These programs at Johnson County Library remind me why I’m such a fan of public libraries: free books, free education and free fun.
Gingerbread Creative Storytime – Saturday, December 12, 10:30 a.m.
Shawnee Library, 13811 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS (913) 952-3800
Listen to gingerbread stories and then create a gingerbread house to take home! Before you leave, be sure to add a few embellishments to the gingerbread mansion they’re making for the Sweet Life at Rosehill Senior Center. Register at www.jocolibrary.org or call 913-962-3800.
Los Posadas – Friday, December 18, 7:00 p.m.
Oak Park Library, 9500 Bluejacket, Overland Park, KS (913) 752-8700
The whole family is invited to participate in the traditional Mexican procession of Los Posadas. Listen to stories, learn about the holiday, and then act out the procession in the library. They’ll conclude with the traditional piñata and festive celebration. Registration is not necessary.
Celebrate Kwanzaa – Saturday, December 26, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Antioch Library, 8700 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Merriam, KS (913) 261-2300
Learn about and celebrate the seven principles of this uniquely American & African-American holiday through crafts and stories. Crafts begin at 9:00 a.m.; stories will be read at 10:15 a.m.
