What's Happening at Your Library - April/May Connectnow

schedule april–may2011

Mobile App see page 1

your place

Friends’ 40th B-Day see page 16

stories you want. information you need. connections you seek.

Green Fair

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What do you value about the library most?

“I really like checking out movies and music. I also value the on anything I am interested in.”

Lauren Henry,

checkthisout big changes on the way for this publication

What’s happening at your library? Look no further than your mailbox.

No subscription necessary. All library card households will receive connectnow in the mail starting with the June/July edition.

library launches mobile app

Picture this: You’re on a bike ride around town and hit a pothole. Now your bike is jacked. You need to get a book on bicycle repair. Use your smartphone to search the catalog. Check out a book

You’ll receive release dates and reviews of new books, movies and audiobooks. We’ll keep you up-to-date on library services, including leading-edge services catering to the portable media device owner.

Can’t find anything to do with the inlaws or other out-of-town guests? We’re including a rundown of events listed by day in calendar order for your convenience.

This bimonthly publication will arrive about 30 days prior to the months it covers, so you’ll have plenty of time to see how library programs and classes fit into your busy schedule.

Check your mailbox. If you know someone who would enjoy this, pass it along. We have something for everyone at the library.

Have questions about the changes? Email Diana at dfriend@tscpl.org.

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omg... library website gets an upgrade

We call our website the Digital Branch Library because customers can do almost everything on our site that they can do in the physical building. That is the promise we make to you as we roll out our redesigned site, www.tscpl.org. Log on!

The redesigned site offers:  Easy-to-find bestsellers and other popular new releases displayed on a virtual bookshelf.  Ability to reserve books, DVDs and other library materials that interest you at catalog.tscpl.org.  Videos, photos and blogs to help you relive programs you enjoyed or those you might have missed. Music files, ebooks, audiobooks and even video for your portable media device or smartphone.  Reserve a meeting room online.

amount of information available. I can come here and find information Washburn University student and library cardholder for 20 years

instead of buying it and save your money for repairs.

the list, you can search the catalog and request it – all in about one minute’s time.

Or maybe you have wanted to read a book and can’t recall if you’ve placed a request. No matter where you are, you can connect to your account and see a list of items you have on hold. If it’s not on

These conveniences, and many others, are possible when you download the “Topeka Library” mobile application to your smartphone.

your library goes where you go

The Topeka Library app allows you to access the latest books, DVDs, music and games; place a hold on desired items; renew your stuff; and find a bookmobile stop and book drop wherever you are.

Have our social media pages and a calendar of library events in the palm of your hand.

Search your phone’s application store for the free Topeka Library app.

Our site’s navigation is now clearer and will be your map to find out about all the services, programs and collections we provide – as well as a link to our catalog.

Below the navigation bar, see important messages from your librarians.

We will continue to tweak our newly designed Digital Branch throughout the year. We’d like to hear your comments.

Call David at 785-580-4601 or email webmaster@tscpl.org.

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LEARN A NEW SKILL WHEN YOU TAKE OUR Computer Classes

Internet Introduction

■ All classes in the Computer Training Center.

Tue Tue Fri Mon Tue Thu

To register call 785-580-4606 or e-mail class@tscpl.org.

All classroom computers have Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2007.

Beginning Classes

Designed for the new computer user and presented at a relaxed pace. Try taking the classes in the order listed for a good, basic understanding.

Taming Your Mouse

Learn the proper way to hold and move the mouse.

Come to one of these sessions or attend a Drop-In class.

Dates and times at the end of the schedule.

Tue Thu Tue Thu Mon

Apr 5 Apr 14 Apr 26 May 12 May 23

9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

Beginning Windows

Learn about the keyboard, desktop, icons, start button, task bar, calculator and WordPad. Wed Fri Mon Wed Fri Thu Tue

Apr 6 Apr 15 Apr 18 Apr 27 May 13 May 19 May 24

9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

E-books with Kansas OverDrive

Learn how to use your E-reader with our free Kansas OverDrive service. We will cover how to browse titles, download Overdrive software, and transfer e-books to your compatible Sony E-reader, Barnes & Noble Nook, or the Kobo E-reader.

Wed Apr 6 Tue May 3

Learn to set margins and tabs, change fonts, spell check, select text, save and delete files.

Apr 8 Apr 18 Apr 25 Apr 28 May 16 May 25 May 26

Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 29 May 2 May 17 May 26

9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm

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9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 7:00–8:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

E-Mail With Yahoo! Mail

Learn to address, compose, reply to and forward messages.

Wed Wed Tue Wed Fri

Apr 13 Apr 20 May 3 May 18 May 27

9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

Beyond The Basics

Take the following classes whenever you feel ready for more challenging projects. These classes are presented at a faster pace than the beginning classes.

