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Just for You
- Seniors
  
  KCKPL has something for everyone. Take a look at our Seniors section to find out more about special services, programs, and content that may be of interest.
- Adults
  
  Our Library has endless possibilities when it comes to books, graphic novels, ebooks and audiobooks for adults. KCKPL also has one of the finest movie and music collections in the area.
- Teens
  
  Whether it's homework help from tutor.com or perfecting stop motion with Legos, we've got you covered. Check out our Teen section for new features every week.
- Kids
  
  Find out about fun and upcoming activities for you at the Library. Plus, get the latest on all the cool new books, movies and music.
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- Event Calendar
  
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- Online Programs
  
  Find out about some of the fun and interesting programs we have lined up on our Online Programming Blog!
- Reserve a Room
  KCKPL has free meeting rooms for service, educational and nonprofit groups along with study rooms for six or fewer people. Reserve a room by calling 913.295.8250 and select the library where you would like to reserve a room.
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  Find out what art or special exhibits are on display at KCKPL locations. Are you an artist wanting to show at a library? Click here for information. Want to apply for a show? Click here.

Kids

Special Notices:

Turner Library will be closed for painting from Thursday, September 28th to Tuesday, October 3rd.

Information & Events

Get help with school and see upcoming activities for you at Kansas City, Kansas Public Library locations.

Homework Help

Homework Help & Fun Info

KCKPL offers a variety of services online to help with homework and studying. Check out this page for homework help.

Storytime

Storytimes, Games, Crafts & Movies for you

KCKPL has storytimes, game, craft programs, and movies for kids of all ages. Come listen, watch, create, and play.

Beanstack

Join a digital reading program

Check out our digital reading program, Beanstack, and earn digital badges tracking your progress.

Classes

Classes for fun and learning

We offer various classes and programs for children. These events provide special learning opportunities.

Fun & Learning

Access a multitude of resources from KCKPL catered just for you.

Novelist K-8 Plus

Novelist K-8 Plus

Looking for your next great read? Use Novelist K-8 Plus for recommendations specifically for kids.

Hoopla

Access movies, television shows, eBooks, comics, music, and eAudiobooks with Hoopla.

TumbleBook Library

TumbleBook Library

Read and discover with TumbleBook Library and its collection of animated, talking picture book videos.

Explora Elementary

Explora Elementary

Explora Elementary offers articles and facts for research, class projects or homework.

Tutor.com

Tutor.com

Tutor.com provides live homework help by connecting you with a live tutor to help in math, science, English, and more.

Databases

Databases

Access Kansas City, Kansas Public Library's online Databases for a variety of great learning resources.

Games & Activities

Kids educational games, puzzles, and entertainment websites.