We're geeking out with creative guests all day on Second Saturday, July 11. Join us for some of the best games, shows and conversation the summer has to offer.
For All Ages
Listen Local: Beep Goes the Weasel with Dave Cedillo
Get ready for laughs and delightful weirdness with a multimedia extravaganza (plus vegetables!) that is part pop music concert, part interactive science experiment. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and stick around for the film following the performance.
7 p.m.
Santa Fe Commons Park
Movie in the Park
Bring the family for the magical movie adventure The NeverEnding Story! Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and join us for a movie outside in downtown Overland Park. Get there early for live family-friendly music before the show.
8 p.m.
Santa Fe Commons Park
For Teens
YAAC Presents: Andrew Smith
This is your chance to meet author Andrew Smith at a special edition of Young Adult Advisory Councils! Enjoy Stanpreme pizzas, rugby balls and Q & A with our guest of honor.
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Leawood Pioneer Library
For Teens and Adults
Chess and Checkers
Did you know chess and checkers are ancient games played nearly everywhere in the world? Come play! Game sets are provided and a moderator is available to facilitate.
9 - 11 a.m.
Antioch Library
Meet the Author: Andrew Smith
Join us for a conversation with award-winning author Andrew Smith, who approaches untold stories of outsider teens with a unique and original voice. Stick around for a book signing, too!
2 - 3 p.m.
Leawood Pioneer Library
For Adults
Second Saturday Book Discussion Group
Let's call it a book party, because the only thing as delightful as a good book is talking about it! This month we'll chat about The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty.
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Shawnee Library
Mature Tales: Fringe Festival Performances and Reception
Get a sneak peak of performances in this year's KC Fringe Festival. A reception for Fringe Festival visual artists exhibiting in the Library all summer long follows the performances.
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Antioch Library
If it's the Second Saturday of the month, you’re bound to find something to pique your curiosity and get your fill of fun!