The Plaza branch will close early at 5 p.m. Monday, July 1, due to water line repairs.
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Tuesday, May 5, 2020
With thousands of Kansas City children confined to their homes, exercise and early literacy programs are at a premium. Librarian Alli Bernskoetter is...
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Monday, May 4, 2020
Swope Health will offer testing for the coronavirus (COVID-19) at the Library's Trails West Branch on Wednes...
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Thursday, April 30, 2020
If you’re a parent or caregiver who’s overwhelmed by the seemingly endless number of events and activities online for kids right now, don’t panic! You...
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Tuesday, April 28, 2020
The world is changing – in so many ways – amid a COVID-19 pandemic that has seen everything from schools to restaurants close as governors across the...
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Wednesday, April 22, 2020
This week, one reader asks: “Have there been any changes in criminal activity during the last few weeks? There sure seem to be a lot more police siren...
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Tuesday, April 14, 2020
The latest CYS Zine is out! This 16-page monthly mini magazine highlights what's new and notable in the children's department of the Central Librar...
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Monday, April 13, 2020
Need a break from 24/7 information on the pandemic? Many local institutions and organizations are adapting their content and programming (for free) du...
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Monday, April 13, 2020
As we adjust to this new “normal” — some of us working from home, or adjusting to work in essential businesses – things that used to be commonplace ar...
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Friday, April 3, 2020
There’s no shortage of coronavirus questions. “What’s Your KCQ?” is back to do its part with another round of answers.
The team at The Star and the K...
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Thursday, April 2, 2020
During the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, free meals for children are available at area pick-up sites during certain days and times. Check out the c...