JCDS Emerging Artists Reception: Color Stories
August 7: Celebrate artists from Johnson County Developmental Supports' Emerging Artists Program with a reception at the Central Resource Library.
new and notable at johnson county library
What's Happening at the Library
Past is Prologue: “We, The People of Kansas …”
Aug 18th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Online Event
Explore the key components of the Wyandotte Constitution and look at other foundational documents in the state’s over 160 year history .
Book a Librarian
Enjoy Book a Librarian, a one-on-one service that connects you directly with the Library’s greatest resource—our knowledgeable staff. Personalized, judgment-free confidential sessions where we take the time to understand your needs, guide you and help find answers.
What's Happening This Summer
Summer Reading: Read, Score, Roar!
Dino-score a free book while supplies last, join us for dino-myte programs and learn dino-more about upcoming summer reading fun!
Free Museum Days with Your Library Card - Shawnee Town
Your Library card is your museum ticket on select days this Summer.
Why participate in Summer Reading at Johnson County Library?
Grab your reading log and get ready to Read, Score, and Roar!
Walk and Read at Strang Park
May 1st - Aug 31st | All day
Walk and Read in Strang Park is posted year-round! Enjoy a leisurely walk while reading stories.
Questions? We're here for you.
The Wait Is Brutal. These Books Help.
The wait for Threshing Day feels endless, but your next great fantasy adventure doesn’t have to.
Black Thrillers - Adult
Check out these thrillers featuring Black characters!
Movies with Mind-blowing Scores
Music can make or break a movie, these are just some of the films with scores that have moved me over the years!
️Excited for The Odyssey Movie? Check out...
Here are some of my favorite reads and watches - both classical and modern interpretations.
Stay Up to Date with the Library
The Open Book is the source for the latest and greatest news, events, and updates from JoCoLibrary -- all free and delivered monthly straight to your inbox.
JoCoLibrary expands ballot drop box access to all branches
Every branch will have an official ballot drop box as part of the Library’s longstanding partnership with Johnson County Election Office.
Mango Languages
Self-paced conversational language-learning for more than 70 different languages including ASL and specialty culture courses.
Friends of the Library Bookmark Contest
From preschoolers to adults, submit your bookmark art for a chance to have your bookmark distributed at our Library locations.
Kansas Food and Cookbooks
Our July Kansas 250 booklist focus features Kansas Food and Cookbooks.
Fast-Paced Reads for Teens
Whether you're in a reading slump or books often bore you, try one of these!
Teen Thrillers with Latine & Indigenous Characters
Check out these tingling reads with Latine & Indigenous characters!
OnDemand: Heists and Lovable Outcasts with Leigh Bardugo
Bardugo's "Six of Crows" took the world of YA literature by storm with six dangerous outcasts and one impossible, world-saving heist.
elementia Issue xxiii - Legacy
Legacy: an essential component of time, a mark of the individidual, the bringer of choice and change. *You* can choose what your Legacy is.
Thrillers & Horror with POC Characters for Middle Grade
Check out these suspenseful & scary stories with POC characters!
Friends of the Library Bookmark Contest
From preschoolers to adults, submit your bookmark art for a chance to have your bookmark distributed at our Library locations.
Catholic Charities Kids Summer Food Program
Children up to age 18 can receive a free nutritious meal at the Library through Catholic Charities and the Kids Summer Food Program.
Healing after a Loss
Losing someone you love is never easy. This collection of books for school-age children offers comforting stories and gentle guidance.
English Language Conversations, part of a series
Aug 3rd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Practice speaking, listening and everyday communication in English in this conversation-focused meetup. All levels are welcome!
Estudiantes del idioma inglés
Las clases de la biblioteca con niveles de conversación, principiante, intermedio y avanzado pueden ser una excelente opción para usted.
Bienvenido a 6 por 6!
6 por 6 Listos Para Leer es un programa que prepara a los pequeños para que cuando ingresen a la escuela estén listos para aprender a leer.
Britannica Escolar (Español)
Artículos, diccionarios, recursos multimedia, sitios web y mucho más. Los niveles de escolaridad: primaria y secundaria.