Winfield Public Library Celebrates Patio Grand Opening with Community Event

The Winfield Public Library is excited to announce the Grand Opening of its newly refreshed Patio on Friday, April 24 at 5:30 p.m. Community members of all ages are invited to join the celebration and explore this welcoming outdoor space designed for reading, gathering, and enjoying library programs in the fresh air.

The Patio was designed by Agora Architecture with construction completed by Commerce Construction. Making the Patio a truly useful and inviting outdoor area for the community was a key request heard during the library strategic planning listening sessions. This project represents the library commitment to listening to community voices and turning that feedback into meaningful improvements.

The Patio project was made possible through generous grant funding and community support. This includes two significant grants from the T Mobile Hometown Grants Program and the South-Central Kansas Library System, along with generous contributions from the following donors:

T-Mobile Hometown Grant Recipient
South Central Kansas Library System
Friends of WPL
Galaxy Technologies
GE Aerospace
IdeaTek
RISE Cowley
Greg & Julia Thompson
The Chris Tyler Family
VJ Wilkins Foundation
City of Winfield

Mary & Gary Brewer
CDS Machine and Powder Coating
In memory of Shirley Marsh Everhart
Todd DeMint & Madeline Norland
RCB Bank
Ed & Kris Trimmer
Union State Bank
Beth & Steve Wilke
…and many more individual donors in our community

The event will begin with a brief presentation introducing the Patio project and recognizing the work and support that made it possible. Guests can enjoy refreshments while they mingle, explore the space, and connect with library staff and neighbors.

Following the presentation, attendees will be treated to live blues music performed by Clayton Crawford, the Winfield Whirlwind, a favorite regional musician known for his energetic style and deep local roots.

The Winfield Public Library is thrilled to offer this new space as an extension of its mission to bring people together, foster creativity, and support lifelong learning. The entire community is welcome to celebrate this milestone with an evening of music, refreshments, and connection.

For more information, please contact the Winfield Public Library at your preferred contact information.