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World Poetry Day: Nikki Grimes
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World Poetry Day: Nikki Grimes

March 21 is World Poetry Day.
Splitting a Country the American Way
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Splitting a Country the American Way

"By far the most important action I took in foreign affairs during the time I was President related to the Panama Canal.”
History of Whiskey in KC
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History of Whiskey in KC

Starting back in the late 19th century (before Prohibition), Kansas City was home to three major pioneer
A Wee Bit Scots, A Beagánín (Little Bit) Irish
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A Wee Bit Scots, A Beagánín (Little Bit) Irish

My Irish ancestors are from the North—Northern Ireland, to be more specific.
No Due Date Reading for Young Adults
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No Due Date Reading for Young Adults

I often hear this from local high school and college students—they love to read but worry about getting
Celebrating Women's History Month
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Celebrating Women's History Month

March is Women's History Month, an opportunity to bring awareness to and celebrate women's contrib
It’s in the Details…
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It’s in the Details…

What is it about reading obituaries that sparks the interest of family history people?
Documentary Review: ‘I Am MLK Jr.’
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Documentary Review: ‘I Am MLK Jr.’

I Am MLK Jr., directed by
Polar Bear Bonanza
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Polar Bear Bonanza

Last month, we sadly had to say goodbye to Berlin, the oldest polar bear in captivity in the
Libby: A Great App for eBook Beginners and Enthusiasts
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Libby: A Great App for eBook Beginners and Enthusiasts

If you visit any branch of Mid-Continent Public Library,
Creepy Creatures Called Cryptids
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Creepy Creatures Called Cryptids

West Virginia, 1966. Midnight.
Graphic Novels Count!
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Graphic Novels Count!

“I want my child to read a book that counts.