At Johnson County Library, reading aloud is easier when a furry, loyal listener curls up beside you. The R.E.A.D. to a Pet program invites young readers to sit with a book and a therapy animal, building literacy skills in a setting that trades tension for a wagging tail. The dogs don’t interrupt or correct. They offer quiet company. “We love dogs because their affection…
Gather at the Table Creates Space for Civil, Face‑to‑Face Dialogue
Conversation is part of the collection at Johnson County Library. Gather at the Table brings people together to share food and talk about the issues shaping their lives. The goal is to help neighbors understand each other a little better. “The Library is one of the only places where everyone is welcome and you don’t have to buy anything,” Program…
Meet Angela Cervantes, the author who gave American Girl a Kansas City hero
On March 18, Johnson County Library will host an event celebrating a children’s character with Kansas City roots. Author Angela Cervantes, creator of the 2026 American Girl of the Year Raquel Reyes, will visit Central Resource Library for an evening with readers and families. The event includes a conversation with the author, time for questions…
Get Creative during National Craft Month
Creativity doesn’t have to begin with a grand plan. Sometimes it starts with a conversation across a table or the choice to try something new. March is National Craft Month, and Johnson County Library offers many ways for people to explore their creative side. Some patrons arrive with detailed project ideas. Others want to learn…
Celesta Cox is Writing Contest Winner with the Architecture of Home Short Story
Celesta Cox has won the Short Story category of our Writing Contest the Architecture of Home with her piece "Margaret, Mothers, and the Messy Room."
Discover your story at Genealogy Day
Every family has stories waiting to be found. Genealogy Day offers a chance to uncover them. You choose your path, ask your questions and talk with people who know how to help you find answers. If you are even a little curious about where you come from, this day is worth your time. On March 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the 2026 Genealogy Day Open…
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