Mobile Library Stop Canceled

The Mobile Library Stop at Harmony Heights on Thursday, June 12, is canceled due to construction work in the area.  We apologize for any inconvenience. 

Mobile Library Stop Paused

The Mobile Library stop at Blackbird Apts is paused until further notice.

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The Future of Central Avenue Bridge a Vision Study Exhibit from Kansas City Design Center

The Future Central Avenue Bridge

All Day 5/27 - 6/13
1st Floor Exhibit Area - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Visit a student exhibit showcasing their design-visioning for the future Central Avenue Bridge.  Students are K-State Architecture, Planning, and Design Students sponsored by the Unified Government of KCK.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Exhibit Area - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibits
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Visit a student exhibit showcasing their design-visioning for the future Central Avenue Bridge.  Students are K-State Architecture, Planning, and Design Students sponsored by the Unified Government of KCK.

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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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Flow of Nature by Mila

All Day 5/27 - 6/18
Art Gallery - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

I am a self taught artist that enjoys the process of creating art and drawing as I often get lost in the process. I work with acrylic flow paint to create abstract images and then I often embellish the paintings with drawings.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Art Gallery - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibits
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I am a self taught artist that enjoys the process of creating art and drawing as I often get lost in the process. I work with acrylic flow paint to create abstract images and then I often embellish the paintings with drawings.

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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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Adult Craft Portfolio

All Day 6/1 - 6/18
Art Gallery Display Cases - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

View our collection of craft projects from previous craft classes and take-home kits from the Main Library.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Art Gallery Display Cases - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibits
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View our collection of craft projects from previous craft classes and take-home kits from the Main Library.

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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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Adult Take-Home Craft @ Main: Colorful Tassel Earrings

06/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/14/2025 @ 5:00pm
Take Home - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 

 

Come grab a kit to make pretty, colorful tassel earrings using embroidery floss.

 

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Take Home - Main Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Additional Program Format, Take Home
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Come grab a kit to make pretty, colorful tassel earrings using embroidery floss.

 

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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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Adult Take Home Craft - Paper Picture Frame

06/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/14/2025 @ 9:00pm
Take Home - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come grab a kit to make your own paper picture frame! 

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Take Home - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Take Home
Event Details:

Come grab a kit to make your own paper picture frame! 

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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.

 

Spice Club

Spice Club: The Other St. Louis Rub

06/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/15/2025 @ 5:00pm
Take Home - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you’re a foodie or just interested in trying something new – Spice Club is for you! Pick up a new spice kit at the beginning of each month.

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Take Home - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Home & Garden, Additional Program Format, Take Home
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Whether you’re a foodie or just interested in trying something new – Spice Club is for you! Pick up a new spice kit at the beginning of each month.

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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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Color Our World: Giant Word Search

All Day 6/8 - 6/14
1st Floor Exhibit Area - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Summer reading isn't just for kids!  Sign up for the adult summer reading program and join us for a new relaxing activity each week.  This week we offer a giant color-themed word search.  Find a word or two!  

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Exhibit Area - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies
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Summer reading isn't just for kids!  Sign up for the adult summer reading program and join us for a new relaxing activity each week.  This week we offer a giant color-themed word search.  Find a word or two!  

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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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Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life.

Seats Available
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Hybrid, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life.

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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.

 

checklist for getting a job

Mock Job Interviews on Zoom

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are you ready to ace your next job interview?

Dust off your interview skills with a virtual mock job interview - no pressure, just helpful tips and advice to get you prepared and feeling confident! 

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Job & Career, Additional Program Format, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you ready to ace your next job interview?

Dust off your interview skills with a virtual mock job interview - no pressure, just helpful tips and advice to get you prepared and feeling confident! 

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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.

 

Hola!

Charlemos. Práctica de conversación en español.

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Hola. ¿Cómo están?

Join us to practice speaking Spanish by meeting virtually for conversation. For intermediate and advanced Spanish learners, 18 and up, to practice speaking Spanish by conversation with other learners.

Seats Available
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hola. ¿Cómo están?

Join us to practice speaking Spanish by meeting virtually for conversation. For intermediate and advanced Spanish learners, 18 and up, to practice speaking Spanish by conversation with other learners.

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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.

 

Tie Dye Party

Tie Dye Party

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Get ready to swirl, splatter, and soak up the color in the garden! Come tie-dye your very own bucket hat, scrunchie, headband, or drawstring bag. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and let the colors fly.

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Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to swirl, splatter, and soak up the color in the garden! Come tie-dye your very own bucket hat, scrunchie, headband, or drawstring bag. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and let the colors fly.

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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.

