Dec. 2009/Jan. 2010 connectnow

FILMS | EVENTS | BOOKMOBILE | COMPUTER CLASSES

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

december–january YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION STARTS HERE TO MAIL OR NOT TO MAIL that is the question BUILD YOUR ‘NET WORTH AUDIOBOOKS & DVDs ARE ON THE MOVE

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CHANGES RESULT IN FASTER DELIVERY

All materials mailed after January 1 subject to mailing fee

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his time of year brings changes to many people’s lives. We’re undergoing changes at the library too, and we hope they will be good for you.

Starting Jan. 2, if you receive materials by mail, expect items to arrive faster than ever.

In order to improve our mailing service, we will begin charging for it. Customers who place holds in 2009 will be called and given the option of a fee-based mailing or pick up at the library or Bookmobile.

For $2 per item, your items will be delivered to you by USPS Priority Mail.

Your library account will be charged this fee when you request an item. This charge applies to almost all customers.*

“We don’t operate like a warehouse with a large inventory at arm’s reach. Sometimes the item you want just isn’t in, and then we mail what we can immediately and mail the other requests as they come in,” he said.

Also, if you owe the library $10 or more, your account is blocked. This means you can request items, but mailing will be delayed until the fee is paid.

Paying to have items mailed is not for everyone. You may always pick up your items at the library or at a bookmobile.

When you request an item, you’ll be able to let us know whether you would like it mailed or if you’ll pick it up. There are three easy ways to be notified when your materials are ready: email, phone or mailing your reserves.

Priority Mail delivery is $2/item

Pay mailing fees at the checkout counter, bookmobile or online(pending). Or add money to your library card account by using the Account Payment Machine in the New Books, Movies and Music area.

By upgrading our mailing service, you won’t have to wait nearly as long for your items to get to your mailbox.

“That was a common complaint we got – ‘the slow delivery ate into my borrowing time,’” Paul Brennan, circulation manager, said. “With the implementation of late fees, a new urgency developed for books and other materials to arrive quicker.”

Shipping by Priority Mail guarantees customer’s materials will arrive in one to three days after the library sends them to the post office. We cannot guarantee, however, that you will receive your items in one to three days of your request, Brennan said.

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A new self-service, holds/reserve center (the former copy center) will allow customers to pick up their books and audiobooks instead of going to the checkout desk. Requested CDs, DVDs and Interlibrary Loan items will still be at the checkout desk. After five days, unclaimed items will go to the next person on the waiting list. *The library is committed to serving library customers who could not otherwise access the library without the mailing service. Customers who do not have access to the library or bookmobile may apply for services through Red Carpet. For more information or to see if you qualify, call Stephanie at 785-580-4546.

BUILD YOUR ‘NET WORTH WITH @DAVIDLEEKING

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he Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is your trusted source for information. So it’s no surprise we are also your source for how to use some of the newest communication and marketing tools – social networks.

Other companies use social networking sites to drive people back to their corporate websites.

King will demonstrate ways to use social networks for your business and to job-hunt and network. Find out which social media outlets will work best for your mission and how to join in on the conversation.

Facebook, Twitter and YouTube are just three of the many social networking sites that can “serve as supplements, or sometimes even replacements, “Your customers are for traditional means of already talking about communication,” said King, Build Your ‘Net Worth you. Do you know what they’re international Web 2.0 speaker Dec 2 | 7 to 8:45pm saying, and more importantly, and librarian. do you know how to join in the Anyone can follow your updates, which, conversation?” King said. if written well, can work to enhance your Build Your ‘Net Worth is part of the brand and promote your products.

Toolkit 4 Life series, presented by For example, the library received media attention after staff tweeted (slang for updated a Twitter account) about the library’s 7.6 percent increase in circulation.

The newspaper wrote the story, which generated another story about unemployed people using the library.

Community Resources Council, the City of Topeka Police Department Weed and Seed, CoreFirst Bank & Trust, Housing & Credit Counseling, Inc., Kansas Gas Service, Westar Energy and Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library.

