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GED Graduation

Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Café Area - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Developing Skills, Job & Career, Special Events, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of graduates completing their GED.  This graduation is made possible by KCKPL and Made Men.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Café Area - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Job & Career, Special Events, Speakers
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of graduates completing their GED.  This graduation is made possible by KCKPL and Made Men.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Picture of Susan and William Goldenberg

The Goldenberg Duo

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Café Area - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Music, Special Events, Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Goldenberg Duo will return to the Kansas City, Kansas Main Library for a program of music to celebrate "National Love People Day." William (piano) and Susan (violin) are a brot...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Café Area - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Cultural, Music, Special Events, Performances
Event Details:

The Goldenberg Duo will return to the Kansas City, Kansas Main Library for a program of music to celebrate "National Love People Day." William (piano) and Susan (violin) are a brother and sister duo who have performed all over the world.

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Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Hillbilly Elegy: A Discussion

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Book Clubs, Cultural, Speakers, Developing Skills, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance.

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Book Clubs, Cultural, Speakers, Developing Skills, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Apples on a Tree

Cider Hill Family Orchard Storytime

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite
Program Type:
Developing Skills, Science & Nature, Storytime, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Cider Hill Family Orchard and West Wyandotte Library are partnering to celebrate our Apple Fest Week! Join West Wyandotte Associates for a storytime at Cider Hill Family Orchard.Re...

Seats Available
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Developing Skills, Science & Nature, Storytime, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Cider Hill Family Orchard and West Wyandotte Library are partnering to celebrate our Apple Fest Week! Join West Wyandotte Associates for a storytime at Cider Hill Family Orchard.

Registration Preferred, but not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Monster Mash

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Gymnasium - Turner Community Library at Turner Community Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Performances, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Are you tired of the same old boring parties? Well, look no further because the Monster Mash is where it's at! Picture this: a spooky haunted gymnasium filled with ghouls and gobli...

Library Branch: Turner Community Library
Room: Gymnasium - Turner Community Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Holiday, Performances, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Event Details:

Are you tired of the same old boring parties? Well, look no further because the Monster Mash is where it's at! Picture this: a spooky haunted gymnasium filled with ghouls and goblins ready to dance the night away.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Slime Time! Mad Science Homeschool Tuesday @ West

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Program Type:
Developing Skills, School & Homeschool, Special Events, Speakers
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Slime Time Class Students will learn about slime and its basic ingredients in a series of hands-on activities. Use polymer paper clips and cross-linking magnetic marbles to exam...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Developing Skills, School & Homeschool, Special Events, Speakers
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Slime Time Class

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

glowing neon ghosts and pumpkins

Glow Party

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room A/B - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Events, Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Spooky Season with glowing fun at the South Branch Library! We'll have glow art and games inside and glow in the dark bubbles outside. Kids are welcome to wear their Hall...

Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A/B - South Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Holiday, Special Events, Parties & Celebrations
Event Details:

Celebrate Spooky Season with glowing fun at the South Branch Library! We'll have glow art and games inside and glow in the dark bubbles outside. Kids are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes to join in the fun. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Senatorial Meet-and-Greet

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

As the November elections approach, join us for an informal senatorial meet-and-greet featuring candidates from all four districts of Wyandotte County who will be on the ballot thi...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events, Speakers
Event Details:

As the November elections approach, join us for an informal senatorial meet-and-greet featuring candidates from all four districts of Wyandotte County who will be on the ballot this November.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Cat Adoption Event

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a sweet kitten to add to your life? Look no further! We have an assortment of adorable kittens that are free to a good home! Seasoned cat owners and first time cat pare...

Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Looking for a sweet kitten to add to your life? Look no further! We have an assortment of adorable kittens that are free to a good home! Seasoned cat owners and first time cat parents are sure to find the purrfect pet!

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Kansas City Symphony Mobile Music Box Performance

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Branch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment & Culture, Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Music Box returns to the South Branch of the KC Public Library for a performance on Thursday, October 17th @ 6pm!The concert will take place outdoors on the grassy area ...

Library Branch: South Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Music, Special Events
Event Details:

The Mobile Music Box returns to the South Branch of the KC Public Library for a performance on Thursday, October 17th @ 6pm!

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Goosebumps Night Flyer

It's a Goosebumps Party!

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Craft Room - Main Library at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Games & Video Games, Holiday, Movies, Special Events, Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Partygoers beware, you’re in for a scare! Join us for a hair-raising evening full of games, snacks, and photo opportunities all inspired by R. L Stine's beloved book franchise...

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Craft Room - Main Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Games & Video Games, Holiday, Movies, Special Events, Parties & Celebrations
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Partygoers beware, you’re in for a scare! 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Turner Homeschool: Mask Making & More

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Bear's Den - Turner Community Library at Turner Community Library
Program Type:
School & Homeschool, Crafts & Hobbies, Speakers, Developing Skills, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Led by teaching artist Brad Shaw, students will create their own unique mask using paper mache and paints. Brad will work with the students to create characters with their masks an...

Seats Available
Required
Library Branch: Turner Community Library
Room: Bear's Den - Turner Community Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: School & Homeschool, Crafts & Hobbies, Speakers, Developing Skills, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Led by teaching artist Brad Shaw, students will create their own unique mask using paper mache and paints. Brad will work with the students to create characters with their masks and put them together in a mini-play!

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Flyer for campfire tales program featuring photo of Priscilla Howe with a puppet as well as an image of a ghost rising from a campfire.

Campfire Tales For the Spooky Season with Priscilla Howe

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Entertainment & Culture, Performances, Developing Skills, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join storyteller Priscilla Howe around the campfire for her favorite funny-scary stories, songs and ridiculous puppets, perfect for all ages.This program will take place outdoors, ...

Library Branch: South Branch Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Storytime, Entertainment & Culture, Performances, Developing Skills, Special Events
Event Details:

Join storyteller Priscilla Howe around the campfire for her favorite funny-scary stories, songs and ridiculous puppets, perfect for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Photo of the stage for the puppet show featuring a skull and papel picado decorations.

Calacas Revue with Stone Lion Puppet Theatre

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment & Culture, Special Events, Performances, Spanish, Additional Program Format
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

The Mexican tradition of El Dia de los Muertos, The Day of the Dead, is celebrated in this cabaret marionette puppet show with dancing skeletons, marigolds and flames usi...

Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Special Events, Performances, Spanish, Additional Program Format
Event Details:

The Mexican tradition of El Dia de los Muertos, The Day of the Dead, is celebrated in this cabaret marionette puppet show with dancing skeletons, marigolds and flames using traditional and contemporary music. 

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

Sauer castle

Updates on Sauer Castle

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room A/B - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Program Type:
Developing Skills, History & Genealogy, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to hear about the current renovations and future plans for Sauer Castle.

Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A/B - South Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, History & Genealogy, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us to hear about the current renovations and future plans for Sauer Castle.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Living in the Creative Flow: A Process Painting Experience With Artist & Author Jenny Hahn

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:30pm
Bear's Den - Turner Community Library at Turner Community Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Forums, Speakers, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You are a creative being worthy of expression! Learn to reconnect with your inner self and your creativity using painting as a tool for self-discovery in an environment free from j...

Required
Library Branch: Turner Community Library
Room: Bear's Den - Turner Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Forums, Speakers, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

You are a creative being worthy of expression! Learn to reconnect with your inner self and your creativity using painting as a tool for self-discovery in an environment free from judgment.

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Santa Visit

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium Plus Conference Room A/B - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Parties & Celebrations
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium Plus Conference Room A/B - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events, Parties & Celebrations
Event Details:

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Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.

 

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Creative Release and Renewal For 2025

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Bear's Den - Turner Community Library at Turner Community Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Speakers, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Creative Release and Renewal For 2025Something happens when we decide to create just for the sake of creating (process art). Because there is no pressure to make something pretty, ...

Required
Library Branch: Turner Community Library
Room: Bear's Den - Turner Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Speakers, Entertainment & Culture, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Creative Release and Renewal For 2025

Disclaimer(s)

Library programs, events, and classes are photographed or videotaped for promotional purposes or to document library activities.  Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed. 

Los programas de la biblioteca, eventos y clases son fotografiados o filmados con fines promocionales o para documentar las actividades de la biblioteca. Notificar al personal de la biblioteca si prefiere no ser fotografiado.