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Black History Month Challenge

Black History Month Challenge

All Day 2/1 - 2/15
1st Floor Exhibit Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Black History Month with our Black History Month Challenge.  How much do you know about famous African American History?  Take our challenge and win a gift.  All challenge questions can be answered from info panels inside

performer in yellow traditional Chinese lion dance costume

Lion Dance Performance with the KU Lion Dance Team

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Art Gallery at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Celebrate Lunar New Year with a short performance by the KU Lion Dance Team! Lion dance is a traditional dance that originated in China and is typically performed during festivals to bring good luck and fortune.

creative club

Creative Club | Club Creativo de Jovenes

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get crafty twice a month with fun, hands-on projects. For ages 10-18.

Monday, February 9th- Lunar New Year Lantern

Monday, February 23rd- DIY Cake Box

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, February 11, 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.

Full
Registration Required
Book with the words Black History Month. The word under book says Trivia.

Celebrate Black History Month: Kids Trivia

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Come have fun and celebrate Black History month with a round or two of trivia. This event is for ages 8-19. 

 

This program is part of Black History Month events at KCKPL. 

A cartoon portrait of Mae Jemison in here astronaut gear, with a rocket in the background and the title of the program.

Homeschool Thursday: Mae Jemison and Rocket Catchers

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room at Main Library
Age Group:
Children

In honor of Black History Month, join us to learn about Mae Jemison, the first African American Woman to travel in space. Then, create something to help her rocket get to the ground safely!

Seats Available
Registration Required
Book with the words Black History Month. The word under book says Trivia.

Celebrate Black History Month: Kids Trivia

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Come have fun and celebrate Black History month with a round or two of trivia. This event is for ages 8-19. 

Black History Month Challenge

Black History Month Challenge

All Day 2/17 - 2/28
1st Floor Exhibit Area at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Celebrate Black History Month with our Black History Month Challenge.  How much do you know about famous African American History?  Take our challenge and win a gift.  All challenge questions can be answered from info panels inside

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, February 18, 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
A woman's hands cutting fabric next to a sewing machine

Lunar New Year Paper Lantern Decorating

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ring in the Year of the Horse with a fun and relaxing craft! Decorate and personalize a paper lantern with paint, paint markers, charms, and other embellishments.

The Afterlife of Malcolm X by Mark Whitaker book cover showing Malcolm X looking off in distace

Black History Month Book Discussion: The Afterlife of Malcolm X

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Auditorium at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us this month for a special Black History Month book discussion.   We will discuss The Afterlife of Malcolm X: An Outcast Turned Icon's Enduring Impact on America by Mark Whitaker.  

Seats Available
Registration Required
A picture showing Gordon Parks and our speaker Ann Dean.

Humanities Kansas: Learning from Gordon Parks with Ann Dean

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bear's Den at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Adults

African American author, photographer, and filmmaker Gordon Parks was well known for his documentation of American life and culture. Born in Fort Scott, Kansas, in 1912, he is one of the most esteemed image makers of all time.

Seats Available
Registration Required
Two children dancing

Esoke Cultural Arts Center West African Dance Lessons

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at West Wyandotte Library
Age Group:
Children

Join us for an evening of wonderful dancing and music with the Esoke Cultural Arts center. They will be demonstrating and teaching traditional West African dances with drum accompaniment.  

 

creative club

Creative Club | Club Creativo de Jovenes

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at South Branch Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Get crafty twice a month with fun, hands-on projects. For ages 10-18.

Monday, February 9th- Lunar New Year Lantern

Monday, February 23rd- DIY Cake Box

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, February 25, 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
a family with an adult male, adult female, and 2 children reading a story on a couch.

Family Storytime: Celebrating Black History Month

Saturday, February 28, 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.

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, March 4, 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
A picture of Lentil Soup.

Food Around World: Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Turner Community Garden at Turner Community Library
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the rich culinary tradition of the Mediterranean with this quick and easy lentil soup recipe, a staple in many regional diets known for its simplicity and robust flavors.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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, March 11, 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
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, March 18, 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
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, March 25, 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