NONFICTION DVDs NOW SHELVED WITH BOOKS

FIND BOOKS ON CD WITH MOVIES AND NEW BOOKS

he library’s nonfiction DVDs, currently found in the New Books, Movies & Music area, will be moved to the stacks and interfiled with the nonfiction books in 2010. “Now, when someone is looking for books on cooking or grilling, the DVD will be right there. It adds to the discovery process, and people won’t have to go to two places to find materials on the same subject,” Thad Hartman, Technical Services supervisor, said.

Also in 2010, we will relocate our CDs and cassettes (audiobooks) collection for adults to the New Books, Movies & Music area.

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The only group of the nonfiction DVDs to remain in the New Books, Movies & Music area are theatrically released documentaries, which will be getting their own “Documentaries” section in the movie collection.

“The move gives the audiobooks a better home in the library, and it makes it easier for people to browse,” Thad Hartman, technical services supervisor, said.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS 4-H in the Library [6–11 years]

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

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Wed Wed Wed Wed

Dec 2 Dec 16 Jan 6 Jan 20

4:00–5:00 pm 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 Dec 9 Wed Jan 20

6:30–7:30 pm 6:30–7:30 pm

Sunnyside Up

Storytime with Kyler [all ages]

Get your weekend started with stories, songs and dancing with Kyler.

■ Story Zone

Sat Dec 12, 26 Sat Jan 9, 23

10:00–11:00 am 10:00–11:00 am

Pajama Storytime [3–5 years]

Wear your pajamas to the library! Bring along a fuzzy friend and your blanket. Stories, songs and finger plays. Registration required. Call 785-580-4565 ■ Lingo Story Room 121

Mon Dec 14 Mon Jan 11

6:30–7:00 pm 6:30–7:00 pm

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

■ Story Zone

Fri Fri

Dec 18 Jan 15

10:00–10:30 am 10:00–10:30 am

Crazy Extreme Science [9–11 years]

Use the force. Like Luke Skywalker, you can move things. Create electromagnets, bend water and challenge each other in paperclip races. Class size is limited. Reserve a spot by Thur., Dec. 17.

Call 785-580-4565.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Mon Dec 21

6:00–7:00 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 Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 Wed Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 Thu Jan 7, 14, 21, 28

9:30–10:00 am 9:30–10:00 am 9:30–10:00 am

Baby Bookworms [0–18 months]

Entertaining our youngest readers with stories, songs and bounces.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Thu Jan 7, 14, 21, 28

9:30–10:00 am 10:30–11:00 am 5:30–6:00 pm

R.E.A.D. Dogs [all ages]

Grab your favorite book and read to the Reading Education Assistance Dogs. These dogs are registered therapy animals that volunteer at the library with their owners.

■ Story Zone

Sun Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 2:00–3:00 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, Wed., Dec. 30. Call 785-580-4565 ■ Lingo Story Room 121

Wed Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3 9:30–10:00 am

10:30–11:00 am

6:30–7:00 pm

Start Keeping Your Resolutions Here

Let the library help you make 2010 the best year ever. When you use your library card you can read (books), listen (CDs & audiobooks), watch (DVDs & video) and attend programs that will help you keep you New Year’s resolutions.

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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

Thu Jan 14

6:30–7:30 pm

The earlier children are exposed to multiple languages the easier it is for them to become bilingual. So, our Spanish/English storytime is not just fun, it’s the foundation for a broader education. Plan today for your child to attend. For more information, call 785-580-4565.

Léeme Un Cuento

Los niños pequeños estan expuestos a múltiples idiomas lo cual es mucho más fácil para ellos convertirsen en bilingues. Nuestro cuento en Español/ Inglés no sólo es divertido si no es la base para a mpliar la educación. Planee hoy asisitir con su niño(a). Para más información llamar 785-580-4565.

Saturday/sábados January/enero 16

Just for Me Storytime [all ages]

Bring your child with special needs to a low-key storytime designed for children with short attention spans who need a flexible environment and sensory integration. Registration required. Call 785-580-4565.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Thu

1:00–1:30 pm

Tot Time [24–36 months]

Tue Jan 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, 23

7:00–7:30 pm

Gravitate toward the library as we take a look at the force that keeps us on Earth with some exciting experiments. Class size is limited. Reserve a spot by Thur., Dec. 17. Call 785-580-4565.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Mon Jan 25

6:00–7:00 pm

Happy Birthday Kansas! [2–5 years]

This special storytime celebrates Kansas’ 149th birthday with stories, songs and a craft.

