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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
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Sunken Treasure Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite Location
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Teens
Event Details:

Go diving for pirate treasure at the Olathe pools this summer! Chests of pirate treasure have spilled all over the pools. Collect everything on your pirate checklist and return it ...

Offsite Event
Library Location: Offsite Location
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Go diving for pirate treasure at the Olathe pools this summer! Chests of pirate treasure have spilled all over the pools. Collect everything on your pirate checklist and return it to the treasure chest for a prize.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Children's Program Room Downtown at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Olathe Community Center instructors lead a gentle yoga practice from the comfort of a chair. Poses are great for those with limited mobility, or anyone looking for a low-impact way...

Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room Downtown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness
Event Details:

Olathe Community Center instructors lead a gentle yoga practice from the comfort of a chair. Poses are great for those with limited mobility, or anyone looking for a low-impact way to re-center during a busy day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Cosplay Workshops

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Lab at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

These workshops will introduce young makers to fundamental cosplay techniques through a variety of projects. Participants will gain familiarity and learn the capabilities of the eq...

Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

These workshops will introduce young makers to fundamental cosplay techniques through a variety of projects. Participants will gain familiarity and learn the capabilities of the equipment in the makerspace.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens
Anime Club:

Can’t get enough anime and manga? Meet up and share manga drawings, watch anime, learn about Japanese culture and talk about manga and anime. We’ll serve refreshments, which may in...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Teen Zone Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Can’t get enough anime and manga? Meet up and share manga drawings, watch anime, learn about Japanese culture and talk about manga and anime. We’ll serve refreshments, which may include Japanese treats.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth to PreK" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Find Fido Friday

All Day
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

Library Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth to PreK" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Find Fido Friday

All Day
Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth to PreK" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room Downtown at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Bring your favorite stuffed animal to a special storytime, then leave them at the library for an overnight sleepover! When you pick up your fuzzy friend on Saturday, you'll find ou...

Required
Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room Downtown
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Just for Fun
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Bring your favorite stuffed animal to a special storytime, then leave them at the library for an overnight sleepover! When you pick up your fuzzy friend on Saturday, you'll find out exactly what all the animals were up to all evening.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Gamers Night

Friday, August 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Zone at Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring all your gamer friends for after-hours adult time in the Zone.   Gaming systems include: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and Meta Quest 2. Vari...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: The Zone at Indian Creek
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Bring all your gamer friends for after-hours adult time in the Zone.  

Gaming systems include: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and Meta Quest 2.

Various games available for each system!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Book Dragon Teen Subscription Box: High School

All Day
Online
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

For high school students who are more than your average bookworm, sign up for a subscription box containing a free book, book-related swag, and other goodies.  August's theme ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Location: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

For high school students who are more than your average bookworm, sign up for a subscription box containing a free book, book-related swag, and other goodies.  August's theme is Go for Gold and the chosen book is

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Book Dragon Teen Subscription Box: Middle School

All Day
Online
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

For middle school students who are more than your average bookworm, sign up for a subscription box containing a free book, book-related swag, and other goodies.  August's them...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Location: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

For middle school students who are more than your average bookworm, sign up for a subscription box containing a free book, book-related swag, and other goodies.  August's theme is Go for Gold and the chosen book is

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Safe@Home Class

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Teens
Event Details:

This program ideal for tweens that have expressed interest in assuming the responsibility of staying home alone. Safe@Home is a two-hour program that teaches children how to p...

Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Live Well
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This program ideal for tweens that have expressed interest in assuming the responsibility of staying home alone. Safe@Home is a two-hour program that teaches children how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Trailblazers Esports Club

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Play casual and competitive Esports games with teens locally and nationally. Games include, but are not limited to, Minecraft, League of Legends, Apex Legends, Fortnite, Rocket Lea...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Teen Zone Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs
Event Details:

Play casual and competitive Esports games with teens locally and nationally. Games include, but are not limited to, Minecraft, League of Legends, Apex Legends, Fortnite, Rocket League and Smash Bros.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dystopia Survival Training

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Could you survive The Hunger Games? Would you last in The Maze Runner? Could you become a Scythe? Find out in this dystopia training course! Participate in challenges to help you s...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Could you survive The Hunger Games? Would you last in The Maze Runner? Could you become a Scythe? Find out in this dystopia training course!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Safe Sitter® Essential Babysitting and CPR Classes

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? The best sitter is a Safe Sitter®! This class will cover babysitting business basics, childcare essentials, child behavior ...

Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Live Well
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting?

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Safe@Home Class

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
3rd Floor Creative/Art Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Teens
Event Details:

This program ideal for tweens that have expressed interest in assuming the responsibility of staying home alone. Safe@Home is a two-hour program that teaches children how to p...

Required
Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: 3rd Floor Creative/Art Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Live Well
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This program ideal for tweens that have expressed interest in assuming the responsibility of staying home alone. Safe@Home is a two-hour program that teaches children how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pride Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone Downtown at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Meet up with other LGBTQIA+ youth and allies for snacks, conversation, and a safe space.

Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Zone Downtown
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Clubs
Event Details:

Meet up with other LGBTQIA+ youth and allies for snacks, conversation, and a safe space.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stitch Social

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you crochet, knit, cross stich, or embroider? Bring your own needle arts project to this informal craft and chat, where you can work on your latest project and visit with other ...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Do you crochet, knit, cross stich, or embroider? Bring your own needle arts project to this informal craft and chat, where you can work on your latest project and visit with other crafters. Stay the whole time or just drop in for a little while.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tie-Dye T-Shirts

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Indian Creek Park/Shelter at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Create
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Tie-dye a t-shirt to take with you on your summer adventures! After a demonstration on creating different patterns, take your dyed shirt home in a plastic bag so it can soak for se...

Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Indian Creek Park/Shelter
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Create
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Tie-dye a t-shirt to take with you on your summer adventures! After a demonstration on creating different patterns, take your dyed shirt home in a plastic bag so it can soak for several hours, then wash and wear. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth to PreK" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Find Fido Friday

All Day
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

Library Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth to PreK" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Find Fido Friday

All Day
Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Age Group: Children, Birth to PreK, Elementary
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Fido is back and he's hiding somewhere in the Children's area. Find him and you'll get a small prize. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Pokémon & Beyblades Club

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Zone Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens
Event Details:

Get together with other Pokémon and Beyblade fans to play and hang out! Bring your Pokémon cards and Beyblades to trade or battle with friends. A few Pokémon decks, Beyblades and a...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Teen Zone Indian Creek
Age Group: Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Get together with other Pokémon and Beyblade fans to play and hang out! Bring your Pokémon cards and Beyblades to trade or battle with friends. A few Pokémon decks, Beyblades and an arena will be provided for play. Don’t know how to play?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Munch for the Breakfast Bunch

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Creek Board Room at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Grab a coffee and hang out with other book lovers in this non-traditional book club. You’ll hear about some of the latest and greatest books available at the library, then we’ll go...

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Indian Creek Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Grab a coffee and hang out with other book lovers in this non-traditional book club.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CANCELLED - Signature Author Event Gregg Olsen

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Event Space - Full (East+West) at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

THIS EVEN HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Event Space - Full (East+West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

THIS EVEN HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:15pm
Event Space - Full (East+West) at Indian Creek Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Give blood and save a life. Appointments can be made at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Event Space - Full (East+West)
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Give blood and save a life. Appointments can be made at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive