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. 

Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Ongoing Events

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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.

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

Mock Job Interviews on Zoom

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are you ready to ace your next job interview?

Dust off your interview skills with a virtual mock job interview - no pressure, just helpful tips and advice to get you prepared and feeling confident! 

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

Share the Love Book Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Windmill KC at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Adults

Have a favorite author? Tired of not having any new book ideas? You're in luck. Join us, literary lovers, at Turner Community Library's book club & share the books that you adore.

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

Textile Tuesdays

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Citizenship Classes

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room C at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the West Wyandotte Library for a Citizenship Preparation Class in English and Spanish.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Otaku Anime Corps Anime Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you're a fan of shojo or shonen, magical girls or giant robots, we're here to provide your anime fix!  Check out our Facebook page at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/otakuanimecorps/

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

Mindfulness and Meditation

Wednesday, January 21, 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 "Adults" group

Common Grounds Book Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Common Grounds Book Club is a monthly reading club that meets to read and discuss books dealing with a wide variety of social issues.  We read both fiction and nonfiction.  Join us this month as we discuss Yellowface

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

Ask a Librarian

Wednesday, January 21, 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! 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Charlemos. Práctica de conversación en español.

Wednesday, January 21, 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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Relax & Unwind: Meditative Mandala

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Turner Community Garden at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Relax and unwind at Turner Community Garden as we make our Meditative Mandela. Mix colors to your heart's content to create your own one-of-a-kind painting that you can use as decor, a coaster, or something more. 

Ages 12 and up.

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

Citizenship Classes

Wednesday, January 21, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Clase de Inglés para Principiantes

Wednesday, January 21, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Wednesday Night Movies: Later Paul Newman Movies

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

The Color of Money (1986) (R) 1h. 58m. (Swank)

A pool hustler mentors a talented young player and his street-smart girlfriend, but his attempts to corrupt the young man make him reassess his own decisions in life.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Class - Inglés Básico Informal

Wednesday, January 21, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mindful Meditation

Thursday, January 22, 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.

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

Mejore Su Salud

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room B at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Simple Solutions to help families eat smart and move more. 

Actividad en español

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

K-Pop Cafe: DIY K-Pop Magnets/Imanes de K-pop

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room A at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

K-pop fans, join us for a chill craft night where we will be transforming plain stickers and printed images into unique magnets!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fiber Folks Social Hour

Thursday, January 22, 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!