Library Closing

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day, all Kansas City, Kansas Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026. 

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Teen Hangout

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us each week to hangout with video games and a craft activity. 

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Mad for the Movies: Film Noir - Detour

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In the 1940s and 50s, Hollywood produced a slew of cynical, hardboiled crime movies now called film noir.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Celebrate Black History Month: Kids Trivia

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Come have fun and celebrate Black History month with a round or two of trivia. This event is for ages 8-19. 

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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Yoga: Para el Bienestar

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Yoga para Principiantes!!! Listos para equilibrar tu estado físico ,a tu ritmo y con disciplina? entonces integrate a estas sesiones para lograrlo.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Celebrate Black History Month: Kids Trivia

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Come have fun and celebrate Black History month with a round or two of trivia. This event is for ages 8-19. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens

Get ready to battle it out at the library! 

Teens in grades 7–12 are invited to compete in a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament

Seats Available
Registration Required
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Repair Cafe

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Conference Room A/B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Our Repair Cafe gathers skilled volunteers to provide no-cost fixes for a variety of household items,
including:
• Bicycles
• Clothing
• Computers
• Lamps
• Small appliances, such as toasters, irons, mixers, etc.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Graphic Novel Club: Miles Morales Spider-Man: Shock Waves

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Swing on by the Turner Community Library for a Spidey-tastic Graphic Novel Club. In this lively group read-aloud, we’ll voice-act a graphic novel together, bringing energy to every scene and learning a jitsu along the way.

Seats Available
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Enjoy the Process - Art Workshop Valentine's Edition

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Process Art is a form of artistic expression that focuses more on the journey than the end result. This program is geared toward children 18 and under to "Enjoy the Process" of creating.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Board at the Library

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Want to try out some new board games? Have a game and want to teach it to others? Have a game and a group but nowhere to host your game day? West Wyandotte is the place to be for board games on Sunday! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Black History Month Challenge

All Day 2/17 - 2/28
1st Floor Exhibit Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Black History Month with our Black History Month Challenge.  How much do you know about famous African American History?  Take our challenge and win a gift.  All challenge questions can be answered from info panels inside

This event is in the "Teens" group
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Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy Exhibit

All Day 2/17 - 3/8
1st Floor Exhibit Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

When the Declaration of Independence was issued, the idea that “all men are created equal” was revolutionary. With this seminal document, the Founding Fathers unleashed an open-ended driving force that would shape modern history.

This event is in the "Teens" group

No-Sew Heart Pillow

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Take Home at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens

No-Sew Heart Pillows take-home craft available at West Wyandotte circulation desk.  For teens, aged 10+.

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Take Home Craft - Beaded Bracelet

02/17/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Take Home at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grab a kit to create your own glass beaded bracelet! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi Tuesdays

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Tai Chi provides a slow, gentle exercise routine suitable for all ages and skill levels.  It is especially useful for older adults as it focuses on building flexibility, muscle strength, and balance.  Tai Chi has been shown to improve ba

This event is in the "Teens" group
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Textile Tuesdays

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Knitting, embroidery, and quilting, oh my! No matter what form of textile art is your favorite, you are welcome to join us for textile time each Tuesday.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Homeschool Tuesday: African Dance Workshop

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Rodney and Vanessa Gibbs will teach students concepts and techniques of West African dance from Mali and Senegal. Students will learn dances that honor kings and queens, celebrate weddings, and begin harvests. 

Grades 3 - 8

Seats Available
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The ability to self-calm is a powerful tool for managing life’s stressors. Learn how to weave quiet times into your everyday life.

Seats Available
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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This event is in the "Teens" group
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Ask a Librarian

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Have a question? Need assistance? Our Community Support Librarian, Katy, will be offering open office hours every Wednesday from 1-3 PM at the West Wyandotte Library! 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Hangout

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us each week to hangout with video games and a craft activity. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Lego Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

With their imagination and creativity kids and teens can join in on the Lego fun! Ages 6-19. No registration needed!