Welcome to the Reading Party

We're inviting you to the Reading Party, the 2024 Kansas City Public Library's Summer Reading Program. Read (or listen to) any five books, log them online, and earn a reward.

Join us in celebrating the power of reading to build bonds, create connections, inspire, enrich, and empower.

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Lucile Bluford bust at the Bluford Branch

Remembering 'Miss Bluford' on Lucile Bluford Day

Friday, June 28, 2024

Lucile Bluford – the namesake of the Library's L.H. Bluford Branch – will be celebrated on July 1, designated as Lucile Bluford Day.

Library Names Abby Yellman New Executive Director – and It’s a Coming Home

Thursday, June 20, 2024

Abby Yellman will assume the position of executive director on August 5.

Library Observes Juneteenth, the Nation's 'Second Independence Day'

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

In observance of Juneteenth, all Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

Kimberly Harper

Men of No Reputation: Robert B...

Sunday, July 7, 2024 2:00pm

Central Library

Although little remembered today, Robert Boatright was one of the greatest con men of the early 20th century. Historian Kimberly Harper shares Boatright’s elaborate scams and what ...

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Teens

Comic Book Club

Lucile H. Bluford Branch |

June 30 |

1:00pm

Adults

Movie: 'To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie ...

Central Library |

June 30 |

2:00pm

Kids

Tween Time

Plaza Branch |

June 30 |

2:00pm

Kids

STEM Sundays

Plaza Branch |

June 30 |

2:00pm

Power of Words

How do you personally connect with mental health? Join us for conversations with community leaders as we highlight topics from words that inspire. Together we will harness collective wisdom to strengthen personal development and support positive rela...

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