My Ancestor Died of What?!

“What was the ‘white plague’?” you may wonder to yourself while looking at an ancestor’s dea

Midwest Genealogy Center Hosts Special Preview of Ken Burns’ ‘Country Music’

Kansas City PBS and Mid-Continent Public Library, with support from KFKF, will host a special scre

Back-to-School Jitters

The time has come for kids to head back to school!

You Can Help Improve the Library’s Website!

Thanks to previous user feedback, Mid-Continent Public Library has implemented a number of enhancements

That’s Italian!

My grandmother first ignited the genealogy bug in me unknowingly.

Searching with Success

When it comes to searching for information, the internet is usually a computer user’s first destination.

Block Party Celebrates Farview Library & Food Pantry

Mid-Continent Public Library, the Community Services League, and the Fort Osage School District wi

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Louis Armstrong

Now is the time to bust out a trumpet and put on a recording of “What a Wonderful World” because August

Scaring Away Technophobia

Every skill we ever learn starts with a single decision to “go for it.” When it comes to improving

Starting a Nonprofit

Ever thought of giving back to your community by starting a nonprofit?

6 Ways the Library Can Get You Back-to-School Ready!

Class is back in session!

“Stop me if you’ve heard this one...”

When it comes to movies, I’d say my taste is varied and eclectic.