Mid-Continent Public Library offers the public an opportunity to connect with the library on a deeper level through multiple events throughout the year. Our Legacy Luncheon recognizes exemplary library service from the past and present while also forecasting the future of the library. Library Lovers members of all ages are invited to special programs throughout the year, from Milk & Cookies Storytimes to exciting author events. Join Library Lovers today to start your literary adventure! 

 

Mid-Continent Public Library is so grateful for the support received through fundraising events. To view photographs from past events, please click on the links below:

 

2023 Legacy Luncheon

Photographed by Meredith Gutshall

The Community Hall at the Midwest Genealogy Center



2022 Legacy Luncheon

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Arrowhead Stadium



2021 Legacy Luncheon

Virtual event

 

2020 Legacy Luncheon

Virtual event

2019 Legacy Luncheon

 

2019 Legacy Luncheon

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Arrowhead Stadium

Independence, MO

2018 Legacy Luncheon image

 

 

2018 Legacy Luncheon

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center

Independence, MO

 

Candice and Terry

 

2017 Legacy Luncheon

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Hilton Garden Inn

Independence, MO 

Laura McHugh and Anna Quindlen

 

Library Lovers VIP Lunch with Anna Quindlen

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Trezo Mare

Kansas City, MO

Read to Reel Trivia Night

 

Read to Reel Trivia Night

Photography by Sara McAfee

Catering and beer provided by Rock & Run Brewery

Woodneath Library Center

 Holiday Reception 2016

 

 

Library Lovers Holiday Reception

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Piropos

Kansas City, MO

 

Library Lovers VIP Event 2016

 

Fall 2016 Library Lovers VIP Event

Three-course meal by Salt Catering

Featured speaker: William Trowbridge

St. James Event Space

Liberty, MO

2016 Legacy Luncheon centerpiece

 

 

 

 

2016 Legacy Luncheon

Photography by Meredith Gutshall

Courtyard Kansas City at Briarcliff

Kansas City, MO

 

 

 

 

2015 Legacy Luncheon

Photography by Jennifer Wetzel.

Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center

Independence, MO

 

 

Library Lovers Gala

Photography by Jennifer Wetzel

Courtyard Kansas City at Briarcliff

Kansas City, MO

 

 

 

  Questions about MCPL events? Contact the Development Office at 816.503.4115.

 

 

 

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