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The Story Center Speaker Series

The Story Center Speaker Series

Join New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva on July 20 for a discussion of the latest book in the Gabriel Allon series, The Other Woman.

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Amado & Karen's Junkyard Orchestra

Amado & Karen's Junkyard Orchestra

Join Amado and Karen to explore how to make instruments out of everyday things and build a band to make amazing music.

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2018 Summer Learning Program

2018 Summer Learning Program

Get ready to rock the Library! Kids, teens, and adults can all participate in this fun annual program from May 21 – July 31.

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Learn West African Dance

Learn West African Dance

Learn the concepts and techniques of West African dance from Mali and Senegal, and learn the dances that honor kings and queens, celebrate weddings, and begin harvests.

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Library Night at the K

Library Night at the K

Join us for Library Night at The K on Tuesday, July 24 as the Kansas City Royals take on the Detroit Tigers at 7:15 p.m.

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Featured Events

Story Slam!

Thu, Jun 21 2018
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Woodneath Storytime Barn
Story Center Event
An open-mic storytelling event that's open to anyone! Put your name in the hat for a chance to share a five-minute story or just come to enjoy the show.
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Didgeridoo Down Under Show

Mon, Jun 25 2018
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raytown
Registration Required
Join us for this high energy, Australian-themed program that combines music, art, puppetry, comedy, environmental education, character building, and audience participation.
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Professor Leland’s Magical Sock Hop

Thu, Jul 12 2018
10:00am - 11:00am
Kearney Programming Space
Registration Required
Put on your poodle skirts and leather jackets for a magical adventure back in time with Professor Leland and his jukebox full of tricks and illusions.
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Everyone Can Juggle!

Thu, Jul 12 2018
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Parkville
Registration Required
Learn the ancient art of juggling from the experienced instructors at the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival.
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The Spoon Man

Mon, Jul 16 2018
10:00am - 11:00am
Lee's Summit
Registration Required
Watch the Spoon Man play percussion with two ordinary spoons. Join in on his sing-a-long for a spoonful of good music and good fun! This program is eligible for Summer Learning Program points.
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Under the Big Oak Tree Presents: "Local Honey"

Wed, Jul 18 2018
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Smithville Community Room
Registration Required
Under the Big Oak Tree combines vintage folk, acoustic country, and traditional bluegrass to create a wholesome, wistful, and welcoming blend of original music.
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