We are creating a new mural. Please visit free people read freely for more information.

The mural has been hung.
Visit the teen room to see it in all its glory.

Congrats to Farah who appeared in the Johnson County Sun with County Librarian Mona Carmack hugging her. The photo was taken at the September 11th Remembrance Ceremony last Monday.

more publicity

Another article that appeared today in The Kansas City Star. Included is quite a bit of Farah's reading. Angel is quoted too.

Here's a photo of a firefighter looking at the mural.

A couple more instances of mural recognition. The first is from when The Kansas City Star came to the mural unveiling. The photos are on the Community Faces page. The photo above is from the KC Star webpage.

Great job to Angel and Farah! Looks like it was pretty emotional at the remembrance ceremony last night. The photo of both is printed in the September 12th edition of The Kansas City Star and online.

I want to bring your attention to a story in which you're featured. This is from the Johnson County Government Newsletter. To see it, follow this link. Then click on JoCo Info--on the top left side of the page. What great recognition for your efforts!

Also, you and your family and friends may want to attend tonight's September 11th Rememberance Ceremony here at the Central Resource Library. Here's a description of the program:

A special program will be held in remembrance of the September 11 tragedy. Key note addresses by first responders and county officials. Musical and poetry tributes. Join us on the patio in front of the library at 8:45 p.m. for a candlelight vigil as well. Special music. Check the Library’s Web site for more information: www.jocolibrary.org/democracy

September 11th Remembrance Ceremony
7 p.m.
Central Resource Library
9875 W. 87th St.
Overland Park, KS

The latest news is that the ceremony is being moved inside. So, no need to worry about the weather or the fate of the mural. Oh! The mural will be the backdrop to the ceremony. I'm sure Angel told all of you, but we should let others know who read this blog.

Here are some photos

from the event last night.

You did an awesome job!

If you're interested in helping with our teen literary magazine, elementia, contact Angel or me. We'll need your help Tuesday, October 17th at our work night and other times too during October and November.

It's been great getting to know all of you. Please stop by and see me sometime. Or drop me an e-mail and let me know how things are going.

Oh! I nearly forgot. For those who seemed interested, the photography contest deadline is September 20th. For more information take a look at the teen page of our website.

Check out the teen library blog we have for more information on events happening here at the Central Resource Library.

Saturday

A room is reserved from 9 AM to 1 PM for you to paint. This is the last opportunity you'll have to work on the mural. The library is closed Sunday and Monday for the holiday.

We'll see you Tuesday evening. Be sure to bring your friends and family to share your creation.