Intermittent downtimes

Due to OCLC doing system maintenance, there is a chance that access to databases could be affected over the weekend. 

Winter Holiday Schedule

All Library locations will be closed on the following days for the Winter Holiday:
Wednesday, December 24
Thursday, December 25
Friday, December 26
Wednesday, December 31
Thursday, January 1

Mr. & Mrs. F.L. Schlagle, Turner* and Mobile Libraries will be closed on:
Wednesday December 24, 2025 through Wednesday January 1, 2026. 
*Turner Community Library will be open on Saturday December 27.

Main, West & South library locations will be open on December 29 and 30 but will close early at 5:00 pm.

All library locations will reopen for normal operating hours on Friday, January 2, 2026. 

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Ceramics and Mahogany

All Day 12/27 - 12/28
Art Gallery Display Cases at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Ceramic collection from private collector.  Mahogany collection from private collector.

Children reading books at the library for storytime

Family Storytime

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Families are invited to join us for fun, interactive storytimes every Saturday morning. This special storytime will include singing, dancing, and some great books! This storytime is geared towards guests over the age of 2 and their families.

Photo of a Nintendo Switch with the words: Switch Saturday! The fourth Saturday of the month at 2:00pm at Main Library. Ages 8-19.

Switch Saturday

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Main Library is pulling out the Nintendo Switch for an afternoon of gaming! Come and join us! For ages 8 to 19.

Board game pieces

Piece Out: Puzzles and Tea

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Life can be stressful, come unwind at the West Wyandotte Library's Piece Out: Puzzle and Tea program! Both tea and puzzles have been proven to reduce stress levels. There will be a variety of puzzles and tea to choose from.

Flyer for Silent Reads Sunday. Ages 6-18

Silent Reads Sunday

Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Youth ages 7 to 18 are encouraged to join us every fourth Sunday for some silent reading fun. Silent Reads Sunday is all about fostering a love of reading while supporting the development of core reading and comprehension skills.

Turner, Schlagle, and Mobile Closed

All Day
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

Turner Community Library and Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library are closed for the holiday. Mobile Library routes will also be closed. 

Closing
Yoga familiar

Yoga: Para el Bienestar

Monday, December 29, 2025 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.

Main, West, and South Closing at 5:00 pm

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library

Main Library, South Branch Library, and West Wyandotte Library are closing at 5:00 pm

Closing

Turner, Schlagle, and Mobile Closed

All Day
Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

Turner Community Library and Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library are closed for the holiday. Mobile Library routes will also be closed. 

Closing
Meditation

Mindful Meditation

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Group meditation can offer a deeper meditation experience due to the sense of community, fewer distractions, positive feedback, and guidance from a trained leader.

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Tai Chi with Tom

Tai Chi Tuesdays

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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

Cancelled
A woman's hands cutting fabric next to a sewing machine

Textile Tuesdays

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 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.

Main, West, and South Closing at 5:00 pm

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Main Library, South Branch Library, West Wyandotte Library

Main Library, South Branch Library, and West Wyandotte Library are closing at 5:00 pm

Closing

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Closing

Closed for Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Virtual, West Wyandotte Library, Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library, Offsite, South Branch Library, Turner Community Library, Mobile Libraries

All library locations are closed for the holiday. 

Closing
Pink perfume bottle with an old fashioned spray-squeeze pump

Perfume Bottle Collection

All Day 1/2 - 1/18
Art Gallery Display Cases at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Perfume bottles come in unique forms and elaborate shapes.  These lovely and interesting bottles are from the perfume collection of Sheryl Nance-Durst.

Exhibit graphic with artwork displayed on the walls and the word Exhibit

The History of Sumner High School Exhibit

All Day 1/2 - 1/18
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.

Spice Club

Spice Club: Uzbek Samsa Spice Mix

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/15/2026 @ 9:00pm
Take Home at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you’re a foodie or just interested in trying something new – Spice Club is for you! Pick up a new spice kit at the beginning of each month.

Table with colorful crafts laid supplies laid out.

Take Home Craft - Beaded Keychain

01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/18/2026 @ 5:00pm
Take Home at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grab a kit to create your own wintery beaded keychain! 

Yoga familiar

Yoga: Para el Bienestar

Friday, January 2, 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.

Puppets & Puppetry Workshop

Homeschool Friday: Puppets & Puppetry Workshop

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Grab a DIY puppet box and make your most creative sock puppet with other students!

Seats Available
Registration Required
Children reading books at the library for storytime

Family Storytime

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Families are invited to join us for fun, interactive storytimes every Saturday morning. This special storytime will include singing, dancing, and some great books! This storytime is geared towards guests over the age of 2 and their families.