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The History of Sumner High School Exhibit

All Day 1/20 - 2/7
1st Floor Exhibit Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Sumner High School’s legacy stretches across more than 120 years. Established in 1905 as a school for African American students, it became a cornerstone of education, community, and achievement in Kansas City, Kansas.

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

Black History Month Challenge

All Day 2/1 - 2/15
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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Take Home Craft - Macrame Heart

02/01/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/15/2026 @ 5:00pm
Take Home at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grab a kit to create your own macrame heart! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Nature Story Time

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children

Nature Storytime at the Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library!

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Baby Storytime serves as your child’s first introduction to a storytime setting.  We focus on interaction between baby and their caregiver with songs, books, bonding activities and finger plays.  For children ages 0 to 2 with a careg

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Homeschool Adventures: StarLab Adventure

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get ready to blast off on an unforgettable homeschool adventure in our StarLab at Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library! Step inside our inflatable planetarium and explore the wonders of the night sky.

Waitlist Only
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group

Wednesday Wiggles - Storytime and Sensory Activities

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children

Join us for stories, songs and playtime featuring active play and sensory activities. Perfect for preschoolers, but babies and toddlers are welcome, too!

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

Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, February 4, 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
This event is in the "Children" group

Puppy Lamp

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Turner Community Garden at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Children

Shine a light in the night with your own Puppy Lamp. Customize a pal to protect you all night!

Please only sign up kids who will be participating; a limit of 2 per family applies.

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

Puppy Party Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Craft Room at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children

Come and adopt a puppy plushie! Then decorate the puppies carrier and collar and listen to stories about dogs!

Registration Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
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Ask a Librarian

Wednesday, February 4, 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! 

 

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Charlemos. Práctica de conversación en español.

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Hola. ¿Cómo están?

Join us to practice speaking Spanish by meeting virtually for conversation. For intermediate and advanced Spanish learners, 18 and up, to practice speaking Spanish by conversation with other learners.

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

Teen Hangout

Wednesday, February 4, 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 4, 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!

 

 

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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Tabling: First Call KC

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Art Gallery at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

First Call is a lifeline for Kansas City. Meet a representative today.

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

Valentine's Box Workshop

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Department at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get in the loving spirit by making your own Valentine’s Day box! These boxes are great for classroom parties, galentine’s day celebrations, or other events where you’ll need a box to collect valentines.

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group

DIY Valentines

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Craft Room at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children

Join us in the Craft Room to make your own DIY Valentines to hand out this Valentines Day! For children, ages 3-10.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Club en Español

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Únete a nosotros a nuestro primer Club de Lectura en español cada primer miércoles del mes. Será entonces cuando hablaremos sobre el tema del libro ya leído, al final de la junta podrán recoger el próximo libro con Patty.

Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Citizenship Classes

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

A FREE Citizenship Preparation Program at the South Branch Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Clase de Inglés para Principiantes

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st Floor Computer Training Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

La Biblioteca Main ofrece clases básicas para estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma (ELL) Las clases se llevan a cabo todos los miércoles de 6:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. Es necesario registrarse.

Registration Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mad for the Movies: Film Noir - The Killing

Wednesday, February 4, 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 "Adults" group

Wednesday Night Movies: America 250

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Come and join us for a Wednesday night movie. Doors open 10 minutes before showtime. Snacks and beverages with a lid are allowed.

Cold Mountain (2003) (R) 2h. 35m. (Swank)

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Class - Inglés Básico Informal

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

Free English Classes every Wednesday from 6:30-8:00 PM. Walk-in's welcome! No pre-registration required.

Clase básica de inglés para las personas que desean aprender y practicar el inglés.

This event is in the "Children" group

Cat & Dog Crafts

02/04/2026 @ 9:00pm to 02/07/2026 @ 2:00pm
Take Home at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Children

Whether you're a cat connoisseur or a dog devotee, Turner Community has the purr-fect crafts to unleash your creativity and fetch some fun! They will only cost you one of your nine lives or a game of fetch.

Puppy Planter (Limited)