Kansas City, MO - The Southeast Branch of the Kansas City Public Library is undergoing exciting changes to better serve its patrons. The branch, at 6242 Swope Parkway, will close from August 4 to September 5, 2017, to complete the first phase of a major renovation.

During that time, staff will put more than 5,000 new books, DVDs, and CDs into the branch’s collection, add new furniture to the children’s area and meetings rooms, and install 32 new computers. All areas are being freshly painted and carpeted.

During the closure, patrons should note:

• No programs will be held at the branch.
• Meeting rooms will not be available for use.
• The outside book return depository will remain available. Items also can be returned to other Kansas City Public Library locations.
• Patrons can pick up items on hold at the L.H. Bluford Branch, a nine-minute drive away at 3050 Prospect.
• Phone calls to the Southeast Branch will be routed to the downtown Central Library.
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This is part of a larger renovation of the Southeast Branch designed to offer a permanent space for the teen Kansas City Digital Media Lab. The upgraded lab will include a new study area and audio recording booth. The renovated digital media lab is scheduled for completion in winter.