All Library locations will be closed Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday.
The Library is a great place to try a new activity, hobby or genre in the New Year.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
The Library's website now hosts The Kansas City Star's photo archives.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
July 4, 2026, will mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Library is gearing up for the occasion.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
The new New Year Central Youth Services Zine for kids is newly available!
Edward J. Larson
'Declaring Independence: Why 1...
Thursday, January 15, 2026
6:00pm
In his new book, Edward J. Larson explains what happened in 1776 that caused people in the American colonies to change their views on British rule. He describes how ...
Collections of community providers that offer resources and assistance to people in need organized into printable handouts.
Where your love of fandoms doesn’t need to be shelved.
Award recognizes contemporary authors whose work demonstrates a commitment to social justice.