Johnson County Kansas

Johnson County Library is committed to supporting our friends and neighbors during this unprecedented time, whether through books, music or film that transport you to another time or place, virtual events that safely connect you to those who share your interests, or resources and workshops that expand your horizon.

The Johnson County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has unanimously approved adding Juneteenth to the standard, fixed holidays for Johnson County Government for the year 2022 and subsequent years.

World War II veterans John Roberts and William “Bill” Casassa remember the concentration camps being liberated in Germany 75 years ago.

The Johnson County Veterans Day observance will carry on its traditional recognition of local veterans on Wednesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m.

The Johnson County Extension Office is offering educational opportunities for adults 50 and older, free of charge until the end of 2020, to help keep people connected during the time of COVID-19.

Family caregivers give a lot of themselves to meet the needs of older adults. It may be possible to ease the stress of caregiving by participating in some services that are available in our community.

November marks the 21st anniversary of the National Family Caregiver Support Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living.

Things will be different this fall and winter, but the 50 Plus Program of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District has found new ways to celebrate old favorites.

Johnson County residents of all ages are invited to take a break from the busy holiday festivities and celebrate the winter solstice from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. K-7 Highway, Olathe.

The International Day of Storytelling will be celebrated from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 21 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. K-7 Highway, Olathe.