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Books & Authors
Signature Event
Thursday, August 28, 2025
6:00pm
In Person
In the early 1900s, many Americans believed that intelligent life had been discovered on Mars. Science writer David Baron discusses his new book, and...
Signature Event
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
6:00pm
Online
In Person
University of Kansas Professor Misty L. Heggeness discusses her forthcoming book – Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy – and e...
Signature Event
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
6:00pm
Online
In Person
Pulitzer Prize finalist Shoshana Walter joins investigative journalist Christopher Leonard for a discussion of her new book about the country’s failed...
Signature Event
Thursday, August 14, 2025
6:00pm
Online
In Person
Journalist and professor Caleb Gayle’s new book tells the story of Edward McCabe, who worked in the late 1800s to create a state within the Union gove...
Signature Event
Sunday, August 10, 2025
2:00pm
In Person
The Kaw River is an iconic feature of Kansas City's natural landscape. In his new book, botanist Jim Locklear discusses the geology, landforms, woodla...
Signature Event
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
6:00pm
Online
In Person
Author Kristie C. Wolferman and professional photographer and club member Marianne Kilroy discuss their new book and how Kansas City’s Westport Garden...
Signature Event
Sunday, July 27, 2025
2:00pm
In Person
Author and social scientist Sieglinde Othmer discusses her new book and how she used each letter of the alphabet to suggest a short path to a happier...
Signature Event
Thursday, July 24, 2025
6:00pm
Online
In Person
Tourism in Kansas City has reached new heights, providing an opportunity for residents to interact with visitors with openness and curiosity. Bestsell...
Activity
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
6:00pm
In Person
Award-winning author Derrick Barnes celebrates the publication of his new picture book,...
Signature Event
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
6:00pm
In Person
Agriculture significantly impacts climate change – more than transportation or industry and almost as much as electricity. Author and journalist Micha...