Filed under: Library Program, Local History | Tags: KANSAS COLLECTION, Local History, MAIN LIBRARY
The land next to the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library’s Main Library, 625 Minnesota, was purchased by the Wyandot Indians to bury their dead. Come and hear the story of the famous, as well as the not so famous, people who made it their final resting place. Discover the history of the 7-Year War and the three Conley sisters who defended the cemetery and its inhabitants on Saturday, March 14, at 2 p.m., at Main Library. Presented by Patricia Schurkamp from the Wyandotte County Historical Museum, this program is part of the Library’s Kansas Reads 2009 celebration. The Kansas Reads book is The Virgin of Small Plains by Nancy Pickard. Hear her discuss her book at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, at West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas.
Filed under: Early Literacy, Library Program | Tags: Books and Reading, DR. SEUSS, Early Literacy, How-to, Library Program, WEST WYANDOTTE LIBRARY
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s Birthday and Read Across America 2009 at the West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas! Hear a story, play a game and do a craft. All ages welcome. If you intend to bring a group of more than 5, please call ahead at (913) 596-5800. Kids under 9 must be with an adult. Wednesday, March 4, 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. (Please come to only one of the two sessions.)
Get instructions for making the hat pictured here .
Past winners of Hollywood’s most prestigious award are showcased every Tuesday evening in March at the Main Library, 625 Minnesota, Kansas City, Kansas. All films will be presented in High Definition. March 3: Chicago (Best Picture 2002; PG-13) – After committing crimes of passion, nightclub singer Velma Kelly and spotlight-seeking Roxie Hart both wind up on Chicago’s famed Murderess Row until a slick defense lawyer helps make them local legends.
March 10: Million Dollar Baby (Best Picture 2004; PG-13) Clint Eastwood stars and directs this acclaimed tale of heart, hope and family. Hilary Swank stars as a spirited boxing hopeful who just wants a fighting chance.
March 17: Crash (Best Picture 2005; R) This compelling urban thriller tracks the volatile intersection of a multi-ethnic cast of characters struggling to overcome their fears as they careen in and out of one another’s lives.
March 24: The Departed (Best Picture 2006; R) – Two men from opposite sides of the law are undercover within the Boston State Police department and the Irish mafia. Each has sworn to take the other side down, but when it becomes apparent to both sides that there is a traitor in their midst, will each turn on each other? Directed by Martin Scorsese.
March 31: No Country for Old Men (Best Picture 2007; R) – Texan cowboy Llewellyn Moss finds himself a hunted man when he stumbles upon some dead bodies and makes off with $2 million. On his trail are a weary sheriff and a psychopathic killer. Directed by Joel and Ethan Coen.
Enjoy some hot jazz on a cold evening! The Kansas City Kansas Community College Jazz Choir and Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Dale Shetler and Jim Mair will present a free concert!
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