 

Know Your Rights Poster

Be Prepared, Know Your Rights! Presented by AIRR

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a Know Your Rights presentation where you'll learn helpful information about your rights, how to stay safe in different situations, and how to support your community.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Immigrant Services
Event Details:

Join us for a Know Your Rights presentation where you'll learn helpful information about your rights, how to stay safe in different situations, and how to support your community.

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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Citizenship Classes

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

The South Branch Library and Catholic Charities are working together to provide a FREE Citizenship Preparation Program at the South Branch Library.

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room B - South Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Immigrant Services
Event Details:

The South Branch Library and Catholic Charities are working together to provide a FREE Citizenship Preparation Program at the South Branch Library.

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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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Quilting Group

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

Need a great space to work on your quilting project? Join this community group of quilters who get together to work on their projects and help one another troubleshoot!

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Storytime Room - South Branch Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies
Event Details:

Need a great space to work on your quilting project? Join this community group of quilters who get together to work on their projects and help one another troubleshoot!

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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.

 

Poster for the film Hitchcock/Truffaut

Mad for the Movies: Documentaries - Hitchcock/Truffaut

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

For the month of June, we are showing documentaries.  Sometimes the truth can be just as entertaining or meaningful to us as fiction.  If you are interested in music, true crime, or filmmaking, then these are docs you should see.

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Movies
Event Details:

For the month of June, we are showing documentaries.  Sometimes the truth can be just as entertaining or meaningful to us as fiction.  If you are interested in music, true crime, or filmmaking, then these are docs you should see.

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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.

 

Night Swim (2024)

Wednesday Night Movies: Let's Take a Dip!

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Night Swim (2024) (PG-13) 1h. 29m. (Swank)

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Auditorium - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Movies
Event Details:

Night Swim (2024) (PG-13) 1h. 29m. (Swank)

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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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Nature Strolls

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Psst… Want to Discover a Hidden Gem? 🌿👣

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Library Branch: Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature, Recreation
Event Details:

Psst… Want to Discover a Hidden Gem? 🌿👣

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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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Burmese Community of Kansas Citizenship/Language Classes

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on Thursdays from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas.

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Immigrant Services
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas.

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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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Microsoft Word

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
1st Floor Computer Training Room - Main Library at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to learn how to use Microsoft Word.

This program will introduce you to the basics of this word processing program. You'll learn how to start a document, select text, copy and paste, and some basic formatting like fonts and lists.

Seats Available
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Computer Training Room - Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Developing Skills, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn how to use Microsoft Word.

This program will introduce you to the basics of this word processing program. You'll learn how to start a document, select text, copy and paste, and some basic formatting like fonts and lists.

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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.

 

The Summer of Keeping Secrets

"For Goodness Sake" Inspirational Fiction Book Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

“…a captivating story about a single summer that could completely break a family apart—or bring them back together.”

Join us as we read Jill Lynn’s novel, The Summer of Keeping Secrets.

Seats Available
Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Book Clubs, Additional Program Format, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

“…a captivating story about a single summer that could completely break a family apart—or bring them back together.”

Join us as we read Jill Lynn’s novel, The Summer of Keeping Secrets.

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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.

 

The AED symbol, a white heart with a green lightning bolt in it, and to the upper right a white cross.

CPR Class

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room B - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A CPR class including HSI Adult CPR/AED certification. 

Each event is limited to 12 participants and costs $10, and each patron can only register for one session per calendar year. 

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Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room B - South Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

A CPR class including HSI Adult CPR/AED certification. 

Each event is limited to 12 participants and costs $10, and each patron can only register for one session per calendar year. 

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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Burmese Community of Kansas Citizenship/Language Classes

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Auditorium - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Immigrant Services, Developing Skills
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas

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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.

 

student raising hand in class setting

Burmese Community of Kansas Citizenship/Language Classes

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas

 


 

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Library Branch: West Wyandotte Library
Room: Conference Room C - West Wyandotte Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Immigrant Services, Developing Skills
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 6:00-8:30 for Citizenship/Language classes offered by the Burmese Community of Kansas

 


 

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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.

 

Flyer for Paint Along program

Paint Along / Pinta Conmigo

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room A - South Branch Library at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Sign up to make a step-by-step, beginner-friendly painting! In this session, we will paint a honey jar with summer flowers. This program is for ages 12-Adult.

Seats Available
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Branch Library
Room: Conference Room A - South Branch Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Entertainment & Culture, Crafts & Hobbies, Multilingual, Spanish
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up to make a step-by-step, beginner-friendly painting! In this session, we will paint a honey jar with summer flowers. This program is for ages 12-Adult.

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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.