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Learn & Free Books for Kids Play Bus I It's preschool on wheels! Hop on the bus with your 0-5 year old every week to learn pre-reading skills.
SCHEDULE Mondays
9:30 a.m.–Noon Velma Paris Community Center 6715 SW Westiew Rd 1:30–4 p.m. Mother Teresa Catholic Church 2014 NW 46th St
Tuesdays
9–11:30 a.m. Hillcrest Community Center 1800 SE 21st St 1–3 p.m. Auburn Community Center 121 W 11th St, Auburn
Thursdays
9–11:30 a.m. Oakland Community Center 801 NE Poplar St
magine if every child had books in their home. Now, imagine if every child was read to from birth, which helps young brains develop language, vocabulary and other important cognitive skills. Realize that 61 percent of low income families have no children’s books in their homes. Only half of babies and toddlers are read to regularly—not just in low-income families, but across all incomes and educational levels.
To sign up your child (birth - 5 years) for this program visit tscpl.org/ imagination, select the registration link and complete the registration form. Your child will start receiving books eight to 10 weeks after the registration form is received. Your child will receive a book every month until they turn 5 or you move out of Shawnee County. Books are mailed to the address on the registration form. If the child’s address changes, you must change your address at the Parent Portal linked at tscpl. org/imagination or call United Way 2-1-1 with the new address.
How do we change this? You make it convenient, comfortable and part of the family’s daily routine. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a free book program that promotes literacy skills for all children from birth to 5 years old. Each month a new, carefully selected book will be mailed in the child’s name directly to their home. The library and United Way of Greater Topeka have joined together to make Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library available to all children who live in Shawnee County to help prepare them for kindergarten.
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“Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has been shown to improve early childhood literacy for children in the program,” said Gina Millsap, CEO, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. “Community donors underwrite the costs of the books and the postage for mailing to the child’s home. That’s 60 times a child will rush to the mailbox asking ‘Is there something for me?’”
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iscover, create and explore while you help Build a Better World in the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery during the 16th annual Art Exhibition for Children. Be physically and mentally active in the homes, gardens and playgrounds exhibit areas. This is not your typical art exhibit, because you bring the energy that will create and change and build this exhibit.
and help grow the garden. You can also design your own seed packets and fill them with seeds to take home. Visit often and see the garden grow!
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Climb, build and solve problems in the playground. Our playground includes Minecraft® stations as well as physical and mental challenges. See how your brain and body can work together to build a better world.
“Everyone can be an artist in this exhibit,” said Zan Popp, curator. “Just use a little imagination and start building, creating and playing.”
Everyone has a place they call home, but homes can be very different. You will discover many types of building materials and houses including stilt houses, yurts and houseboats. This hands-on exhibit encourages you to use your imagination to build a Lego® home.
“Everyone can be an artist in this exhibit,” said Zan Popp, curator. “Just use a little imagination and start building, creating and playing.” For eight weeks visitors will build, teardown and rebuild in the Build a Better World exhibit. Visit often to help make this world change.
Watch as our paper garden grows every week. Sign up for your gardening time
Your library catalog is a great resource for book and movie recommendations. At the bottom of the catalog main page you'll find the most recent recommendations. Looking for lists related to a certain topic or genre? Use the search box at the top of any catalog page, select “list” from the dropdown search menu, type in you search word(s), enter and lists will pop-up from your library staff and a whole community of readers.
During the 16th annual Art Exhibit for Children, June 3 - July 30, Oliver and other kids will build homes with Legos®
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timulate your brain and honor two authors with Topeka connections in one literary weekend. On June 10 Brooksfest recognizes the contributions of awardwinning poet Gwendolyn Brooks, who was born in Topeka and would have turned 100 this summer. On June 11 you’ll hear Topeka High grad and national journalist, Elizabeth Farnsworth, discuss her new book and her experiences reporting in unstable places around the world.
