Articles
November 5, 2024 · Katie Keckeisen
Freud and Friendliness: Menninger at 100
In 2025 the world-renowned Menninger Clinic will celebrate its 100th anniversary. The work of the clinic made Topeka the hub for psychiatric treatment, research and training for more than 70 years.
September 30, 2024 · Ginger Park
Recent library trivia winners
See the teams who won September's Library Trivia – Evening Edition and Afternoon Edition.
November 22, 2022 · Zan Popp
Melting Point
Explore the work of Studio Glass artists who create colorful and intricate works.
August 3, 2019 · Chris Blocker
Writing for Children and Teens
Uncover tips and tools to add aspects of stories you loved into your writing.
May 28, 2019 · Chris Blocker
Investigate Paths to Publication
Discover the publishing options now available thanks to changes in the industry and in the way we communicate.
May 25, 2019 · Shari Schawo
Hook Up With Knitters
Uncover the many reasons to knit, places to knit and knitting resources.
April 26, 2019 · Miranda Ericsson
Featured Author(s): Christina Lauren
Christina Lauren are two best friends and writing partners. They're launching their newest book in Topeka.
April 26, 2019 · Sherri Camp
65th Anniversary of Brown v. Board Decision
Learn about local events to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the landmark decision in desegregation.
February 28, 2019 · Chris Blocker
At Bat with Phil S. Dixon
Learn about this baseball historian and author, and plan to meet him at the library March 12.
November 23, 2018 · Chris Blocker
New Faces Right Here
Meet a couple of the local authors who are new to our authors fair Great Writers Right Here.
October 18, 2018 · Lissa Staley
How to Write a Novel in 30 Days
Learn about NaNoWriMo tools and resources to help you write a novel in November.
August 27, 2018 · Miranda Ericsson
Explore Kansas Nooks & Crannies
Let your curiosity guide you to unexpected locations in Kansas.
June 15, 2018 · Miranda Ericsson
Featured Author: Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg
Learn about Mirriam-Goldberg's novel about self-discovery, music and food, and upcoming events.
June 15, 2018 · James Mosher
Soprano Lillian Sengpiehl
Learn more about the Topeka native and nationally renowned opera and Broadway singer who performed July 8, 2018 at the library.
May 24, 2018 · Lissa Staley
The Science of Sound
Learn the science behind how different musical instruments make sound.
February 26, 2018 · Miranda Ericsson
Explore Your World with Poetry
Discover Poet Laureate of Kansas Kevin Rabas' thoughts on how poetry can help us appreciate our world.
February 12, 2018 · Miranda Ericsson
New Life for Poetry in Slams
Spoken word poetry and poetry slams are breathing new life into the poetry scene, and reaching a new audience.
January 30, 2018 · Deborah Bryan
Learning Together
Discover library learning circles that give you an opportunity to take a free online class with a group.
October 10, 2017 · Kelli Smith
Silents in the Cathedral 20th Anniversary
Experience silent films with live music and sound effects at Silents in the Cathedral on Friday, Oct 27 at Grace Episcopal Cathedral.
September 29, 2017 · Ginger Park
Tune into a community treasure
Enjoy the reboot of a library program that’s been running for more than 40 years, Music for a Sunday Afternoon.
February 6, 2017 · Miranda Ericsson
Louise Krug on Memoir
Memoirist Louise Krug teaches you how to capture your own story at a special hands-on workshop <b>6:30 p.m. Mon. Feb. 13</b>.
September 14, 2016 · Mark Rustman
The Magical Flute
There will be some very magical flute playing going on live at the library on October 2nd at 3:00 PM. Music for a Sunday Afternoon will present Hannah Porter Occeña in Marvin Auditorium. Hannah's brilliantly beautiful playing will make you happy.
June 23, 2016 · Natalie Moreland
Opera for Kids
Opera for kids? Absolutely.
April 21, 2016 · Natalie Moreland
Día: Let's get to know each other
With music and dancing, crafts and games, stories and free books for kids (while supplies last), a day at Día is a chance to see the amazing variety of cultures in our community and to learn about someone different from you.