Articles
May 19, 2025 · Ginger Park
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Mysterious reads
Uncover entertaining and suspenseful mysteries about kids who intentionally or accidentally become detectives.
May 14, 2025 · Andrew Ross
What YA' Reading: AANHPI Authors
Check out these books by authors with Asian-American/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander heritage to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month.
May 14, 2025 · Kate Hughes
Artsy Crafty Library: Paint chip creations
Explore a fun and colorful collection of art projects that turn tiny color cards into bold creations – no renovation required.
May 9, 2025 · Brittany Keegan
Dr. Drab's Lab: Art Exhibit for Children
In this interactive art exhibit for children Dr. Drab, an evil scientist turned artist, has stolen all the paint colors in the gallery! You can help rescue the paint colors from Dr. Drab's Lab May 31 - Aug 24, 2025.
May 5, 2025 · Chris Blocker
Fiction Five: Trailblazing new narratives
How much can one simple decision change the course of someone’s life? These new releases explore this question in profound or reflective ways.
May 2, 2025 · Julie Nelson
Lost in the Stacks: The Many Lives of Anne Frank
People around the world are inspired by Anne Frank's diary. Learn more about Anne's life and her diary's afterlife in a new essential biography.
May 1, 2025 · Natalie Allen
Journey through genres: YA fiction
Young adult (YA) books are read and enjoyed by teens & adults alike. A good book is a good book regardless of the intended audience. Explore Natalie's YA recommendations.
April 29, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Great Read Alouds: Let's Go Outside!
Playing outside gives kids unique experiences and learning opportunities encouraging them to think and create while having fun. Check out engaging books about playing outside to read together.
April 28, 2025 · Ginger Park
Recent library trivia winners
See the teams who won April's Library Trivia – Evening Edition and Afternoon Edition.
April 25, 2025 · Kaitlyn Kriley
While You Wait for Say You'll Remember Me
While you wait for Abby Jimenez's latest romance novel, check out these other grumpy-sunshine, once-in-a-lifetime love, messy character reads. You don't want to miss these!
April 24, 2025 · Rachael Schmidtlein
What YA' Reading: Books in bloom
Uncover engaging stories featuring plant and flower magic that's often a bit dangerous.
April 24, 2025 · Perry Hartmann
4K Ultra HD videos coming soon
Learn more about 4K Ultra HD discs, why they are being added to the library and how to play them.
April 23, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early Childhood Tip: Learning to follow directions
Following directions is important for kids' success in the classroom, at home and in most social situations. Find tips for teaching your child to follow directions.
April 23, 2025 · Katie Keckeisen
Local History: Willie Lyman, the boy who survived a great fall
Constructing the Kansas State Capitol building was not easy. Without modern-day safety measures, there were accidents and, sadly, deaths. But in 1890 Willie Lyman fell 80 feet from the dome . . . and survived!
April 22, 2025 · Liza Charay
Exploring Music Variety
Liza takes us on a journey with a few of her favorite rock, jazz and R&B musical artists.
April 21, 2025 · Emily Bays
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Animals tell their stories
Explore tales told from animals’ perspectives. You’ll find out some new animal facts and you can imagine what life would be like if you were furry, scaly or a lot smaller.
April 9, 2025 · Ginger Park
What YA' Reading: Embracing individuality
Discover amazing young adult fiction where self-acceptance and embracing uniqueness is a major part of the story. These books may give you a better appreciation for challenges that are very different from your own.
April 8, 2025 · Alex Henault
Artsy Crafty Library: Beginner knitting project
If you want to try knitting, starting with a simple dishcloth pattern is perfect for beginners & you'll end up with a handy item you can use. It's a great way to practice stitches & build your confidence.
April 4, 2025 · Chris Blocker
Fiction Five: Embark on the imaginative
Let's dive into the unknown with new speculative fiction. From tomorrow to the distant future these fascinating novels look closely at the mysteries of AI, simulated realities and interplanetary colonization.
April 4, 2025 · Julie Nelson
Lost in the Stacks: Seeking Shelter
Join Evelyn as she tries to raise five children while living in her car.
April 2, 2025 · Emily Bays
Journey Through the Genres: Fantasy
Enter a whole new world by checking out fantasy fiction. Creative authors will take you deep into your imagination.
March 21, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early learning tip: Play is skill building
There is so much more to a child playing than fun. Young children learn essential social, emotional & cognitive skills while they play.
March 21, 2025 · Debbie Updegraff
Great Read Alouds: Life is full of changes
Discover colorful and entertaining books to help kids through the changes they encounter.
March 19, 2025 · Adrianne Evans
Foodie Finds: Cooking can be therapy
Exploring new recipes or techniques, or revisiting classic recipes helps Adrianne shake off gray days and feelings. Discover some of her favorite comforting recipes.