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Your library is both a physical place and a digital space. You can access each with your card. It’s your key to entertainment, information, resources and tools you can utilize to enrich your life. Your library card gives you access to a massive collection of books, of course. But it’s also your portal to media, technology and movies. With your card, you can gather the materials that help you learn, play and laugh. Your library card is small, but it is mighty. Get your card at tscpl.org/librarycard.
Celebrate the weekend with literary legends, past and present June 10 & 11 "Gwendolyn Brooks had only one birthplace and it was Topeka,” said Kansas Poet Laureate Eric McHenry. “And her sharp, incisive, beautiful poetry is as vital today as it ever was, and as necessary here as anywhere." Nationally renowned poet Kevin Young will be the featured presenter at Brooksfest. Young is the poetry editor of the New Yorker and director Kevin Young, of New York Public presenter Library’s Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. Young has published several books of poetry including Blue Laws: Selected & Uncollected Poems 1995-2015 and Book of Hours (2015). This event will also include readings by other highly-acclaimed authors and student poets.
Brooksfest: A Gwendolyn Brooks Centennial Celebration, June 10, 1 – 5 p.m. Brown v. Board National Historic Site Gwendolyn Brooks, Experience poetry, art author and stories during this community festival in honor of Topekaborn poet Gwendolyn Brooks, the first African-American to win a Pulitzer Prize. Her family moved to Chicago when she was young and her many honors include serving as the Illinois Poet Laureate from 1968 until her death in 2000. Brooks would have turned 100 years old on June 7, 2017.
Elizabeth Farnsworth: A Train through Time, June 11, 2- 3:30 p.m. Marvin Auditorium 101 BC Celebrated journalist Elizabeth Farnsworth, Elizabeth Farnsworth author made her literary debut
Farnsworth's work as a foreign correspondent trained her to shine light on others, but she opens up about her own life in her memoir. A Train Through Time weaves a child’s imaginative adventures with vivid memories from reporting in danger zones like Cambodia and Iraq, and exploring how she became involved in covering mass death and disaster. At her first literary event in Topeka, Farnsworth will share the powerful experience that motivated her to write her own story. Book sales and signing will follow the event. Check out work by Brooks, grab a copy of Farnsworth's new book and ask a librarian how to find more powerful work by Topeka and Kansas authors.
The Friends of the Library Book Sale
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this year with her first book, A Train Through Time. Farnsworth is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, foreign correspondent, and former chief correspondent and principal substitute anchor of PBS’s NewsHour with Jim Lehrer. She's also a Topeka High grad and her ancestors were pioneers who helped settled Topeka.
• Thursday: Members Only Night 6-9 p.m. memberships sold at the door
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• Friday: Preview Night 6-9 p.m. $5 per person Free admission for Friends members Memberships sold at the door Children 7 and under are free
• Raffle for an autographed Kansas City Chiefs Eric Berry jersey
• Saturday/Sunday: Public Sale 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday Free admission
• Fun family events on Saturday, watch Library News or tscpl.org for details
• Silent Auction
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is the best time to use your Digital Library! You can easily access the library from your mobile device while you’re watching baseball practice or from your laptop while sitting on your comfy sofa. There are tons of resrouces and information on our digital branch at tscpl.org.
Grab your Kindle and find the latest bestsellers or classics as ebooks at tscpl.org/downloads/ebooks through OverDrive and Hoopla. Go to tscpl.org/preschool/ read and try out BookFlix or Tumblebooks for kids. Before your next road trip (or during if you’re not the driver) download an audiobook. OverDrive and Hoopla both have audiobooks for you to check out. If you’re traveling with the family, check out the book list Best audiobooks for summer family road trips in our catalog to find options without adult situations so you can all enjoy the ride.
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If you want to hear that latest hit song or watch the latest movie, you can listen and watch through Hoopla. Hoopla has a large collection of digital music and movies. Whether your tastes lean toward Bach or Bruno Mars, we have you covered. Movies available range from classics to recent box office hits.
