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Happy Thanksgiving!

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Though it has been an eventful and unusual year, we have much to be thankful for at Johnson County Library: the support of our patrons, the resilience and creativity of our staff, and the dedication of our volunteers. It is always a privilege to serve the residents of Johnson County and the wider Kansas City community, but especially so during this challenging time. This holiday may look a bit different for many of us than previous years, but we wish you a day of joy, love and peace (and hopefully a few minutes to relax with a good book)!
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Last Podcast Episode of 2020

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Did you hear? host Dave presented on podcasting--specifically for Libraries and nonprofits--at the Kansas Library Association's annual conference. We share his presentation as a podcast episode. Enjoy.

Here's the description we provided for the program: We believe subscribable communication is an effective and fun way to reach library audiences—even those you’d never think are podcast addicts. We want to share the lessons we’ve learned over the course of two years and counting while producing the Johnson County Library’s “Did you hear?” podcast. It’s been a twisting and turning journey. We’re ready to help you develop your own pod-voice! Find about strategies taken to engage listeners (and listeners-to-be), how to include library staff in unexpected ways, and why we don’t devote every episode to an upcoming library event. Don’t let the maze of equipment and platforms or time that might be involved intimidate you—we cover all that technical stuff too!

This is our last episode of 2020. Look for our return in 2021 with some fun changes!

 

 
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Navigating COVID-19

COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted us all differently. And it’s especially difficult for those who have limited digital access or skills. To help you navigate the pandemic, we’ve created a list of resources that cover a variety of topics.

Johnson County Library is the primary organization implementing the Digital Navigators project of the Community Reinvestment Phase II of Johnson County COVID-19 Recovery Funding. The goal of this project is to provide support and assistance for Johnson County residents who lack digital access and skills who have been impacted by COVID-19. Johnson County Library staff are connectors to education, career, technology, human services and other resources through our information and public service channels.

If you are looking for resources to help you during the pandemic, check out the list below.

Ask a Librarian

Device/Internet Access

Social Services

Health

Business

Employment

Education

Digital Literacy

Recursos españoles

  • Mission Adelante - Recursos para comida, ropa, inmigracion, refugio
  • Línea de Información para el Público de los EEUU – (800) 232-4636
  • Optum Línea de Apoyo – (866) 342-6892
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Nothing can keep us from a good book

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This year has been filled with challenges, but Johnson County Library continues to rise to meet them. Online resources have expanded to meet patrons’ interests, and the buildings are open with safe access to books, materials, and computers.

Your year-end gift to the JCL Foundation will have a profound impact on our community. Every dollar donated to the Foundation benefits all Johnson Countians through lifelong learning resources. The Foundation funds Library resources and educational programs that encourage curiosity, spark imagination and bring dreams to life.  Join JCL's Brian Berrens, for a behind the scenes look at a few of the programs and resources the Foundation and your charitable contribution supports:  

Black & Veatch MakerSpace  

Collection Development

elementia

Genealogy

Incarcerated Services Support

Summer Reading

6 by 6: Ready to Read Race Project KC

The Johnson County Library Foundation’s mission is to build an endowment for the Library’s collection and secure support for lifelong learning programs offered at Johnson County Library. Please consider making a year-end donation, 
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Slam Poetry Workshop with Rudy Francisco

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This workshop will be an exploration of various tools and techniques that will challenge writers to find unique ways to share their stories. This workshop will be lead by National Poetry Slam Champion/ Individual World Poetry Slam Champion and published author, Rudy Francisco.

Saturday, November 21, 1 - 3 pm on Zoom. This event is filling up! Register now »
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TBT: Movember

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As you very well know, November is Movember and that means don't shave that mustache! Movember takes on three serious issues facing men’s health – prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health. To find good photos of impressive mustaches, look no further than jocohistory.org!

Remember, jocohistory.org is the place to time travel through local history. Be sure to follow our hashtag on Twitter!

Happy Throwback Thursday! Some call it the best day of the week.
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Halloween Fun

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Head over to our Facebook page to see our favorite Halloween pictures from our staff, featuring their families and pets! While you're there, drop us a picture of your Halloween costume for this year!