Google It

Google does more than find web pages. Search for pictures, videos, maps and stuff to buy on the Internet. See your home with Google Maps. Use Google Docs for word processing, spreadsheets and more.

Fri Fri Thu Wed Thu

Apr 1 Apr 15 Apr 21 May 4 May 19

1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm

Look It Up on the Internet

Learn to use the library’s online catalog and some electronic resources available from the library or from home.

1:00 pm–2:30 pm Mon Apr 4 7:00–8:30 pm Fri May 6

Word: Introduction to Word Processing Fri Mon Mon Thu Mon Wed Thu

Learn basic internet functions and visit some interesting sites.

1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am

Facebook for Beginners

Sign up for a Facebook account and learn the basics of this popular social networking site. Be sure to bring your e-mail address and password.

Tue Thu Thu Fri

Apr 5 Apr 21 May 5 May 20

1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 7:00–8:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

FREE COMPUTER CLASSES Cut, Copy & Paste

Using Microsoft Word, learn to select text, cut, copy and paste.

Tue Apr 19 Thu May 5 Tue May 24

9:30–11:00 am 1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am

Word: Graphics

Learn to draw shapes, use clip art, WordArt, text boxes and more.

Wed Apr 20 Thu May 12

9:30–11:00 am 7:00–8:30 pm

Editing Digital Photos

Learn to crop, rotate, resize, reduce red eye, play with color and use special effects on your digital photos using free online software.

Mon Apr 4 Mon May 9

7:00–8:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

PowerPoint

Create dynamic presentations. Learn to insert slides, add text, graphics, transitions and animations.

Thu Apr 7 Tue May 10

7:00–8:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

Word: Tables, Tabs & Columns

Learn to set tabs, construct tables and use columns.

Mon Apr 11 Tue May 17

7:00–8:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am

Excel: Introduction to Spreadsheets

Learn about cells, columns, rows, AutoSum, simple functions or formulas and page setup features.

Thu Thu Mon Tue

Apr 7 Apr 14 May 9 May 10

Word: Mail Merge & Mailing Labels

Create mailing labels, envelopes, personalized form letters and directories by combining a data list with Word.

Wed Apr 13 Mon May 23

1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm

WinWay Resumé Writing

Learn to create professional-looking resumés with WinWay Resumé, a simple-to-use program also used at the Topeka Workforce Center.

Wed Apr 27 Fri May 20

3:30–5:00 pm 9:30–11:00 am

Drop-In

Practice new computer skills, learn to use a mouse or get a little help with computer problems. This is also a good time to learn more advanced techniques or to work on job applications and resumes. Come and go anytime during the session.

Sat Tue Tue Sat Tue Tue Sat Tue Tue Tue Sat Tue Tue

Apr 2 Apr 5 Apr 12 Apr 16 Apr 19 Apr 26 Apr 30 May 3 May 10 May 17 May 21 May 24 May 31

9:30–11:00 am 3:30–5:00 pm 3:30–5:00 pm 9:30–11:00 am 3:30–5:00 pm 3:30–5:00 pm 9:30–11:00 am 3:30–5:00 pm 3:30–5:00 pm 3:30–5:00 pm 9:30–11:00 am 3:30–5:00 pm 3:30–5:00 pm

1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am

Excel: Lists

Familiarity with basic Excel is required for this class. Learn the basics of data lists or tables. Create field names, sort lists and link worksheets.

Fri Thu Wed Mon

Apr 8 Apr 21 May 11 May 16

1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am 7:00–8:30 pm

Access: Introduction to Databases

Create a database from a template or from scratch, add data and use reports. This is an advanced class for those who want to learn a database program.

Tue Apr 12 Wed May 18

1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am

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YOUTH PROGRAMS Sunnyside Up Saturday

Parents and Kids Together [all ages]

Sing songs and read stories about books, reading and libraries. Make a ribbon bookmark, a laminated bookmark and a tassel bookmark. Children of all ages attend with a parent or caregiver.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Sat

Apr 2

10:00–11:00 am

Amazing Animals

Kansas Endangered Animals [grades 1–5]

Learn how easily animals can become endangered. Visit with some amazing Kansas critters and make a Toad Abode for the froggy friends in your backyard.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Mon

Apr 4

4:30–5:30 pm

Preschool Storytime [3–5 years]

Stories, songs and activities to encourage a love of reading and develop school skills at an early age.

■ Story Zone

Tue Wed Thu Tue Wed Thu

Apr 5, 19, 26 10:00–10:30 am Apr 6, 20, 27 10:00–10:30 am Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00–10:30 am May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10:00–10:30 am May 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00–10:30 am May 5, 12, 19, 26 10:00–10:30 am

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4-H in the Library [ages 6–11]

Shawnee County 4-H members entertain you with a variety of exciting crafts and projects.

■ Story Zone

Tue Tue Tue

Apr 5 Apr 19 May 3

4:00–5:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm 4:00–5:00 pm

Sing, Move & Learn [3–5 years and their families]

Learn how to use music, movement and books to connect with your child and promote playful learning. Cosponsored

by ERC Resource & Referral and Early Reading First.

Registration required. Call ERC at 785-357-5171.

■ Story Zone

Wed Apr 6 Wed May 4

6:30–7:30 pm 6:30–7:30 pm

Zoo Animals Live [all ages]

Meet some of the Topeka Zoo’s animal residents up close as wildlife rehabilitators help you separate animal fact from fiction.

■ Story Zone

Thu Apr 7 Thu May 5

3:45–4:30 pm 3:45–4:30 pm

your place

make grow your child’s imagination your raise a reader spend time with family & friends next

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family trip the library

Baby Bookworms [0–18 months]

Week of the Young Child

BLOCK Fest™ [ages 8 months–8 years]

Entertaining our youngest readers with stories, songs and bounces.

Come enjoy a block buffet with Topeka Public Schools Parents as Teachers BLOCK Fest™. Experience block play fun with your child while they increase their math and science knowledge! Parent educators will be on hand to demonstrate techniques that parents can use to help their child become more of a math thinker through block play! Space is limited.

Registration required. Call 785-271-3662.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Thu Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 9:30–10:00 am

10:30–11:00 am

5:30–6:00 pm Thu May 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30–10:00 am

10:30–11:00 am

5:30–6:00 pm

Sunnyside Up Saturday

■ Marvin Auditorium

Storytime with Kyler [all ages]

Fri Apr 15

Sleepy heads get out of bed. Grab a fresh muffin from the Millennium Café and then join Kyler for songs, stories and other creative activities. His storytimes are better than watching cartoons.

■ Story Zone

Sat Sat

Apr 9, 23 May 14, 28

Sunnyside Up Saturday

Read Me a Story [3–8 years]

Learn Spanish. Learn English. Give your child a head start on learning languages.

10:00–10:30 am 10:00–10:30 am

Léeme Un Cuento

Pajama Storytime [3–5 years]

Aprenda español. Aprenda inglés. Regale su niño (a) un comienzo temprano en el aprendizaje de idiomas.

Wear your pajamas to the library! Bring along a fuzzy friend and your blanket. Stories, songs and finger plays. Plus, craft time! Registration required. Call 785-580-4565.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Mon Apr 11 Mon May 9

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Sat/sabados Apr/ abril 16 10:00–10:30 am

Crazy Extreme Science [grades 3–5]

6:30–7:00 pm 6:30–7:00 pm

Explore the science of the sun with some fun experiments using ultraviolet-sensitive beads.

Week of the Young Child

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Families and home childcare providers, join us for a wet and wild time! We’ll be fishing for stories, songs, and activities about our friends who live in the ocean and on the beach. Cosponsored by ERC Resource & Referral.

Registration required. Call 785-580-4565.

TrendyU

Mon Apr 18

Tue Apr 12 Wed Apr 13

10:00–11:00 am 10:00–11:00 am

Musical Storytime for Everybody [all ages] Kyler sings, plays the guitar and reads entertaining books for your family.

■ Story Zone

Fri Fri

Apr 15 May 20

10:00–10:30 am 10:00–10:30 am

NEW PROGRAM

Under the Sea [ages 2–5 years]

■ Marvin Auditorium 101AB

9:00–10:00 am 10:30–11:30 am 1:00–2:00 pm

6:00–7:00 pm

Duct Tape [grades 3–6]

Duct tape is all the rage at trendy libraries everywhere.

Join us after last bell to make a rose that might be a little sticky, but never thorny.

■ Family Zone

Wed Apr 20

3:30–4:30 pm

El Día Preschool Storytime [3-5 years]

¡Arriba! A Spanish/English bilingual storytime experience awaits you. Revel in diversity, children and books during El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros, an annual national event.

■ Story Zone

Wed Apr 27

10:00–10:30 am

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El Día After School [grades K–6]

Sunnyside Up Saturday

■ Story Zone

Today it’s all about pizza and spaghetti! Turn everyday objects into cool craft projects. Enjoy stories and ideas to extend your fun at home.

Wed Apr 27

4:00–4:45 pm

■ Lingo Story Room 121

El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros Family Fiesta [all ages]

Enjoy a snack as you watch Léeme Un Cuento’s puppet presentation of The Ugly Duckling, Ballet Folklorico and traditional music and dancing. After the show, stick around to make a variety of crafts for all ages. Take home a book and register for prize drawings. Don’t forget to register for this year’s Summerfest.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Wed

Apr 27

Put your Earth Day inspiration into action and use recycled materials to make spectacular crafts that will make Mother Earth proud.

Fri

Apr 29

Sat Apr 30

10:30 am–12:00 pm

10:00–11:00 am

Amazing Animals

Coats, Claws and Camouflage [grades 1–5]

Learn about the amazing adaptations animals make to survive and thrive in different environments. Then, look at the coats and claws of real kittens and puppies. Make pet toys for our furry friends at home and for Helping Hands Humane Society.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Mon May 2

6:00–7:30 pm

Craftacular Kids [5–12 years]

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Easy Make & Take [2–6 years]

4:30–5:30 pm

Sneak, Peek & Read [18–24 months]

Bubbles and books, wiggles and songs! Early literacy exercises for toddlers and adults to enjoy together.

Registration for the four-week session begins 9 am, Wednesday, April 20. Call 785-580-4565.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Wed May 4, 11, 18, 25 9:30–10:00 am

10:30–11:00 am

6:30–7:00 pm

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movies &books

library

Share part of our community’s rich cultural heritage with your children. Make a paper piñata to take home.

Supported by Community Action Head Start.

Book Releases

She Walks in Beauty: A Woman’s Journey Through Poems by Caroline Kennedy Unlimited: How to Build an Exceptional Life by Jillian Michaels My Father’s Daughter: Delicious, Easy Recipes Celebrating Family and Togetherness by Gwyneth Paltrow

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Sunnyside Up Saturday

Sunnyside Up Saturday

Learn about the ABCs of fun in the sun and learn how to choose your cover for sun safety. Make a necklace or bracelet with color-changing UV beads that detect ultraviolet light. Sing songs and read stories about sun and shade play. Children of all ages attend with a parent or caregiver.

Today it’s all about gardens! Turn everyday objects into cool craft projects. Enjoy stories and ideas to extend your fun at home.

Parents and Kids Together [all ages]

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Sat

May 7

10:00–11:00 am

School Readiness Roundup [3–5 years]

Bring your preschooler and participate in fun activities that help prepare your child for kindergarten. This program is cosponsored by Capital Area Smart Start and ERC Resource & Referral.

Registration required. Call 785-580-4565.

■ Lingo Story Room 121 NEW PROGRAM

Thu May 12

6:30 –7:30 pm

Gross Stuff

You might know that duct tape is like The Force – it has a light side, a dark side, and it holds the universe together.

But did you know it also has a gross side? Come to the library right after school to hear all about it and make an indestructible duct tape wallet.

Wed May 18

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Sat May 21

10:00–11:00 am

Jelly Bean Jewelry [grades 2–5]

School’s out and summer vacation has just begun. Life is sweet. This craft program makes it even sweeter as we make truly tasteful jelly bean jewelry.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Fri

May 27

11:30 am–1:00 pm

Tot Time [24–36 months]

Share stories, songs and crafts with your toddler. This six-week program transitions children from lapsitting to independent storytimes. Registration begins 9 am, Tuesday, May 24. Call 785-580-4565.

Homework Center [5–11 years]

Duct Tape [grades 3–6]

■ Family Zone

Easy Make & Take [2–6 years]

Homework coaches help with questions and assignments.

■ Homework Center 121D [closed April 24 and May 30]

Mon–Thu Sun

4:00–8:00 pm 2:00–6:00 pm

3:30–4:30 pm

Movie Releases Little Fockers Tron: Legacy The King’s Speech

Audiobook Releases

I’ll Walk Alone by Mary Higgins Clark The Sixth Man by David Baldacci

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Teen Programs Sparkle and Save: Prom Jewelry [12–18 years] Save money for a limo or fancy dinner by making your own prom jewelry! Your handmade creation will match your personal style and your dress perfectly.

■ The Edge

Mon Apr 4

3:30–4:30 pm

Yu-Gi-Oh [12–18 years]

Bring a deck of approved Yu-Gi-Oh cards and enjoy dueling other Yu-Gi-Oh players.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Mon Apr 11, 25 Mon May 9, 23

3:15–5:15 pm 3:15–5:15 pm

Teen Writing Group [12–21 years]

Together we find inspiration for writing both poetry and prose.

■ The Edge

Mon Apr 11, 25 Mon May 9, 23

7:00–8:00 pm 7:00–8:00 pm

Anime Art Club [12–18 years]

Watch an anime movie, learn about Japanese culture, and hang out with other people who love anime as much as you do! Go to http://www.tscpl.org/teens/ section/anime_club for more information.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Tue Apr 12 Tue May 10

5:00–6:00 pm 5:00–6:00 pm

No Couch Potatoes Needed [11–18 years]

Physical Therapist Natalie Sykes leads you in stressrelieving aerobics, martial arts or meditative exercises.

Learn to make healthy snacks at each program.

■ The Edge

Thu Apr 14. 28 Thu May 12, 26

3:30–4:30 pm 3:30–4:30 pm

Open Mic Poetry Night [12–18 years]

Learn your limericks and polish your prose because this Open Mic Night is poetry-themed! Bring your favorite poems to read on stage or pick from our collection.

■ The Edge

Wed Apr 27

4:00–5:30 pm

Gadget Cooking [11–18 years]

Have fun learning to cook with kitchen gadgets.

Quesadillas are quick, simple and delicious when you use a quesadilla maker. Sandwiches are fun and tasty when made with a press. Learn about these cool kitchen toys along with some surprises from our staff’s cupboard.

■ The Edge

Thu

May 19

3:30–5:00 pm

Homework Center [12–18 years]

Homework coaches help with questions and assignments.

■ Homework Center 121D [closed April 24 and May 30]

Mon–Thu Sun

4:00–8:00 pm 2:00–6:00 pm

No-Mess Mother’s Day Brunch “This is gonna make Mom’s day” SUNDAY MAY 8 | 10am–2pm Take Mom out to the library’s Mother’s Day Brunch prepared by the Millennium Café. Mom and the kitchen will be grateful. A deal for only $15. For kids under 12, just $1 per year of age of the child.

Brunch includes scrumptious baked goods, fresh fruit and salads, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, mouth-watering glazed ham, lasagna and roast sirloin. Reservations required. Call 785-580-4440

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Adult Programs

International Film

Waltz with Bashir

Edible Book Festival

Open another chapter in your culinary accomplishments.

Participate in our 5th annual Edible Book Festival. All ages are encouraged to create a culinary masterpiece based on the content or shape of a book – from puns to literal interpretations. Call 785-580-4515 by 5:00 pm March 31 to enter. On April 1, bring completed edible book entries to the library between 3:00 and 5:25 pm.

The festival opens at 5:30 pm.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Fri

Apr 1

5:30–8:30 pm

First Friday Artwalk

A chance to meet some of the participating artists in this year’s 30th Topeka Competition. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Friends of Art. Fri Fri

Apr 1 May 6

Legal Aspects of Your Small Business

Join the Washburn Small Business and Transactional Law Clinic to learn more about business structure including corporations and LLCs, tax ID numbers, and other legal topics related to your business.

Tue

Apr 5

6:00–7:30 pm

Small Business Orientation

Prospective entrepreneurs learn about resources in Topeka and at the library to help start their own business.

6:00–7:30 pm

■ Perkins Room 201

Tue May 3

In its 30th year, the Topeka Competition highlights the newest and most innovative works in contemporary arts and crafts: clay, fiber, sculpture, jewelry, leather, metalwork, wood, and mixed media. Juried by Richard Notkin, a national competition for three-dimensional arts and crafts. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Library Friends of Art. ■ Sabatini Gallery

Discover Kansas Archaeology [families]

Explore artifacts, watch a live flintknapping demonstration, and see what’s in the archaeologist’s toolkit as part of Kansas Archaeology Month. In partnership with the Kansas State Historical Society, Professional Archaeologists of Kansas, and the Kansas Anthropological Association.

6:00–7:30 pm

Kansas Career Pipeline for Adults

The Pipeline delivers credible information about which type of jobs you’d be good at and what sorts of work environments would suit you. It opens doors to real jobs with employers who are waiting to discover someone exactly like you. Need education to get where you’re going? Come to this program. Registration required. 785-580-4606.

■ Computer Training Center

April 1 - May 13, 2011

Apr 2

6:30–8:45 pm

Tue Apr 5

Topeka Competition 30

Sat

Tue Apr 5

■ Hughes Room 205

5:30–8:30 pm 5:30–8:30 pm

Alice C. Sabatini Gallery

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

■ Menninger Room 206

Topeka Competition 30

■ Sabatini Gallery

Ari Folman’s animated documentary into the horrors of the 1982 Lebanon War. Nightmares and memories of a graphic nature help two men piece together a mystery. © Sony | Israel | 2008 | Rated R | 90 minutes

Tue Apr 5 Thu Apr 28

6:00–9:00 pm 1:30–4:30 pm

Spring Weeding

Weeds are pesky. Find out what to do with all of those weeds showing up in your garden beds. Presented by Shawnee County Extension Master Gardeners.

■ Anton Room 202

Thu Apr 7

7:00–8:00 pm

2:00–3:30 pm

Sunday Afternoon with Kansas Author

Max Yoho

Topeka author Max Yoho shares stories about the writing of his newest book, With the Wisdom of Owls. A book signing follows.

■ Topeka Room 204

Sun Apr 3

2:00–3:00 pm

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Classic Film

Music for a Sunday Afternoon

A musical portrait of composer/singer/dancer George M. Cohan.

1942 | b&w | 126 minutes

American Roots Music featuring many songs written in traditional style about Kansas. Topics include cowboys and ranch life, wildlife, Native Americans, and the beauty of the landscape. The Tallgrass Express String Band is a foursome from the heart of the Kansas Flint Hills and dedicated to traditional-style string band music.

Yankee Doodle Dandy

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Fri

Apr 8

2:00–5:00 pm

Washburn School of Nursing

Free Health Screenings

Nursing students provide free blood pressure and blood sugar screening, as well as educational literature on different health topics. This program provided in partnership with the Washburn University School of Nursing.

■ Parking Lot

Fri

Apr 8

9:00 am–1:00 pm

Beginning Genealogy Workshop

Get started in genealogy and learn how to use the print and online resources our library offers. Receive a pedigree chart and other helpful forms for record keeping as you research your family tree. Registration required. Call 785-580-4540. Limit 10. Includes a short break.

■ Perkins Room 201

Sat

Apr 9

■ Anton Room 202

Sat May 7

9:00 am–12:00 pm 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Tallgrass Express String Band

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sun Apr 10

3:00–4:00 pm

Literature with Lunch

Pioneer Women by Joanna Stratton

As part of the Kansas sesquicentennial, read and discuss this rediscovered collection of autobiographical accounts written by hundreds of pioneer women. Their personal recollections of prairie fires, locust plagues, cowboy shootouts, Indian raids, and blizzards on the plains vividly reveal the drama, danger and excitement of the pioneer experience. A brief presentation on the cultural impact of this classic is followed by discussion.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Mon Apr 11

1:00–2:30 pm

How to Start a Business

Prospective entrepreneurs learn the basics of starting a business, including legal structure, financing, and business plan basics.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Wed Apr 13

■ Menninger Room 206

Wed May 11

6:00–7:30 pm 6:00–7:30 pm

Take 10th Avenue to Anywhere As part of your vacation planning, make your first stop our Travel Neighborhood, an area dedicated to travelers. Talk with Kim, our travel librarian, about your destination.

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Before the Civil War Book Discussion

The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton by Jane Smiley

Set mostly in the Kansas Territory shortly before the Civil War, the narrator recounts her adventures while disguised as a boy, reporting for a proslavery newspaper and helping a woman escape a plantation. Books and program provided by the Kansas Humanities Council, Talk About Literature in Kansas program. Discussion moderated by Dr. Sara Tucker. Registration required. Call 785-580-4510.

■ Menninger Room 206

Wed Apr 13

7:00–8:45 pm

Conscious Discipline

Achieve a more peaceful home environment. Learn effective and fun ways to connect with your children using “Conscious Discipline” techniques. Presented by ERC Resource & Referral staff. Registration required.

Call 785-580-4565.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Thu

Apr 14

6:30–7:30 pm

Keys to Successful Vegetable Gardening Get ready to win blue ribbons at the fair by learning how to design your beds and containers, prepare the soil, start and sow seeds, fertilize and tend your veggies. Presented by Shawnee County Extension Master Gardeners.

■ Anton Room 202

Thu Apr 14

7:00–8:00 pm

Sons of the American Revolution Presents

The Wyandot & Iroquois

Holly Lane speaks about The Wyandot and Iroquois.

■ Menninger Room 206

Thu Apr 14

7:00–8:45 pm

Gaming @ your library® [18 and over]

Gaming goes retro. Relive your arcade days by playing Pac-Man or Galaga on the Xbox 360’s Namco Museum: Virtual Arcade. Test your spatial skills with Wii’s Tetris Party Deluxe or press your luck in the board games Life and Monopoly. Enjoy this fun, free, social event for all adults.

■ Anton Room 202 and Perkins Room 201

Sat

Apr 16

2:00–4:00 pm

Green Fair

Get Your Green On! 150 Ways [families]

Our annual Green Fair uses Kansas’ 150th birthday as a time to challenge Shawnee County to learn 150 ways to go green. Stop by to get informed and inspired. Visit our website to read about all of our partners and their ideas for going green. There will be many activities for the kids and lots of cool stuff for adults, too. See ad on pages 13 and 14.

■ Marvin Auditorium and Youth Services

Sat Apr 16

2:00–5:00 pm

So Many Books, So Little Time Book Discussion

The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith

In Botswana, Precious Ramotswe is drawn to the detecting profession to “help people with the problems in their lives.” Books provided, registration required.

Call 785-580-4540.

■ Menninger Room 206

Sun Apr 17

3:00–4:30 pm

Friends 40th Anniversary Party

It’s a great time to learn more about the Friends of the Library. Fumbles the Clown will create balloon animals, and Sweet Adelines will sing. Have some cake or cookies and discuss the benefits of becoming a Friend member.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sun Apr 17

3:00–5:00 pm

Healthy Choices when Eating Out

Because your time is valuable, eating out is often a necessity. But super-sizing your meals and drinks can add on the pounds. Learn how to make healthy choices when eating out. Presented by Shawnee County Extension Nutrition and Health.

■ Anton Room 202

Mon Apr 18

11:00 am–12:00 pm

African-American Writers Book Discussion Group

A Mercy by Toni Morrison

Join facilitator Vince Omni for a discussion of this Toni Morrison novel. Bring a copy of the book or come listen to the discussion.

■ Perkins Room 201

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Family Treasures

A Special Look

Origami Workshop

Learn the art of paper folding in this hands-on workshop. It’s not as hard as you think. Materials provided, just bring your creativity. Registration required. Call 785-580-4515.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Thu Apr 21

6:30–8:00 pm

Bag Day Book Sale [all ages]

Hop into the library for a hunt of a different color – books of course. All the books you can stuff into a brown grocery bag (purchased at the door for $5.00 each) are yours. There will be books of all topics to cruise through.

The Easter bunny is busy, but his cousin Book-a-roo will be here. Bring your kids and your camera!

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sat Apr 23

10:00 am–4:00 pm

Book Art for Schools

Jeanne Drewes, Library of Congress archivist, shows how to make five types of books in two hours. Great for art and English classes – make books as “containers for your words.” Materials provided. Part of National Preservation Week (April 24-30), organized by the American Library Association, Institute for Museum and Library Services, and the Library of Congress.

Registration required. Call 785-580-4515.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Tue

Apr 26

6:00–8:30 pm

Learn how to preserve your family’s most valued treasures. Bring an example of your family photos, clothing, books or toys (no firearms, please) and learn what to do – and not to do – to save them for future generations. Jeanne Drewes, Library of Congress archivist, and other experts show you how. Part of National Preservation Week (April 24-30), organized by the American Library Association, the Institute for Museum and Library Services, and the Library of Congress.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101B

Thu Apr 28

6:00–8:30 pm

Trivia Night @ your library®

Enter as a team of 5-8 friends, coworkers or family working together to answer 100 questions from 10 categories. Prizes will be awarded to the top trivia teams! Doors open at 6 pm. The Millennium Café will be open for snacks and drinks until 6:45 pm. Registration required, begins March 1. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Fri

Apr 29

6:30–9:00 pm

Trivia Afternoon @ your library®

A repeat of the popular Friday Trivia Night program.

Enter as a team of 5-8 friends, coworkers or family working together to answer 100 questions from 10 categories. Prizes will be awarded to the top trivia teams! Doors open at 2:30 pm. The Millennium Café will be open for snacks and drinks. Registration required, begins March 1. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sat Apr 30

3:00–5:30 pm

greenfair get your green on

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Sunday Afternoon with Kansas

Sunflower State Films

When Kipp Van Camp and his wife Tracy were newlyweds they adopted Allie as a puppy. She became the “big sister” to their two sons and was a loyal family member for 17 ½ years. After her death, Kipp was compelled to write the story of Allie’s life and the lessons she taught him through the years. A book signing follows the author talk.

Three skydivers showcase their thrilling skills in a small Kansas town, but their presence brings more than free-fall excitement.

1969 | Rated R | 107 minutes

Kipp Van Camp

■ Topeka Room 204

Sun May 1

2:00–3:00 pm

International Film

Scent of the Green Papaya

A love poem for the eyes. Follow the life a young Vietnamese servant girl. © First Look/Columbia Tristar | Vietnam | 1993 | Unrated | 104 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Tue

May 3

6:30–8:45 pm

150 Years of Kansas in Magazines and Newspapers

Explore the history of our great state through the library’s historical collection of magazines and newspapers.

Discover how people, places and events were depicted in the print media of the day.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Thu

May 5

7:00–9:00 pm

The Gypsy Moths

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Fri

May 6

6:30–9:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

Bring mom to the library for a Mother’s Day meal. This brunch includes scrumptious baked goods, fresh fruit and salads, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, mouth-watering glazed ham, lasagna and roast sirloin. It’s the perfect surprise for mom and a deal for only $15. For kids under 12, you pay just $1 per year of age of the child.

Reservations required. Call 785-580-4440.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sun May 8

10:00 am–2:00 pm

Literature with Lunch

Winesburg, Ohio

This short story cycle from 1919 is structured around the life of protagonist George Willard and the fictional inhabitants of his hometown from his childhood through young adulthood. A brief presentation on the cultural impact of this classic is followed by discussion.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Mon May 9

1:00–2:30 pm

giveaways, live music, crafts, games, live animals, energy-saving tips, and informational demonstrations ■ La Leche League of Topeka ■ Helping Hands Humane Society ■ Smalley Energy Products ■ Kansas Green Schools Program ■ Kaw Valley Bike Club ■ Keep America Beautiful ■ Nature Conservancy ■ Topeka Zoo ■ Shawnee County Extension Office ■ Master Gardeners ■ Shawnee County 4-H APRIL MAY SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT ■ Shawnee County Recycling Department

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Herbs

Grow tasty herbs to spruce up your menus and/or improve your health. Presented by Shawnee County Extension Master Gardners.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Thu May 12

7:00–8:00 pm

Sons of the American Revolution Presents

The Impact of the American Revolution on Latin America Professor Kim Morse discusses the impact of the American Revolution on Latin America.

■ Menninger Room 206

Thu May 12

6:30–9:00 pm

Fri May 13

Make your feathered friends flock to your garden by listening to experts identify shrubs and flowers that will attract birds and butterflies. Presented by Shawnee County Extension Master Gardeners.

Thu May 19

The journey of a prized rifle from one ill-fated owner to another parallels a cowboy’s search for a murderous fugitive.

1950 | b&w | 93 minutes 2:00–5:00 pm

7:00–8:45 pm

Gardening for Birds

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Winchester ‘73

7:30–11:30 am

African-American Writers Book Discussion

Wed May 18

Classic Film

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Mon May 16, 23

■ Perkins Room 201

Robert Altman’s jazz-scored film explores themes of love, crime, race, and politics in 1930s Kansas City.

1996 | Rated R | 116 minutes May 13

■ Library Parking Lot, 10th and Garfield

Bring your own copy of the book and join facilitator Vince Omni for a discussion of Known to Evil by Walter Mosley.

7:00–8:45 pm

Kansas City

Fri

From the farm to your library, get your staples every Monday at our farmers market. Vendors offer fresh produce, potting plants, herbs, flowers and eggs.

May 23, Doug Petrie, Millennium Café owner, discusses the meat we eat and the differences between grass-fed and grain-fed beef at 10am.

Known to Evil by Walter Mosley

Sunflower State Films

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Monday Farmers Market @ your library®

7:00–8:00 pm

Sunflower State Films

Bad Company

Jeff Bridges stars as a boy dodging the Civil War draft by traveling West. In this Western he discovers that the life of a desperado is very serious.

1972 | Rated PG | 93 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Fri

May 20

6:30–9:00 pm

What a fresh way to start your week!

The farm is @ your library on Monday mornings

Monday Farmers Market @ your library® offers the highest quality produce that is locally grown, along with bedding plants, fresh herbs, cut flowers, eggs, grass-fed beef, and other seasonal produce.

May 16–Oct 10

Farmers Market

Mondays | 7:30–11:30am Library parking lot, 10th & Garfield

Monday Farmers Market 785 580-4495 | Library 785 580-4400 www.tscpl.org | www.capitalcitywellness.org

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Gaming @ your library® [18 and over]

Monsters have taken over in May! Use your garden to fight off monsters in Plants vs. Zombies on the Xbox 360.

On the Wii, battle more beasts in Monster Hunter Tri or rebel against the evil INKT corporation as a colorful blob, in De Blob. If you prefer playing as one of the undead, infect human characters in the board game, Humans!!!

Enjoy this fun, free, social event for all adults.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Sat

May 21

2:00–4:00 pm

Kansas Histories

Topeka X-Files

Sun May 22

Find out how, with a little planning, meals can be on your table in 30 minutes. Presented by Shawnee County Extension Nutrition and Health.

■ Anton Room 202

Thu May 26

11:00 am–12:00 pm

Topeka Genealogy Society Presents

Have Flag Will Travel – Kansas 1861

Join Paul Oldham and the Topeka Chapter 128 of National Sojourners Flag Team as they present the story of each star and stripe in Old Glory.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101B

Hear strange but true and suspenseful tales of natural disasters including earthquakes, body snatching, scandals and much more. Library experts entertain you with odd and interesting facts about the Capital City.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Eating Well But Cooking Less

1:00–2:30 pm

So Many Books, So Little Time Book Discussion

Things I Want My Daughters To Know by Elizabeth Noble

Thu May 26

7:00–8:45 pm

Sunflower State Films

Picnic

A handsome man drifts into town and his presence ignites a fire in the hearts of the women in this quiet Kansas community.

1955 | Rated PG | 113 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Fri

May 27

6:30–9:00 pm

When Barbara realizes time is running out, she writes letters to her four daughters aware that they’ll be facing the trials and triumphs of life without her at their side.

Books provided, registration required. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Menninger Room 206

Sun May 22

3:00–4:30 pm

40th ANNIVERSAY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY PARTY

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Yes you can have your cake and eat it, too. Meet the Friends of the Library and find out why they are the library’s best friend.

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