Established in 1965, Mid-Continent Public Library is one of the largest library systems in the United States. It offers a range of books and reference materials on various subjects, including science, mathematics, language and social studies. The library operates through more than 25 branches in Clay, Jackson and Platte counties in western Missouri. Mid-Continent Public Library has a collection of over 3 million books. The library features CDs, DVDs, and audio and video cassettes. It provides online resources for homework, research and recreational materials. The library also offers several activities and programs for children and youths. Mid-Continent Public Library maintains a location in Independence, Mo.
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The branch offers customers a wide array of free resources and servicesfrom books, movies, and music, available in both physical and streaming formats, to technology services, including in-branch public computers and Wi-Fi as well as Chromebooks and internet hotspots available for checkout. MCPL also offers free access to many online research and learning resources, online classes and tutoring services, and digital versions of popular publications such as The Kansas City Star and other daily newspapers. Customers may browse for materials, reserve meeting rooms, and attend in-person programs for all ages.
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Connecting members of our dynamic community with information, tools, resources, and welcoming spaces to enrich their lives. As a public library, KCKPL recognizes that the library serves all residents of Wyandotte County, no matter age or economic conditions. This service area comprises a large and diverse population that is challenged by high levels of poverty and poor economic conditions. The goals of the library speak to broad community needs, including adequately located, maintained, accessible and secure public spaces; to ensure that services being offered to patrons are current and meet the needs of a constantly evolving community; to ensure that KCKPL is a good steward of tax-payer dollars; and that all citizens of Wyandotte County have access to library services.
The branch offers customers a wide array of free resources and servicesfrom books, movies, and music, available in both physical and streaming formats, to technology services, including in-branch public computers and Wi-Fi as well as Chromebooks and internet hotspots available for checkout. MCPL also offers free access to many online research and learning resources, online classes and tutoring services, and digital versions of popular publications such as The Kansas City Star and other daily newspapers. Customers may browse for materials, reserve meeting rooms, and attend in-person programs for all ages.
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