All Library locations will be closing early Wednesday, November 26 at 5 p.m. and will reopen Saturday, November 29.
Close the book on 2025 with some page-turning picks from Kansas City metro area librarians, in conversation with Kaite Stover, the Library’s director of Readers’ Services. Whether you’re looking for a cozy mystery to read by the fire or a last-minute gift, these recommendations will help.
Panelists include:
- Crystal Faris, Director of Youth and Family Engagement, Kansas City Public Library
- Naphtali Faris, Jannes Library at the Kansas City Art Institute
- Polli Kenn, Lawrence Public Library
- Lex Lower, Freelance Creative Educator / Game-Based Learning Specialist
- Angela Strathman, Mid-Continent Public Library
- Gregg Winsor, Johnson County Library
They’ll discuss some of their favorite books, offering a diverse list of titles for readers of all ages and genres, available for purchase from your preferred local bookstore or to be checked out from the Library.
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