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

Bookmobile Scheduled Maintenance May 20th-May25th 2013

Posted by on May 14, 2013

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The bookmobiles will be out of service Monday May 20 through Saturday May 25th for scheduled maintenance.  They will resume their regular schedule on Tuesday May 28th. Remember the bookmobiles will also be out of service Monday May 27th due to the Memorial Day holiday. Reserved items scheduled to be picked up from a bookmobile [...]

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National Bookmobile Day

Posted by on April 16, 2013

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Wednesday, April 17th is National Bookmobile Day! This day is designated by the American Library Association as a day to celebrate the wonderful service bookmobiles provide communities throughout the nation. In addition, it’s a great day for bookmobile fans to show their support and appreciation for these mobile neighborhood libraries. Bookmobile service in the Topeka area [...]

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Spread the Word about the Value of Libraries, April 14–20

Posted by on April 13, 2013

National Library Week, April 14 through 20

Let us know what you value about your library – in person and online Forget “shhhhh-ing!” This week your library is making some noise. The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library joins libraries across the country for Library Week, April 14–20. “All week we’ll be promoting the value of using your library. Come to one [...]

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The Future of Bookmobiles

Posted by on January 16, 2013

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The times, they are a-changin’ – and so are the bookmobiles! What exciting features will be part of Topeka’s newest libraries on wheels? In mid-December the Board of Trustees of the Topeka Shawnee County Public Library gave the go-ahead for the library to purchase two new bookmobiles to replace those currently owned and operated by [...]

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Suspending Bookmobile Holds

Posted by on December 4, 2012

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If you’re like most library patrons, the next few months probably include some sort of out-of-town travel for the holidays. Eggnog and family and colorful lights are swell, but what if that requested item you’ve been waiting weeks for becomes available while you’re gone? Don’t fret! There is an option available to prevent this potential scenario: you [...]

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Bookmobile Schedule Changes

Posted by on September 16, 2012

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The library is in your neighborhood with two Bookmobiles serving the community six days a week. October 1 we start a new schedule, so you can start using the Bookmobile during its expanded hours to give you more access to the books, movies, audiobooks and other materials you like.

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New Bookmobile Schedule October 1st

Posted by on September 6, 2012

New times and dates for some of your favorite bookmobile stops are just around the corner. Not all of the locations will be changing. These adjustments have been made for several reasons including; Increased service hours. More equitable coverage throughout the county based on population and usage. Minimizing extra travel time between stops to use less gasoline. [...]

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Head on Over to the New Bookmobile Webpage

Posted by on August 7, 2012

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You won’t want to be left behind! Take a tour of our new and improved Bookmobile webpage. It’s a short “drive” with lots to see and do. It still has all the great information you have come to rely on– the regular bookmobile schedule and interactive map to show you just where we will be [...]

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Got Reserves? Pick Them Up on a Bookmobile!

Posted by on May 17, 2012

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Bookmobiles are a huge convenience to those savvy patrons wishing to save on time and gas money. After all, it’s quick and easy to stop by your neighborhood Bookmobile location and pick up that hot new book or DVD that’s been on your mind. But, let’s face it – there may be times when an [...]

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Library 360: Oh, the Places We Go in Shawnee County

Posted by on March 13, 2012

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Welcome back to another edition of Library 360, your source for the inside scoop about your library. Today we’re talking with Thad Hartman, Community Services Manager, about ways we get out of the building and into your neighborhoods and some exciting research we’re doing on expanding our reach. As a community with just one main [...]

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