Johnson County Kansas

The new seven-story courthouse with 28 courtrooms, located at the corner of Kansas Avenue and Santa Fe Street in downtown Olathe, was completed in early January after more than two years of construction.

While we miss many of the everyday interactions we had when our branches were buzzing with patrons and events were in-person, we hope you’ve found value and convenience in some of the new services we’ve launched over the last 12 months.

The Johnson County Commission on Aging (COA) meetings are open to the public and take place at 9 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month.

Finding ways to stay engaged and active during the pandemic is proving to be challenging for many Americans, but it can be particularly challenging for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia and their care partners.

The 50 Plus staff at Johnson County Park and Recreation District miss the face-to-face interaction with patrons, however, virtual programming is a way for staff to stay connected to the patrons and keep them connected to their community.

After almost a year of experiencing the pandemic in Johnson County, it can affect the way you think, feel and act.

A century ago, John Lewis Barkley became a World War I hero, receiving the Medal of Honor. Forty years later, he helped to create the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.

At the Amazing Family Race March 20, 2021, participants can use clues to play games, solve puzzles and have fun.

Traveling has come to a halt during the pandemic, but the itch to explore new adventures remains alive in the patrons of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department. Thus, the launch of virtual book club, “Wanderlust.”

Browse activities in March and April 2021for the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.