Creative powers are in full force this Second Saturday, May 9! We're giving you all the tools you need to explore artful architecture, make plushie pals and share your written works.
For All Ages
Playful Prompts for Composing Prose
Whether you write parodies, parables, potboilers, poetry or proclamations, we'll have a prompt for your project. Pop by anytime to propel your prose.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Gardner Library
For Kids
Crafting a Plushie
Plushies are soft stuffed toys of any size, color or description. Make your very own unique plushie to love and cuddle!
1 - 3 p.m.
Leawood Pioneer Library
For Teens
Chess and Checkers
Did you know chess and checkers are ancient games played nearly everywhere in the world? Come play! Game sets are provided and a moderator is available to facilitate.
9 - 11 a.m.
Antioch Library
For Adults
Need a Critique?
Writing can be a solitary craft, and it's important to get feedback. Get a friendly first-come, first-served critique and feedback on drafts of 1,000 words or fewer.
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Corinth Library
Big 5 Publisher or Small Press, Which is Right for Me?
It can be daunting navigating the potential outlets for your work. Meet a professional writer who'll share experience with publishers large and small for fiction and nonfiction.
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Corinth Library
Second Saturday Book Discussion Group
Let's call it a book party, because the only thing as enjoyable as a good book is talking about it! This month we'll chat about The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway.
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Shawnee Library
We Love Local Authors
Learn about resources available with your Johnson County Library Card that will help you promote your book.
12 - 12:30 p.m.
Corinth Library
Woodneath Press
Woodneath Press' Espresso Book Machine is a state-of-the-art device that prints, binds and trims a paperback book in minutes. Participants will leave this informational workshop ready to print!
12:30 - 1 p.m.
Corinth Library
E-publishing Primer
This session will help you make informed decisions about self-publishing or working with an e-press. You'll have a better idea of necessary steps to get started.
1 - 4 p.m.
Corinth Library
Mid Century Modern Metcalf
Join us for an engaging discussion of mid-century modern architecture along Metcalf Avenue in Overland Park – Johnson County's premier midcentury thoroughfare! This presentation is cosponsored by the Johnson County Museum, now presenting the free exhibit What is Modernism?
3 - 4 p.m.
Antioch Library
Green Bike: A Coop-published Group Novel
In this discussion, Kevin Rabas, one of the authors, shares the evolution of the book from its beginnings as a small group page Facebook collaboration to competed, published novel.
4 - 4:45 p.m.
Corinth Library
If it's the Second Saturday of the month, you’re bound to find something to pique your curiosity and get your fill of fun!