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Summer Solstice Soirée

1,000 Hours Outside™
2025-06-20 11:00:00 2025-06-20 12:00:00 America/Chicago Summer Solstice Soirée It's officially summer! Join us in The Gardens at LaFortune Park for popsicles, nature-based crafts, music, bubbles and more. For all ages. Herman and Kate Kaiser Library

Friday, June 20
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-20 11:00:00 2025-06-20 12:00:00 America/Chicago Summer Solstice Soirée It's officially summer! Join us in The Gardens at LaFortune Park for popsicles, nature-based crafts, music, bubbles and more. For all ages. Herman and Kate Kaiser Library

It's officially summer! Join us in The Gardens at LaFortune Park for popsicles, nature-based crafts, music, bubbles and more. For all ages.

For more information on the nationwide 1,000 Hours Outside™ program, visit https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/. Trackers for 100 and 1,000 Hours will be available.

Herman and Kate Kaiser Library
Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Barbie Benson
Hours
Mon, May 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 25 Closed
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About the branch

Services

  • WiFi
  • Wireless printing
  • Checkout laptops for in-library use
  • Public Access Computers
  • Meeting Room(s)
  • Spanish-speaking staff / Personal bilingüe
  • Book Club
  • Bike Locks
  • Public Fax
  • Family Place
  • Business Center

Upcoming events

Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Thu, May 22, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Fri, May 23, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Sat, May 24, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Tue, May 27, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Wed, May 28, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Thu, May 29, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Fri, May 30, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt - May the Fourth Be With You!
Sat, May 31, All day
The Storm Troopers are on their way! Find all the Star Wars characters, so they can defend the library against The Empire.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader: Stay and Play
Thu, Jun 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
Fresh Floral Mandala With Artist Ellen Weatherholt
Thu, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Flower mandalas are found in many cultures throughout the world. Join artist Ellen Weatherholt to learn how to build your own fresh floral mandala. Registration is required.... more
Flower mandalas are found in many cultures throughout the world. Join artist Ellen Weatherholt to learn how to build your own fresh floral mandala. Registration is required. For ages 13-18.
Kaiser Kids Craft Club: Sharpie Tie-Dye
Fri, Jun 06, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room
Time to get crafty! No expertise required. Snacks and supplies are provided but are limited. For elementary and middle schoolers.
Get Animated! - Movie and Popcorn
Wed, Jun 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a family-friendly showing of an animated movie before you see the live-action remake. Cool off and enjoy some popcorn and lemonade while you watch. Movie is rated PG.
Board Game Party
Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy our growing selection of board games, including a few new additions that fit the theme of this year's Summer Reading Program, "Color Our World." Snacks and drinks are... more
Enjoy our growing selection of board games, including a few new additions that fit the theme of this year's Summer Reading Program, "Color Our World." Snacks and drinks are provided.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader: Stay and Play
Thu, Jun 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
For babies, toddlers and preschoolers, playing is learning. Join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills.
Melted-Crayon Jewelry
Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Shred old crayons, heap the shavings into jewelry settings and apply heat. Don't like what you made? Then scrape it out and try again! You can take home what you make. For... more
Shred old crayons, heap the shavings into jewelry settings and apply heat. Don't like what you made? Then scrape it out and try again! You can take home what you make. For teens and tweens.
Bubble Blizzard and Nitrogen Adventures! - with the Discovery Lab
Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Enjoy two fast-paced and fun demonstrations from our friends at the Discovery Lab. Afterward, take a STEM kit home to continue the fun.
Summer Solstice Soirée - 1,000 Hours Outside™
Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
It's officially summer! Join us in The Gardens at LaFortune Park for popsicles, nature-based crafts, music, bubbles and more. For all ages.
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