Friends of the Derby Public Library

06/03/2026

Dear FRIEND, Please enjoy your attached June 2026 Newsletter.
There are various art displays, fun and exciting activities every month at your Library (as mentioned in the Newsletter).

Display Case ; Woven art & Jewelry by Lisa Galbrath Heyl
Gathering Space Gallery ; Photos by Derby Photo Club & Wichita Area Camera Club
High Blue Wall ; FACES (Art Cloth Embellishment Series) by Karen Funcheon
High Green Wall ; Teen Art

Bring Friends & Family and come mingle amongst the arts.

Thank you for membership dues.

Thank you for being a Friend of the Derby Public Library.
Thank You,
FDPL Board

05/22/2026

We hope you will stop in to support local artists, musicians and Derby Arts Council at the Derby Public Library

05/19/2026

🎉 This Thursday is MULTICULTURAL NIGHT at Derby's Third Thursday! 🎉

Get ready for an incredible evening of culture, community, and connection! Come on out to Madison Avenue Central Park to celebrate the beautiful diversity that makes our town so special.

🎨 Bonus stop for your evening: While you are out enjoying the festivities, be sure to step inside the library to walk the galleries and enjoy some truly great art!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and let’s have a fantastic night together with our amazing neighbors. You won’t want to miss it! 🌟✨

👉 When: This Thursday!

👉 Where: Madison Avenue Central Park & the Library

See you all there! 🥳👇

05/06/2026

Dear FRIEND,
Please enjoy your attached May 2026 Newsletter.
There are various art displays, fun and exciting activities every month at your Library (as mentioned in the Newsletter).
Volunteer Opportunity: Greet guests or help at refreshment tables during art Reception;
Friday, May 22 (1st shift 6:00pm-6:45pm) (2nd shift 6:45pm-7:30pm
Gathering Space Gallery ; Photos by Derby Photo Club & Wichita Area Camera Club
High Blue Wall ; FACES (Found Art Cloth Embellishment Series) by Karen Funcheon
Display Case ; Model Aircraft by Brigadier General Brad Link (Ret.)
Bring Friends & Family and come mingle amongst art-lovers for an enjoyable evening.
Thank You for making your Annual Meeting a success. And thank you for membership dues.

Thank you for being a Friend of the Derby Public Library.
FDPL Board

05/03/2026

We were thrilled to host Derrick Doty, Independent Researcher and Music Historian, at our Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 2nd. Not only was his storytelling of musicians from Kansas through the ages quite enjoyable, but we were also treated to a demonstration of various instruments and music from early 19th and 20th century Kansas.
Thank you, Humanities Kansas, for making this delightful experience possible!
Jean Weigandt Fisher Carol Walker Boyce Nancy Farley Julie Bright Susan Gessler Debbie Sand Landwehr

04/16/2026

May 2nd! Mark your calendars and come join us!
Humanities Kansas

04/07/2026

Dear FRIENDS, Please enjoy our April 2026 Newsletter.

There are various art displays, fun and exciting activities every month at your Library (as mentioned in the Newsletter).

Volunteer Opportunity: Greet guests or help at refreshment tables during art Reception; 3rd Thursday. April 16 5:30pm-7:00pm at the library - High Blue Wall OR Gathering Space Gallery - Art by Derby Elementary Students in Kindergarten thru 2nd Grade.
Are you available to bring a smile to these young artists by attending or volunteering to serve pizza to young artists and art lovers?

The Annual Meeting is 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, May 2 at your Derby Public Library.
Come enjoy listening to and meeting the guest speaker Derrick Doty about Kansas Music History.

Thank you for being a Friend of the Derby Public Library.

-FDPL Board

02/03/2026

🎀 New Month, New Look! 🎀

Stop by the Derby Public Library lobby this month to see a display that is sure to make you smile! We are so excited to feature a very special collection from Jenny Vinn, who is sharing a "piece of her heart" with us through her incredible Hello Kitty collection.
Hello Kitty has always been a symbol of friendship and love, and Jenny’s display captures that spirit perfectly. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just looking for a little extra brightness in your day, this collection is a must-see!
📍 Where: Library Lobby Display Case 🗓️ When: Available to view all month long during regular library hours.
Come enjoy the cuteness and feel the love! 🐾💖

Coming soon to the Gathering Space Gallery Display Case: A World of Pink and Kindness Comes to Derby Library

Get ready to smile! Starting the first week of February through March 10, the Derby Library display case will be home to a very special guest. Local collector Jenny Venn is sharing her vibrant and heartwarming Hello Kitty collection with our community, offering a nostalgic trip through the world of Sanrio’s most iconic character.

Whether you grew up with a Hello Kitty lunchbox or just love a pop of cheer, this display is designed to spark joy during the final stretch of winter.

Did You Know? Charming Facts About Hello Kitty:

To get you in the spirit for the upcoming display, here are a few "supercute" facts about the character who has been spreading friendship for over 50 years:

She’s an International Londoner: While created by the Japanese company Sanrio, Hello Kitty (real name: Kitty White) actually lives in the suburbs of London with her parents and her twin sister, Mimmy.

The "Apple" Standard: Forget inches and pounds! Hello Kitty’s official height is exactly five apples tall, and she weighs exactly three apples.

A Heart Without a Mouth: Have you ever noticed Hello Kitty doesn’t have a mouth? Her creators say it’s because she speaks from the heart. She isn’t tied to one emotion, so she can share whatever feeling you are experiencing—happiness, sadness, or anything in between.

The Philosophy of Friendship: Sanrio’s motto is "Small Gift, Big Smile." Hello Kitty was created specifically to encourage people to share small tokens of kindness with one another to build stronger friendships.

02/01/2026

Dear FRIENDS,
Please enjoy your attached February 2026 Newsletter.
There are various art displays and fun, exciting activities every month at your Derby Public Library (as mentioned in the Newsletter).
Volunteer Opportunity: Greet guests or help @ refreshment tables during art Reception; Friday, February 20 at 6pm-7:30pm.
High Blue Wall art by Diane Ridpath with music by Hand Pan Dan
Gathering Space Gallery art by Kansas Art Guild with music by Mike&Michelle
Hello Kitty display by Jenny Vinn
Come mingle amongst art-lovers for an enjoyable evening.
Thank you for being a Friend of the Derby Public Library.
Thank You,
FDPL Board

01/17/2026

Due to travel issues, our speaker can not make it this morning. We’re hoping to reschedule soon! We apologize for any inconvenience. 😔 Humanities Kansas