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

Summerfest Concludes July 29

Posted by on July 26, 2011

Statistics from Summer Reading

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 [...]

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Make Reading a Must-do Summer Project

Posted by on June 15, 2011

SIGN UP FOR SUMMER READING AD

The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is putting books in the hands of children in an effort to keep their reading skills sharp during summer months, and stops the “summer slide” that can leave your child months behind when they return to school in August. The library recommends reading as little as 12 hours [...]

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Summer Reading Starts May 31

Posted by on May 23, 2011

ad to sign up for summer reading

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.

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4 Tips to Get Yourself Ready for Summerfest

Posted by on May 4, 2011

Summerfest 2011 is coming soon

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.

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