■ Story Zone and Lingo Story Room 121

Fri

Jan 29

10:00–11:00 am

Homework Center [5–18 years]

Homework coaches help with questions and assignments.

■ Homework Center 121D [closed Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan.1]

Mon–Thu Sun

Share stories, songs and crafts with your 2-year-old.

This six-week program transitions children from lapsitting to independent storytimes. Registration for this program begins 9 am, Tue., Jan. 5. Call 785-580-4565 ■ Lingo Story Room 121

Jan 21

Crazy Extreme Science [9–11 years]

Read Me a Story [3–8 years]

■ Story Zone

NEW

School Readiness Roundup [ 3–5 years]

4:00–8:00 pm 2:00–6:00 pm

Dining Decisions

9:30–10:00 am 10:30–11:00 am 6:30–7:00 pm

FRI | DEC 18 | 6:30 pm Enjoy elegant, healthy dining, and learn about eating to reduce stress

see page 12 for more information

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TEEN PROGRAMS Use Science to Make Great Gifts [12–18 years] Use hands-on science projects to create great gifts you can take home the same day. In this session, make bouncy balls.

■ The Edge

Wed Dec 2

4:00–5:00 pm

Family Chess [12–adult]

Test your skills in this competitive chess tournament.

Beginners are encouraged to participate. Library staff and volunteers offer advice and guidance on how to best play the game. Registration required.

Call 785-580-4565.

■ David J’s Place

Yu-Gi-Oh [12–18 years]

Wed Dec 16 Wed Jan 20

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Roll and shape cookie dough into hearts, diamonds, angels and other cutouts. Give the finished cookies as presents or keep them for a snack.

Sign up to duel other Yu-Gi-Oh players. Walk-ins are allowed if there are open slots. Registration required.

Call 785-580-4565.

Mon Dec 7, 21 Mon Jan 11, 25

3:15–5:15 pm 3:15–5:15 pm

Animentals 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! A professional art instructor will be there to help you draw your own manga. Go to www.tscpl.org/teens/section/anime_club for more information or call 785-580-4565.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101AB Tue Dec 8 5:00–6:30 pm ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC Tue Jan 12 5:00–6:30 pm

Use Science to Make Great Gifts [12–18 years] Use hands-on science projects to create great gifts you can take home the same day. In this session, make a marbled paper notebook.

■ The Edge

Wed Dec 9

4:00–5:00 pm

6:00–8:00 pm 6:00–8:00 pm

Cookies for the Holidays [11–18 years]

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Thu Dec 17

3:00–4:30 pm

Make Your Own Snowstorm [12–18 years]

Create an indoor blizzard with giant 3-D paper snowflakes and a portable snow curtain that you can hang in your window.

■ The Edge

Tue Dec 29

2:00–4:00 pm

Creative Calendars [12–18 years]

Start the year off with a collaged calendar made from cassette tape parts. Bring your own pictures to personalize your unique and practical work of art.

■ The Edge

Wed Jan 6

3:30–5:00 pm

Kansas Career Pipeline [Students 13-17 years & parents]

Don’t ride the fence when it comes to your future.

The Pipeline creates a profile of your interests, skills and values and then compares that profile to job opportunities. You can research financial aid opportunities too. Parents are encouraged to accompany their child to this session, but attendance is not required. Kansas Career Pipeline is a free career planning resource for all Kansans. Registration required. Call 785-580-4606.

■ Computer Training Center

Sat

Start Keeping Your Resolutions Here

Jan 9

1:00–4:00 pm

If your goal is to become debt-free, check out How Come That Idiot’s Rich and I’m Not? by Robert Shemin, which is available in book or audiobook format. Check out Easy Money: How to Simplify Your Finances and Get What You Want in Life by Liz Pulliam Weston for tips on taking control of your financial life.

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African American Writers Book Discussion

Bad Boy by Walter Dean Myers [11–18 years] This book discussion is sponsored by The National Endowment for the Humanities. Registration required. Call 785-580-4510.

