Plaza Branch and Central Library will open late at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 due to the Kansas City Marathon.
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
12:00pm
In Person
Come enjoy reading and analyzing scary stories. This class focuses on several short stories of the horror genre and includes a short in-class writing segment to emulate what we read.
This class is taught by a graduate student in the University of Missouri-Kansas City’s MFA Program in Creative Writing....
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
1:00pm
In Person
Inktober is ending, so let's send it off in style! Come by and make Inktober drawings for the days you missed, or just come by to make your 31st Inktober drawing with other artists and friends. This is a fun opportunity to draw with others, share your artwork, and see the cool things other artists make....
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
1:00pm
In Person
Join us in celebrating Pumpkin Palooza! We will offer a pumpkin painting competition, crafts, games, and snacks! There will also be screenings of Scooby-Doo and the Ghoul School and BeetleJuice in our meeting rooms. Costumes are encouraged but not required!
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
2:00pm
In Person
Free movies are shown in the Durwood Film Vault, an original bank vault converted into a 28-seat movie theatre at the Central Library. Screenings are daily at 2 p.m. and require no reservations, unless otherwise indicated. Seating begins at 1:45 p.m. and is first come first served.
Saturday films are excl...
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
3:00pm
In Person
In partnership with MyRecoveryKC, we would like to invite you to a supportive and inclusive space for all who seek recovery, healing, and connection. Here, everyone is welcome, whether you identify with a faith tradition or none. Together, we share our experiences and walk the 12-step path in a way that reflects our...
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Sunday, November 1, 2026
11:15am
In Person
Tai Chi is an internal martial art widely practiced for its many health benefits; Qi Gong means "breath work." The practice of Tai Chi & Qi Gong harmonizes the body, mind, and breath, resulting in vibrant health and an elevated quality of life that nurtures body, mind, and spirit. When energy is smoothly flowing, th...
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Sunday, November 1, 2026
12:00pm
In Person
Join us at the Lucile H. Bluford Library every Sunday from 12-4 for Chess Game Day. Enjoy a game of chess while improving concentration, critical thinking, and strategic skills....
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Sunday, November 1, 2026
2:00pm
In Person
Do you enjoy video games, but need a little variety in your play? Then Sunday Game Spotlights have you covered! Every Sunday in the Bluford Teen Area, we'll be playing indie games and lesser-known titles to expand our gaming horizons. While we play, we'll dig deep into it to discuss its design, mechanics, aesthetics...
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Monday, November 2, 2026
9:30am
In Person
The Bookmobile visits Paseo Baptist Learning Center on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Stop by to check out and return items, signup for a library card, enjoy free printing and Wi-Fi, place and receive holds from any Library location, get resources, and interact with p...
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Monday, November 2, 2026
9:30am
In Person
Gain assistance in building a resume, applying for jobs online, preparing for an interview, and other job-related needs....