BY JESSALYN KIRCHHOFF
Mike Schneider will be making his way back to Hays for his presentation of ‘Pint Size Polka: Music & Magic Friendzy’ from 2-3:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the Schmidt Gallery at the Hays Public Library.
According to the Pint Sized Polkas website, this summer will be Mike’s busiest since 2019.
“Mike will be traveling as far west as Gallup, NM, and as far east as Falls Church, VA,” the site said. “He’ll be crisscrossing the country doing nearly 130 shows at libraries, community parks, and other special venues.”
Hays will be among one of those stops along the way.
Sara Doyle, a learning experience coordinator at the Hays Public Library, explains that this is the second time Pint-Size Polka has come to the HPL in Hays.
“Last year was the first year, and the kids enjoyed it so much, we brought it back,” she said.
Doyle continues with an overall description of the one-hour event.
“Mike Schneider, the performer for Pint-Size Polka, will bring kindness and friendship to the library with his “Music & Magic Friendzy” program, but it’s so much more than music,” Doyle said. “Trivia questions, jokes, a special edition of name-that-tune, and magic tricks will entertain kids and adults alike.”
As with many activities or events at the HPL, Doyle makes sure to mention that there is no cost of admission for participants.
“And best of all, it’s 100% free,” she said.
Doyle goes on to say that while the event is open to all age groups, it will most likely be enjoyed by younger children who might not have a background in polka music.
“Pint-Size Polka is the perfect introduction for kids that may not know what polka music is,” she said.
More information on Mike Schneider and his travels with Pint Size Polkas can be found on his official website, including a full schedule of events with a complete list of destinations this summer.
http://www.pintsizepolkas.com/
The rest of the week’s events are as follows:
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Storytime @ Children’s Activity Room
- 10:30 to 11 a.m. – STREAM Team: Geoboard Challenge @ Schmidt Gallery
- 1 to 2 p.m. – Readiness & Review, 3-5 @ Children’s Activity Room
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Summer Sensory Bottles @ Trish Davies Activity Room
- 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. – Afternoon Storytime @ Children’s Activity Room
- 5 to 6 p.m. – Murder Mystery Dinner @ Schmidt Gallery
- 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Trivia Night @ the Paisley Pear
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
- 9 to 10 a.m. – Itty Bitty @ Children’s Activity Room
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Bookmobile @ Centennial Towers
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Itty Bitty @ Children’s Activity Room
- 10:30 to 11 a.m. – STREAM Team: Shadow Drawing @ Schmidt Gallery
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Chess Club @ Children’s Activity Room
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Pint Sized Polka: Music & Magic Friendzy @ Schmidt Gallery
- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Crafter’s social Hour @ Schmidt Community Commons
Thursday, July 13, 2023
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Explorers: STREAM @ Children’s Activity Room
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Kansas Room Koffee Hour @ Kansas Room
- 11 to 12 p.m. – Cookbook Club @ Schmidt Gallery
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Cards and Crackers @ Children’s Activity Room
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Regression Session @ Trish Davies Activity Room
- 6 to 7 p.m. – String Art @ Schmidt Gallery
Friday, July 14, 2023
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Bookmobile @ Rainbow Stage near ARC Park
- 10 to 11 a.m. – Storytime @ Rainbow Stage near ARC Park
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Board Games: Life @ Trish Davies Activity Room
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Funky Friday: DIY Harmonicas @ Children’s Activity Room
Saturday, July 15, 2023
- 9 to 11 a.m. – Bookmobile @ Downtown Market
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. – World Language Club @ Schmidt Gallery
- 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Bookmobile @ Victoria City Park
For more information, visit https://hayslibrary.evanced.info/signup/Calendar for a short description of each event and to keep up to date on any changes throughout the week.