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The Story Center Speaker

The Story Center Speaker

Join Matthew Quirk, author of The 500, for a look at his latest novel, The Night Agent on Wednesday, January 23.

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Dino O'Dell's Happy Birthday, Marty!

Dino O'Dell's Happy Birthday, Marty!

Join the fun as Dino and Marty celebrate together with singing, dancing, and swimming in peanut butter. Don’t miss the fun!

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Local Author Fair Pastry Pairing

Local Author Fair Pastry Pairing

It’s time for our annual Local Author Fair, and this year comes with some added treats. So bring your holiday shopping list, sip some hot cocoa or cider, and choose from the best of what your local authors have to offer.

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Story Slam!

Story Slam!

Join us for an open-mic storytelling event that's open to anyone! Put your name in the hat for a chance to share a seven-minute story or just come to enjoy the show.

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Helping Your Child with Homework

Helping Your Child with Homework

Learn to use the Library's online resources to help your student with those tough assignments.

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Dino O'Dell's Happy Birthday, Marty!

Sat, Nov 17 2018
10:30am - 11:30am
Boardwalk Programming Space
Registration Required
It’s Marty’s birthday and Dino O’Dell is throwing a party. Join the fun as Dino and Marty celebrate together with singing, dancing, and swimming in peanut butter. Don’t miss the fun!
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Night Before Christmas Carol

Mon, Nov 26 2018
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raytown
Registration Required
Join Charles Dickens in his study for a very special night.
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ReadLOCAL Author: Jim Cosgrove

Tue, Nov 27 2018
6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Oak Programming Space
Story Center Event
Registration Required
Join author and award-winning children’s entertainer Jim Cosgrove as he talks about his book, "Everybody Gets Stinky Feet," and leads a discussion about the importance of sharing our stories--for ours
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Jim "Two Crows" Wallen Presents: A Visit with Santa Claus

Mon, Dec 3 2018
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Weston Programming Space
Registration Required
Get in the Christmas spirit with a story from Santa, and make a simple craft to take home. Parents and grandparents, don't forget your cameras. An adult must accompany each child.
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Storytime with Santa

Mon, Dec 17 2018
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Excelsior Springs Programming Space
Registration Required
Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a holiday story. After the story, sit on Santa's knee to tell him what you want for Christmas. Parents, don't forget your cameras!
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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Tue, Dec 18 2018
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Red Bridge Programming Space
Registration Required
Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip from the North Pole to read a holiday story at the Library. After the story, sit on Santa's lap to tell him what you want for Christmas.
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