State budget cuts loom over library
We need to let you know about a development in Jefferson City that has already impacted our budget this year and has the potential to create revenue shortfalls in future years.
Read MoreWe need to let you know about a development in Jefferson City that has already impacted our budget this year and has the potential to create revenue shortfalls in future years.
Read MoreAfter over 27 years as manager of the Pleasant Hill Branch of Cass County Public Library, Marianna Decker is retiring from the position.
Read MoreAfter 20 years as manager of the Genealogy Branch of Cass County Public Library, Jackie Polsgrove-Roberts is retiring from the position.
Read MoreDoes the cold, wintry weather get you down? Check your local branch program listings below for details about how to participate in our winter reading program.
Read MoreKathleen Zornes worked in Cass County Public Library branches serving the Belton, Raymore and Peculiar communities for more than 17 years. She retired on Tuesday.
Read MoreThe Bookmobile will be at Brierly Hall in Peculiar at 1:45 PM on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
Read MoreSign up to participate in the Be Well Cass County group of the 100 Missouri Miles Challenge and stop by the Harrisonville library to pick up your free welcome kit that includes instructions for a how to register and log your miles online, a water bottle to stay hydrated, and a pedometer to track your miles. The six week program will begin on Monday, Aug 11 and run through the week of September 15th. Registered participants are entered to win iPods, FitBits and other great prizes given out every week of the program.
Read MoreFamilies who come to the children’s library at the Harrisonville Branch have an opportunity to check out an iPad loaded with fun and engaging early literacy apps!
Read MoreRacing to Read is a program that educates parents on early literacy skills in fun and interactive ways. Pajama Storytime has become a Racing to Read program that incorporates these early literacy skills. Beyond storytime, our children’s specialist, Ms. Sara Steinmetz, is going out and promoting early literacy in the community. She will be visiting Harrisonville Head Start and Thunderbird Apartments later on this month.
Read MoreWe wish to congratulate Marie Vallee on her retirement and thank her for her many years of service as the library system’s youth services coordinator.
Read MoreFrom robots, seed bombs, video games, tattoos and, of course, PIZZA, don’t miss out on all the activities we have planned for TEENS this summer.
Read MoreSummer Reading Program goes into full gear today!
Read More2014 Summer Reading Program is open for children and teens up to twelfth grade. This year we are learning about science as the Cass County Public Library presents “Fizz, Boom, Read!” Join us for our exciting programs that are fun for the whole family. Each branch will also have weekly storytimes with crafts and activities. Thanks to our community partners whose contributions help the library branches provide these programs.
Read MoreTry TumbleBook Library, our new collection of e-books for children! Search or browse a collection of hundreds of animated picture books and narrated chapter books. The online books can be accessed by linking through our website using a computer, tablet, e-reader, smartphone or any connected device. Let us know what you think!
Read MoreThe Archie library conducted a survey during the first two weeks of March in conjunction with Teen Tech Week (March 9 – 15). The teen patrons were asked for their favorite devices, social media games and more.
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