Holidays

Let’s Create Tin Art Ornaments

Mon, Nov 25 2024

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Full (waiting list)

Create bright and festive tin ornaments inspired by Mexican folk art with artist Sarah Hirtzel. Mexican tin art, known as hojalata, dates back to the 16th century.

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The Dickens Carolers

Sun, Dec 1 2024

3:00pm - 3:45pm

East Lee's Summit Community Room

Registration Required

Get into the Christmas spirit with a performance from The Dickens Carolers. These festive singers will share holiday carols while dressed in beautiful Victorian attire.

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Storytime with Santa

Mon, Dec 2 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Camden Point Programming Space

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Mon, Dec 2 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Blue Springs North Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Tue, Dec 3 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Lone Jack Programming Space

Registration Required

The Grinch is coming to the library to spread holiday cheer! After storytime, the Grinch will visit with everyone and be available for photo opportunities. Please register participating children only.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Tue, Dec 3 2024

10:00am - 11:00am

Platte City Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Tue, Dec 3 2024

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Parkville Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Storytime with Santa

Tue, Dec 3 2024

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Woodneath Community Room 1 and 2

Full (waiting list)

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Tue, Dec 3 2024

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Oak Grove Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Storytime with Santa

Tue, Dec 3 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

The Conference Center at MGC Room D

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Winter Gatherings and Appetizers (Zoom)

Tue, Dec 3 2024

7:00pm - 8:00pm Central

Virtual Event

Get ready for the holidays with Culinarian Vanessa Young.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 4 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Colbern Road Storytime Room

Registration Required

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 4 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Riverside Community Room

Registration Required

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Wed, Dec 4 2024

10:00am - 11:00am

Red Bridge Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Holiday Songs Hollywood Style

Wed, Dec 4 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Oak Community Room

Registration Required

Why have the lyrics for "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" changed several times? Why did Gene Autry reluctantly agree to record "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer"?

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Christmas Morning Treats (Zoom)

Wed, Dec 4 2024

7:00pm - 8:00pm Central

Virtual Event

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Storytime with Santa

Thu, Dec 5 2024

10:00am - 11:00am

Blue Ridge Community Room

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Holiday Songs Hollywood Style

Thu, Dec 5 2024

11:00am - 12:00pm

Riverside Community Room

Registration Required

Why have the lyrics for "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" changed several times? Why did Gene Autry reluctantly agree to record "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer"?

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Let’s Create Tin Art Ornaments

Thu, Dec 5 2024

7:00pm - 8:30pm

East Lee's Summit Community Room

Full (waiting list)

Create bright and festive tin ornaments inspired by Mexican folk art with artist Sarah Hirtzel. Mexican tin art, known as hojalata, dates back to the 16th century.

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Mrs. Claus Tells It All

Sat, Dec 7 2024

10:00am - 11:00am

Buckner Programming Space

Registration Required

Mrs. Claus tells all of Santa’s best-kept secrets. Hear about the time Santa got stuck in a chimney, learn what Santa's favorite cookie is, and get all the best North Pole gossip.

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Christmas Storytime

Sat, Dec 7 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Woodneath Community Room 1 and 2

Registration Required

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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Christmas Through the Ages

Sat, Dec 7 2024

10:30am - 12:00pm

Dearborn Programming Space

Registration Required

Who was St. Nicholas? What is the significance of the pickle ornament? Why do we hang mistletoe? Explore the history of these Christmas traditions and more with historian Alisha Cole.

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Deck Your Halls with Herbs

Sat, Dec 7 2024

10:30am - 12:00pm

Parkville Community Room

Registration Required

Keep your days merry and bright with immune supporting herbal recipes for the whole family.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Sat, Dec 7 2024

11:00am - 11:30am

Blue Springs South Community Room

Full (waiting list)

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Deck Your Halls with Herbs

Sat, Dec 7 2024

2:30pm - 4:00pm

East Lee's Summit Community Room

Full (waiting list)

Keep your days merry and bright with immune supporting herbal recipes for the whole family.

