Mid-Continent Public Library Foundation

10/23/2026

We're pleased to share that Mid-Continent Public Library has been selected to participate in the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program on the theme “Between Two Worlds: Exploring Jewish Culture and Religion through Yiddish Literature.”

This program brings Yiddish literature in translation to libraries nationwide, encouraging connections and sparking cross-cultural dialogue. Stay tuned for more information about Between Two Worlds book groups, which will be hosted by MCPL in 2027!

This programming is presented as part of the Yiddish Book Center's Public Libraries Program, a partnership with the American Library Association. Made possible by the Lilly Endowment, Inc.

10/17/2026

What a sweet day for Library Lovers! Members had the chance to decorate cupcakes with Erin Jeanne McDowell, bestselling cookbook author and food stylist, at the MCPL Culinary Kitchens today. Erin shared some tips and tricks for piping icing and also discussed her latest book, Bake Anything. Members went on to enjoy priority seating at Erin’s afternoon author talk.

Don’t miss out on fun Library Lovers experiences like this one! Become a member today at mymcpl.org/librarylovers

10/08/2026

Today is DAF Day, a nationwide celebration of generosity through Donor-Advised Funds! When you make a DAF gift to the Mid-Continent Public Library Foundation, you support MCPL's work offering free access to ideas and information across our community.

To learn more about making a DAF contribution to the Mid-Continent Public Library Foundation, please contact Diana Reiter, Fundraising and Development Director, at dreiter@mymcpl.​org or 816.521.7260.

10/03/2026

Library Lovers enjoyed priority seating at tonight’s Heartland Book Festival Kick-Off with Tayari Jones! What a wonderful conversation between Tayari and Dr. Susan Wilson, a member of the Mid-Continent Public Library Board of Trustees.

09/28/2026

Last week's Pitch Competition hosted by the Square One Small Business Center featured so much ingenuity from local small businesses! Congratulations to Gift Well Soon for taking the top prize.

Many thanks to the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation for making this program possible.

09/24/2026

Last night's event with Ruby Tandoh at the Woodneath Library Center Auditorium was a big hit! Library Lovers members got to enjoy the best seats in the house for this exciting program. Don't miss out on future VIP seating opportunities -- join Library Lovers today at mymcpl.org/librarylovers

09/18/2026

There's so much to enjoy at the MCPL Buckner Branch, including wonderful local art displayed on their gallery wall! The Buckner Branch gallery wall and many other art installations at MCPL branches are made possible thanks to generous donations from community members like you.

09/10/2026

Congratulations to the finalists for the Square One Small Business Center Pitch Competition! Thank you to the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation for making this event possible.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! All MCPL branches are closed today, but our virtual branch is available 24/7. mymcpl.org/GoDigital

09/03/2026

Make a difference and take care of your overdue fines! Food for Fines is back from September 14-20.

Food for Fines is back! Bring boxed or canned nonperishable food items to any MCPL location from September 14-20 to pay off your overdue fines and help out your local community. Get more information at mymcpl.org/FoodForFines