AdventureMobile SCHEDULE During the summer our AdventureMobile visitors get to join the Critter Club with a different animal each week for 9 weeks. Kids, pick up a Critter Club card and each time you visit you'll receive a stamp. Once you have six stamps, bring your card in for a prize.
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Feeling like the baseball game will never end? Download a magazine to read on your mobile device. You can download more than 150 magazines through the library’s Flipster service.
You can even learn a new skill while you’re sitting by the lake. Use your library to access Lynda.com, which provides more than 5,700 online courses covering a variety of business, technology and creative skills. To get geekier visit Treehouse, which provides courses in website development, coding languages and building mobile apps. Mango Languages will help you learn a new language. Miss Humblebee’s Academy offers a full online curriculum for preschool through kindergarten to help keep your kids learning. The digital library lets you access all these entertainment and learning resources and more 24/7 everyday. Visit our digital branch at tscpl.org to explore what you can access from anywhere with your library card.
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ADVENTUREMOBILE SCHEDULE MON Deer Creek 9-10 a.m. 2345 SE 25th St Pine Ridge Prep 10:15-11:15 a.m. 1110 SE Highland Ave Hillcrest Aquatic Ctr 12:15-3 p.m. 1800 SE 21st TUE Antioch Life Ctr 9-11 a.m. 1921 SE Indiana Ave Shawnee North Aqu Ctr 12:15-3 p.m. 300 NE 43rd St WED Most Pure Heart 9-10:15 a.m. 3601 SW 17th St First Christian 10:30-11:30 a.m. 1880 SW Gage Blvd Garfield Aqu Ctr 12:30-3:15 p.m. 1600 NE Quincy THU Auburn Community Ctr 9:30-11 a.m. 121 W 11th St, Auburn Midwest Health Aqu Ctr 12:15-3 p.m. 2201 SW Urish FRI Adams Boys & Girls Club 9-11 a.m. 550 SE 27th St Blaisdell Family Aqu Ctr 12:15-3 p.m. 10th & Gage
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f you know someone who needs help getting started on a computer, navigating the web, using email or searching for jobs online, the library’s DigitalLearn (tscpl. DigitalLearn.org) can help get them (or you) up to speed. Have your friend spend a little time with DigitalLearn and they’ll see how helpful computers and the internet can be. DigitalLearn offers short (less than 25 minutes), easy-to-follow courses. The courses cover a variety of topics to teach people how to use computers and the internet to get things done and connect with friends. Use DigitalLearn at home, the library or at the Deer Creek technology training classroom.
tscpl.DigitalLearn.org DigitalLearn will help your friend: • Get started using a PC or a Mac • Navigate websites • Set-up and manage accounts and passwords • Use email • Avoid online scams • Protect their privacy online • Search for jobs online
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• Use Cloud storage • Use Facebook and Skype to connect with friends and family • Buy a plane ticket to take that well-deserved vacation The DigitalLearn project was created by the Public Library Association and Cox Communications, through a grant by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fairlawn Plaza Mall Topeka Community Foundation will match gifts made at the event. Call The Library Foundation at 785-580-4498 for more information.
• The Library Foundation will participate in the annual fundraising event, Topeka Gives. • More than $80,000 in “match money” will be awarded proportionately to participating organizations. • All donations are tax deductible. • Donations must be made in person by cash, check or credit card. • This year The Library Foundation is designating Topeka Gives donations to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (see page 2).
Please support your library and make your gift at Topeka Gives!
Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc., does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, or disability. If you have a complaint, please contact 785-235-1367 or TDD/TYY 800-7663777. Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc., is a 501 C (3) Non-Profit corporation. Private donations are gladly accepted and appreciated!
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Build a better reading list Library staff members have a boatload of book recommendations to help you float away this summer. Here are minnow-size samples of the summer lists we’ve created. See the full lists and lots more splashy summer lists in your library catalog. Simply select “list” as your search category and type “TSCPL Summerfest 2017” in the search box. Then all our great summer lists will rise to the surface. Share titles of fabulous books you’ve read by creating a book list -- it's easy. Log into your library account using your library card number, then select “Lists” in your account dropdown menu (top right corner of the page). Now start sharing!
