Summer is fun at NKCPL! July Library news and info here.

Attention KC Royals fans! In celebration of Summer Reading, and as part of NKCPL's participation in Library Night at the K (see above for details), the Library is giving away a number of Royals tickets for the July 24 game (Royals vs. Detroit Tigers). ALL Summer Reading participants--children, young adults and adults--will be eligible to win those tickets in a special prize drawing this month. The more reading that you log, the greater your chances of winning Royals tickets. Haven't registered yet for Summer Reading and want to? Click here. Want to go ahead and purchase tickets to that July 24 game at a discounted rate? Click here. A portion of every ticket purchased via our site will go to Northland Assistance Center, a passionate advocate for the needy and hungry here in NKC and beyond. >>

Check out these July programs for adults!

All programs are free and open to the public. Registration is required for most events.

** Please note: The Library will be closed for Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4. Have a safe and happy holiday! **

Environmental Toxins 101 II thurs july 5 @ 6:30 pm

Is your environment--your home, work, even your car--toxic? Join nutritionist and pharmacist Donna Kelly for a conversation about how to identify and eliminate toxic chemicals and compounds in your daily life. You may be surprised to learn what's lurking (and where!). Registration is not required for this event, but if you'd like to sign up to receive a day-ahead reminder, click here.

Sew Fun: Make a Simple Quilt (Group A, Session 3) II tues july 10 @ 6:30 pm

This class is part three of a three-part series with instructor Lisa Ronning. For details on this series, go to nkcpl.org > Programs and Events.

Chair Yoga II wed july 11 @ 10 am and wed july 25 @ 10 am

Looking for a gentle form of stretching--but not quite ready to hit the mat? Join us every other Wednesday (approximately) for a relaxing hour of chair yoga with instructor Shannon Wheeler. This month's dates are June 6 and 20. No yoga experience necessary!

Live music! Classical Guitar Concert with Braulio Bosi II thurs july 12 @ 7 pm

You won't want to miss this special hour-long concert with classical guitarist and UMKC professor Braulio Bosi. Light refreshments will be provided. Bring a friend! Registration is not required for this event, but if you'd like to sign up to receive a day-ahead reminder, click here.

Sew Fun! Alterations 101 Workshop II fri july 13 @ 10 am

Have pants that need hemming or buttons that need to be stitched on? Or just looking to improve the fit of your garment? This workshop is for you! Bring up to three garments that need TLC and we'll see how far we get in the allotted time. With instructor Lenora Remmert. Click to register.

Learn to Knit II tues july 17 @ 6:30 pm

Always wanted to learn to knit? Now's your chance! Join us for a 101 session and learn a basic knit stitch, which you'll use to start your first project: a simple washcloth. No experience necessary--and we'll supply the supplies! With instructor Afton Salas. Located in the Common Threads Sewing Studio on the Library's lower level. Click to register.

Caregiving for Yourself and Others II wed july 18 @ 10 am

Have you found yourself in a caregiving role? Are you looking for ways to take care of yourself as well as the person for whom you're caring? If so, join Becky Franklin of Tri-County MHS for a conversation about the various components of caregiving and the importance of self-care. Registration is not required for this event, but if you'd like to sign up to receive a day-ahead reminder, click here.

Make It! An Intro to Art Journaling Techniques II thurs july 19 @ 6:30 pm

Join artist Kim Drottz for a look at some fun and inspiring art journaling techniques. If you attended last month's journal-making class, bring your journal--and if not, no worries! You can still attend this session and make some loose pages. Supplies are provided! Click to register.

Library Night at the K II tues july 24 @ 7:15 pm (at Kauffman Stadium!)

