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TBT: Good Idea!
Have you ever had a good idea? You know, the kind of idea that leads to a foolhardy venture like creating a football league to take on the NFL? That's exactly what Lamar Hunt and seven other owners did in creating the American Football League. They called themselves the "foolish club." The AFL and NFL merged in 1966. Four years later, Hunt's Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl. Now, fifty years later, the team we call "our team" is returning for another championship!
Are you a Chiefs fan? Search jocohistory.org for articles about Lamar and the team from back in the day. It's the place to travel through local history. Also, be sure to follow our hashtag on Twitter!
Have you ever had a good idea? You know, the kind of idea that leads to a foolhardy venture like creating a football league to take on the NFL? That's exactly what Lamar Hunt and seven other owners did in creating the American Football League. They called themselves the "foolish club." The AFL and NFL merged in 1966. Four years later, Hunt's Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl. Now, fifty years later, the team we call "our team" is returning for another championship!
Are you a Chiefs fan? Search jocohistory.org for articles about Lamar and the team from back in the day. It's the place to travel through local history. Also, be sure to follow our ... Continue »
New Podcast Episode: Branch Managers
In this episode of Did you hear?, it’s a Branch Manager panel. We brought in three branch managers to talk. They compare and contrast their experiences. We take a look at the differences in service populations, facilities, resources, and more. It’s an excellent and insightful discussion.
In this episode of Did you hear?, it’s a Branch Manager panel. We brought in three branch managers to talk. They compare and contrast their experiences. We take a look at the differences in service populations, facilities, resources, and more. It’s an excellent and insightful discussion.
This Week at the Library
See what's happening this week at Johnson County Library »
Create Your Contest Bookmark, various times & dates
Now Presenting: Writing Contest Winners Tuesday, Jan. 21, 6:30 pm @ Central Resource Library
Legislative Coffee Series Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 am @ Corinth Library
Check out all our events »
See what's happening this week at Johnson County Library »
Create Your Contest Bookmark, various times & dates
Now Presenting: Writing Contest Winners Tuesday, Jan. 21, 6:30 pm @ Central Resource Library
Legislative Coffee Series Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 am @ Corinth Library
... Continue »
Your Tax Help Central
Tax season is here, and just getting started can be taxing. Need a form or a bit of assistance filling out those forms? The Library and AARP are here to help with services at our Central Resource Library.
Tax forms
- Online forms: We're happy to help you print any form at any location for 15 cents per page.
- Paper forms: Starting late January, Central Resource Library will have a limited supply of federal paper tax forms.
Tax assistance
- AARP Tax-Aide volunteers: Get help preparing individual tax returns for middle- and low-income citizens at our Central Resource Library. Starting Jan. 20, make your appointment online »
- Find help: The Tax Help guide from our librarians links to forms, useful contacts and resources for more information.
Avoid the anxiety. Get your tax season off to a good start at the Library.
Tax season is here, and just getting started can be taxing. Need a form or a bit of assistance filling out those forms? The Library and AARP are here to help with services at our Central Resource Library.
Tax forms
- Online forms: We're happy to help you print any form at any location for 15 cents per page.
- Paper forms: Starting late January, Central Resource Library will have a limited supply of federal paper tax forms.
Tax assistance
- AARP Tax-Aide volunteers: Get help preparing individual tax returns for middle- and low- ... Continue »
Featured Artist FridayJillian Riscoe
Jillian Riscoe's songs are born out of "infinite possibilities of creation and self-expression" and "strength, overcoming negative situations and behaviors, empowerment, finding yourself." Riscoe has been a musician since the age of 7 and a songwriter since 11; this longevity and dedication to craft is evident in the arena-sized rock that has put her on the same stages as Pat Benatar, Rick Springfield, Lisa Loeb and Everclear, among others. After an extended absence from music, Riscoe has returned with new songs "Breaking Point" and the upcoming "Creatures of Habit." It's pleasure to share a new interview with Jillian Riscoe about this new music, the inspirations behind it, as well has her book, music and movie recommendations.
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Please introduce yourself and describe your music for new listeners.
Hi, my name is Jillian Riscoe and I'm a pop/rock singer/songwriter from Kansas City, MO. I'd describe my music as soulful rock/dark pop.
Continue »Football Throwback Thursday (again)
We posted this video last Thursday ... and the Chiefs won. We're not superstitious, but re-posting can't hurt!
Here's a nod to those who came long before. Leather helmets? How about no helmets at all? Football has long been a favorite tradition in our area. Discover the story behind these images and details at jocohistory.org It's your place for Johnson County, Kansas History!
We posted this video last Thursday ... and the Chiefs won. We're not superstitious, but re-posting can't hurt!
Here's a nod to those who came long before. Leather helmets? How about no helmets at all? Football has long been a favorite tradition in our area. Discover the story behind these images and details at jocohistory.org It's your place for Johnson County, Kansas History!
Lenexa City Center Drive-Thru
Drive-Thru
Enjoy the convenience of staying in your car to return materials and pick up holds outside the Library, in the adjacent parking garage. To use this service you must specifically request your holds pick-up at the Drive-Thru. Sign in to your Library Account and select "Lenexa Library Drive-Thru" as your Holds Pickup Location. (Holds placed for pick-up at "Lenexa Library Drive-Thru" are only available OUTSIDE at the Drive-Thru in the Parking Garage.)
NOTE: The Lenexa Library Drive-Thru is closed during the 2019 Saturday and Tuesday Lenexa Farmers Market during summer months.
- Saturdays, April 27–Oct. 26: Drive-Thru open 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesdays, May 28–Aug. 27: Drive-Thru open 2:00 - 8 :00 p.m.
Drive-Thru
Enjoy the convenience of staying in your car to return materials and pick up holds outside the Library, in the adjacent parking garage. To use this service you must specifically request your holds pick-up at the Drive-Thru. Sign in to your Library Account and select "Lenexa Library Drive-Thru" as your Holds Pickup Location. (Holds placed for pick-up at "Lenexa Library Drive-Thru" are only available OUTSIDE at the Drive-Thru in the Parking Garage.)
NOTE: The Lenexa Library Drive-Thru is closed during the 2019 Saturday and Tuesday Lenexa Farmers Market during summer months.
- Saturdays, April 27–Oct. 26: Drive-Thru open 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesdays, May 28–Aug. 27: Drive-Thru open 2:00 - 8 :00 p.m.
Lenexa City Center Holds Lobby
Holds Lobby
Located inside the Library at the parking garage level entrance. Pick up holds during Library hours, or during extended hours with a Holds Lobby Pass. This service is available to patrons age 18 and older with a library card in good standing. You must register in person at Lenexa City Center Library for this service. To use the Holds Lobby, sign in to your Library Account and select "Lenexa Library" as your Holds Pickup Location. (Holds placed for pick-up at "Lenexa Library" are only available INSIDE in the Holds Lobby.)
Holds Lobby
Located inside the Library at the parking garage level entrance. Pick up holds during Library hours, or during extended hours with a Holds Lobby Pass. This service is available to patrons age 18 and older with a library card in good standing. You must register in person at Lenexa City Center Library for this service. To use the Holds Lobby, sign in to your Library Account and select "Lenexa Library" as your Holds Pickup Location. (Holds placed for pick-up at "Lenexa Library" are only available INSIDE in the Holds Lobby.)