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May 31, 2023 · Arion Beals
Kid Tested Librarian, Approved: Get outdoors
If you're planning a day of family fun or entertaining a group of kids, playing outside can be the perfect answer.
February 10, 2023 · Zan Popp
Shades of Greatness
Exhibit features art by 28 diverse artists who interpret the Negro Leagues experience.
September 12, 2022 · Nessa Johnson
The Reel World: Step outside your arena
Nessa recommends intriguing documentaries about unique sports that might not on be on your radar.
August 25, 2021 · Guest Blogger
Cargo bikes reduce driving & increase happiness
Learn about Topekans using cargo bikes to carry groceries, kids, tools and a playhouse.
July 27, 2019 · Dave Coleman
Sports on the Moon
Imagine how the moon's gravity would affect the way sports are are played.
May 8, 2019 · Matt Pettit
Get Ready to Jump from a Plane
Check out skydiving facts and resources to gear up for a jump or just admire those who do.
April 4, 2019 · Dave Coleman
Pickleball Anyone?
Learn about America's fastest growing sport.
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.
February 1, 2019 · Matt Pettit
Making the Most of Hunting and Fishing
Discover hunting and fishing resources at the library.
July 5, 2018 · Matt Pettit
ABC's Wide World of Sports
Older sports fans will remember a groundbreaking show that introduced American television audiences to numerous sports.
April 5, 2018 · Dave Coleman
Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Learn the history of baseball's favorite song.
February 4, 2018 · Matt Pettit
More Evel
Browse this review of the Evel Knievel Museum and recommendations for Evel reads.
January 4, 2018 · Dave Coleman
The Greatest of All Time
A new book on Muhammad Ali shines light on his life in and out of the ring.
December 7, 2017 · Nate Hohl
The Magic of a Championship Season
Explore recommended championship season reads, even if your team wasn't the winner.
October 4, 2017 · Matt Pettit
Being Evel
Learn more about the complicated and stunt-filled life of Evel Knievel.
June 12, 2017 · Nate Hohl
2017 Topeka Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
Who are the 2017 Topeka Sports Hall of Fame Inductees? Nate shares the names and bios of each of the three new inductees.
May 22, 2017 · Matt Pettit
Places of Baseball
Baseball fans focus on the obvious—players and teams—the who, why and how of the game. One aspect of Major League Baseball is always in front of us—the where. Place matters to owners, players and fans.
April 20, 2017 · Nate Hohl
The Accomplishments of the Late Steve Tilford
Topeka native and cycling great Steve Tilford was tragically killed in a car accident earlier this month. Nate highlights some of Tilford's accomplishments in the world of cycling.
March 23, 2017 · Matt Pettit
Opening Day, 1947
The story of how Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier in 1947.
September 29, 2016 · Nate Hohl
Remembering Arnold Palmer and Jose Fernandez
Sunday was a tough day in the world of sports. Two prominent sports figures - Arnold Palmer and Jose Fernandez - died, one a legend in his sport for decades, and the other just beginning to tap the limitless potential in his right arm. Both will be remembered; one for all he accomplished in his sport, and the other for all he might have accomplished.
June 29, 2016 · Dave Coleman
Passing of a Pioneer
June 22, 2016 · Matt Pettit
Pelé - soccer star
Legendary Brazilian football star Pelé is in the news. Find out more about him!
June 5, 2016 · Nate Hohl
Muhammad Ali - 1942-2016
Want to know more about arguably the greatest boxer who ever lived, and one of the most influential figures of the 20th Century? Nate lets you know what the library has to offer.
April 14, 2016 · Matt Pettit
Wrigley Field Slugfest: Check out a Ball Game!
The game was on Thursday afternoon May 17, 1979 at Chicago’s Wrigley Field. The Cubs hosted the Philadelphia Phillies. This game has it all for the baseball fan ... and you can check it out!
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