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Happy International Read to Me Day! πŸ“š

Check out a storybook from any of our locations, or call 816-701-3456 to listen to a story read to you through our Dial-A-Story program! πŸ“ž

What's your favorite story to read to your kids?

#ChildrensBooks #LiteracyActivities #KCLibrary #KCMO

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Happy Tell A Fairy Tale Day! 🧚✨🏰 What's your favorite story?

#TellAFairyTaleDay #FairyTales #KCLibrary #KCMO

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Civil Rights leader and Presidential candidate Reverend Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at the age of 84. Learn more about the life and achievements of this influential figure using our library resources.

#JesseJackson #RevJesseJackson #KCLibrary #History

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More bookish memes have arrived! πŸŽ€πŸˆπŸ“š

Whether you want to check out books, movies, a Bad Bunny CD, or attend programming, visit the Library today!

#BadBunny #SuperBowl #HalftimeShow #KCLibrary #LibraryHumor

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Reward yourself with a Library card. πŸ†

#Grammys #BookishMemes #LibraryHumor #KCLibrary

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Free books, movie nights, crafts, acting classes for kids, fitness classes, and more, all unlocked with your Library card! Stop by and visit us soon. πŸ₯°

#KCMO #KansasCity #PublicLibrary #KCLibrary #ThingsToDoInKC

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Our North-East staff received the sweetest note from a young patron. πŸ’™πŸ–οΈ

Let's show all of our librarians some love in the comments. What do you love about the Library? πŸ’­

#LibraryLove #KCLibrary #KCMO #KansasCity

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A sign outside of the Trails West Branch that says "How many days of the week should you read" "67"

A sign outside of the Trails West Branch that says "How many days of the week should you read" "67"

Don't get brain rot, read 6-7 days a week. 🀭

Clever work by our Trails West Branch staff for this sign. πŸ˜‚

#KCLibrary #LibraryMemes #LibraryHumor

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Are you looking for educational, free things to do in Kansas City this December? πŸ“† Join us for the following events!

For more information and to reserve your spot, visit kclibrary.org/events or visit the link in our bio.

#KCEvents #KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary

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Free wellness classes are starting up for a winter session! ❄️ From December 7 to January 18, enjoy Tai Chi and Qi Gong at the Plaza Library on Sundays.

We hope to see you there! Find more free fitness classes at kclibrary.org/calendar

#ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KansasCity

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If you're looking for a book group to join, the Kansas City Public Library has you covered with both in-person and online options. β˜•πŸ“š

Stop by any of these discussions in December.

For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups

#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KCBookstagram

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Please check out our always open Digital Branch at kclibrary.org/digital for eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more.

#KCMO #KansasCity #KCLibrary #CookBooks #Thanksgiving

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Congratulations to our Central Library for winning 'Best Library Branch: MO' by @thepitch.bsky.social!

Also, congratulations to our Plaza Branch for being a runner-up!

We think all of our incredible locations are winners. ❀️

#LibraryLove #KCMO #KansasCity #KCLibrary

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Library News | Kansas City Public Library

Learn about the rich and diverse heritage of Indigenous peoples in the United States with books, films, event recordings, and an upcoming author discussion at the Library.

Find more information at kclibrary.org/news.

#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary

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πŸ“•Historian Lorissa Rinehart discusses Rankin’s life and impact with Michele Ozumba, former president of the Women’s College Coalition.

πŸ“†Nov. 12 at 6 p.m.
Kansas City Public Library
Central Branch
14 W. 10th St., KCMO
Register at kclibrary.org/events

#lwvkc #kclibrary #womeninpolitics

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Kids CafΓ© Free, nutritious meals provided by Total Man for children up to age 18 at after-school and summer sites.

Young patrons can visit during the designated times for a balanced meal provided by Total Man.

Find more information at kclibrary.org/kids/cafe or speak to a Youth Librarian at the serving site for more information.

#KCMO #KansasCity #KCLibrary

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Are you looking for educational, free things to do in Kansas City this November? πŸ“† Join us for the following events!

For more information and to reserve your spot, visit kclibrary.org/events or visit the link in our bio.

#KCEvents #KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary

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If you're looking for a book group to join, the Kansas City Public Library has you covered with both in-person and online options. β˜•πŸ“š

Please join any of these discussions in November.

For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups

#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO

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Staff are great mentors with a vast range of experience and knowledge.

