Online Resources for Back to School

As the summer draws to a close, it’s time to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Show off your smarts: August Trivia!

Do you want to show off your unique knowledge at the next trivia night?

Who is the Man Behind The Man in the Iron Mask?

You may think you are familiar with the works of Alexandre Dumas.

Sporting Ancestors

When I talk to my family about the genealogy research I am doing, I tend to see eyes glazing over.

Happy Birthday Ernest Hemingway

Born July 21, 1899, Ernest Hemingway was raised in Oak Park, Illinois, along with five siblings.

DNA and Genealogy: What’s the Story? Part 2

How do you use DNA matches with an ethnicity estimate?

Stay in Touch with Your Reading

One perk of clicking My Account on MCPL’s homepage is your ability to keep track of your reading.

Engaging Learning at Your Fingertips: Upgraded Children's Computers at MCPL

Exciting news for families and early learners!

Back to the 70s for the Summer Library Program

The Summer Library Program has been in full swing for nearly two months, and readers are enjoying all sorts of books.

DNA and Genealogy: What’s the Story? Part 1

I get many questions about using DNA testing for genealogy research.

Library Resources for Young Readers

At Mid-Continent Public Library, we know the joy that children experience when they find a book that really excites them.

And the Lammy Goes To...

You’ve probably heard of the Oscar, the Tony, the Grammy, and the Emmy. But have you heard of the Lammy?