Build a butter world
What better way to unite the world than with butter? Check out these butter related titles recommended by Chris Blocker. • • • •
Inspirational novels to enjoy in the shade with lemonade
Build a sweeter summer
Looking to make some sweet and tasty treats this summer? Christina Callison has fabulous cookbook recommendations. • Great moments in Chocolate History: With 20 classic recipes from around the world by Howard-Yana Shapiro • Chewy Gooey Crispy Crunchy Melt-in-yourmouth Cookies by Alice Medrich • Martha Stewart’s Cupcakes: 175 inspired ideas for everyone’s favorite treat by Martha Stewart • And 7 more titles
Deborah Bryan is a big fan of Christian fiction and some of her favorite authors have new books she’s looking forward to reading this summer. A cold beverage, a comfy seat outside and one of these books is a recipe for instant contentment. • The Wedding Shop by Rachel Hauck • The Domino Effect by T. Davis Bunn • Delilah: Treacherous Beauty by Angela Elwell Hunt • And 7 more titles
Best audiobooks for summer family road trips
Natalie Moreland’s daughter shares her favorite books as a second-grader.
These audiobooks recommended by Andrea Bair are suitable and enjoyable for all ages and no one will ask, “How much further?” • Echo by Pam Munoz Ryan • Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling • The Mysterious Howling by Maryrose Wood • And 11 more titles
• Shoe Bop! by Marilyn Singer • If I Ran the Zoo by Dr. Seuss • If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Joffe Numeroff • And 12 more titles
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Travis Garwood has recommendations if you are looking to spend some time away from our world. These worlds include aliens, another time and situations that probably aren’t part your current world. Enjoy a little time away. • Ready Player One by Ernest Cline • Red Rising by Pierce Brown • The Gunslinger by Stephen King • And 7 more titles
Megan’s go-to summer reads
Let an 8-year-old tell you what to read
Butter Safe Than Sorry by Tamar Myers Cover the Butter by Carrie Kabak Flies on the Butter by Denise Hildreth Jones And 7 more titles
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Think about multiplying your reading experience when you join 2Book Topeka, our new community reading initiative. We are a reading community and have come together 11 times in the past to read the same book, talk about it and enjoy events. Think of 2Book Topeka as “big read” times two! This summer we are asking everyone in Shawnee County to read two books about the core of what makes us human – our DNA. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot tells the story of a woman that scientists know as HeLa. Henrietta Lacks was a poor farmer, yet her cells--taken without her knowledge--became one of the most important tools in medicine. The first "immortal" human cells grown in culture, they are still alive today, though she has been dead for more than 60 years. HeLa cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine, uncovered secrets of cancer and helped lead to in vitro fertilization, cloning and gene mapping. These cells have been bought and sold by the billions.
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JUNE-JULY Schedule of Events ¡ tscpl.org/events For library events that require registration, visit tscpl.org/register • Call 785-580-4400 for assistance
ADULT Computerized Genealogy
Get started in genealogy and learn how to use the print and online resources your library offers. Receive a pedigree chart and other helpful forms for keeping records as you research your family tree. To register call the community center. ■ Shawnee North Community Center, 300 NE 43rd St , 785-286-0676
Thu Jun 1 Thu Jul 6
10-11:30 a.m. 10-11:30 a.m.
■ Central Park Community Center, 1534 SW Clay St - 785-251-2965
Mon Jun 12 Mon Jul 10
5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m.
Exciting New Plants, Roses & Shrubs for 2017
Find the best plant varieties from your library chair. Presented by Shawnee County Extension’s Master Gardeners ■ Marvin Auditorium 101B
Thu Jun 1
7-8 p.m.
Tallgrass Prairie Bison & Wildflower Tour Tour a tallgrass prairie bison ranch and learn about Kansas native wildflowers. Limit 12 per tour. Details following required registration at tscpl.org/register. ■ offsite
Fri
Jun 2, 9, 23,
9-10:15 a.m.
2Book Topeka at the Farmers’ Market
Let’s talk about healthy lifestyles as we launch the new 2Book Topeka community reading program. Visit our booth to talk with area health professionals, and enter for a chance to win copies of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and The House of Scorpions. We will read both books this summer. ■ Downtown Farmers' Market
Sat
Jun 3
7:30 a.m.-Noon
Play it Again!
League of Women Voters Tuesday Topics: Sarah Oglesby-Dunegan
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
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Jun 6
Shop high-quality, locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs and fresh cut flowers. Make a free fun craft at the library booth. ■ Parking Lot
Mon Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 Mon Jul 10, 17, 24, 31
8-11:30 a.m. 8-11:30 a.m.
Topeka Friends & Family Juneteenth Celebration
Mon Jun 5 Mon Jul 3
■ Marvin Auditorium
Sat
Jun 24
3-5 p.m.
My House, My Stuff
■ Crestview Community Center - 4801 SW Shunga Dr., 785251-2960
■ Hillcrest Community Center - 1800 SE 21st St.
Pop Bottle Bird Houses
Wed Jun 7
1-2:30 p.m.
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■ Shawnee North Community Center - 300 NE 43rd St., 785-286-0676
Thu Jun 29
Learn what it takes to start and run your own business. This event covers business legal structure, writing a business plan, knowing your competition and what to expect from being your own boss. Presented by Washburn Small Business Development Center. Wed Jun 7
■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Mon Jun 19 12:30-2 p.m. Registration begins Monday, April 24.
Truthfulness, How the Topeka CapitalJournal Focuses on Facts
5:30-7 p.m.
Caregiver Support Group
As part of the Topeka City of Character's challenge to have real conversations about character, publisher Zach Ahrens will lead the foray into the newspaper process, including how editorial and advertising are divorced from newsroom operations, and how individual reporters take on the challenge to truthfully report the news.
Being a caregiver can be incredibly stressful. Come meet and talk to others who are in the same situation. Moderated by April Maddox, caregiver support specialist at Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging. ■ Anton Room 202
Mon Jun 12 Mon Jul 10
3:30-4:30 p.m. 3:30-4:30 p.m.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
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Journaling with Words & Images
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Jun 20
7-8 p.m.
Intro to Songwriting
Budding songwriters of all ages will learn about various aspects of songwriting, including tricks and tips. To register call 785-251-2965. ■ Central Park Community Center
Wed Jun 21 Wed Jul 19
10-11:30 a.m. 10-11:30 a.m.
1-2 p.m. 1-2 p.m.
William Allen White, Famous Kansas Editor from Emporia
Retirement & Medicare
Whether you are interested in history or your family's role in it, this program hosted by the Topeka Genealogical Society is for you. Christine Steinkuhler, from the Red Rocks State Historical Site (William Allen White’s home) will present information about his contributions to the history of Emporia, Kansas and the nation.
Trained counselors and agency staff from the SHICK program educate those nearing retirement age about Medicare. They will answer questions, give unbiased counsel and help you determine how Medicare will best work for you. ■ Anton Room 202
11 a.m.-8 p.m.
In this workshop, you will make an adorable button tree and you will go home with some great ideas for all those buttons that most of us have around the house. Materials provided. Register at tscpl.org/register.
How to Start a Business
■ Menninger Room 206
Jun 17
Button Crafts
9-10:30 a.m.
6:30-8:30 p.m.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Thu Jun 22
Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas helps you navigate the complex web of Medicare. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Explore the ethical themes of the 2Book Topeka selections, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot and The House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer with Mary B. Sundal, Ph.D., Washburn University Associate Professor of Anthropology.