Visit us at any location to learn more about Youth & Family Engagement services.Β 

Unlock a new world with your Library card today! πŸ”“βœ¨Β 

#KCLibrary #PublicLibraries #KCMO #KansasCity #STEAMΒ 

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October Book Groups:
Death of the Author meets Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Waldo Branch
Kindred meets Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. at the Ruiz Branch
Everything Is Under Control meets Oct. 3 at 12 p.m. at the Westport Branch
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store meets Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. at the Southeast Branch

October Book Groups: Death of the Author meets Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Waldo Branch Kindred meets Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. at the Ruiz Branch Everything Is Under Control meets Oct. 3 at 12 p.m. at the Westport Branch The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store meets Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. at the Southeast Branch

October Book Groups:
The Mother-in-Law meets Oct. 9 at 3 p.m. at the Sugar Creek Branch
The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep meets Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. at the Westport Branch
The Mexican Gothic meets Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. at Frost KC
A Murder in Hollywood meets Oct. 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Central Library

October Book Groups: The Mother-in-Law meets Oct. 9 at 3 p.m. at the Sugar Creek Branch The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep meets Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. at the Westport Branch The Mexican Gothic meets Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. at Frost KC A Murder in Hollywood meets Oct. 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Central Library

October Book Groups:
About the Carleton Sisters meets Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Swope Ridge Gardens Apartments
Somewhere Beyond the Sea meets Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. at the Waldo Branch
The Phone Booth at the Edge of the World meets Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Trails West Branch
Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit meets Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Plaza Branch and Online

October Book Groups: About the Carleton Sisters meets Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. at the Swope Ridge Gardens Apartments Somewhere Beyond the Sea meets Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. at the Waldo Branch The Phone Booth at the Edge of the World meets Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Trails West Branch Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit meets Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Plaza Branch and Online

October Book Groups:
The Corn Maiden and Other Nightmares meets Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at Asian Cafe
The Girl in His Shadow meets whenever online

October Book Groups: The Corn Maiden and Other Nightmares meets Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at Asian Cafe The Girl in His Shadow meets whenever online

If you're looking for a book group to join, the Kansas City Public Library has you covered with both in-person and online options. β˜•πŸ“š

Please join any of these discussions in October.

For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups

#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO

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Hear Our Hands β€” a staff-created list from The Kansas City Public Library Celebrate World Deaf Day Explore stories that speak through silence. This collection highlights the experiences, voices, and resilience of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Whether through fiction, memoir, or educational insight, these books honor Deaf culture and the power of communication beyond sound all at the NE Branch!

Check out this list from our North-East Branch staff. It highlights Deaf culture and shows that communication is more than just sound: https://tinyurl.com/3x9d2xuk

#WorldDeafDay #AccessibilityMatters #KCLibrary #KCMO

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In case you haven't heard, the newest American Girl Doll is from Kansas City!

It looks like she's already got a Library card, too. πŸ‘€πŸ“š

What are your favorite things about Kansas City?

#KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary #AmericanGirlDoll

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Signature Events Archive | Kansas City Public Library

To listen to the recorded event, put on in partnership with Kansas City PBS, visit kclibrary.org/events/archive.

#KCMO #JacksonCounty #FrankWhite #KansasCity #KCLibrary

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Happy 816 Day! πŸŒ»πŸ–πŸš‰πŸŽ·πŸˆ To celebrate Kansas City culture, the Library has created a list of books and movies about characters and history that are unique to our home. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/3ss77p78

#KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary #816Day

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Services for Educators Let us help find solutions for your learning needs. We can help find materials, provide trainings or presentations, and even give tours!

To view all services and learn more, visit kclibrary.org/educators

Image taken at the Allen School Child Care Center in 1945, courtesy of our Missouri Valley Special Collections department.

#KansasCity #KCLibrary #BackToSchool #KCMO

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Happy National Book Lovers Day! πŸ“šπŸ’—
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The Library has thousands of stories for you to check out! What is your favorite title? πŸ’­
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#NationalBookLoversDay #KCLibrary #LibraryLover

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Just bookish things. 🫢

Photo credits: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift

#LibraryLover #BookLovers #KCLibrary

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Are you registered yet? πŸ€” Don't miss out on a free book, fun activities, and community connection with our Summer Reading program! πŸ₯³

Sign up today at your Library location or at kclibrary.org/summerreading πŸ“š

#KCLibrary #SummerReading #KCMO #KCEvents

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2025: Color Our World Celebrate the power of books to add joy, creativity, and color in our world.

Learn more at kclibrary.org/SummerReading

#KCLibrary #SummerReading #KCMO #KCEvents

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Happy Pride Month! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ Celebrate with the Library with events, reading recommendations, movies, music, and more that you can find at kclibrary.org/pride

#PrideMonth #KCLibrary

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