ALL KANSAS CITY, KANSAS PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS

Book Hedgehog

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Main Library at YS Storytime / Craft Room

From reader to critter, make a hedgehog out of a recycled book. Ages: 6 to 14 years old. All materials provided. Registration required, please call (913) 279-2216. Limit 20.

13 & UP ACTIVITY: Catapult

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Let the battle begin! Create a catapult out of clothespins and craft sticks, then launch marshmallows at your friends for total domination!

For ages 13 & up. Space is limited to 10 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

Friday Playgroup

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Come join the adventure! Little ones have fun listening to stories and joining in songs and crafts. On certain weeks we will have tumbling, while on other weeks we will have a guest bilingual storyteller.

Crafty Kids Club

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: KCKPL - South Library at Meeting Room B

Fun summer crafts for ages 8-12. Please be on time! Supplies and space are limited. No large groups may attend. Questions, call Brenda at 722-7400.

AGES 3 & UP CRAFT - Glow Worms

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Create an adorable worm with cardboard tubes and construction paper, then add the special glow-in-the-dark paint to make it shine at night!

For ages 3 & up. Space is limited to 15 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

Teen Club

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Hot outside and nothing fun to do? Stop by the Turner Community Library's teen club! Each week we will have a variety of activities aimed at teenagers. Come by, make some cool stuff, watch a movie, or just hang out! Each week we will have a different activity for you to try. For ages 13 and up.

No registration required. Just show up!

AGES 5 & UP CRAFT - Pom Pom Hedgehog

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Make an adorable hedgehog with pop poms and other decorations!

For ages 5 & up. Space is limited to 15 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

The Very Hairy Caterpillar

When: Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Main Library at YS Storytime / Craft Room

What makes the caterpillar so hairy? Come find out as we make a soddy creature into a fun gardening project. Ages: 4 to 12 years old. Registration required, please call 279-2216 to sign-up. Limit 20.

13 & UP ACTIVITY: Soap Fossils

When: Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Create your own fossils, then use them to wash up!

For ages 13 & up. Space is limited to 10 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

Friday Playgroup

When: Friday, June 28, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Come join the adventure! Little ones have fun listening to stories and joining in songs and crafts. On certain weeks we will have tumbling, while on other weeks we will have a guest bilingual storyteller.

ALL AGES CRAFTS - Take Home Crafts

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - All Day
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Have nothing to do while you wait for the 4th of July? Stop by the library and pick up a craft kit to take home! Quantities are limited and crafts available change, so hurry and grab yours quick!

Crafts are designed for most ages and come with instructions. Most supplies are included, but you may need your own glue or scissors in certain cases.

Crafty Kids Club

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: KCKPL - South Library at Meeting Room B

Fun summer crafts for ages 8-12. Please be on time! Supplies and space are limited. No large groups may attend. Questions, call Brenda at 722-7400.

Patriotic Tin Can Windsock

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Main Library at YS Storytime / Craft Room

Decorate the house this Fourth of July by making your very own patriotic tin can windsock out of recycled cans. Ages: 4 to 12 years old. All materials provided. Registration required, please call (913)279-2216. Limit 20.

Teen Club

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Hot outside and nothing fun to do? Stop by the Turner Community Library's teen club! Each week we will have a variety of activities aimed at teenagers. Come by, make some cool stuff, watch a movie, or just hang out! Each week we will have a different activity for you to try. For ages 13 and up.

No registration required. Just show up!

ALL AGES CRAFTS - Take Home Crafts

When: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 - All Day
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Have nothing to do while you wait for the 4th of July? Stop by the library and pick up a craft kit to take home! Quantities are limited and crafts available change, so hurry and grab yours quick!

Crafts are designed for most ages and come with instructions. Most supplies are included, but you may need your own glue or scissors in certain cases.

Friday Playgroup

When: Friday, July 05, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Come join the adventure! Little ones have fun listening to stories and joining in songs and crafts. On certain weeks we will have tumbling, while on other weeks we will have a guest bilingual storyteller.

7 Ancient Wonders of the World Craft

When: Monday, July 08, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Main Library at YS Storytime / Craft Room

Learn about the 7 mysterious and ancient wonders of the world while making a cool and decorative box. For ages 10-17

Crafty Kids Club

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: KCKPL - South Library at Meeting Room B

Fun summer crafts for ages 8-12. Please be on time! Supplies and space are limited. No large groups may attend. Questions, call Brenda at 722-7400.

AGES 3 & UP CRAFT - Sock Worm

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

It may be a worm, but it doesn't mean it can't be soft and cuddly! Make an adorable worms from a sock, cotton, and puffy paint.

For ages 3 & up. Space is limited to 15 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

Teen Club

When: Tuesday, July 09, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Hot outside and nothing fun to do? Stop by the Turner Community Library's teen club! Each week we will have a variety of activities aimed at teenagers. Come by, make some cool stuff, watch a movie, or just hang out! Each week we will have a different activity for you to try. For ages 13 and up.

No registration required. Just show up!

AGES 5 & UP CRAFT - Mole in a Hole

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Moles are expert diggers who make their home underground. But occasionally they pop out to say hello! Make your own mole and have him pop out of his hole anytime you want!

For ages 5 & up. Space is limited to 15 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

13 & UP ACTIVITY: Stress Ball

When: Thursday, July 11, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Take the stress out of life by using a stress ball YOU get to make!

For ages 13 & up. Space is limited to 10 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

Friday Playgroup

When: Friday, July 12, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Come join the adventure! Little ones have fun listening to stories and joining in songs and crafts. On certain weeks we will have tumbling, while on other weeks we will have a guest bilingual storyteller.

Garden Stepping Stones

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Main Library at YS Storytime / Craft Room

Come make your very own garden stepping stone to brighten up your garden or yard this summer. Ages: 4 to 12 years old. All materials provided. Registrations required, please call (913)279-2216. Limit 20.

Crafty Kids Club

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: KCKPL - South Library at Meeting Room B

Fun summer crafts for ages 8-12. Please be on time! Supplies and space are limited. No large groups may attend. Questions, call Brenda at 722-7400.

AGES 3 & UP CRAFT - Egyptian Headband

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

You don't need to unearth a Pharaoh's tomb to own a piece of historical treasure... create your own! Make an awesome Egyptian headband and cover it with jewels!

For ages 3 & up. Space is limited to 15 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

Teen Club

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Hot outside and nothing fun to do? Stop by the Turner Community Library's teen club! Each week we will have a variety of activities aimed at teenagers. Come by, make some cool stuff, watch a movie, or just hang out! Each week we will have a different activity for you to try. For ages 13 and up.

No registration required. Just show up!

I Dig Games!

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - West Wyandotte Library at Children's Craftroom

The dog days of summer are closer than you think! Join us for a fun afternoon filled with games and activities. Free and open to the public. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. For all ages. Groups of 6 or more must call ahead (913) 596-5800 x1016.

AGES 5 & UP CRAFT - Time Capsule

When: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Time capsules are a neat way to get a glimpse at what life used to be like, many many years ago. Leave a memory for the next generation by making your own time capsule! Either take it home and bury it in your yard, or let us bury it in the Community Garden (be sure to bring some things to put inside!).

For ages 5 & up. Space is limited to 15 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.

13 & UP ACTIVITY: Metal Bugs

When: Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: KCKPL - Turner Community Library

Ewwww! Bugs! Well, sorta. Stop by to create some shiny metal bugs to use in your garden, display on your shelf, or just freak out your sister with!

For ages 13 & up. Space is limited to 10 patrons. Please call the library at 913-596-1404 to register.