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Perfume Bottle Collection

All Day 1/20 - 1/31
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.

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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.

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Take Home Kit- Upcycled Book Hearts

01/20/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
Take Home at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Grab a kit to create your own upcycled book paper heart!

A graphic showing Turner Take-Home Crafts: Stitch Sweater Moose, Paint a Woodland Animal, Forest Puppet, and Tree Trunk Sticker Scene.

Forest Creature Crafts

01/28/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/31/2026 @ 2:00pm
Take Home at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Children

A moose! A bear! A fox! Oh, deer! Get lost in the pines with these wild animal crafts.

Stitch Sweater Moose

Paint a Woodland Animal 

Forest Puppet

Tree Trunk Sticker Scene.

Librarian standing reading a book to a room filled with children and their parents around a large green carpet with lots of plants and couple of turtles behind the librarian

Nature Story Time

Wednesday, January 28, 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!

Baby reading a book

Baby Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 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

A graphic featuring an owl reading a book next to a cup of coffee.

Storytime & Sips

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
The Windmill KC at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Children

Little ones enjoy three enchanting stories while grown-ups sip on something warm and wonderful! It’s the perfect blend of joy and java, because storytime isn’t just for kids! Only one small drink will be given to one kid & adult per family.

Woman reading to children

Wednesday Wiggles - Storytime and Sensory Activities

Wednesday, January 28, 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!

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Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, January 28, 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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Ask a Librarian

Wednesday, January 28, 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! 

 

Hola!

Charlemos. Práctica de conversación en español.

Wednesday, January 28, 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
teenagers sitting on a wall with feet hanging down

Teen Hangout

Wednesday, January 28, 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. 

Group of individuals raising their hands to take the citizenship oath

Citizenship Classes

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

A FREE Citizenship Preparation Program at the South Branch Library.

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.

Clase de Inglés para Principiantes

Wednesday, January 28, 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
Inglés Básico Informal

English Class - Inglés Básico Informal

Wednesday, January 28, 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.

Meditation

Mindful Meditation

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Conference Room A 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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Preschool Playtime

Thursday, January 29, 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!

Wood Cutter

Woodcutter Doll

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make a woodcutter doll, perfect to display on your shelf during the long winter months.

 

Seats Available
Registration Required