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Kansas City Veterans Write: Readers' Theater

Saturday, November 1, 2025 2:00pm

Plaza Branch

In Person

Participants in the September 2025 Veterans Write Workshop read their original works on the theme "The Importance of Holding Space." This event, moder...

Meal Planning 101

Monday, November 3, 2025 1:00pm

Central Library

In Person

Making great food at home doesn’t have to be complicated. Join Shanita McAfee-Bryant, Executive Director and Founder of The Prospect KC, for a clas...

person typing on laptop next to coffee mug and notebook with pen

Author Spotlight: Write Like Mary Oliver

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 1:00pm

Central Library

In Person

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Well known for evocative imagery celebrating nature and reflections abou...

Social Spanish Club

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 5:30pm

Irene H. Ruiz Branch

In Person

Would you like to learn and practice Spanish? Join us at the Ruiz Branch each Tuesday evening from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for casual lessons and open conve...

Coffee & Connect

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 10:00am

Lucile H. Bluford Branch

In Person

Join us for coffee, tea, and light conversation. You never know who might stop by!...

Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 3:00pm

Sugar Creek Branch

In Person

We meet every Wednesday from 3-4pm. Come join us for conversation, and a game if everyone wants to play. Just an hour to get out of the weather and...

Bridging the Divide: Talking, Listening, and Finding Common Ground

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 6:00pm

Central Library

Online

In Person

Jay Sexton, director of the Kinder Institute, talks to students about their efforts to foster civil discourse on college campuses by leading with vuln...