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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Empty art display case

Ceramics and Mahogany

All Day 12/1 - 12/23
Art Gallery Display Cases at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

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

Red ornament hanging from an evergreen tree branch against a white background

Adult Take-Home Craft @ Main: Glitter Ornament

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm
Take Home at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 

 

Do you like the look of glitter ornaments, but can't stand the glitter fall-out on your floor?
Come grab a kit to make a cute glitter ornament where the glitter is on the INSIDE!

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.

Main characters from the Bad Guys 2 smiling amongst a yellow backgound

The Bad Guys 2

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department at Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

The Bad Guys 2 (2025) (PG) 1h 44m. (Swank). 

Girl and cat reading under a tree with night sky

Evening Storytime - Counting

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Looking for a way to wrap up your evening before dinner and bedtime? Come enjoy an interactive Storytime with multiple books and songs. At the end, there is always a fun craft or activity.

quilt swirl

Block of the Month Sewing Studio

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us Monday evenings as we work on the Ultimate Beginner Quilt. Learn a new block pattern each week or bring your own projects to work on. No experience needed and supplies are provided.

Seats Available
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.

Children seated on colorful mats stretching to touch their toes

Yoga for Littles

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 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 age appropriate yoga poses that tell a story!

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

Closed for Holiday

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

All library locations are closed for the holiday.

Closing
Empty art display case

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.

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.

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

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.