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Book Munch for the Breakfast Bunch

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite Location
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

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

Offsite Event
Library Location: Offsite Location
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

Swap Your Stuff: Craft Edition

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Event Space - Full (East+West) at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Are you drowning in excess craft supplies or looking for a new craft to try out? Drop off your gently used crafty items like yarn, paper crafts, sewing supplies, etc. to the library during the week of May 4th.

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

Are you drowning in excess craft supplies or looking for a new craft to try out? Drop off your gently used crafty items like yarn, paper crafts, sewing supplies, etc. to the library during the week of May 4th.

This event is in the "Adults" group

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, May 11, 2026 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.

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

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

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.

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Children's Program Room Indian Creek
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Teen Clubs
Event Details:

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 "Adults" group

Board Game Night

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Interior Court Yard at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to play a variety of tabletop games, with snacks and drinks provided. Bring friends and play together or make new friends while you play. You're welcome to bring your own games, or use those provided from MNU's Mabee Library. 

Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Interior Court Yard
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Join us to play a variety of tabletop games, with snacks and drinks provided. Bring friends and play together or make new friends while you play. You're welcome to bring your own games, or use those provided from MNU's Mabee Library. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Paperback Book Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Indian Creek Board Room at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Read and discuss a book from a different genre each month. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration.

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

Read and discuss a book from a different genre each month. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration.

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

Teen Hangout Thursdays

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone Downtown at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Teen Clubs
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Looking for a place to hang out after school? Drop by the Teen Zone on the 2nd (Downtown) and 4th (Indian Creek) Thursday afternoons! Play games, create cool crafts, try out library technology, or relax with friends.

Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Zone Downtown
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Teen Clubs
Event Details:

Looking for a place to hang out after school? Drop by the Teen Zone on the 2nd (Downtown) and 4th (Indian Creek) Thursday afternoons! Play games, create cool crafts, try out library technology, or relax with friends.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stitch Social

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Create
Age Group:
Adults

Do you crochet, knit, cross stitch, 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.

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

Do you crochet, knit, cross stitch, 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 "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group

Finals Survival Kit

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Finals are here! But don't worry, we've put together some treats and activities to help you get through it! Kits available while supplies last.

Library Location: Downtown Library
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12)
Program Type: Live Well
Event Details:

Finals are here! But don't worry, we've put together some treats and activities to help you get through it! Kits available while supplies last.

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

Finals Survival Kit

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12)

Finals are here! But don't worry, we've put together some treats and activities to help you get through it! Kits available while supplies last.

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

Finals are here! But don't worry, we've put together some treats and activities to help you get through it! Kits available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writing Community

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room Indian Creek at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Create
Age Group:
Adults

Meet with other writers to discuss your writing, share friendly feedback, and find encouragement to power through your writing goals, big or small.

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

Meet with other writers to discuss your writing, share friendly feedback, and find encouragement to power through your writing goals, big or small.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sunflower Memory Cafe

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Event Space - Full (East+West) at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Live Well
Age Group:
Adults

The Sunflower Memory Cafe is a monthly gathering of older adults living with memory loss, along with their caregivers, to socialize and have fun with others who are experiencing similar challenges. There will be coffee and treats.

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

The Sunflower Memory Cafe is a monthly gathering of older adults living with memory loss, along with their caregivers, to socialize and have fun with others who are experiencing similar challenges. There will be coffee and treats.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Munch for the Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite Location
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Grab some lunch and hang out with other book lovers in this non-traditional book club.

Offsite Event
Library Location: Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Event Details:

Grab some lunch and hang out with other book lovers in this non-traditional book club.

This event is in the "Family" group

Chess Night

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room Downtown at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Just for Fun
Age Group:
Family

Come play chess with a worthy opponent.  All ages and playing levels welcome.

Library Location: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Program Room Downtown
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Just for Fun
Event Details:

Come play chess with a worthy opponent.  All ages and playing levels welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Paperback Book Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Indian Creek Board Room at Indian Creek Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Read and discuss a book from a different genre each month. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration.

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

Read and discuss a book from a different genre each month. Participants will receive a free copy of the book upon registration.

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

Olathe Community Heartsaver CPR/AED Class

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Olathe Fire Department
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults

Do you live or work in Olathe and want to become a lifesaver? Join the Olathe Fire Department’s Heartsaver CPR class and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence! 

In this hands-on course, you'll learn:

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Location: Olathe Fire Department
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you live or work in Olathe and want to become a lifesaver? Join the Olathe Fire Department’s Heartsaver CPR class and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence! 

In this hands-on course, you'll learn:

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crime and Cookies

Saturday, May 23, 2026 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. 

Memorial Day-- Libraries CLOSED

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library

Both library locations will be CLOSED on Sunday, May 24 & Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Downtown Library, Indian Creek Library
Description:

Both library locations will be CLOSED on Sunday, May 24 & Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stretch & Restore

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 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, May 26, 2026 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. 

Olathe Public Library Foundation Board meeting

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:45pm
Indian Creek Board Room at Indian Creek Library
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Indian Creek Board Room

Kids Bash

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Exterior Court Yard at Indian Creek Library
Indian Creek Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Location: Indian Creek Library
Room: Exterior Court Yard
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Olathe Community Heartsaver CPR/AED Class

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Olathe Fire Department
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults

Do you live or work in Olathe and want to become a lifesaver? Join the Olathe Fire Department’s Heartsaver CPR class and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence! 

In this hands-on course, you'll learn:

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Location: Olathe Fire Department
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you live or work in Olathe and want to become a lifesaver? Join the Olathe Fire Department’s Heartsaver CPR class and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence! 

In this hands-on course, you'll learn:

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

Olathe Community Heartsaver CPR/AED Class

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Olathe Fire Department
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults

Do you live or work in Olathe and want to become a lifesaver? Join the Olathe Fire Department’s Heartsaver CPR class and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence! 

In this hands-on course, you'll learn:

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Location: Olathe Fire Department
Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you live or work in Olathe and want to become a lifesaver? Join the Olathe Fire Department’s Heartsaver CPR class and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence! 

In this hands-on course, you'll learn: