Wednesday, February 10
6:00–8:00 PM
Marvin Auditorium
The chancellor presents “Preparing for Life After High School.” Gray-Little also speaks about her experience with youth and her new role at KU. This event is cosponsored with Golden City Sertoma.
See what titles and authors our customers were checking out the most at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library in 2009.
Find out if any of your favorites made the Top 10 list for most popular fiction or non-fiction books at our library.
How many of these popular titles from 2009 have you already read?
Just in time for Valentine's Day, learn a fingerplay about love and sing the silly song "Skidamarink" together
Find some recommended books for young children about love
Help your children remember all of the people they love with an “I Love You” photo book
Discover a fun and easy recipe for Sweet Fortune Cookies, plus Healthy Valentine’s Day Snacks
Download handouts from the popular library program!
The nominees for the 2010 Academy Awards, which will be presented on Sunday March 7, have been announced. Movies receiving the most nominations include Avatar (9), The Hurt Locker (9), Inglourious Basterds (8), Precious (6), Up in the Air (6), and Up (5). This year the Best Picture category includes ten nominees, up from the usual number of five. Below are the nominees in each category with...

The following was compiled from a recent email interview between Trish Nixon and Sabatini Gallery volunteer, Laura Dalrymple. Photographs courtesy of Laura Dalrymple.
Laura Dalrymple volunteers her time at the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery and we just love her! Laura attended The University of Ghana in West Africa during the 1990-91 academic year to study art. The University is located in...
Children are born learning and what they learn is up to us. The first five years of their lives set the stage for all future learning. There are six basic skills your child needs to be ready to learn to read. You can help your child develop those skills. The good thing is that it will be fun for both of you! One skill is:
If you're here, you've probably been considering a college education. And if you're like most people, you've probably been wondering how you are going to pay for it. College Goal Sunday can help!The first step in the college financial aid process is to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Need help completing the FAFSA? Meet with financial aid professionals and get...
posted by Kelli
Monday, February 08, 2010
posted in: Senior Services | New in LP
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They’re here! Check out all the hot new titles that are available in Large Print. There’s a little something for everyone with non-fiction, detective, romance, and inspirational works. You can get on the reserve list today or check out a 14-day express copy if available. Don’t see a particular title? Check with our friendly Red Carpet staff to see if it’s on the shelf.
Non-Fiction
posted by Lena
Monday, February 08, 2010
posted in: Teens | Library Clubs Teens | Anime Club
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Dress up as your favorite anime character for the Cosplay contest! The top three costumes will win gift certificates to Barnes and Noble, so dress to impress. The party is Tuesday, February 9 in the Edge teen activity room from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. We will be making some Kawaii (cute) Valentine cards using anime materials.

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posted by Shannon
Monday, February 08, 2010
posted in: Books | Best Sellers
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find this week's bestsellers from the New York Times at your library!
posted by Jeff I
Sunday, February 07, 2010
posted in: Subject Guides | Non-Profit and Funding
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The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America is accepting entries for its Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award Program.
This annual initiative is designed to reward the enterprising spirits of girls between the ages of 12 and 18. In 2010, Guardian will award prizes to fifteen girls who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship, are taking the first steps toward financial independence, and make a difference in their schools and communities.
To be eligible, a nominee must...
posted by Lissa
Saturday, February 06, 2010
posted in: Movies & Music | New Movie Releases
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Learn more about some of the popular new movies at your library:
Read more to find descriptions, cast and rating information for each film.
Blood Drive
9:00AM to 3:00PM - Main Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Africa Everyday
9:00AM to 9:00PM - Main Main Gallery 110B
Tot Time
9:30AM to10:00AM - Main Lingo Story Room 121
Editing Digital Photos
9:30AM to11:00AM - Main Computer Training Center 112AB
Preschool Storytime
10:00AM to10:30AM - Main The Story Zone 121C west
Tot Time
10:30AM to11:00AM - Main Lingo Story Room 121
Look It Up on the Internet
1:00PM to 2:30PM - Main Computer Training Center 112AB
Drop-In the Computer Training Center
3:30PM to 5:00PM - Main Computer Training Center 112AB
Animentals Anime Art Club Cosplay
5:00PM to 6:30PM - Main The Edge - Teen Room 114
Tot Time
6:30PM to 7:00PM - Main Lingo Story Room 121