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Jim Two Crows Wallen Presents: A Visit with Santa Claus

Sat, Dec 7 2024

2:30pm - 3:30pm

North Oak Community Room

Registration Required

Get in the Christmas spirit with a story from Santa, and make a simple craft to take home. An adult must accompany each child and may take photos of their child with Santa.

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Christmas Through the Ages

Sat, Dec 7 2024

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Grain Valley Community Room

Registration Required

Who was St. Nicholas? What is the significance of the pickle ornament? Why do we hang mistletoe? Explore the history of these Christmas traditions and more with historian Alisha Cole.

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Deck Your Halls with Herbs

Sun, Dec 8 2024

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Woodneath Community Room 1 and 2

Full (waiting list)

Keep your days merry and bright with immune supporting herbal recipes for the whole family.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Mon, Dec 9 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

South Independence Community Room

Registration Required

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Mon, Dec 9 2024

4:30pm - 5:00pm

Parkville Community Room

Registration Required

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Storytime with Santa

Mon, Dec 9 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Excelsior Springs Community Room

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Tue, Dec 10 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Oak Grove Community Room

Registration Required

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Tue, Dec 10 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Kearney Community Room

Registration Required

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Jim Two Crows Wallen Presents: A Visit with Santa Claus

Tue, Dec 10 2024

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lone Jack Programming Space

Registration Required

Get in the Christmas spirit with a story from Santa, and make a simple craft to take home. An adult must accompany each child and may take photos of their child with Santa.

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A Classic Hollywood Christmas, Part II (Zoom)

Tue, Dec 10 2024

7:00pm - 8:00pm Central

Virtual Event

Ring in the holidays with some classic movie magic! Join film historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of additional beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Tue, Dec 10 2024

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Blue Springs North Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Let’s Create Tin Art Ornaments

Tue, Dec 10 2024

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Withers Community Room

Full (waiting list)

Create bright and festive tin ornaments inspired by Mexican folk art with artist Sarah Hirtzel. Mexican tin art, known as hojalata, dates back to the 16th century.

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Christmas Storytime

Wed, Dec 11 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Oak Grove Community Room

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 11 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

North Independence Children's Community Room

Registration Required

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 11 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Antioch Storytime Room

Registration Required

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Wed, Dec 11 2024

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Bridge Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 11 2024

5:30pm - 6:00pm

Raytown Community Room

Registration Required

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Storytime with Santa

Wed, Dec 11 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Smithville Community Room

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Frohe Weihnachten: Unwrapping the Charms of German Christmas Traditions (Zoom)

Wed, Dec 11 2024

7:00pm - 8:00pm Central

Virtual Event

Uncover the rich history and cultural significance behind cherished customs, such as the Advent calendar, Christkindlmarkt, and St. Nicholas Day.

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Holidays Around the World Storytime

Thu, Dec 12 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

South Independence Community Room

Celebrate winter holidays from around the world at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Thu, Dec 12 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Blue Springs North Community Room

Full (waiting list)

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Thu, Dec 12 2024

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Excelsior Springs Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Thu, Dec 12 2024

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Withers Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Thu, Dec 12 2024

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Kearney Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Holiday Songs Hollywood Style

Thu, Dec 12 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Smithville Community Room

Registration Required

Why have the lyrics for "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" changed several times? Why did Gene Autry reluctantly agree to record "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer"?

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The Dickens Carolers

Thu, Dec 12 2024

6:30pm - 7:15pm

Lee's Summit Community Room 1 and 2

Registration Required

Get into the Christmas spirit with a performance from The Dickens Carolers. These festive singers will share holiday carols while dressed in beautiful Victorian attire.

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Fri, Dec 13 2024

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lone Jack Programming Space

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Mr. Stinky Feet's Christmas

Sat, Dec 14 2024

11:00am - 12:00pm

Claycomo Community Room

Full (waiting list)

Jim Cosgrove presents Mr. Stinky Feet's Christmas. Celebrate the holidays with singing, dancing, and stinky feet!

