Johnson County Library

Heads up, curbside service users: Curbside service has been suspended at our Cedar Roe, Gardner, Leawood, Oak Park, and Spring Hill branches for the entire day Thursday, January 9, due to weather conditions.

Our Cedar Roe branch is now closed Cedar for ADA restroom improvement construction. It will reopen in June. Stay updated here: jocolibrary.org/locations/CEDA…

All Library buildings are warming centers during regular hours. Also, if you're picking up holds, curbside or drive-thru service is available at most locations.

Native American Heritage Month serves to honor the enduring contributions that Native peoples have made to the tapestry of our nation, contributions that reach right here to JoCo. 📍 @jocolibrary's guide: jocolibrary.org/blogs/post/hon… 📚 Booklists 💻 Databases 👧 Kids eBooks

There’s a new kind of “reading” happening at @jocolibrary, and this one could save lives. ❤️ Thanks to a partnership with @American_Heart and HCA Midwest Health, blood pressure monitors are now available at 10 of the Library’s 14 branches. 🏫 jocogov.org/best-times/nov…

🕰️ Change your clock, check your stock! Make sure the items in your emergency kit are up to date. ✅ Replace the batteries in your smoke alarms and CO detectors. ✅ Check your emergency kit for expired items. Use this list from @Readygov to build a kit: ready.gov/kit

Don't miss the opportunity to delve into your family history and make use of this state-of-the-art equipment. bit.ly/3Qf1KG9

Located in the genealogy area of the @jocolibrary Central Resource Library, is the cutting-edge Memory Lab. This resource is a game-changer for anyone eager to preserve precious memories for future generations. 🕰

Technically it's the last day of Library Card Sign Up Month...but we all know that every day is a good day to get a library card! More here: jocolibrary.org/get-a-library-…

During a disaster or emergency, our neighbors are often the first people we reach out to for help. Use “Know Your Neighbor” cards to connect with the people closest to you. Print cards or pick up pre-printed cards at @jocolibrary branches. bit.ly/4833lVN #KSPrepared

@DrewMitrisin Thanks for spreading the word, @DrewMitrisin!

Semi-regular reminder that you can access the Kansas City Business Journal via @jocolibrary!

Good list here. We can certainly support many, many more units. Urban Edge met Downtown Form Based Code so received administrative approval - one of the best ways to get certainty on a project approval. Bring us your projects!

The closest branches to Monticello are Shawnee and Lenexa City Center Library. Both locations have exterior book drops (Lenexa City Center Library's exterior book drop is located in the drive thru). Find information about all locations here: jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations

Heads up, Monticello users: Monticello will be closed for parking lot repaving on Saturday, Aug. 30. The exterior book return will also be closed. The building will remain closed for Labor Day on Sunday, Aug. 31 and Monday, Sept. 1.

Heads up, Cedar Roe users: We are getting new doors today! To accommodate this work, Curbside service will not be available today and to enter the building, you'll need to use the north door (follow the signs!).

Heads up, friends: Library buildings will be closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day. Our eLibrary is always open! Check out eBooks and eAudioBooks, stream movies on Kanopy, learn something new on Udemy or tackle a new language with Rosetta Stone or Mango!

Hey friends! We're not as active here as we are in other places. To keep up with what's happening at the Library, please visit our other social media pages! 📚📚📚

The incredible stories of trailblazing women aren’t just found in history books—they’re alive and thriving right here in JoCo. #WomensHistoryMonth @jocolibrary, founded by a group of visionary women, has always been a hub for empowerment and growth. ➡ bit.ly/4l3fz7N

March is #NationalReadingMonth! 📚 What better way to celebrate than by catching up on your favorite book during your bus ride? 📖🚍 Plan your route to the @KCLibrary, @MCPLMO, @jocolibrary or @kckpubliclibrary: ridekc.org/routes

Good news: Curbside service resumed at noon today. ***

Heads up, curbside service users: Curbside service has been suspended at our Cedar Roe, Gardner, Leawood, Oak Park, and Spring Hill branches for the entire day Thursday, January 9, due to weather conditions.

Heads up, friends: Curbside service has been paused at the Cedar Roe, Gardner, Leawood Pioneer and Spring Hill branches due to sidewalk and parking lot conditions. If this changes, we'll update this space.

Free cards are available: 🟡 Pick up printed cards at any @jocolibrary branch during normal business hours. 🟡 Print your own cards bit.ly/Know-your-neig…