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
The Junior League of Topeka (JLT) marks its 75th year of community service with a $75,000 gift that will support the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library’s Kids Library. The large gift makes the Junior League the lead donor on the Kids Library project. JLT President Stacie Borjon will present the award to The Library [...]
If you are into social media, marketing, blogging, podcasting or just like to hang out with web geeks, eat and have fun learning, come to Podcamp Topeka Oct. 13. Learn how you could lead a session and find out who our keynote speaker is.
The author discusses his book, The Greening of Oz. Come learn about sustainable building and a little about this strong community as well. A Q&A session will follow the talk. Greensburg, Kan. was destroyed by an EF5 tornado on May 4, 2007. In the desperate days immediately after the catastrophe, town leaders decided to rebuild [...]
Your library cooks! That’s right, we have thousands of cookbooks waiting for you to take home and try. Some of our best holiday cookbooks are featured in the blog post. Don’t delay. Get cookin’ on those holiday meal plans now.
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At the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, we take the phrase “lifelong reader” seriously. And when it comes to spreading our love for books and other media, the library starts ‘em young. Babies in the Read with Me program receive a cute, free t-shirt to celebrate their first library card (must be 0-18months). Parents [...]
Author Linda Polly will talk about her new book, Midwest Moms: Recipes and Advice from the Heartland, in a three-part presentation at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library on Thursday, September 27, 7:00–8:45 pm in Marvin Auditorium 101C. Polly is a nationally known author and an award-winning photographer who will share how she developed [...]
Learn about changes to our Bookmobile service, discover why the library is a crafter’s paradise and get the schedule of library events for October and November – plus, free computer class listings.
You’re going to wish smells and tastes could transfer via the Web because Kathy and Diana bring you a mouth-watering edition of All Booked Up. They discuss one of their favorite topics: food! Bestselling author Amanda Hesser and food writer Merrill Stubbs have curated the first-ever online community cookbook, the basis for this gorgeous full-color [...]
Members of the Kansas Artist Craftsmen Association will showcase the latest in contemporary work in clay, fiber, metal and mixed media at the Alice C. Sabatini Art Gallery Oct. 5 through Nov. 2. The highest caliber of craftsmanship and artistic expression can be seen in this exhibit. Judge for yourself. Come in and help select [...]
Clear out those closets and dressers and feel good doing it. Your gently used clothing will warm dozens of people this winter, but first your donations will become part of a cool replication of the classic painting Starry Night. Donate new or used winter clothes at the library.
