The Bookmobile will not be at any stops this week for scheduled maintenance. We will resume a normal schedule Tuesday, May 28.
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on May 24, 2013
Prizes are only part of our Summer Reading Challenge. Keep reading this summer for sharper skills that will take you far in life. Grownups, model the way for children. Our summer reading program offers something for everyone.
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on May 23, 2013
The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library wants everyone in the community to read this summer. Visit summerfest.tscpl.org to register or pick up a paper reading tracker at the library or on a Bookmobile. No library card required to sign up. Find out what’s in it for you.
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on May 21, 2013
Go deep into a soil tunnel and get behind the controls of big digging equipment June 1 from 10am–2pm for Dig into Reading. Children will laugh and learn while their parents sign them up for a whole summer of fun. Join us as we kick-off our summer reading program
Posted by Diana Friend on May 6, 2013
The Topeka Metro makes connecting to local destinations possible for kids by offering free bus rides this summer. That’s great news for the kids who want to attend our awesome line-up of summer programs but don’t have a ride. Learn more about this summer bus promotion.
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on May 2, 2013
Tap into your ultimate source for everything library. We have book recommendations, information about library technology, customer interviews, Bookmobile schedule and a complete schedule of events. Flip through the pages of our library newspaper.
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on April 10, 2013
Summertime is a busy time, but make time to visit your library. A world of fun and learning waits for you. Check out these library events for kids, teens and adults for June and July.
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on April 2, 2013
Summer at the library offers reading rewards that you and your kid will dig. Sign up for Summer Reading today and keep kids reading all summer long. When they reach 12 hours, teens and kids receive a free book, plus lots of prizes along the way.
Posted by Elizabeth Roe on January 29, 2013
CURATE THIS! 2013 Teens - Get a hands-on art opportunity! Learn about planning and curating an art exhibit from our art collection. You will work with Sabatini Gallery staff to select, plan and display an art exhibit in the Hirschberg Gallery. You can add this experience to college applications. WHO: 3-7 High School Students from [...]
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on July 31, 2012
Thousands of readers from across the county hit the books this summer as part of our summer reading program, which ended July 28. Thanks to all who participated in our reading challenge and attended SummerFest programs at the library. Library customers contributed reviews as they completed various reading milestones. We’ve compiled a collection of customer’s [...]
Posted by Sandy Hestand on July 27, 2012
Come see the Hermit Crabs on the AdventureMobile July 30th-August 3rd. Summer is almost over, but don’t be crabby, visit the AdventureMobile! Did you know? 1. Hermit crabs can live to 6 to 15 years, but many live only to 6 to 12 months. 2. Hermit crabs will eat apples, grapes, cheese, steak, and meatballs. 3. [...]
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on July 24, 2012
Help make library history! SummerFest, our summer reading program, culminates Sat., July 28 as the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library tries to break a record for our Biggest Storytime Ever! Families are invited to drop in anytime between 10:00 and noon – or stay for the entire 2-hour mega storytime. Kids can get a [...]
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Saturday, May 25
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM - Library Entry Gallery 110A
Saturday, May 25
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor Center
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9:00 AM to 6:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor East
Saturday, May 25
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM - Library The Story Zone 121C west
Sunday, May 26
12:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor East
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12:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor Center
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12:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Library Entry Gallery 110A
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2:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Library Homework Center 121D
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3:00 PM to 4:30 PM - Library Menninger Room 206
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Tuesday, May 28
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Entry Gallery 110A
Tuesday, May 28
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor Center
Tuesday, May 28
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor East
Tuesday, May 28
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM - Library The Story Zone 121C west
Tuesday, May 28
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM - Library Hughes Room 205
Tuesday, May 28
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM - Library Computer Training Center 112AB
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4:00 PM to 8:00 PM - Library Homework Center 121D
Tuesday, May 28
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM - Library Marvin Auditorium 101A
Tuesday, May 28
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM - Library The Classic Bean - 21st and Fairlawn
Wednesday, May 29
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor East
Wednesday, May 29
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor Center
Wednesday, May 29
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Entry Gallery 110A
Wednesday, May 29
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM - Library The Story Zone 121C west
Wednesday, May 29
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM - Library The Edge - Teen Room 114
Wednesday, May 29
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM - Library Homework Center 121D
Thursday, May 30
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Entry Gallery 110A
Thursday, May 30
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor Center
Thursday, May 30
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM - Library Exhibit Cases - 2nd Floor East
Thursday, May 30
9:30 AM to 10:00 AM - Library Lingo Story Room 121
Thursday, May 30
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM - Library The Story Zone 121C west
Thursday, May 30
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM - Library Lingo Story Room 121
Thursday, May 30
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM - Library Homework Center 121D
Thursday, May 30
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM - Library Lingo Story Room 121
Thursday, May 30
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM - Library Anton Room 202