■ Hughes Room 205

Mon Jan 11

6:00–7:00 pm

Teen Writing Workshop [12–18 years]

Cure your insatiable itch to write and learn how to create stories and characters.

■ The Edge

Mon Jan 11 Mon Jan 25

6:30–8:30 pm 6:30–8:30 pm

Open Mic Night [12–18 years]

Your performance is the entertainment when you take the stage. Comedy routines, dance, garage band performances and other amazing talents are welcome. Email YA@tscpl.org to sign up, or just show up ready to perform. Call 785-580-4565.

■ The Edge

Wed Jan 27

4:00–5:30 pm

Homework Center [5–18 years]

Homework coaches help with questions and assignments.

■ Homework Center 121D [closed Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan.1]

Mon-Thu Sun

4:00–8:00 pm 2:00–6:00 pm

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ALL AGES A Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail

NOV 6–DEC 30 From the bizarre to the traditional, the winning entries in this juried art competition will excite and stimulate the mind Justin Shaw | Self Portrait with Chickens | 2009

Africa

Everyday JAN 15 FEB 19

Ghana Ashante people Fertility figure, mid-late 20th c, carved wood; Gift of Dr. Cotter and Jeanne Hirschberg

African textiles, crafts, beadwork and more from the library’s art collection.

For information call 785 580-4515

Come along with Pooh and Piglet as they search for the donkey’s tail. Eeyore’s tale is an enchanting musical performed by the Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy. The library offers a preview of the play. Catch the spirit of the season from Winnie the Pooh.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Thu Dec 3

7:00–8:00 pm

First Friday Artwalk

Topeka Competition 29

Mingle and enjoy a second look at the Topeka Competition 29 winners. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

■ Sabatini Gallery

Fri

Dec 4

5:30–8:30 pm

Topeka Competition

Juror’s Talk with Joyce Jablonski

Topeka Competition juror Joyce Jablonski shares her art and her ideas about the Topeka Competition.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Sat

Dec 5

2:00–4:00 pm

Author Talk

Romi Chavez

Local author Romualdo “Romi” Chavez visits our teen writer’s group, but everyone is invited to hear him discuss the writing and publishing process of his book El Vampiro and the Curse of the Feathered Serpent.

■ The Edge

Mon Dec 7

6:30–7:30 pm

Easy Stargazing

Learn to use your eyes and binoculars to view the Kansas sky over the next few months. Handouts will help transform your backyard into an observatory.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Fri

Start Keeping Your Resolutions Here

Dec 11

7:00–8:00 pm

Tired of your dreary job? Dan Burns’ book The First 60 Seconds: Win the Job Interview Before it Begins might just help you land the career of your dreams. If you dream of being your own boss, take a class on how to start your own business. Check the next edition of connectnow or www.tscpl.org for program schedules.

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Bag Day Book Sale

All the books you can stuff into a brown grocery bag – purchased at the door for $5 each – are yours.

Cruise through books on all topics. This new book sale event will be a true scavenger hunt not to be missed.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sat

Jan 9

9:00 am–4:00 pm

Page & Stage Reading Group

Discover and discuss the impact of Homer with leading scholar Pamela Gordon, chairwoman and associate professor of classics at the University of Kansas. This fivepart series of discussions brought to you by a partnership with National Endowment for the Humanities - Page & Stage. Registration required. Call 785-580-4608. Books provided to the first 20 registrants.

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 Dec. 1. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sat

Jan 30

■ Anton Room 202

Thank You!

Thu Jan 14, 21,28, Feb 4, 11 1:00–2:00 pm

New Parents Discussion

Keeping Baby’s Stuff Organized

Babies are wonderful, but they sure do come with a lot of stuff! Learn simple, inexpensive ways you can keep the kid clutter organized and share your ideas in this fun discussion group.

■ Lingo Story Room 121

Mon Jan 25

3:00–5:30 pm

2009 RESULTS

$51,000

6:30–7:30 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 Dec. 1. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Marvin Auditorium

Fri

Jan 29

6:30–9:00 pm

Become a Friend of the Library in 2010. Call 785 580-4445

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RISE TO THE CHALLENGE Help us make this your place.

