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Crazy About Books Storytime

Thursday, June 6, 2024 2:00pm

Waldo Branch

In Person

Come listen to some stories about reading and books including How to Teach Your Slug to Read, Hooray for Books!, and We Are in a B...

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...

Kindergarten Storytime

Friday, June 7, 2024 10:30am

Plaza Branch

In Person

Storytime for kids getting ready to start kindergarten. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and more!...

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Friday, June 7, 2024 5:00pm

Offsite Location

In Person

Summer reading isn’t just for kids. Grab your friends and join us at Vine Street Brewing in...

Dinosaur Storytime

Saturday, June 8, 2024 10:00am

Trails West Branch

In Person

With Show Me Dinosaurs and Fossil Dig! Join us as we welcome Show Me Dinosaurs to the Trails West branch! Enjoy a special...

Read to a Dog

Saturday, June 8, 2024 10:00am

Waldo Branch

In Person

The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) literacy program uses therapy animals to improve children's reading and communication skills. Join...

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...