The Bookmobile will not be at any stops this week for scheduled maintenance. We will resume a normal schedule Tuesday, May 28.

Lisa Coble-Krings

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A public relations professional, editor and writer, Lisa shares the library story in her blog posts, in the bimonthly Library News, and media interviews. A self-described social media and news nut, Lisa harnesses that passion to raise awareness and understanding of the library's vital role in this community.

Contact Lisa at LCoble-Krings@tscpl.org

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Statistics from Summer Reading

Summerfest Concludes July 29

Wow, it’s official! 5,565 children, 718 teens and 1,326 adults signed up for summer reading, which is the largest enrollment since the library started keeping stats. The library sends a big thank you to those who read thousands of hours during summer break. Keep reading because prizes can still be had! Hours can be tracked [...]

Watch our 2010 Annual Report

Missed 2010? See it Again in a Series of Web Videos

Topekans and Shawnee Countians can look for familiar faces and hear about the many stories that they wrote when they used the library in 2010. Listen and watch a 6-video story of the year in the life of the library. “The project shows you treasured moments at the library and discusses the vital role it [...]

connectnow magazine gets a makeover

August/September connectnow – What’s Happening @ your library

Starting this week, library card holders will receive our connectnow magazine in the mail. This makes planning your time at the library more convenient and helps you become a walking encyclopedia of library activities and news. Keep an eye out for your copy. At-home deliver isn’t the only change to our bimonthly magazine. It’s now [...]

Dark Command showing on the lawn of the state capitol

Movie on the Lawn Series at the Capitol

This summer, spend some time at the capitol building like you never have before. This is date night done cheap! Grab a blanket and cuddle up for a six-movie series provided in conjunction with Summerfest 2011 and the Kansas sesquicentennial.

Summer Reading Prizes

Our annual summer reading program starts May 31 and ends on July 29. Record your reading hours  at summerfest.tscpl.org.  After every 2 hours (up to 16 hours) you are eligible for a prize which can be picked up at any bookmobile stop or the main library.  All participants who read at least 12 hours (or [...]

ad to sign up for summer reading

Summer Reading Starts May 31

Join the adventure. Be part of our summer reading program. You and your kids can sign up and read for great prizes, like free chocolate, ice cream and bowling passes. Learn what’s in store for you this summer at the library.

Take a Look at the Mural Work in our Kids Library

Transforming the Walls in the Kids Library

A popular community hangout for families has a new look. Come into the library and see for  yourself the recent improvements to our Kids Library. A book, a movie or one of our children’s programs is a great excuse to visit your library. We are painting the walls – and look for 3D attractions like [...]

Summerfest 2011 is coming soon

4 Tips to Get Yourself Ready for Summerfest

Our Summerfest reading program helps bridge the reading gap that forms during summer break from school. Plus, it’s just fun. Find out what this year’s themes are and when you can start tracking your time. Plus, learn what’s happening this summer at the library.