The library works every day to meet the challenge of customer’s needs.

“We see the library as more than just a library. It’s really a community gathering place when you look at the children’s programs, computer classes and the use it’s made of Marvin Auditorium. The library has put on a lot of great programs, and where would we have them if we didn’t have the library.”

Adrian and Mary Allen, library volunteers and advocate The library holds about 2,100 programs for children and teens and about 500 computer classes each year. In 2010, The Library Foundation will play a major role in supporting programs for children and teens.

“The growth of the library is probably one of the best examples I’ve seen of Topeka investing in itself and its future.”

Eric McHenry, library advocate In 2008, we reached a record number of 2,241 student contacts in Overson-Campbell Homework Center, founded and funded by a grant by The Library Foundation.

“I support the library because it is accessible to everyone. It makes the opportunity to read, learn and connect available to individuals, families and the entire community.”

Michelle Cuevas-Stubblefield, donor and library advocate Our outreach services ensure that citizens who are elderly, disabled or homebound can still be kept connected to their love of reading. Donations have assisted in bringing the library to the community via our bookmobiles.

“Philanthropy has always played a role in expanding the gallery’s collection. We are eternally grateful that donations have enabled important acquisitions.”

Larry Peters, former Alice C. Sabatini Gallery director The Library Foundation helps fund the gallery’s annual art exhibit for children, now in its 8th year. Donors assist in expanding the permanent art collection in numerous ways, including personal gifts of artwork.

Ways to give:

use the envelope. It’s easy; it’s right here. A donation of any size is appreciated. call us. Philanthropic guidance is just a phone call away. 785-580-4498. online. All the information about making a gift is here: foundation.tscpl.org

ADULT PROGRAMS

Classic Film

International Film

An unscrupulous newspaper editor uses every dirty trick in the book to keep his ace reporter/ex-wife from retiring and remarrying. Starring Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell, Ralph Bellamy and Gene Lockhart.

1940 | b&w | 92 minutes

Tears of the Black Tiger/Fah talai jone

With its loud acting style, exuberant sets and stunning shots in pastel colors, this Thai cult film is as much a parody as an homage to the Western and the romantic tearjerkers.

Thailand | 2000 | Unrated | 110 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Tue

Dec 1

6:30–8:30 pm

Toolkit 4 Life

Build Your ‘Net Worth

Librarian David Lee King, author of Designing the Digital Experience, introduces emerging web tools.

He shows you how to use them for your business, to job-hunt and network.

■ Menninger Room 206

Wed Dec 2

7:00–8:45 pm

Beginning Genealogy Workshop

Get started in genealogy and learn where to find records in the print and online resources our library offers. Receive a pedigree chart and other helpful forms for keeping records as you research your family tree.

Registration required. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Menninger Room 206

Sat

Dec 5

9:00 am –12:00 pm

Review New Books @ your library®

Choose from a selection of recently published books to read and review. Keep the free book and see your book review published on the library’s website. Tips on writing reviews and recommendations provided.

If you are interested in reviewing a book but can’t attend the program, ask for more information at the Reference Desk.

■ Menninger Room 206

Tue Dec 8 Tue Jan 12

His Girl Friday

■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Fri

Dec 11

2:00–5:00 pm

How-to for Digital Camera Shoppers

Brent DeShazer, local photographer and owner of DeShazer Studio, discusses what to look for when purchasing a new digital camera. If you’re planning on making a camera purchase this holiday season, this program is a can’t-miss.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Sat

Dec 12

11:00 am–12:30 pm

Literature with Lunch Book Discussion

The Waste Land by T.S. Eliot

This revolutionary, highly influential, 434-line, modernist poem includes shifts between satire and prophecy, abrupt and unannounced changes of speaker, location and time, and references to a vast and dissonant range of cultures and literature. It is probably the most important English-language poem of the 20th century.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

Mon Dec 14

1:00–2:30 pm

WinWay Resume Writing

Learn to create professional-looking resumes with WinWay Resume, a simple-to-use program also available at the Topeka Workforce Center.

