Great Bend Public Library events: July 2023
All library events are free to the public and do not require a library card to attend. There are even more events available for you to see at our website: https://greatbendpl.info
Dan Dan the Magic Man
Wednesday, July 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Celebrating over 20 years of sharing magic, our favorite magician and crew are back to take us on another mesmerizing adventure. Get ready to be amazed by magical feats, comedy, and fun!
Lakeside Trivia Night at Dry Lake Brewing
Thursday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Do you know what the deepest lake in the world is? How about who the star player of the Lakers is? How well do you know your watercraft? If it's got lake in the name or even if it's just related to lakes get ready to test your knowledge of it at our next trivia night Lakeside Trivia on Thursday, July 13! Grab a team or go it solo at the aptly named Dry Lake Brewery. Sign up now at greatbendpl.info to add your team to the roster (limit of 4 per team).
Rolling Hills Zoo
Thursday, July 26 at 10:30 a.m.
This "What’s In My Backyard? Zoo to You" presentation is jam-packed with fun! The interactive lessons will include hands-on activities with bio-facts and an introduction to three live animals.
Teen Manga & Anime Club
Thursday, July 20 at 3:30 p.m.
New and seasoned Japanese visual culture fans are invited to join our club! For the summer, we’ll be meeting once to enjoy popcorn and the anime movie Your Name.
Teen Café
Friday, July 21 at 3:30 p.m.
Stop by the Teen Spot for a cup of joe and to make buttons. Make your own pieces of flair to show off on your clothing or bag (limit 2 per teen).
How a Guitar Works
Monday, July 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us and special guest, Robert Kaplafka as he teaches us about how guitars make those wonderful sounds. From the earliest guitars to today's screaming electric monsters, this illustrated lecture explains in simple terms how these works of art, create art. The program will also cover the creation of one of the world's strangest custom guitars. If you’re a music buff, a guitar aficionado, or maybe just a fan of learning the inner workings of the things around you this is sure to be a presentation you won't want to miss. This presentation will be made live at the Great Bend Public Library via Zoom for those wishing to attend but unable to make it to the library for any reason the Zoom link will be available upon request.
Harry Potter House Party
Friday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m. (4th grade to Adult)
Which Hogwarts house do you belong to? Experience a magical night of fun, where you will get sorted into your house, participate in a game of live-action Clue, test your knowledge with some Hogwarts trivia, make crafts, and decorate your own cupcake. There will be plenty of friendly competition at our big house party!
***Reserve your spot at greatbendpl.info by July 14