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What If Puppets Presents: Jingle Jamboree

Sat, Dec 14 2024

11:00am - 11:30am

Woodneath Community Room 1 and 2

Full (waiting list)

Chipper chipmunk Randall P. Nutbutter is preparing for the biggest Christmas party, the Jingle Jamboree! Yet his holiday decorations, cookies, and presents keep going missing.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Sat, Dec 14 2024

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Withers Community Room

Full (waiting list)

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Christmas Through the Ages

Sat, Dec 14 2024

2:30pm - 4:00pm

East Independence Community Room

Registration Required

Who was St. Nicholas? What is the significance of the pickle ornament? Why do we hang mistletoe? Explore the history of these Christmas traditions and more with historian Alisha Cole.

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Mr. Stinky Feet's Christmas

Sat, Dec 14 2024

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Lee's Summit Community Room 1 and 2

Registration Required

Jim Cosgrove presents Mr. Stinky Feet's Christmas. Celebrate the holidays with singing, dancing, and stinky feet!

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Mrs. Claus Tells It All

Sat, Dec 14 2024

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Edgerton Programming Space

Registration Required

Mrs. Claus tells all of Santa’s best-kept secrets. Hear about the time Santa got stuck in a chimney, learn what Santa's favorite cookie is, and get all the best North Pole gossip.

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What If Puppets Presents: Jingle Jamboree

Sun, Dec 15 2024

2:30pm - 3:00pm

East Lee's Summit Community Room

Registration Required

Chipper chipmunk Randall P. Nutbutter is preparing for the biggest Christmas party, the Jingle Jamboree! Yet his holiday decorations, cookies, and presents keep going missing.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Mon, Dec 16 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

East Lee's Summit Community Room

Registration Required

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The Dickens Carolers

Mon, Dec 16 2024

2:00pm - 2:45pm

Midwest Genealogy Center Programming Room

Registration Required

Get into the Christmas spirit with a performance from The Dickens Carolers. These festive singers will share holiday carols while dressed in beautiful Victorian attire.

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Holidays Around the World Storytime

Mon, Dec 16 2024

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Lone Jack Programming Space

Celebrate winter holidays from around the world at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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Storytime with Santa

Mon, Dec 16 2024

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Claycomo Community Room

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Mon, Dec 16 2024

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Antioch Community Room 1

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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The Dickens Carolers

Mon, Dec 16 2024

6:00pm - 6:45pm

Raytown Community Room

Registration Required

Get into the Christmas spirit with a performance from The Dickens Carolers. These festive singers will share holiday carols while dressed in beautiful Victorian attire.

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Holidays Around the World Storytime

Tue, Dec 17 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Platte City Community Room

Celebrate winter holidays from around the world at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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Storytime with Santa

Tue, Dec 17 2024

10:00am - 11:00am

Lone Jack Programming Space

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Christmas Storytime

Tue, Dec 17 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Excelsior Springs Community Room

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Tue, Dec 17 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Grandview Community Room

Registration Required

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Tue, Dec 17 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Smithville Community Room

Registration Required

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Storytime with Santa

Tue, Dec 17 2024

6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Independence Community Room

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Jim Two Crows Wallen Presents: A Visit with Santa Claus

Tue, Dec 17 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Kearney Community Room

Registration Required

Get in the Christmas spirit with a story from Santa, and make a simple craft to take home. An adult must accompany each child and may take photos of their child with Santa.

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Storytime with Santa

Tue, Dec 17 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Parkville Community Room

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Tue, Dec 17 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Grain Valley Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Christmas Storytime

Wed, Dec 18 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Riverside Community Room

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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Holidays Around the World Storytime

Wed, Dec 18 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

East Independence Community Room

Celebrate winter holidays from around the world at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 18 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Weston Programming Space

Registration Required

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Wed, Dec 18 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Grain Valley Community Room

Full (waiting list)

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Christmas Storytime

Wed, Dec 18 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Excelsior Springs Community Room

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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Home Alone (Zoom)

Wed, Dec 18 2024

6:30pm - 7:30pm Central

Virtual Event

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the conception, production, and reception of one of the most iconic holiday films of all time with film teacher Frank Mandosa.

