Thursday, Feb. 9 10:30 a.m.-noon Excelsior Springs Community Room Let your creativity flow with activities surrounding this childhood favorite craft item.

Kids will have fun exploring shapes, naming colors, and creating sculptures with playdough.

Haunted Hotel: The Spirits of The Elms Tuesday, Feb. 14 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Excelsior Springs Community Room Registration required The historic Elms Hotel & Spa has seen a lot over the years, including many famous guests and a few of a ghostlier nature.

One Bird, Two Birds, Red Bird, Blue Birds Wednesday, Feb 15 6 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Excelsior Springs Community Room Registration required Discover hidden feathered treasures in your own backyard! Join naturalist Annie Hartley to learn the basics of birdwatching. This is one program that’s definitely for the birds.

Cathay Williams: Buffalo Soldier Monday, Feb. 27 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Excelsior Springs Community Room Registration required Discover the story of Cathay Williams, the only documented female Buffalo Soldier, and learn about her service in the 38th U.S. Infantry from 1866 to 1868.

For more information please visit: https://www. mymcpl.org/events/