■ Computer Training Center

Wed Dec 16 Fri Jan 29

1:00–2:30 pm 9:30–11:00 am

1:00–2:00 pm 1:00–2:00 pm

Start Keeping Your Resolutions Here

If you’ve decided to lose weight this year, look for The Skinny on Losing Weight Without Being Hungry: The Ultimate Guide to Weight Loss Success by Louis J. Aronne. His book includes menus, restaurant options, home exercise plans and more than 50 low-calorie recipes. The library also has many exercise DVDs. Biggest Loser, The Workout – Boot Camp is currently a hot item.

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Dining Decisions

Eating healthy doesn’t mean sacrificing taste or style. Enjoy a white linen dining experience with a five course meal designed to help you manage stress through healthy choices. Doug Petrie, Millennium Café owner/chef presents a program on the nutritional benefits. Menu: pumpkin and ginger soup, warm spinach salad with avocado, (choice of) tilapia with mango salsa or Jamaican chicken stir fry, papaya fritters, key lime pie and catnip/skullcap tea. Meal cost: $24.50 + tax. Reservations required by Dec. 16; call 785-580-4441. Dining Decisions is an ongoing healthy lifestyle program.

■ Millennium Café

Fri

Dec 18

6:30–8:45 pm

Gaming @ your library®

Play the classic board game Scrabble, try a new twist on an old favorite with Pinball Hall of Fame on the Wii, or challenge others in Fight Night 4 on the Xbox 360. Enjoy this fun, free, social event for all adults (18 and over).

■ Marvin Auditorium

Sat

Dec 19

2:00–4:00 pm

So Many Books, So Little Time Book Discussion

The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak

Set during World War II in Germany, this best-selling novel tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of Munich. Books provided, registration required. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Menninger Room 206

Sun Dec 20

3:00–5:00 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. Call 785-580-4606.

■ Computer Training Center

Tue Jan 5 Thu Jan 28

6:00–9:00 pm 9:30am–12:30 pm

International Film

Facing Windows/La Finestra di Fronte

Overburdened and stuck in a greying marriage, Giovanna takes to caring for the Jewish Holocaust survivor her husband brings home. She begins to reflect on her life and turns to the man living across the street, with whom she falls in love.

Italy | 2004 | Rated R | 106 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC

Tue

Jan 5

6:30–8:30 pm

Toolkit 4 Life

Options for Paying Your Taxes

Learn from an informed tax expert about what options are available to you. Many of them are FREE. Presented by Housing & Credit Counseling and Shawnee County Extension.

■ Menninger Room 206

Wed Jan 6

7:00–8:45 pm

Classic Film

Adam’s Rib

Domestic and professional tensions mount when a husband and wife work as opposing lawyers in a case involving a woman who shot her husband. Starring Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn, Judy Holliday and Tom Ewell.

1949 | b&w | 101 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C

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Literature with Lunch Book Discussion

African American Writers Book Discussion

This feminist dystopian novel was published in 1985, but it is set in the near future in a totalitarian theocracy which has overthrown the U.S. government. The main character is kept as a concubine for reproductive purposes by the ruling class.

The story of a detective struggling to live down his checkered past in present-day New York. Registration required. Call 785-580-4510.

The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

■ Marvin Auditorium Room 101C

Mon Jan 11

1:00–2:30 pm

How to Start, Lead, Attend and Enjoy a Book Group

Learn tips on forming a group or tricks for enlivening your current group. Learn how to use the library’s Book Group in a Bag service.

■ Menninger Room 206

Wed Jan 13

10:30–11:30 am

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 keeping records as you research your family tree. Registration required. Call 785-580-4540.

■ Anton Room 202

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Jan 16

The Long Fall by Walter Mosley

■ Anton Room 202

Wed Jan 20

Financial Solutions for Business Owners This educational program sets the foundation for business ownership and helps make building, running and preserving a business easier.

■ Marvin Auditorium 101A

Wed Jan 20

Caring for Your Art

From protecting against sun damage to proper techniques for storing your family photographs and scrapbooks, this demonstration explains what you can do to preserve your special collections. Registration required. Call 785-580-4515.

