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Live Music with Nick May and Alex Li

Thursday, January 22, 2026 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Join Kansas City–based duo Nick May (saxophone) and Alex Siu Lun Li (piano) as they perform both jazz- and classically inspired works from their re...

American Music History in the Movies

Saturday, January 24, 2026 2:00pm

Westport Branch

In Person

Join us every 4th Saturday of the month at the Westport branch to appreciate and learn about the History of American Music through a mus...

Anime Night

Thursday, January 29, 2026 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Bring your creativity and your favorite fandoms to life! Whether you love anime, games, books, movies, or anything in between, come make something...

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Harmony Project KC Instrument Exploration

Friday, January 30, 2026 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

See musical instruments up close and discover how Harmony Project KC provides music education for kids. Recommended for ag...

PopCon

Saturday, February 14, 2026 1:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Where your love of fandoms doesn’t need to be shelved! Join us for an all-ages celebration of everything you love—stories, characters, ga...

Community Conversation: 'Porgy and Bess' in Context

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Songs like “Summertime” have helped audiences connect with Porgy and Bess for over 90 years. But the opera has also sparked debate. Join us for a conv...

The Past, Present, and Future of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO: A Conversation with former U.S. Ambassador David Killion

Thursday, February 19, 2026 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

Online

In Person

Former ambassador to the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) David Killion talks to UMKC’s...

Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove

Friday, February 20, 2026 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Join Kansas City-based kid rocker Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove for a high-energy music show all about love, family, and, of cour...

American Music History in the Movies

Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:00pm

Westport Branch

In Person

Join us every 4th Saturday of the month at the Westport branch to appreciate and learn about the History of American Music through a mus...

What Are Perzines?

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:30pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Everyone has a story to tell — make your voice heard! Tell Your Own Story is an interactive writing workshop celebrating perzines: handmade magazin...

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