Join us at the K! In celebration of summertime reading, NKCPL and area libraries are teaming up for a night of baseball at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday, July 24 (Royals vs. Detroit Tigers!). To purchase discount tickets, go to royals.com/nkcpl . A portion of every ticket purchased through this address will be donated to Northland Assistance Center ( northlandassistancecenter.org ), a passionate advocate for the hungry and needy in NKC and beyond. The Library will also be raffling off a number of FREE tickets to Summer Reading Program participants. Readers of ALL ages (kids, adults, and young adults) are eligible. To earn a chance, or chances, in this drawing, you need only register for this year's Summer Reading Program. To do so, go to nkcpl.readsquared.com. The more reading you log, the more raffle chances you earn! Good luck!

Sew Fun: Make a Simple Quilt (Group B, Session 3) II tues july 26 @ 6:30 pm

This class is part three of a three-part series with instructor Lisa Ronning. For details on this series, go to nkcpl.org > Programs and Events.

A Moveable Feast: A Club for Food and Cookbook Lovers at NKCPL II thurs july 26 @ 6:30 pm

Do you love a good cookbook almost as much as a good novel? Then this new group is for you! Join us for a potluck comprised of dishes from the Mediterranean region, our featured recipe source this month. Want more details about how cookbook club works, and/or want input on which dish you might bring to the feast? Contact Amy Brown at abrown@nkcpl.org, or by phone at 816.221.3360. Click to register.

Sew Fun! Open Sew @ NKCPL II fri july 27 from 2-4:30 pm, sat july 28 from 2-4:30 pm & tues july 31 from 6-8:30 pm

Interested in doing some sewing on your own--outside of the Library's designated instructional time? Check out Open Sew! Bring your work-in-progress and utilize free access to the Library's Common Threads Makerspace, a new sewing lab located on our Lower Level. Questions about this space/time? Please email abrown@nkcpl.org . Note: There is no sewing instruction during this time, and machines are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Loops & Threads: NKCPL's Fiber Crafting Group II tues july 31 @ 6:30 pm

Are you a fiber lover (a knitter, crocheter, or spinner, perhaps) who's looking to connect with others of your own kind? Bring your wip and knit/stitch (etc) alongside other fiber craft-loving friends! We'll share tips and patterns, and enjoy working on our respective projects alongside fellow yarn lovers. In the Common Threads Makerspace! Registration is not required for this event, but if you'd like to sign up to receive a day-ahead reminder, click here.

Medicare Explained (in Plain English!) II tues july 31 @ 6:30 pm

Turning 65? Join instructor Chris Wilt for a brief informational session about how to make Medicare work for you. Bring your questions! Registration is not required for this event, but if you'd like to sign up to receive a day-ahead reminder, click here.

Check out these July programs

for children and young adults !

Join us for weekly Storytimes !

Tues @ 7 pm and Wed @ 11 am

PLUS: Mon @ 11 am all June and July!

No registration required.

Kids of all ages are welcome to attend Children’s programs at NKCPL. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

FOR YOUNG ADULTS Caribbean Music Workshop II thurs july 5 @ 3 pm

Come experience the magic of Caribbean music via this hands-on workshop featuring Kansas City Young Audiences! Click to register.

FOR KIDS Libraries Rock! Show, featuring Mad Science II sat july 14 @ 11 am

Join us for an entertaining exploration of the science behind summer sounds, such as those made by crickets, squirrels, birds and more. Toward the end, audience members will make up a Mad Sounds band to accompany Mad Science's summertime performance. Click to register.

FOR KIDS KidSight Vision Screening II wed july 18 @ 10:45 am

Come early to Storytime (which starts at 11) and receive a free vision screening for your little one(s). It only takes a couple of minutes! No registration necessary.

FOR KIDS Lego Club II thurs july 19 from 6-8 pm

Drop in for some creative Lego fun in the Children's area! Snacks are provided. Want to receive a reminder about this event? Click here!

FOR LITTLE KIDS Little Ones Rhythm & Rhyme Time! II sat july 21 @ 11 am

Let's get moving! Join us in the orange mural room for a half-hour (or so) of songs, rhymes and activities geared toward kids newborn to pre-k. Stay for some playtime afterward with friends! Want to receive a reminder about this event? Click here.