Kansas City Public Library
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A doorway to knowledge for all people in our community.
100 years ago, the Plaza lights lit up for the first time with just a single strand. 🌟 Learn about the history of this tradition's expansion with a @kctv5.com segment featuring special collections librarian and archivist, Sarah Biegelsen, here: https://tinyurl.com/zcez4t7w
November 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
100 years ago, the Plaza lights lit up for the first time with just a single strand. 🌟 Learn about the history of this tradition's expansion with a @kctv5.com segment featuring special collections librarian and archivist, Sarah Biegelsen, here: https://tinyurl.com/zcez4t7w
Are you looking for educational, free things to do in Kansas City this December? 📆 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
For more information and to reserve your spot, visit kclibrary.org/events or visit the link in our bio.
#KCEvents #KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary
November 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Are you looking for educational, free things to do in Kansas City this December? 📆 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
For more information and to reserve your spot, visit kclibrary.org/events or visit the link in our bio.
#KCEvents #KansasCity #KCMO #KCLibrary
We are very thankful for our wonderful staff and patrons this Thanksgiving. As a reminder, all Library locations will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28.
Our Digital Branch is always open. To check out eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more, visit kclibrary.org/digital.
Our Digital Branch is always open. To check out eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more, visit kclibrary.org/digital.
November 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We are very thankful for our wonderful staff and patrons this Thanksgiving. As a reminder, all Library locations will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28.
Our Digital Branch is always open. To check out eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more, visit kclibrary.org/digital.
Our Digital Branch is always open. To check out eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more, visit kclibrary.org/digital.
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
We hope to see you there! Find more free fitness classes at kclibrary.org/calendar
#ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KansasCity
November 25, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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
We hope to see you there! Find more free fitness classes at kclibrary.org/calendar
#ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KansasCity
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. ☕📚
Stop by any of these discussions in December.
For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups
#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KCBookstagram
Stop by any of these discussions in December.
For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups
#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KCBookstagram
November 24, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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. ☕📚
Stop by any of these discussions in December.
For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups
#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KCBookstagram
Stop by any of these discussions in December.
For more information, visit kclibrary.org/book-groups
#BookGroups #ThingsToDoInKC #KCLibrary #KCMO #KCBookstagram
This week, we hosted two United States Naturalization Ceremonies.
Wednesday morning, 100 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
Wednesday afternoon, 74 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
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Wednesday morning, 100 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
Wednesday afternoon, 74 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
This week, we hosted two United States Naturalization Ceremonies.
Wednesday morning, 100 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
Wednesday afternoon, 74 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
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Wednesday morning, 100 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
Wednesday afternoon, 74 applicants from 40 countries became U.S. citizens.
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Congratulations to this year's Maya Angelou Book Award recipient, Alison C. Rollins! 🎉
Her collection of poetry, 'Black Bell', published by @coppercanyonpress.bsky.social, ruminates on themes of history, resistance, and liberation with ambitious, inventive imagery, and sound.
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Her collection of poetry, 'Black Bell', published by @coppercanyonpress.bsky.social, ruminates on themes of history, resistance, and liberation with ambitious, inventive imagery, and sound.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Congratulations to this year's Maya Angelou Book Award recipient, Alison C. Rollins! 🎉
Her collection of poetry, 'Black Bell', published by @coppercanyonpress.bsky.social, ruminates on themes of history, resistance, and liberation with ambitious, inventive imagery, and sound.
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Her collection of poetry, 'Black Bell', published by @coppercanyonpress.bsky.social, ruminates on themes of history, resistance, and liberation with ambitious, inventive imagery, and sound.
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As the holidays approach, we want to remind you that the Library has a vast collection of cookbooks to help you prepare for the gathering of friends and family. 🧑🍳📖
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November 20, 2025 at 11:02 PM
As the holidays approach, we want to remind you that the Library has a vast collection of cookbooks to help you prepare for the gathering of friends and family. 🧑🍳📖
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Are you going to @planetanimekc.bsky.social this weekend? 🌙 Check out your favorite manga from the Library ahead of time! We have a huge selection to choose from.
#PlanetAnime #Anime #KCMO #Manga
#PlanetAnime #Anime #KCMO #Manga
November 17, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Are you going to @planetanimekc.bsky.social this weekend? 🌙 Check out your favorite manga from the Library ahead of time! We have a huge selection to choose from.
#PlanetAnime #Anime #KCMO #Manga
#PlanetAnime #Anime #KCMO #Manga
Gone are the days of horses, cattle, and marching bands parading through downtown Kansas City for the American Royal parade.
For 90 years, this parade took over the streets of KC, but why did it end? Find out in our latest KCQ collaboration with @kansascity.com at kchistory.org
For 90 years, this parade took over the streets of KC, but why did it end? Find out in our latest KCQ collaboration with @kansascity.com at kchistory.org
November 15, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Gone are the days of horses, cattle, and marching bands parading through downtown Kansas City for the American Royal parade.
For 90 years, this parade took over the streets of KC, but why did it end? Find out in our latest KCQ collaboration with @kansascity.com at kchistory.org
For 90 years, this parade took over the streets of KC, but why did it end? Find out in our latest KCQ collaboration with @kansascity.com at kchistory.org
Don’t miss an opportunity to hear Kansas City author Candice Millard on Thursday at our annual Writers for Readers fundraiser. Your donation will help provide free writing classes at the Library.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Don’t miss an opportunity to hear Kansas City author Candice Millard on Thursday at our annual Writers for Readers fundraiser. Your donation will help provide free writing classes at the Library.
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Last week, our staff had a great time at our annual Staff Party! 🥳 Library employees from all over the system spent time together playing games, making crafts, meeting therapy dogs, and singing karaoke.
