
Thursday, July 3, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Exit Music by Ian Rankin
Monday, June 30, 1–2 p.m.
Orchard Park Branch
Crossing the Tracks by Barbara Stuber
Friday, July 11, 2:15–3:15 p.m.
Rockwell Branch
S Is for Silence by Sue Grafton
Monday, July 28, 1–2 p.m.
In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson
Tuesday, June 17, 1–2 p.m.
Westlink Branch
Life After Life by Kate Atkinson
Tuesday, July 15, 1–2 p.m.
The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen
Friday, June 6, 2:15–3:15 p.m.
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Unless otherwise noted, all events
are FREE. With 48-hour notice, the
Library can provide signed programs
and meet other special needs; call
(316) 261-8590. Seating is limited.
The Central Library can accommodate
larger groups; call 261-8500. Programs
are made possible in part by the City
of Wichita, the Wichita Public Library
Foundation, the National Endowment
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the Wichita Public Library. Technology
training is made possible by the John
L. and James S. Knight Foundation and
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
The Last Runaway by Tracy Chevalier
Thursday, Aug. 7, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
The Rest of Her Life by Laura Moriarty
Friday, Aug. 1, 2:15–3:15 p.m.
The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown
Monday, Aug. 25, 1–2 p.m.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 1–2 p.m.
Wichita Public Library Locations
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261-8500, 223 S. Main
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.*
Alford Branch
337-9119, 3447 S. Meridian
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.*
Angelou Northeast Branch
688-9580, 3051 E. 21st Tuesday 1 - 8 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday 1 - 6 p.m.
Closed Sunday & Monday
Comotara Branch (in Dillons)
688-9350, 2244 N. Rock Rd. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Closed Sunday & Monday
Evergreen Branch
303-8181, 2601 N. Arkansas
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m*
Linwood Park Branch
337-9125,1901 S. Kansas
Monday 1 - 8 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Closed Saturday & Sunday
Orchard Park Branch
337-9084, 4808 W. 9th Monday-Friday 2 - 6 p.m.
Closed Saturday & Sunday
Rockwell Branch
688-9361, 5939 E. 9th
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.*
Westlink Branch
337-9456, 8515 Bekemeyer
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.*
*Closed Sundays, Memorial DayLabor Day
Deaf Services TDD: 262-3972
All Wichita Public Library locations offer
Wi-Fi and materials depositories.