The North Oak Branch was closed for three days in May to do some updating to our building. While this project is not finished yet, we have made some big changes in how the different collections of items in the building are shelved. We also installed new lighting that is brighter and also more energy efficient. Future plans include a brand new circulation desk, new furniture, more book display options, and digital signage to advertise library programs and services.
Come See the New Layout at the Blue Springs South Branch!
As you may have noticed, the Blue Springs South Branch was closed the first week of May. On Monday, May 10, the branch reopened to reveal new carpeting and a brand new layout featuring a fresh, open floor plan with more shelving and seating.
One of the most notable changes in our design is the relocation of the catalog computers. Before, several computers were banked together in only 2 locations inside the library. Now, a computer with library catalog access is available in close proximity to nearly every section of the library.
Take a behind the scenes glance of North Independence.
Thank you for your patience while we are moving and shaking.
We are seeing some grand improvements to our old building. Libby, the North Independence Library cat, took a tour around the building looking for good hiding places. She loves her new digs and can't wait to get moved back.
Follow our improvements online, from the MCPL Home Page click on "Follow the progress at the North Independence" .
If you haven’t been to the Raytown Branch for a while, we think you are in for a pleasant surprise. We are very pleased with the results of our recent enhancement project. New lighting and department relocations give the building a brighter, more spacious look.
Temporary North Independence Branch Closing Dec 6th
The North Independence Branch temporary location at 1509 Truman Road will close December 6th. Come in to say goodbye to our home away from home, pick up your Holds, and wish us luck. The new North Independence Branch at 317 West 24 Highway will open December 20th. The book drop will remain open at 1509 Truman Road until December 20th. All Holds designated for pick-up at the North Independence Branch between December 6th and December 20th will be available on December 20th.
The Blue Ridge Branch will close on March 7, 2011 and reopen on March 21, 2011 for branch enhancements, including new carpeting. Please visit the Raytown or Grandview Branch during this time.
Items placed on hold the week before the closing may not become available before the branch is closed. During this time, selecting a different pickup location than the branch that is closed would be advisable for items that are immediately available. If an item has a long waiting list, it will not be necessary to choose a different pickup location.
The South Independence Branch will close on April 4, 2011 and reopen on April 18, 2011 for branch enhancements, including new carpeting. Please visit the North Independence or Raytown Branch during this time.
Items placed on hold the week before the closing may not become available before the branch is closed. During this time, selecting a different pickup location than the branch that is closed would be advisable for items that are immediately available. If an item has a long waiting list, it will not be necessary to choose a different pickup location.
Just a heads up! The South Independence Branch will close on April 4, 2011 (That's this upcoming Monday) and reopen on April 18, 2011 for branch enhancements, including new carpeting. We will also be closed on April 20th for a Staff Inservice day.
Please visit the North Independence or Raytown Branch during this time. But if you are unable to, our bookdrop will be open this whole time.
The Kearney Branch will close on May 2, 2011 and reopen on May 16, 2011 for branch enhancements, including new carpeting. Please visit the Liberty Branch during this time.
Items placed on hold the week before the closing may not become available before the branch is closed. During this time, selecting a different pickup location than the branch that is closed would be advisable for items that are immediately available. If an item has a long waiting list, it will not be necessary to choose a different pickup location.
Jesse James won't be staring down on patrons from behind the circulation desk at the Mid-Continent Public Library-Kearney Branch much longer.
The library will be closed May 2 -15 to undergo enhancement, and the pictures of Jesse, as well as those of gravestones of various James and Younger family members and the coward Bob Ford, will most likely be enhanced right off the library's walls.