This 4th annual event brings the community together to celebrate Emancipation Day! Eugene Williams, of KTWU, will host the day's events that will uplift and educate the community with African American history and genealogy, ethnic food, music and dance. It will be fun for the whole family.
Thu Jun 15
Medicare Mondays
7-8 p.m.
Biomedical Ethics Exploration with Mary B. Sundal, Ph.D.
A quick and easy introduction to the art of Origami or Japanese paper folding. Create several pieces and become familiar with origami instructions and diagrams. Learn about the variety of papers and designs available. To register call the community center.
■ Perkins Room 201
Monday Farmers' Market at Your Library
Thu Jun 15
Easy Origami for Adults
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
2-5 p.m. 2-5 p.m.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101B
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Board games and video games bring us together to face challenges, suffer defeats and taste victory. Learn to play a new game or bring a classic to the table! Children are welcome with their adults. Jun 3 Jul 1
Find how Master Gardners got our start, where we are today and why, and how we can make your garden problems more understandable. Presented by Shawnee County Extension’s Master Gardeners
Sarah Oglesby-Dunegan is Pastor of the United Universal Fellowship of Topeka and member of Topekans for Racial Justice. The meeting is free and the public is invited to attend. Millennium Café-catered luncheon at 11:30 a.m. for $8.95; program from 12-1 p.m.
Explore personal writing and creativity using a visual journal. Prompts and art materials relating to personal history will be provided. Discover additional ideas through the work of others, in-session exercises and tech or online resources.
Sat Sat
Master Gardeners History
7-8:30 p.m.
Carol Ronnebaum, senior real estate specialist, lays out the easy steps you can take to make a successful later-inlife move. Part of the Senior Life series of programs ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Mon Jun 26
12:30-2 p.m.
We will make birdhouses from 2-liter pop bottles. Your birds (and the landfill) will thank you. All supplies provided. To register call the community center. ■ Crestview Community Center, 4801 SW Shunga Dr. - 785-251-2960
Wed Jul 5
1-2:30 p.m.
■ Shawnee North Community Center, 300 NE 43rd St. - 785-286-0676
Thu Jul 27
9-10:30 a.m.
Computerized Genealogy Series 2
Now that you have your family tree, move to the next level. Find records on your family. Learn how to locate local resources from libraries and repositories. Find your ancestors using resources online. Register at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Sat
Jul 8
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Jewish Heritage Celebration
Join us in celebrating Jewish heritage through music, performance, and displays of genealogy and history. Get inspired by exploring this rich culture, and leave with tools to help you connect with your own family roots. ■ Marvin Auditorium
Sun Jul 9
2-5 p.m.
Bees & Butterflies
Learn about our “new” bee, the Mason bee, and its brother’s role in a beautiful garden. Learn how to attract butterflies and others that help your garden come alive. Presented by Shawnee County Extension’s Master Gardeners. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Thu Jul 13
7-8 p.m.
Understanding the Complexity of Social Security
Local attorney Jerry Huff he helps you better understand social security benefits using facts, figures, and case examples. Part of the Senior Life series of programs. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Mon Jul 17
12:30-2 p.m.
1-3 p.m. 1-3 p.m.
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JUNE-JULY 2017
Adult Coloring
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon coloring, being creative and socializing with others. Pages will be provided. Part of the Senior Life series of programs. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Mon Jul 24
12:30-2 p.m.
Legal Issues for Alzheimer's
Mon Jul 24
5:30-7 p.m.
The History of Shawnee County Parks
Bill Riphahn, historian for the Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Department will share his love of Topeka's parks and their development using old photographs and stories. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Thu Jul 27
7-8:30 p.m.
