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    Hays Public Library

    Hays Public Library

    Stay Informed - Get Involved - Be Inspired

    1205 Main Street
    Hays, KS 67601
    (785) 625-9014
    hayslibrary.org

    Mon
    9:00am–8:00pm
    Tue
    9:00am–8:00pm
    Wed
    9:00am–8:00pm
    Thu
    9:00am–8:00pm
    Fri
    9:00am–6:00pm
    Sat
    9:00am–5:00pm
    Sun
    1:00pm–5:00pm

    The Hays Public Library provides extensive resources and programs for all ages. 

    History

    Founded in 1911

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    Author Talk
    How-To: Bookish Craft Night
    Nov 04, 2026, 6:00 PM CST
    Hays, KS
    Join us for a relaxed evening of DIY fun! https://www.visithays.com/calendar.aspx?EID=23199
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    HPL Foundation Wine & Cheese Fundraiser
    Nov 07, 2026, 6:30 PM CST
    Hays, KS
    The Hays Public Library Foundation Wine & Cheese fundraiser is an entertaining evening that features a variety of wines and cheeses, an ...
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    Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear
    Nov 10, 2026, 6:30 PM CST
    Hays, KS
    Put your 4-person team together & head to the Paisley Pear for trivia with a new theme each month. Contact the Paisley Pear to reserve a...
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    Science Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass + Honorable Harvest Activity
    Nov 12, 2026, 6:30 PM CST
    Hays, KS
    Join the Science Book Club meeting on Thursday, November 12 at 6:30pm in the Expeditions Room at the Sternberg Museum. https://www.visit...
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    Friends of the Library Book Sale
    Nov 13, 2026, 11:00 AM CST
    Hays, KS
    Friends of the Library are hosting a book sale September 13-15. Friends members get first pick on the 13th from 10-11 a.m. The sale is o...
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