■ Marvin Auditorium Room 101A

Thu Jan 21

9:00 am –12:00 pm

7:00–8:30 pm

Wha t w o u l d

Sam Pierson

Kansas author Sam Pierson discusses how writing Without Warning: A Coffey County Crime helped her work through the painful memories of being robbed and threatened at gunpoint. In her novel, she tells how armed robbers threatened and bound her and a longtime friend, ransacked her home and later kidnapped him. Pierson’s book will be available for sale and signing after the program. Call 785-580-4510.

Sun Jan 17

6:00–7:30 pm

A Special Look

Sunday Afternoon with Kansas Authors

■ Topeka Room 204

7:00–8:45 pm

2:00–3:00 pm

Dwight D. Eisenhower Art of War by Sun Tzu

Start Keeping Your Resolutions Here

If your goal is to decrease your alcohol consumption, try watching Timeless Wisdom for Those Coping with Alcoholism, a DVD. Understanding the High-functioning Alcoholic: Professional Views and Personal Insights by Sarah Allen Benton offers insight into treating those who frequently do not respond well to traditional therapy or the Twelve Step approach.

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Celebrity Read a Buoaryo2k4-30Week

Gaming @ your library®

Perform a power ballad on Guitar Hero, try out tennis or bowling on the Wii, or play the popular card game Hearts. Enjoy this fun, free, social event for all adults (18 and over).

■ Marvin Auditorium

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So Many Books, So Little Time Book Discussion

Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortensen

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3:00–5:00 pm

Genealogy Program

7:00–8:45 pm

John Brown What’s the Matter with Kansas? by Thomas Frank

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The story of fulfilling a promise to build a school in an impoverished Pakistan village. Books provided.

Registration required. Call 785-580-4540.

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Amelia Earhart The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe

Carrie Nation No Small Courage: A History of Women in the United States by Nancy F. Cott

Langston Hughes Dreams of My Father by Barack Obama 2010 Kansas Reads book DECEMBER

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COMPUTER CLASSES

Word: Introduction to Word Processing

■ All classes in the Computer Training Center.

Wed Mon Tue Wed Thu

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

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.

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

Dec 2 Dec 7 Dec 15 Jan 6 Jan 21

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

Internet Introduction

Taming Your Mouse

Learn basic internet functions and visit some interesting sites.

Fri Dec 11 Mon Jan 4 Tue Jan 19

E-Mail With Yahoo! Mail

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.

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

Beginning Windows

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

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

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YOU CAN PLAN FOR

January Africa Everyday Exhibit

Start Keeping Your Resolutions Here

February Kansas Reads Dreams of My Father March Lawn & Garden Neighborhood Opens

Want to snuff out your smoking habit? Check out Quit: Listen to This Audiobook and Stop Smoking by Charles Wetherall, a former pack-a-day smoker. You may also want to read Sandra Rutter’s Quit Before You Know It: The Stress-free, Guilt-free Way to Stop Smoking – By Planning Your Relapses and Grant Cooper’s Never Smoke Again: The Top 10 Ways to Stop Smoking Now & Forever.

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BEYOND THE BASICS

Word: Graphics

Google It

Wed Dec 9 Mon Jan 11 Wed Jan 20

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 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.

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Dec 8 Dec 17 Jan 11 Jan 27

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

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

Tue Dec 15 Tue Jan 19 Thu Jan 21

1:00–2:30 pm 7:00–8:30 pm 1:00–2:30 pm

PowerPoint

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

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

Thu Dec 10 Fri Jan 22 Mon Jan 25

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

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

Word: Tables, Tabs & Columns

Cut, Copy & Paste

Learn to set tabs, construct tables and use columns.

Tue Tue Thu Thu

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

Tue Dec 8 Mon Jan 4 Fri Jan 15

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

Editing Digital Photos

Look It Up on the Internet

Wed Dec 9 Fri Dec 18 Fri Jan 15

Learn to use the drawing toolbar, clip art, WordArt, text boxes and more.

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

Dec 1 Jan 5 Jan 7 Jan 28

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AN INCREDIBLE YEAR @ your library® April Communities Thrive @ your library® | Green Fair | Friends Spring Dinner May-July SummerFest 2010 | Annual Art Exhibit for Children August Teacher Treats September Friends Book Sale October Hirschberg Lecture Series November Honoring Our Veterans December Songs of the Seasons DECEMBER

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Excel: Introduction to Spreadsheets

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

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Dec 2 Jan 6 Jan 14 Jan 25

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

INBOX OR econnect eliminates paper waste and keeps you upated on library news from the convenience of your computer or mobile device. econnect is available when you sign up at tscpl.org/newsletters.

