Libraries Are Not Boring!
Having worked at Mid-Continent Public Library for over two decades now, it amazes me how man
World Poetry Day: Nikki Grimes
March 21 is World Poetry Day.
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
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?
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