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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Community Resources

Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Though our physical locations have recently opened, we want you to know that the Library remains an online source of information about what’s happening in our community and where to turn during the coronavirus outbreak. We'll be sharing various links and resources throughout the coming weeks.

Kansas City Public Library Temporarily Closes in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

Sunday, March 15, 2020

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 With Kansas City’s stay-at-home order due to expire May 15, 2020, the Library is working out the details of a careful, phased-in reopening of its physical locations. All have been closed since late March to mitigate the COVID-19 outbreak. A timeline for the staggered reopening is still be...

Kansas City Public Library Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Thursday, March 12, 2020

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The Kansas City Public Library is paying close attention to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in our country and to recommendations from local, state, and national health officials for safeguarding against it. All 10 Library locations continue to operate on normal schedules, providing access to...

North-East Branch Undergoing Renovations Through 2020

Thursday, December 19, 2019

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The Library’s North-East Branch has TEMPORARILY RELOCATED as it begins a complete renovation and redesign. A temporary space directly across the street at 5930 Wilson Rd. in the Northeast Plaza Shopping Center...

Patron Advisory: Plaza Branch Parking Lot Repairs

Thursday, July 11, 2019

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 From July 8 through mid-August, 2019, the property on which the Plaza Branch is located will be undergoing construction that will temporarily close the main level parking lot and parts of the garage.  Learn more about how to plan your visit to the Plaza Bran...

Patron Notice: Computer Upgrades Planned for Week of May 20

Thursday, May 9, 2019

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Library computers at all locations will be undergoing upgrades the week of May 20-25.  This process will roll out new and improved features, including advance computer station sign-up capabilities. Due to time needed for  installation, public computers at each location will be unavail...

Several Library locations will undergo upgrades and improvements to public restrooms the first week of April 2019. Construction will impact branch operating schedules; patrons should be aware of late openings and limited access to certain areas during this time. Read on for which neighborhood locations will be affected by the building upgrades.

Patron Notice: Construction at select Library locations will impact hours

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

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Several Library locations will undergo upgrades and improvements to public restrooms the first week of April 2019. Construction will impact branch operating schedules; patrons should be aware of late openings and limited access to certain areas during this time. Read on for which neighborhood locations will be affected...