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Facing the Future: Liz Pelly

Join Liz Pelly, author of Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist, for a discussion with 90.9 The Bridge’s Michelle Bacon about how streaming services have shaped the modern music landscape in a way that influences both music artists and everyone who uses these platforms.

10 Generative AI Prompts Every Genealogist Needs to Know (Zoom)

The “prompt” is perhaps the most important aspect of generative artificial intelligence (AI). We will identify how to formulate (and reformulate) AI prompts and look at 10 example prompts that can save us significant time and effort. This program will be held virtually using Zoom.

Steve Martin: The Craftsman of Comedy

Join film enthusiast Frank Mandosa for a look at Martin’s distinguished career. This program will be held virtually using Zoom.

Engineered Irony: Octave Chanute's Kansas City Bridge

Join historian David W. Jackson as he examines the engineering marvel that transformed frontier Kansas City into the metropolis of today and recounts the fanfare that led up to the Hannibal Bridge's dedication on July 3, 1869.

Harry & Bess Truman: A Love Story and Partnership in Letters (Zoom)

Join Doug Richardson as he shares some of the most insightful and delightful of these letters...showing a partnership that helped change the world in the 20th century.

Featured Programs

Flavors of Greece (Zoom)

Thu, May 1 2025
7:00pm - 8:00pm Central
Virtual Event
Learn to make beautiful dishes featuring the flavors of Greece. In this class, we will learn to incorporate these flavors into appetizer, dinner, and dessert recipes.
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The Three Stooges: Legends of Slapstick (Zoom)

Tue, May 6 2025
7:00pm - 8:00pm Central
Virtual Event
From their early days in vaudeville to the transition to films, the Three Stooges have entertained audiences all over the world for close to a century. Join film historian Dr.
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Drawing En Plein Air (MCPL360)

Wed, May 7 2025
7:00pm - 8:00pm Central
Virtual Event
Use the outdoors as inspiration as you develop drawing techniques “en plein air.” Participants will work on observational skills as well as learn about light and shadows, textural qualities, and depth
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Buzzworthy Books (Zoom)

Thu, May 8 2025
7:00pm - 8:00pm Central
Virtual Event
Are you interested in what’s new on the Library’s shelves? Join Reader Engagement Librarian Angie Strathman to hear about this season’s buzzworthy titles and authors.
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Heart Healthy Eating on the Go (Zoom)

Tue, May 13 2025
6:30pm - 7:30pm Central
Virtual Event
Learn how to choose heart-healthy foods when eating out with Registered Dietitian Lindsey Robinson. Discover how to make healthy choices with convenience items, fast food, and dining at restaurants.
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