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## Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the Library

This November, immerse yourself in the rich history, ceremonies, and storytelling of Indigenous peoples across North America. Attend events and browse curated reading lists, films, and resources.

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### News



### How Football Started Coming to Thanksgiving Dinner in Kansas City

Friday, November 14, 2025

The Library takes a look back at KU-MU football games that began in the 1890s, which were played on Thanksgiving Day.

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### Kansas Woman Explores Indigenous Crisis in This Thriller. Join the Conversation.

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The "Mask of the Deer Woman" author event takes place on Nov. 18, and the KC Pop-Up Book Group on Dec. 3 at the Plaza Branch.

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### This Parade Took Over the Streets of KC for 90 Years. Why Did It End?

Friday, November 7, 2025

What's Your KCQ? What do you want to know about our community? The Library and The Kansas City Star combine resources to find answers to questions about regional top...

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#### Laurie L. Dove
### 'Mask of the Deer Woman'

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00pm

Plaza Branch

Kansas author Laurie Dove discusses her debut book and the high rate of crime against members of Native communities. The novel follows Carrie Starr, who accepts a jo...

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Kids

###### **Baby Storytime**

Plaza Branch |

November 18 |

9:30am

Kids

###### **Family Storytime**

Central Library |

November 18 |

9:30am

Adults

###### **English Basics 1**

North-East Branch |

November 18 |

10:00am

Seniors

###### **Community Health Fair**

Lucile H. Bluford Branch |

November 18 |

10:00am

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### Regular Board of Trustees Meeting - November 18, 2025

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Kansas City Public Library District will conduct its regular meeting at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Westp...

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### Street Sheets

Collections of community providers that offer resources and assistance to people in need organized into printable handouts.

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### KC Pop-Up Book Group

The Kansas City Public Library coordinates this book group with The Kansas City Star. Watch the Library's news page and The Star for announcements about the current selection and m...

Meets December 3

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