Celebrate Women's History Month at the Library
In March, the Library honors the achievements of past trailblazers and celebrates the stories of today's changemakers. Explore recommended book lists, guest speakers, and more.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Last July, the Library invited the Kansas City metro to dream big and help shape a Comprehensive Facilities Plan (CFP) for the Library’s next 10 years.
Friday, March 13, 2026
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program is offered at a few locations, including the Waldo and Westport Branches.
Monday, March 9, 2026
Alison Rollins, winner of the fifth annual Maya Angelou Book Award, kicks off her Missouri tour on March 11 with a poetry reading and discussion.
Maxine Stone & Russ Davenport
Mushroom Hunting 101
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
6:00pm
Mushroom experts Maxine Stone and Russ Davenport discuss where, when, and how to search for edible mushrooms and how to identify poisonous varieties.
Award recognizes contemporary authors whose work demonstrates a commitment to social justice.
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