KC area writers, clear your calendar for Oct. 16-18 and join us at our annual Writers Conference! Learn more here: jocolibrary.org/blogs…

Today's #EndPaperFriday pick is "Legendary Cakes" by @kerisagreenebooks.bsky.social. This is a story about the tradition of Tết, Vietnamese New Year, family traditions and the sentimental and historical value of shared recipes and food. Find it here: jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S3...

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.

Happy National Dog Day! These are just a few of the puppers with humans who work at the Library. We'd love to see your dogs, too! Drop them in the comments! 🐶

Today is the last day our Spring Hill branch will be open before closing for renovations. Estimated re-opening is estimated in mid-2026. Find more info here: www.jocolibrary.org/library-proj...

look how gorgeous this library is. it's in a town in kansas called Edgerton. "THE BANK OF KNOWLEDGE." like it's so pretty. @jocolibrary.org

Heat index values up to 110° are expected today and tomorrow. Every Library building is a cooling center during regular hours and everyone is welcome. Locations, including hours, listed here: www.jocolibrary.org/locations Please share this information with anyone who might need it.

Oh, this super-cute display at Spring Hill! Look at these thumbprint self-portraits! 🤩🎨

😎It's World Emoji Day! 🎉 Share your favorite emoji(s) in the comments and we'll give you a book recommendation! (shout out to @stchlibrary.bsky.social for the fun idea!)

Olivia's favorite part of making a Library card is the reaction when she says they can check out up to 150 items at a time, including 2 video games and 30 feature films DVDs! How many library resources have you checked out at one one? Don't worry, we don't judge! 🎮💿

Friends, we need your input! The Library is a space for learning about our world — and as your Library we are committed to understanding your needs regarding current and world events. Please use this link to access a three-question survey. Thank you for your help! tinyurl.com/3c3yxau4

Because we will never tire of rainbows--or think they're shared too late--this was the view from Cedar Roe as staff left at closing last Thursday evening. 😍🌈

Jess at Leawood Pioneer caught this beautiful rainbow last night at closing! 😍🌈

Here's what's happening next week (June 29th-July 5th) at the Library. We hope to see you! You can find all programs on the Events tab of our website, here: jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events Programs with an * require registration.

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!).

Friends, we're hiring! Three positions are open with varying closing dates. Please go to bit.ly/4dW0m3C for specific information about each position and its application requirements and deadlines.

POV: When you and Gramma are playing at Strang Park and you see your Dad's truck parked at Central Resource Library there's no public entrance in the back but there's a big window to look for him. 💖

Heads up, friends: All Library buildings will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 18th, due to inclement weather. All online programs will proceed as scheduled and our eLibrary is always open. Get started here: www.jocolibrary.org/elibrary

Friends, we're curious: Do you use the Library's streaming services? We're talking about Kanopy, IndieFilm and Kanopy Kids. If you do, we'd love to talk with you! Respond here with your thoughts--or if you're more comfortable messaging, feel free to do that too. Thanks! 🎬