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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poster display stands featuring info about Sumner High School history

The History of Sumner High School Exhibit

All Day 12/9 - 12/23
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.

A person wearing belly dancing regalia and moving their hips.

Belly Dancing with Kimberly

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Classroom at Mr. & Mrs. F. L. Schlagle Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Egyptian style belly dance class - learn smooth, fluid hip movements and body rolls, along with rhythmic accents and shimmies.

Registration Closed
Registration Required
family tree

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

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.

vintage photographs and papers spread out on a table

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

family tree

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

Image says Martin Luther King Jr Day

Mini-Breakout: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

We need your help to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Can you solve the puzzles in order to unlock Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech? Ages 9 to 19 are welcomed to their hand at this mini-breakout.

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Mini-Breakout: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

We need your help to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Can you solve the puzzles in order to unlock Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech? Ages 9 to 19 are welcomed to their hand at this mini-breakout.

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Mini-Breakout: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

We need your help to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Can you solve the puzzles in order to unlock Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech? Ages 9 to 19 are welcomed to their hand at this mini-breakout.

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

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.

family tree

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

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Kansas Trivia

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Come show what you know or learn more about the state you live in with an exciting game of trivia! Youth ages 9 to 19 and their families are welcomed to join in on celebrating the state of Kansas 165th birthday.

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Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

family tree

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kansas Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for help researching your family history? Stop by the Kansas Room Tuesdays from 10:00 to noon to learn about the library's genealogy databases and resources. No appointment needed.

Image of the Declaration of Independence showing the words "We the People"

Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy Exhibit

All Day 2/7 - 2/15
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.

Image of the Declaration of Independence showing the words "We the People"

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.

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¡Preserva Tu Historia! Personal archives and the Latina/o Collections at KU’s Spencer Research Library | ¡Preserva Tu Historia! Archivos personales y las Colecciones Latinas en la Spencer Research Library de KU

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

Acompaña a Rebekah Ramos de la Spencer Research Library de KU para aprender sobre los archivos personales y cómo puedes preservar la historia de tu familia.

Seats Available
Registration Required