All events & activities: anytime, all locations, all ages

Author Amy Barickman discusses her new book based on the wisdom of Mary Brooks Picken, a pioneer in the field of "domestic arts," on Thursday, September 2, at 6:30 p.m. at the Plaza Branch, 4801 Main St.

Author and former Boston Symphony violinist Gerald Elias discusses his new mystery novel Danse Macabre, the second book featuring violin pedagogue and amateur sleuth Daniel Jacobus.

When beloved violinist and humanitarian Rene Allard is brutally murdered with a mysterious weapon, his young African- American rival is tried and ultimately sentenced to death, in part due to Jacobus’ testimony. As evidence surfaces that the wrong man was convicted, Jacobus is dragged back into the case and sets out to discover the truth.

Bring your child to the Library for stories and songs for the preschool set (ages 3-5), followed by a craft in the Art Spot.

This class will teach you the basics of searching the Internet. Learn what a browser is and how it is used to find all kinds of interesting things online. Call (816) 701-3482 for reservations.

This story time group promotes literacy in children with the participation of caring family members.

It's never too early to introduce children to great stories. Children ages 18-36 months, and their caregivers, can enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts.

Need to write a letter or a report? Learn the basics of this powerful word processing program. Call 701-3449 to register.

Bring your Yu-Gi-Oh! and Magic the Gathering decks and challenge our champion deck builders. We play and trade cards every Friday night in the teen area.

Teens Only!!! This after-hours program will provide snacks, games, and computer access. Come help us test out our new Nintendo Wii!

*Event is for Teens ages 12-18. No in and out privileges will be granted. If you attend the event and leave at any time, you will not be able to return.*

Call Megan @ 816-701-3489 for more information.

September is National Honey Month, so of course, we have to celebrate! We will read sweet books and have one honey of a craft.