Trivia @ Your Library
Enter as a team of 5-8 friends, coworkers or family members working together to answer 100 questions from 10 categories. Prizes will be awarded to the top trivia teams! Registration begins June 1 at tscpl.org/ register. ■ Marvin Auditorium
Fri Jul 28 6:30-9 p.m. ( Doors open at 6 p.m., Millennium Cafe open until 6:30) Sat Jul 29 3-5:30 p.m. (Millennium Cafe open for snacks and drinks)
2Book Topeka Science Exploration Party
End the 2Book Topeka community read with a bang! Join the party and learn a little more about science, cells and DNA. Earn a chance to win a DNA testing kit for genealogy purposes. ■ Marvin Auditorium
Sun Jul 30
3-6 p.m.
Social Security Administration staff will teach you how to use your mySocialSecurity account to view your benefit estimates, verify your earnings history and make it a part of your retirement planning and management. Part of the Senior Life Series of Programs. Mon Jul 31
12:30-2 p.m.
Help build this art exhibit when you explore homes, gardens and playgrounds to discover how they connect together to help us “Build a Better World.” Sat Jun 3 - Sun Jul 30
Nurture your creative spirit through discussion, exploration and hands-on art-making. Discover new art media and techniques while connecting with other creative people. Find inspiration and resources in our community, gallery, library and online. Register at tscpl. org/register. Wed Jun 14
What Does the Fox Read? is a public book club providing a unique atmosphere for a lively discussion. Explore interesting literature, authors, fun people, good food and book-themed drink specials. Email foxread@tscpl.org for upcoming titles.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Tue
Jun 13
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Crestview Chapter Chat
6-7:30 p.m. 6-7:30 p.m.
A neighborhood book club for those who like to chat about what they are reading. In June read Gone Girl and in July read Orphan Train. Use your own book or pick one up at the Crestview Community Center. To register, call Crestview at 785-251-2960.
Those Who Lead, Read is an effort to engage our community in a timely discussion about literacy and leadership. Speaker: Matt Pavarnik, President and CEO Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce Book: Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race by Debby Irving Thu Jun 8
1:30-3 p.m.
Bringing your written work to market for sale and distribution has never been easier. Learn how to select a platform that fits your project. Discuss formatting and publication options. Share ideas about marketing to reach readers. Register at tscpl.org/register.
■ Blackbird Espresso Bar & Bistro, 4025 SW 10th Ave
■ Crestview Community Center - 4801 SW Shunga Dr.
Wed Jun 14 Wed Jul 12
1-2 p.m. 1-2 p.m.
African American Writers Book Discussion Group
7-8:30 p.m.
7-8:45 p.m.
■ Menninger Room 206
2-3:30 p.m.
Self-Publishing with Createspace & Smashwords
"Bite-sized discourse in the Capital City." This is a public group to discuss interesting articles. Each month a "curator" is chosen to select an article for next month's discussion. Additional articles can be discussed in an unregulated bonanza at the end of the event. Email postpublic@tscpl.org.
Jun 20
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Mon Jun 12
PostPublic Article Club
Tue
TALK Book Discussion
■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
6:30-8 p.m. 6:30-8 p.m.
During the first of three 2Book Topeka discussions we will share our insights of the book The House of the Scorpion. On July 6 we will discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and on July 23 we'll compare the two books.
A Train Through Time Book Discussion
Discuss Whose Names Are Unknown by Sanora Babb, which is based on the author's experiences working with refugee farmers in California. The novel, written in 1939 and published in 2004, tells an intimate story of the High Plains farmers who fled drought dust storms during the Great Depression.
What Does the Fox Read? [21+]
■ Marvin Auditorium 101A
1-5 p.m.
Classics Made Modern
Mon Jun 5 Mon Jul 3
■ Marvin Auditorium 101A
Jun 10
Sun Jun 11
BOOKS
Thu Jun 1 Thu Jul 6
■ Brown v. Bard of Education National Historic Site
Elizabeth Farnsworth’s work as a foreign correspondent for PBS trained her to shine light on others. Now she will share the story of opening up about her own life in her recent memoir, which flashes from her youth in Topeka to work in places such as Iran, Iraq and Haiti. Book sales and signing to follow.
2-3:30 p.m.