#LibraryLove #KansasCity #KCMO
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#LibraryLove #KansasCity #KCMO
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November 13, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Last week, our staff had a great time at our annual Staff Party! 🥳 Library employees from all over the system spent time together playing games, making crafts, meeting therapy dogs, and singing karaoke.
#LibraryLove #KansasCity #KCMO
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#LibraryLove #KansasCity #KCMO
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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
Also, congratulations to our Plaza Branch for being a runner-up!
We think all of our incredible locations are winners. ❤️
#LibraryLove #KCMO #KansasCity #KCLibrary
November 13, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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
Also, congratulations to our Plaza Branch for being a runner-up!
We think all of our incredible locations are winners. ❤️
#LibraryLove #KCMO #KansasCity #KCLibrary
BOOK GIVEAWAY! 📚 To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we are giving away a copy of the next KC Pop-Up Book group book 'Mask of the Deer Woman'! Follow the instructions below to enter. ⬇️
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November 12, 2025 at 6:11 PM
BOOK GIVEAWAY! 📚 To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we are giving away a copy of the next KC Pop-Up Book group book 'Mask of the Deer Woman'! Follow the instructions below to enter. ⬇️
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This Veterans Day, we honor and thank all those who have served our country. 🇺🇸
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November 11, 2025 at 8:04 PM
This Veterans Day, we honor and thank all those who have served our country. 🇺🇸
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For thousands of years, Native Americans have called the Kansas City region home, shaping its story long before the city was founded.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:10 PM
For thousands of years, Native Americans have called the Kansas City region home, shaping its story long before the city was founded.
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You might not be able to catch Travis Kelce on your television this weekend, but you can learn about his look-alike, Alexander Majors, at the Kansas City Public Library.
Majors made his fortune shipping freight on the Santa Fe Trail before helping find the Pony Express in 1860.
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Majors made his fortune shipping freight on the Santa Fe Trail before helping find the Pony Express in 1860.
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November 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
You might not be able to catch Travis Kelce on your television this weekend, but you can learn about his look-alike, Alexander Majors, at the Kansas City Public Library.
Majors made his fortune shipping freight on the Santa Fe Trail before helping find the Pony Express in 1860.
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Majors made his fortune shipping freight on the Santa Fe Trail before helping find the Pony Express in 1860.
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Times are tough - no one should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from.
Our Bluford, North-East, Southeast, Trails West, and Waldo Branches host a Kids Café four times a week to provide free food for children up to 18 years old.
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Our Bluford, North-East, Southeast, Trails West, and Waldo Branches host a Kids Café four times a week to provide free food for children up to 18 years old.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Times are tough - no one should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from.
Our Bluford, North-East, Southeast, Trails West, and Waldo Branches host a Kids Café four times a week to provide free food for children up to 18 years old.
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Our Bluford, North-East, Southeast, Trails West, and Waldo Branches host a Kids Café four times a week to provide free food for children up to 18 years old.
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In 1916, the first woman was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. Jeannette Rankin introduced legislation that helped secure women’s voting rights, protect workers, and boost aid for children in poverty.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:02 AM
In 1916, the first woman was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. Jeannette Rankin introduced legislation that helped secure women’s voting rights, protect workers, and boost aid for children in poverty.
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Are you a veteran and looking for new work? Visit our Veterans Job Fair this Wednesday at the Central Library in the 3N Resource Center, co-hosted by the Kansas City VA Medical Center.
November 3, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Are you a veteran and looking for new work? Visit our Veterans Job Fair this Wednesday at the Central Library in the 3N Resource Center, co-hosted by the Kansas City VA Medical Center.
¡Feliz Día de los Muertos! 💀🕯️🏵️🎉
Our branches created the most beautiful ofrendas, altars to honor the deceased and welcome their spirits back to the world.
Featured are our Bluford, Waldo, and Trails West locations.
#DíaDeLosMuertos #DayOfTheDead #KCMO #KansasCity
Our branches created the most beautiful ofrendas, altars to honor the deceased and welcome their spirits back to the world.
Featured are our Bluford, Waldo, and Trails West locations.
#DíaDeLosMuertos #DayOfTheDead #KCMO #KansasCity
November 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
¡Feliz Día de los Muertos! 💀🕯️🏵️🎉
Our branches created the most beautiful ofrendas, altars to honor the deceased and welcome their spirits back to the world.
Featured are our Bluford, Waldo, and Trails West locations.
#DíaDeLosMuertos #DayOfTheDead #KCMO #KansasCity
Our branches created the most beautiful ofrendas, altars to honor the deceased and welcome their spirits back to the world.
Featured are our Bluford, Waldo, and Trails West locations.
#DíaDeLosMuertos #DayOfTheDead #KCMO #KansasCity
A guide to free meals and pantries around downtown Kansas City. ❤️
More information: tinyurl.com/9vpvhwxc
More information: tinyurl.com/9vpvhwxc
October 31, 2025 at 10:01 PM
A guide to free meals and pantries around downtown Kansas City. ❤️
More information: tinyurl.com/9vpvhwxc
More information: tinyurl.com/9vpvhwxc
Happy Halloween from the Kansas City Public Library! 🎃 From Trunk-or-Treat to a children's parade to autumn crafts, our locations have been getting the community in a spooky mood! 🍂
#Halloween #SpookySeason #KansasCity #KCMO
#Halloween #SpookySeason #KansasCity #KCMO
October 31, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Happy Halloween from the Kansas City Public Library! 🎃 From Trunk-or-Treat to a children's parade to autumn crafts, our locations have been getting the community in a spooky mood! 🍂
#Halloween #SpookySeason #KansasCity #KCMO
#Halloween #SpookySeason #KansasCity #KCMO
