East Independence Branch Groundbreaking on March 31

On Friday, March 31, at 9:00 a.m., Mid-Continent Public Library leaders and local officials will break g

World Poetry Day: Nikki Grimes

March 21 is World Poetry Day.

Splitting a Country the American Way

 

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

My Irish ancestors are from the North—Northern Ireland, to be more specific.

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

March is Women's History Month, an opportunity to bring awareness to and celebrate women's contrib

It’s in the Details…

What is it about reading obituaries that sparks the interest of family history people?

Library’s Annual Food Business Conference Returns March 9 & 10

Mid-Continent Public Library’s annual

Documentary Review: ‘I Am MLK Jr.’

I Am MLK Jr., directed by

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

If you visit any branch of Mid-Continent Public Library,