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Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outside

Saturday, May 25, 2024 2:00pm

Central Library

In Person

U.S. Senator, Kansas City native Tim Kaine, discusses his new memoir, 'Walk, Ride, Paddle: A Life Outside' with writer Candice Millard. The two talk a...

My Black Country: A Journey Through Country Music’s Black Past, Present, and Future

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 6:00pm

Central Library

Online

In Person

As Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' album makes headlines for the superstar’s fresh take on the country music genre, bestselling novelist, award-winning song...

Guided Tour of the Central Library

Saturday, June 1, 2024 11:00am

Central Library

In Person

The Central Library is located in the repurposed 1906 First National Bank. This tour combines a little banking history, architectural design, Kansa...

Public Speaking 101

Monday, June 3, 2024 1:00pm

Central Library

In Person

Dr. Steven P. Melling, Associate Teaching Professor, Director of Oral Communication Program, Communication and Journalism for the University of Mis...

Beautiful States of Mind: A Father and Daughters’ Pilgrimage to All 50 States

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

Online

In Person

Kansas City writer Chelan David discusses his new book, Beautiful States of Mind: A Father and Daughters’ Pilgrimage to All 50 States. He talks about...

Teen Book Swap

Thursday, June 6, 2024 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Tired of your old books and looking to find some new ones? Bring a stack of books, audiobooks, and other media to swap! Grab a snack, chat, and tra...

Battle for the River Quay: Mob Wars and Urban Renewal

Sunday, June 9, 2024 2:00pm

Central Library

In Person

Local attorney Gary Jenkins, a filmmaker, author and former Kansas City police detective, investigated mafia bombings and murders in the 1970s in the...

Let's Talk: Senior Conversations

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 11:00am

Central Library

In Person

Join us in the 3North space at the Central Branch every 2nd Tuesday for Let's Talk: Senior Conversations. We will be discussing current...

An Evening with Ari Shapiro

Thursday, June 13, 2024 7:00pm

Central Library

Online

In Person

In a special presentation as part of the Library’s yearlong sesquicentennial celebration, NPR’s Ari Shapiro – host of the award-winning news magazine...

Guided Tour of the Central Library

Saturday, June 15, 2024 11:00am

Central Library

In Person

The Central Library is located in the repurposed 1906 First National Bank. This tour combines a little banking history, architectural design, Kansa...

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