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Let’s Create Tin Art Ornaments

Wed, Dec 18 2024

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Antioch Community Room 1

Full (waiting list)

Create bright and festive tin ornaments inspired by Mexican folk art with artist Sarah Hirtzel. Mexican tin art, known as hojalata, dates back to the 16th century.

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Christmas Storytime

Thu, Dec 19 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Raytown Community Room

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Thu, Dec 19 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Buckner Programming Space

Registration Required

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Christmas Storytime

Thu, Dec 19 2024

10:30am - 11:00am

Excelsior Springs Community Room

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at this special storytime. Geared for ages 0-5.

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Storytime with Santa

Thu, Dec 19 2024

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Weston Programming Space

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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How the Grinch Stole Storytime

Fri, Dec 20 2024

10:00am - 10:30am

Lee's Summit Community Room 1 and 2

Registration Required

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Jim Two Crows Wallen Presents: A Visit with Santa Claus

Fri, Dec 20 2024

11:00am - 12:00pm

Riverside Community Room

Registration Required

Get in the Christmas spirit with a story from Santa, and make a simple craft to take home. An adult must accompany each child and may take photos of their child with Santa.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Fri, Dec 20 2024

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Raytown Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Sat, Dec 21 2024

10:30am - 11:30am

North Independence Children's Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Storytime with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Sun, Dec 22 2024

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Blue Springs South Community Room

Registration Required

Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer.

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Storytime with Santa

Mon, Dec 23 2024

10:30am - 11:30am

Green Hills Community Room 1 and 2

Registration Required

Santa is making a special trip to the Library to read a story and spread holiday cheer. After the story, children are welcome to visit with Santa to tell him what they want for Christmas.

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Countdown to Noon: A Family New Year’s Party

Fri, Dec 27 2024

11:00am - 12:30pm

Blue Springs North Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate New Year’s Eve kids' style! Staying up late can be fun, but it also can be hard. The Library will host a countdown to noon where we will have games, STEAM activities, and a balloon drop.

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Kids Create Art: Holidays Around the World

Sat, Dec 28 2024

10:30am - 11:30am

Midwest Genealogy Center Programming Room

Registration Required

Celebrate the season with holiday-inspired crafts. Create a variety of themed craft items for yourself and the special people in your life. Please register participating children only.

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Countdown to Noon: A Family New Year’s Party

Tue, Dec 31 2024

10:00am - 11:30am

Dearborn Programming Space

Registration Required

Celebrate New Year’s Eve kids' style! Staying up late can be fun, but it also can be hard. The Library will host a countdown to noon where we will have games, STEAM activities, and a balloon drop.

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Countdown to Noon: A Family New Year’s Party

Tue, Dec 31 2024

11:00am - 12:30pm

Lone Jack Programming Space

Registration Required

Celebrate New Year’s Eve kids' style! Staying up late can be fun, but it also can be hard. The Library will host a countdown to noon where we will have games, STEAM activities, and a balloon drop.

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Countdown to Noon: A Family New Year’s Party

Tue, Dec 31 2024

11:00am - 12:30pm

Claycomo Community Room

Registration Required

Celebrate New Year’s Eve kids' style! Staying up late can be fun, but it also can be hard. The Library will host a countdown to noon where we will have games, STEAM activities, and a balloon drop.

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Countdown to Noon: A Family New Year’s Party

Tue, Dec 31 2024

11:30am - 1:00pm

Green Hills Community Room 1 and 2

Registration Required

Celebrate New Year’s Eve kids' style! Staying up late can be fun, but it also can be hard. The Library will host a countdown to noon where we will have games, STEAM activities, and a balloon drop.

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Telling Stories from Other Cultures: Things to Consider

Thu, Feb 13 2025

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Story Center Programming Room

Story Center Event

Registration Required

When is it appropriate to tell the oral stories of another culture?

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