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Stories that speak to where you are now. Resources that inspire your next step. 

Dive into fresh and popular fiction and nonfiction, stream audiobooks and cinema, find answers through research and discover something new along the way. 

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Dreaming of Libraries

Find inspiration about the past and future of libraries with this list.
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Spotlight on Individual Kansans

Our America 250 August focus spotlights individual Kansans.
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I Am No Man

Inspired by Eowyn, noblewoman and shieldmaiden of Rohan, here are fantasy adventures featuring fierce female protagonists!
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America 250 Read Across State Lines

Here's a list of books that take place in all 50 states to celebrate in your favorite reading nook.
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Kanopy

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Kanopy

Film festival favorites, award-winning documentaries, indie and classic movies, world cinema, shorts and series.

Audiobooks & eAudiobooks

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Libby

Our largest collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines for all ages.

New audiobooks

If you don't laugh, you'll cry: Biographical Humor

Fiction

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Dragons, Spaceships and Killer Clowns

Dragons, Spaceships and Killer Clowns

Period Costumes, Dickens and Detectives

Period Costumes, Dickens and Detectives

Non-fiction

Biographies & Memoirs

Cooking

Health & Fitness

Spanish and Other World Languages

Upcoming Events

Mature Worker Roundtable, part of a series

Aug 19th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Oak Park Library
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Meet with other mature workers as well as mature-worker friendly employers to discuss challenges and successes. Held every third Wednesday.

Gather at the Table, part of a series

Aug 19th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Merriam Plaza Library
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Gather with us to break bread, understand different viewpoints and discuss some of the difficult topics at the forefront of our thoughts.

Saving Energy with Evergy

Aug 20th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Resource Library
Explore energy efficiency rebates, programs and easy ways to save energy at home using energy-saving technologies, products and practices.

World Language Meetup, part of a series

Aug 24th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Resource Library
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Discover new connections through conversation with others who want to practice a language! Each month we focus on a different language.
More Events for Adults

Online Resources

Life is busy, and every moment is precious. We understand you -- and with a Johnson County Library eCard, you can bring the Library to you, 24/7/365. Learn how to make the most of your hard-earned money with our business and finance resources. Explore new ideas by learning a new language or starting a new career. Stream world-class entertainment for free with Kanopy and IndieFlix. All this and so much more, all free to access with a Library card.

Johnson County Library eCard: Always Here For You!

Our eCard grants you immediate access to our eLibrary and many of our online resources. All Johnson County residents are eligible!

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MakerSpace Now Open Mondays

The MakerSpace is now open all day on Mondays for public use! This marks the final expansion of hours to pre-pandemic levels.
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Udemy

Thousands of on-demand video courses taught by world-class instructors.
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Universal Class

Online classes taught by expert instructors at your own pace.
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Consumer Reports

ConsumerReports.org product ratings, recommendations and buying guides.

Relax and Unwind

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Kanopy

Film festival favorites, award-winning documentaries, indie and classic movies, world cinema, shorts and series.
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Naxos Music Library Jazz

Music from a mix of legends and contemporary jazz musicians. Unlimited streaming.
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Flipster

Curated selection of popular newsstand magazines. Unlimited access, no checkouts required.
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Johnson County Post

Local news covering schools, government, business, events and more in Johnson County.

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Johnson County Library is looking toward the future with a new long-term plan. We need your help to create better services and bigger impact. Add your voice to the Library's story!

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