Arkansas City Public Library

05/29/2026

Pizza Party Kick-off is today at 4pm. Come hear about all our fun summer happenings! 🍕

05/26/2026

Summer Reading begins today! Be sure to check out all the fun events we have scheduled. ☀️📚

Reading logs and more information are available at the library and by visiting https://arkcity.scklslibrary.info/summer-reading-program/.

You can register online at https://forms.gle/9TuCh6R67YvAjFyR9.

05/16/2026

Summer Reading is back at the library! We have challenges and prizes for readers of all ages, plus an incredible lineup of events to help you explore.

For more information, visit: https://arkcity.scklslibrary.info/summer-reading-program/

05/15/2026

We had so much fun at today’s Family Play Date with REACH tiny-k Infant Toddler Services! We learned about self-regulation, did some yoga, and practiced deep breathing exercises with flowers and bubbles. Thank you to everyone who could join us!

Looking for resources to learn about self-regulation? The library is here to help! Check out some of these books:

- "Managing Emotional Mayhem: The Five Steps for Self-Regulation" by Dr. Becky A. Bailey (Located at ACPL)

- "Tiny Humans, Big Emotions: How to Navigate Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Defiance to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children" by Alyssa Blask Campbell and Lauren Elizabeth Stauble (CloudLibrary eBook)

- "Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Navigating Defiance, Meltdowns and Anxiety to Raise Confident, Connected Kids by Alyssa Blask Campbell and Lauren Elizabeth Stauble" (Located at ACPL)

- "The ABC's of Calm: Discover Mindfulness from A-Z" by Rose Rossner (Sunflower eLibrary)

- "Calm Kids: Help Children Relax with Mindful Activities" by Lorraine Murray (Sunflower eLibrary)

05/11/2026

We’re excited to welcome REACH tiny-k Infant Toddler Services' Sarah Lybarger to this week’s Family Play Date! Join us on Friday, May 15th, for stories, songs, and lots of fun for your toddler!

05/07/2026

We had a wonderful time hosting Veda Rogers yesterday, as she shared about "A Grand Day," a book that presents the diaries of a real-life western Kansas farm woman during the Dust Bowl, Great Depression, and World War II! Thank you to all who came.

05/06/2026

Today’s evening storytime is canceled. Sorry for the inconvenience. We hope to see you next week!

05/01/2026

You are invited to a special author event celebrating A Grand Day: The Forgotten Voice of a Farm Woman through Dust, Depression, and War.

What does it take to survive the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, and WWII on your own terms? Join us as we explore the published diaries of Louisa “Lulu” Schwanbeck, a Kansas farm woman whose strength and determination defined an era. Through debt, disaster, and loss, Lulu’s voice remains a powerful testament to the human spirit. Experience the story of a woman who faced every challenge with grit and ended her nights with a simple, defiant hope.

Copies of the book will be available for sale.

04/28/2026

We’d like to take a moment to thank Breanna for the incredible impact she’s made during her time with the Arkansas City and Winfield Public Library • Winfield, KS as our AmeriCorps member.

She’s been instrumental in developing our digital literacy efforts for the community and has also played an important role in strengthening the RISE Cowley Directory, ensuring local resources are more accessible for those who need them. She is so kind and patient and truly cares about people.

Breanna’s last day at the Arkansas City Public Library will be this Thursday. We’d love for anyone who has worked with her or gotten to know her to stop by throughout the day to wish her well in her next chapter! And if you can’t make it on Thursday, be sure to drop by Friday morning at WPL!

Thank you, Breanna. We’re so grateful for everything you’ve brought to this work, and we’re excited to see what’s ahead for you. ❤️

After almost two full terms here at the Winfield and Arkansas City Public Libraries, Breanna, our ACC AmeriCorps Member, is heading off to an exciting new role as a university librarian!

During her time here, she’s helped so many in our community get comfortable with new technology, from devices and apps to classes and everyday digital questions. She also has been instrumental in maintaining and improving the Rise Directory: https://risecowley.org/rise-resource-directory/.

We’d love for you to stop by for a come and go coffee & donuts THIS FRIDAY morning from 9:00 am - 11:00 am as we thank her and wish her the best in her next chapter.

And don’t worry - technology help and digital skills classes will continue at WPL, so we’ll still be here to support your tech needs.

Legacy Regional Community Foundation RISE Cowley Arkansas City Public Library Senior Planet

04/28/2026

We’re excited to be participating in Lost Arts Camp again this year! 🎨
To register your child, call the Burford at 620-442-5895. If you would like information about available scholarships, please contact ACPL and ask to speak with Katy at 620-442-1280.
We hope to see you there!

We are super excited to announce Lost Arts Camp 2026!!

Be sure to register your kids soon!! Space is limited!