The Bookmobile will not be at any stops this week for scheduled maintenance. We will resume a normal schedule Tuesday, May 28.
Lissa Staley
Lissa Staley helps people use the library. She is a Book Evangelist, Health Information Librarian, Arts and Crafts Librarian, Trivia Emcee, Classics Made Modern book group leader, and frequent library customer, especially with her preschool children. She reads a new book every few days, but recently loved "Swordspoint" by Ellen Kushner, "Love and Other Perishable Items" by Laura Buzo and "The Reluctant Assassin" by Eoin Colfer and is looking forward to "Homeland" by Cory Doctorow.
HUSH: a podcast discussion from your library about books and movies. This episode (39:18) focuses on Great Books for Discussion with library member Melanie Lawrence — have you read any of her recommendations? subscribe on iTunes, plus continue the discussion on the library’s Goodreads group!
A monthly journaling workshop offers ideas and encouragement for people pursuing personal writing with words and images. Handouts including writing prompts about validation are archived here. The workshop meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am at the library.
New expanded shelving allows customers to browse the library’s music CD collection more easily. Visit the Media Center in the library to explore the selections for yourself!
Revitalize your workout routine or inspire yourself to try something new! 6 different fitness kits are available for customers interested in physical fitness and exercise materials at the library.
These new movies were released on DVD in 2011 and 2012. Browse for these films on the shelves of the library or bookmobile
Search and request in the online catalog – http://catalog.tscpl.org
Check availability in the DVD Dispenser – http://dvd.tscpl.org
HUSH: a podcast discussion from your library about books and movies. This episode (34:48) focuses on Books for Guys with guests Dave Coleman and Nate Hohl — have you read any of their recommendations? subscribe on iTunes, plus continue the discussion on the library’s Goodreads group!
A monthly journaling workshop offers ideas and encouragement for people pursuing personal writing with words and images. Handouts including writing prompts for goals and plans are archived here. The workshop meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am at the library.
A new display of books is meant for busy parents –Just reach out and snag a bundle of picture books for your family – all chosen with care by an experienced children’s librarian around a central theme and even tied up with a cute ribbon!
A monthly journaling workshop offers hands-on projects, ideas and encouragement for people pursuing personal writing with words and images. Handouts including writing prompts for reflecting back on your year are archived here. The workshop meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am at the library.
Community Blood Center will be hosting a Blood Drive for whole blood donations on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm in the Marvin Auditorium at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library.