Hundreds of thousands of people migrated to the West in search of gold.

The Gold Rush was so large-scale and impactful that many historians consider it to be one of the most significant events for us in the 1800s. Come learn about the history of prospecting gold and its evolution from members of the Pony Express Prospectors Association at 6:30 p.m. today. You can even see how prospecting works now through a gold panning demonstration.

Family “Olympic” style games this weekend

The DinoOlympics are coming to the library at 11 a.m. Saturday.

There will be events like dino dashes, puzzle scrambles and egg relays. Who will come out on top and win? Pop in out of the heat and enjoy a little fun before heading back out to Tonganoxie Days!

Registration is required to participate, so give the library a call at 913-845-3281 to sign up.

DIY dinosaur terrariums for kids program

We’re giving kids a chance to create an easy to make and maintain crafty terrarium complete with dinosaurs at 2 p.m. June 16.

This program is for all ages of youths, but registration is required to attend. Call 913-845-3281 to register.

— Kim Downing is assistant director/circulation coordinator at Tonganoxie Public Library. She can be reached at kimd@tonganoxielibrary.org or 913-845-3281.