Welcome to the Reading Party

We're inviting you to the Reading Party, the 2024 Kansas City Public Library's Summer Reading Program. Read (or listen to) any five books, log them online, and earn a reward.

Join us in celebrating the power of reading to build bonds, create connections, inspire, enrich, and empower.

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Display of some of the items in the Library's collection at "Disney100: The Exhibition" at Union Station

'Disney100: The Exhibition' at Union Station Showcases Walt Disney's Ties to Kansas City, Including a Library Letter

Friday, May 24, 2024

A gallery space near the entrance to 'Disney100: The Exhibition' at Union Station, which opened May 24, highlights items from the Library's Missouri Valley Special Collections.

How a 'Border Ruffian' Who Supported Slavery Got a Monument in a Kansas City Park

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

What's Your KCQ? What do you want to know about our community? The Library and The Kansas City Star combine resources to find answers to questions about regional topics.

The Library Pops in at Kansas City Parks With Summer Reading Resources

Thursday, May 16, 2024

Stop by select Kansas City-area parks between June 4 - Aug. 15, 2024, visit with your Library, and receive a FREE BOOK!

Chelan David

Beautiful States of Mind: A Fa...

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

Kansas City writer Chelan David discusses his new book, Beautiful States of Mind: A Father and Daughters’ Pilgrimage to All 50 States. He talks about travelling with his two daught...

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Seniors

Summer Reading Kickoff Party | Trails West

Trails West Branch |

June 1 |

10:00am

Seniors

Summer Reading Party | Fiesta de Lectura de Verano

North-East Branch |

June 1 |

11:00am

Adults

Guided Tour of the Central Library

Central Library |

June 1 |

11:00am

Seniors

Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration | Southeast

Southeast Branch |

June 1 |

12:00pm

Celebrating 150 Years of Discovery

Discovery celebrations will include author talks and events, celebrations and activities that highlight our history and look with hope to the future.

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Power of Words

How do you personally connect with mental health? Join us for conversations with community leaders as we highlight topics from words that inspire. Together we will harness collective wisdom to strengthen personal development and support positive rela...

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