Turner Community Library Update

On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the back entrance and parking lot at Turner Community Library will be closed for building maintenance. Please use the front entrance to the Turner Recreation Commission to access the Library. 

Event List

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Blue book with black lines; an orange pencil down the middle of the book. Literacy Leaders written in yellow lettering.

Camp Fire Heartland Club: Literacy Leaders

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens

Literacy Leaders Club is a middle school program designed to strengthen reading, writing, and critical thinking skills in a collaborative and engaging environment.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Group of individuals raising their hands to take the citizenship oath

Citizenship Classes

Wednesday, May 27, 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
wooden letters spread on a table that spell out ENGLISH CLASSES

Clase de Inglés para Principiantes

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Poster for the film Stormy Weather.  It displays the title in the middle with red font surrounded by pictures of the movie's stars Lena Horne, Bill Robinson, Cab Calloway, and Fats Waller.

Mad for the Movies: Iconic Dance Numbers - Stormy Weather

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Every Wednesday night at 6 pm, we invite you to join us at Mad for the Movies for free screenings of classic films with the intent of exploring and enjoying cinema from every era.

This event is in the "Adults" group
man sits next to a woman at a table while taking notes

English Class - Inglés Básico Informal

Wednesday, May 27, 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
toddlers enjoying building blocks, cars, ships and other plastic toys in classroom

Preschool Playtime

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children

Kids - join West Staff in the auditorium for games, giant Legos, marble runs and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group
student raising hand in class setting

Citizenship/ESL Classes

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Conference Room C at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

This class is designed to help prepare students for the USCIS Citizenship Test. We hold classes on Thursday mornings and Thursday evenings. Students can come to the class which suits their schedule best.

Class times: 

This event is in the "Children" group
Children seated on colorful mats stretching to touch their toes

Yoga for Littles

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Along with yoga's many benefits, it is a great way to strengthen children's gross motor skills. During this time, led by Miss Elizabeth, children will be guided through movement activities, age-appropriate yoga poses, and breathing exercises.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Book Page Wreath

Book Page Wreath

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Recycle old books to make a folksy wreath with a message chalk board!

 

Seats Available
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Gray, blue, and green shield with the words, "Robo Fusion Collective" in the middle.

Camp Fire Heartland Club: Robo Fusion Collective

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Craft Room at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens

Robo Fusion Collective is a dynamic middle school robotics club where innovation meets hands-on engineering. Students design, build, and program robots while developing skills in coding, problem-solving, and teamwork.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Diverse people at a book club

Spanish Class

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

Are you a beginner or early intermediate Spanish learner? Join us as we cover basic Spanish concepts and vocabulary through discussion and more.  

Class Dates:

January 8, 22

February 5, 19

March 5, 19

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
student raising hand in class setting

Citizenship/ESL Classes

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

This class is designed to help prepare students for the USCIS Citizenship Test. We hold classes on Thursday mornings and Thursday evenings. Students can come to the class which suits their schedule best.

Class times: 

This event is in the "Adults" group
Supplies for needlepoint including wooden embroidery hoop, thread in various colors, black scissors, white fabric, and an embroidery needle with green thread.

Fiber Folks Social Hour

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love crafting with fabric and thread? Join us to work on your favorite fiber crafts including crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
A pair of hands crocheting white lace

Paso a Paso Clase de Tejido / Step-by-Step Crochet

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Unete a nosotros y atiende una clase continua para aprender los esenciales del tejido cada Jueves al atardecer todo el mes de Mayo.

Seats Available
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Illustration showing cars at Drive In with dinosaurs. The screen says "Summer Reading Kickoff" and includes the Jurassic Park movie poster.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party @ Boulevard Drive-In

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 10:30pm
Community Location
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Celebrate the start of Summer Reading with a FREE showing of Jurassic Park! Join Kansas City, Kansas Public Library at Boulevard Drive-In to kick-off our Summer Reading Program on the evening of May 28th.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
A person looking through a book sale bin

Spring Book Sale

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Come out to the West Wyandotte Library and help us clear our storage shelves! Our booksale area is overrun with books, movies, and CDs and we need your help to make room for more materials.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Women practicing yoga at health club

Yoga: Para el Bienestar

Friday, May 29, 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 "Adults" group
Photograph of people doing chair yoga outdoors

Yoga for Healthy Aging

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Craft Room at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

Are you ready to awaken your mind and body?  Join us for Yoga for Healthy Aging~ Chair Yoga.  Part of the challenge of aging is trying to find a safe way to keep the body and mind active.

Seats Available
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Flyer for Maintain Your Ride with BIKEWALKKC

Maintain Your Ride | Mantén Tu Bici (with/con BikeWalkKC)

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Do you want to learn how to keep your bike in tip-top shape and do your own maintenance?

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
A person looking through a book sale bin

Spring Book Sale

All Day
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Come out to the West Wyandotte Library and help us clear our storage shelves! Our booksale area is overrun with books, movies, and CDs and we need your help to make room for more materials.

This event is in the "Children" group
a family with an adult male, adult female, and 2 children reading a story on a couch.

Family Storytime

Saturday, May 30, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Folkloric dancers dancing

Programa de Folklorico

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Taller de Danza Folklórica abrirá la oprotunidad  a los alumnos la posibilidad de expresarse y comunicarse a través del lenguaje de sus propios movimientos.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Is This Thing On? (2025)

Blockbuster Saturday: Is This Thing On? (2025)

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a Saturday matinee at the Main Library. Doors open 10 minutes before showtime. Seating is first come, first served. Snacks and beverages with a lid are allowed.

Is This Thing On? (2025) (R) 2h. 1m. (Swank)

This event is in the "Teens" group
A black book titled Wreck This Journal in the bottom left corner with colorful markers in the top right corner

Wreck this Journal!

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Department at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens

Come create a journal and then destroy it — purposefully! Based on the book by Keri Smith, Wreck This Journals are intentionally meant to be scribbled on, torn up, and wrecked any way you want.

Seats Available
Registration Required