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Tunisian Crochet

Tunisian crochet is also known as the "afghan stitch." It is a beautiful technique that starts with a chain as with crochet. You pick up stitches from the chain, leaving the stitches on the hook. You then work off the loops that are on the hook, never turning the piece. Both crochet and knit stitches are used in creating attractive pieces.
 

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How the Library Saved the Day! (True Story)

One of the many unfortunate events that happened recently in my family was when the car key broke inside the ignition. Little to my surprise, I thought, how can that happen? Luckily, we had extra keys for the car, but first we had to get the broken key out.
 

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Life in Raytown...Way Back When...

Ever wonder what life was like way back when? For me, it’s fun to read about events and happenings, especially in the town where I work. That’s what I can do by researching the Raytown News/Raytown Tribune/Raytown News Dispatch on microfilm. The Raytown Branch recently acquired microfilm from the Raytown Historical Society for the Raytown News from January 2, 1930—November 29, 1962.

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The Raytown Branch

The Raytown Branch

The current Raytown Branch opened in 1990 and is officially named the "Joe Herndon Branch."

Last year, 222,317 patrons visited the library.

The Raytown Branch Staff.

The Raytown Branch Staff

Are you looking for an item? An answer? A suggestion? This group is here to help. If your branch staff doesn't know the answer to your question, they likely know where to help you look. All you have to do is ask.

Cake decorating class.

Learning Opportunities

Cake decorating is one of the many things you will learn at the library. Books, movies, music, databases, events, classes, and more are all here waiting to teach you something new today.

Children's section of Raytown Branch.

Summer Reading Program Spirit

Summer Reading Program is a big deal at MCPL. Over 35,000 kids participate in the program each year. Those who do earn books and prizes as they build reading skills for the next school year.