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Discovery Club

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Learn Something New
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th)

Join us for multiple fun activities to discover something new and to experiment with your own creative abilities.
A small snack will be provided.

Discovery Club dates and locations:

October 17 - Downtown

Registration Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th)
Program Type: Learn Something New
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for multiple fun activities to discover something new and to experiment with your own creative abilities.
A small snack will be provided.

Discovery Club dates and locations:

October 17 - Downtown

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5th)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Show & Tell in the Makerspace

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
The Lab at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults, Family

Activity TDB, please check in person on the Makerspace Board or ask staff. 

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults, Family
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Activity TDB, please check in person on the Makerspace Board or ask staff. 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Yule Ball

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Flexbox Theater at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Have you ever wanted to attend a ball at a school for witches, wizards, and all other spell casters? Dress up in your finest outfit, enjoy delicious finger food, and enjoy a magical night of dancing, games, and crafts.

 

Registration Required
Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Flexbox Theater
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Just for Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to attend a ball at a school for witches, wizards, and all other spell casters? Dress up in your finest outfit, enjoy delicious finger food, and enjoy a magical night of dancing, games, and crafts.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Creative Connections

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Event Space - Full (East+West) at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the library for Creative Connections—a welcoming, joyful space where adults with disabilities come together to create, connect, and explore.

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

Join us at the library for Creative Connections—a welcoming, joyful space where adults with disabilities come together to create, connect, and explore.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stretch & Restore

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Fitness
Age Group:
Adults

Olathe Community Center instructors lead a passive practice in which poses are held for a few minutes at a time. This practice focuses on deep stretching and restorative poses to improve mental clarity and offer deep relaxation.

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

Olathe Community Center instructors lead a passive practice in which poses are held for a few minutes at a time. This practice focuses on deep stretching and restorative poses to improve mental clarity and offer deep relaxation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crime and Cookies

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join us as we discuss a true crime book and snack on delicious cookies. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration. 

Registration Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss a true crime book and snack on delicious cookies. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration. 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Meeting Room Downtown 3rd Floor at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Dungeons & Dragons Club:

Come hang out with other adventurers to play the popular RPG Dungeons & Dragons! It doesn’t matter if you are a novice or an expert, all are welcome. Learn from other players a...

Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Community Meeting Room Downtown 3rd Floor
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Teen Clubs

Come hang out with other adventurers to play the popular RPG Dungeons & Dragons! It doesn’t matter if you are a novice or an expert, all are welcome. Learn from other players and from guest hosts.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5th)" group

LEGO® Builders' Club

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th)

Join other LEGO® lovers for a builders' club featuring cooperative projects, optional challenges, and access to the library's large LEGO® collection!

Registration Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th)
Program Type: Just for Fun
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join other LEGO® lovers for a builders' club featuring cooperative projects, optional challenges, and access to the library's large LEGO® collection!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Parenting Teens Together: A Book Discussion Group

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Indian Creek Board Room at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join our supportive book discussion group focused on the joys and challenges of parenting teenagers. Each month, we'll explore a thoughtfully selected book offering practical advice, empathy, and insights into raising teens in today’s world.

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

Join our supportive book discussion group focused on the joys and challenges of parenting teenagers. Each month, we'll explore a thoughtfully selected book offering practical advice, empathy, and insights into raising teens in today’s world.

Christmas Eve-- Libraries Closed

All Day
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library

Christmas Day-- Libraries Closed

All Day
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5th)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Show & Tell in the Makerspace

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
The Lab at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults, Family

Activity TDB, please check in person on the Makerspace Board or ask staff. 

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults, Family
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Activity TDB, please check in person on the Makerspace Board or ask staff. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crime and Cookies

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
3rd Floor Creative/Art Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join us as we discuss a true crime book and snack on delicious cookies. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration. 

Registration Required
Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: 3rd Floor Creative/Art Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss a true crime book and snack on delicious cookies. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration. 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Safe Sitter® Essential Babysitting and CPR Classes

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
3rd Floor Creative/Art Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting?

Registration Required
Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: 3rd Floor Creative/Art Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Live Well
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting?

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Safe Sitter® Essential Babysitting and CPR Classes

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting?

Registration Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Live Well
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting?

This event is in the "Adults" group

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:45pm
Event Space - Full (East+West) at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Adults

Give blood and save a life. Click here to make an appointment.

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

Give blood and save a life. Click here to make an appointment.

New Year's Eve Day-- Libraries Close Early

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library

New Year's Day-- Libraries CLOSED

All Day
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Trail Challenge Tracker

All Day
Online
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

From September 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026, track your progress on the Olathe Public Middle Schools' 2025 - 2026 Trail Challenge in

Virtual Event
Library Location: Online
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

From September 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026, track your progress on the Olathe Public Middle Schools' 2025 - 2026 Trail Challenge in

This event is in the "Family" group

Winter Reading Challenge: Bundle up with Books

All Day
Online
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Family

From January 1 - February 28, Olathe Public Library is participating in “Bundle up with Books,” a winter reading challenge in Beanstack for children, teens, and adults.

Virtual Event
Library Location: Online
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

From January 1 - February 28, Olathe Public Library is participating in “Bundle up with Books,” a winter reading challenge in Beanstack for children, teens, and adults.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary (Grades K-5th)" group

Crafternoon for Kids

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Create
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th)

Get creative with a fun after-school craft activity.

Registration Required
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Children, Elementary (Grades K-5th)
Program Type: Create
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative with a fun after-school craft activity.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Grown-Up Crafternoon

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Area at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Create
Age Group:
Adults

Visit our adult crafting station to make a different project each month. If you have elementary-aged children, you can register them for their own craft program (Crafternoon for Kids).

January: Bath Bombs

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Create
Event Details:

Visit our adult crafting station to make a different project each month. If you have elementary-aged children, you can register them for their own craft program (Crafternoon for Kids).

January: Bath Bombs

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Teen Crafternoon

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Zone Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Create
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Visit our teen crafting station to make a different project each month. 

 

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Teen Zone Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Create
Event Details:

Visit our teen crafting station to make a different project each month. 

 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Book Dragon Teen Subscription Box: High School

All Day
Online
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

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.

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Location: Online
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
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.