Excel: Lists

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

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

Word: Mail Merge and Mailing Labels Create mailing labels, envelopes, personalized form letters and directories by combining a data list with Word.

Fri Dec 4 Fri Jan 8 Thu Jan 28

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

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.

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SMILE...YOU MIGHT BE ON CAMERA Programs, events and classes are photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Notify library staff if you prefer not to be photographed.

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If you would like to receive by mail, join the Friends of the Library.

Call 785-580-4445 to join. is availabe at our digital branch www.tscpl.org econnect keeps you updated on library news from the convenience of your computer or mobile device. Sign up at tscpl.org/newsletters.

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bookmobile december–january schedule 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Wal-Mart, 1301 SW 37th 1:30 pm – 7:30 pm Shawnee Heights United Methodist Church, SE 45th/Shawnee Hts 3:00 pm – 7:30 pm Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center, SW 21st & Fairlawn

9:45 am – 1:00 pm 9:45 am – 1:00 pm 2:15 pm – 7:30 pm 2:15 pm – 7:30 pm

Brookwood Shopping Center, SW 29th & Oakley California Crossing Shopping Center, SE 29th & California Villa West Shopping Center, SW 29th & Wanamaker Tecumseh United Methodist Church, 334 SE Tecumseh

9:45 am – 1:00 pm 9:45 am – 1:00 pm 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 3625 SW Wanamaker Hunter’s Ridge, NW 46th & Hwy 75 California Crossing Shopping Center, SE 29th & California Dillons, SW 29th & Urish

9:45 am – 1:30 pm 9:45 am – 11:00 am 11:45 am – 1:30 pm 2:30 pm – 7:30 pm 2:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center, SW 21st & Fairlawn Berryton Elementary School, 2921 SE 69th Quincy Street Station, 820 SE Quincy Brookwood Shopping Center, SW 29th & Oakley K-Mart North, NW Lyman & Tyler

9:45 am – 1:00 pm 9:45 am – 12:30 pm 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm 2:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Villa West Shopping Center, SW 29th & Wanamaker Shawnee North Community Center, 300 NE 43rd Mike’s IGA, NE Sardou & Forest Velma Paris Community Center, 6715 SW Westview

9:30 am – 12:15 pm 9:30 am – 11:15 am 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Apple Market, 1431 North Washington, Auburn California Crossing Shopping Center, SE 29th & California Villa West Shopping Center, SW 29th & Wanamaker Wal-Mart, 1301 SW 37th

9:30 am – 12:15 pm 9:30 am – 11:15 am 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Apple Market, 1431 North Washington, Auburn Hunter’s Ridge, NW 46th & Hwy 75 Villa West Shopping Center, SW 29th & Wanamaker Wal-Mart, 1301 SW 37th

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NO BOOKMOBILE SERVICE DEC 21–JAN 2 & JAN 18 | FOR SCHEDULE UPDATES, CHECK ONLINE @ WWW.TSCPL.ORG

Call the Bookmobile office at 785-580-4590 for more information.

book return locations

Downtown Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library | North K-Mart North, Mike’s IGA Oakland, Shawnee North Community Center, Soldier Township Fire Station (RETURN-ONLY), Tecumseh United Methodist Church | Southwest Apple Market (AUBURN), Barrington Village (RETURN-ONLY), Brookwood Shopping Center, Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center, Dillons (S.W. 29th & URISH ROAD), Velma Paris Community Center, Villa West | Southeast Shawnee Heights United Methodist Church, Berryton Elementary, California Crossing Shopping Center | *RETURN-ONLY locations are not Bookmobile stops.

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

NON PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID TOPEKA, KS Permit No. 322 Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library 1515 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66604-1374

ongs of the s DEC 2–20 | 11 am–2pm Live music performances daily in the rotunda.

Holiday selections performed by students and professional musicians.

Performance schedule @ www.tscpl.org

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