MCPL Celebrates National Library Week, April 4 – 10

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The Mid-Continent Public Library system is celebrating National Library Week, April 4 – 10, with the return of its annual “Access Art” workshops as well as prize giveaways. MCPL’s theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Libraries Empower Communities,” and the Library is inviting everyone to stop by their local MCPL branch to discover how their Library can empower their life!

The Mid-Continent Public Library system is celebrating National Library Week, April 4 – 10

The Mid-Continent Public Library system is celebrating National Library Week, April 4 – 10

Beginning Monday, April 5, MCPL branches will be giving away free tote bags, while supplies last, to customers who come in to check out items and use Library services.

“Each year, we like to take a week to recognize all the different ways libraries support their communities and remind folks about the amazing resources and services that are available to them,” said Ritchie Momon, MCPL’s Chief Customer Experience Officer. “Mid-Continent Public Library, and all libraries, exist to connect their customers to the tools they need to reach their goals—whether that goal is to get a degree, find a job, learn something new, or simply find a great book to read.”

Throughout the week, the Library will also bring back its annual Access Art program series, which offers instructional art classes for all ages. This year’s Access Art is completely virtual, with classes being held on the Library’s MCPL360 Facebook page, or through Zoom. Art supply lists are included in the event descriptions on the Library’s website, so attendees can participate in the classes at home. Additional information and registration are available online as well.

Registered participants at each Access Art class will have their name entered in a prize drawing! Adults will have the opportunity to win an Access Art t-shirt, and kids can win a Crayola Create ’N Carry Art Set.

Access Art programs include:

* Storytime Art Class: There’s a Wocket in My Pocket – We’ll see what other crazy things we find in this Dr. Seuss classic, and then make our own crazy creature for our pockets. Ages 3 and up. (Monday, April 5, at 4:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 8, at 10:00 a.m.)

* Abstract Art and Realism – Through discussion and visual examples, you will discover the difference between realistic art, abstract art, and non-representational art. For adults. (Tuesday, April 6, at 7:00 p.m.)

* Simple Printmaking Techniques – Join artist Linda Nickell and learn to create unique envelopes, gift wrapping papers, gift tags, and more using printmaking techniques utilizing household items and acrylic paints. For adults. (Wednesday, April 7, at 7:00 p.m.)

* 10 Missouri Artworks that Help Us Understand Our History – In association with Missouri’s Bicentennial Year, Dr. Joan Stack explores 10 artworks at institutions around Missouri that reflect aspects of Missouri’s history from 1820 until the 1960s. For adults. (Thursday, April 8, at 7:00 p.m.)

* Let’s Draw: Missouri Hummingbirds [FULL – WAITING LIST SIGNUP ONLY] Join us as we learn about Hummingbirds of Missouri and draw a beautiful hummingbird of our own. Ages 6 and up. (Monday, April 5, at 7:15 p.m. and Friday, April 9, at 4:00 p.m.)

Learn more about National Library Week at MCPL and all the things the Library can do for you at https://www.mymcpl.org/library-information/featured/national-library-week

KPGZ News - Brian Watts contributed to this story