Free Classes At The Library
Walk On
Don't worry about the weather. Come walk a mile in the comfort of air conditioning. Participants will follow a walking routine that is modeled after the Leslie Sansone walking DVDs. This class is a gentle paced 2mile beginner walk program. Participants will increase their heart rate with low impact moves no matter what the weather is like outside.
ESL Conversation Group
In class you will learn basic English skills: grammar, listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading, and conversation. No fee or books required.
Contact Estelle at 816-560-0135 with questions.
Full Body Chair Fitness
No matter what your limitations, maybe you can still reap the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of exercise. This class is designed to give you a total body workout. Cardio, strength, and flexibility exercises are all performed from a seated position.
DIY: Build Your Online Presence--Website
DIY: WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
How do people find more information about your business or organization?
Join our 5-week peer learning group to build a great looking website using wix.com! Each week we will spend the first half of our meeting learning from an online course together and the second half working on our websites.
We will make sense of the subscription levels, use a template to design a homepage, create a site-map and more. By the end of this course, you will have at least a basic live website and know how to maintain it.
All are welcome but registration is requried--space is limited!
Navigating Medicare
What you need to know when considering your Medicare options Understanding when to enroll in Medicare benefits can be challenging. Make plans to attend this educational seminar so that you can learn more about Medicare and your options.
Questions? Contact our Health and Wellness Librarian Amanda Landayan at (816) 701-3672 or via email at amandalandayan@kclibrary.org
Tech Coach Drop In at Plaza
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Computer Questions?
Get help on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 6-8 p.m. at Plaza Branch.
We're here to help with whatever technology questions you have--from building a resume to building a website!
Drop-in, no appointment necessary.
We have computers or bring your own device.
Can't make it to the drop in sessions? Appointments and more information available.
Veterans Writing Workshop - Session 2: Poetry Writing
REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
vetswrite@kclibrary.org | 816.701.3757
or REGISTER NOW
The 2018 Veterans Writing Workshops are designed to help veterans, active military, and their family members develop the writing and narrative skills that can empower them to tell their stories, whether they be true-life accounts or wholly original tales. For many veterans, having a safe and creative outlet to share their thoughts and experiences or explore their original ideas can be rewarding and enriching.
SESSION 2: POETRY WRITING
Learn the basics of creating vivid and compelling poetry
REGISTER NOW
Registration deadline September 20
2018 WORKSHOPS:
September 15: Session 1 - Writing Through Injury
September 22: Session 2 - Poetry Writing
September 29: Session 3 - Prose Writing
October 6: Session 4 - How to Revise Your Work
October 13: Session 5 - Writers' Critique
With the exception of September 15th, all sessions run 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Plaza Branch, 4801 Main St. Light refreshments provided. The workshop is free and open to past or present military members and family members of veterans. Attendees must register for each session and are strongly encouraged to attend all five.
Presented by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. and the Missouri Humanities Council.
Sponsored by the Kansas City Veterans Writing Team: The Kansas City Public Library, The Missouri Arts Council, The Mid-Continent Public Library, The Moral Injury Association of America, and The Writers Place.
For questions or to register for the series, contact vetswrite@kclibrary.org | 816.701.3757
Job Readiness Fair
Looking for a job?
Organizations from around the city will give you tips, tools, and access that will increase your odds of success in your job search. Just drop in, no registration required.
Free parking, snacks and materials provided. Families welcome.
#JobReadyKC
Questions? Call the Kansas City Public Library Tech Access Helpline, 816.701.3606 or email techcoachservices@kclibrary.org
If you are interested in hosting a table on behalf of your organization at this event, please register here.
Walk On
Don't worry about the weather. Come walk a mile in the comfort of air conditioning. Participants will follow a walking routine that is modeled after the Leslie Sansone walking DVDs. This class is a gentle paced 2mile beginner walk program. Participants will increase their heart rate with low impact moves no matter what the weather is like outside.
ESL Conversation Group
In class you will learn basic English skills: grammar, listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading, and conversation. No fee or books required.
Contact Estelle at 816-560-0135 with questions.