■ Celtic Fox, 118 SW 8th Ave
2Book Topeka The House of the Scorpion
Sat
Art in Common
■ Lingo Story Room
Brooksfest, A Gwendolyn Brooks Centennial Celebration
A community festival of poetry, art and story in celebration of Topeka-born poet Gwendolyn Brooks, the first African-American to win a Pulitzer Prize. Brooks would have turned 100 years old on June 7 of this year.
Washburn's Those Who Lead, Read
mySocialSecurity Signup
■ Computer Training Center
16th Annual Art Exhibition for Children
■ Alice C. Sabatini Gallery
Explore the legal needs of a person with Alzheimer’s or other dementia diseases. Durable powers of attorney, guardianship, conservatorship, patient rights and division of assets will be covered. Presented by Emily A. Donaldson, Certified Elder Law Attorney. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101B
ART
In How to be Black Baratunde Thurston combines personal memoir, interviews, irreverent how-to and resource guides to meet every reader's blackness needs. This book offers practical advice on everything from "How to Be The Black Friend" to "How to Celebrate Black History Month." Find more info at aawbdg.org or email v.omni2@cox.net. ■ Hughes Room 205
Thu Jun 15
7-8:30 p.m.
TALK discussions immerse readers in story and introduce new perspectives through literature. This month we’ll discuss The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, a collection of fables centered around a boy raised in the jungle. Sponsored by the Kansas Humanities Council. Email mericsson@tscpl.org for info. Wed Jun 21
7-8:30 p.m.
So Many Books
Discuss the book rode by Thomas Fox Averill. This local author shares the adventurous story of the horse and rider celebrated in the song “Tennessee Stud.” ■ Perkins Room 201
Sun Jun 25
3-4:30 p.m.
Bean There, Read That
Talk lit with this book group for readers in their 20s and 30s. This month we’ll discuss Faithful Place, by Tana French. Contact beanthere@tscpl.org for more information. ■ Classic Bean, Fairlawn Plaza
Tue
Jun 27
7-8:30 p.m.
2Book Topeka The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
During the second of three 2Book Topeka discussions we will share our insights of the book The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. On July 23 we will discuss both books. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101A
Thu Jul 6
2-4 p.m.
Classics Made Modern
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot is notable for its science writing and dealing with ethical issues of race and class in medical science as tells the story of the immortal cell line, known as HeLa, that came from Lacks’s cervical cancer cells in 1951 without her knowledge. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Mon Jul 10
1:30-3 p.m.
TALK Book Discussion
TALK discussions immerse readers in story and introduce new perspectives through literature. This month we’ll discuss A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Sponsored by the Kansas Humanities Council. Email mericsson@tscpl.org for info. ■ Hughes Room 205
Wed Jul 19
7-8:30 p.m.
ATTEND LIBRARY EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY CENTRAL PARK 1534 SW CLAY ST. 785-251-2965
OAKLAND 801 NE POPLAR ST. 785-251-2953
GARFIELD 1600 NE QUINCY ST. 785-251-2950
RICE 423 SE NORWOOD ST. 785-251-2976
CRESTVIEW 4801 SW SHUNGA DRIVE 785-251-2960
SHAWNEE NORTH 300 NE 43RD ST. 785-286-0676
HILLCREST 1800 SE 21ST ST. 785-251-2956
VELMA PARIS 6715 SW WESTVIEW RD. 785-862-1630
TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
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DEER CREEK 2345 SE 25TH ST. To register for classes at Deer Creek, visit tscpl.org/register
JUNE
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
4 11 18 25
5 12 19 26
6 13 20 27
Library Closed
7 14 21 28
1 8 15 22 29
2 9 16 23 30
3 10 17 24
JULY
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
2 3 4 5 9 10 11 12 16 17 18 19 23/30 24/31 25 26
6 13 20 27
7 14 21 28
1 8 15 22 29
JUNE-JULY 2017
African American Writers Book Discussion Group
The lives of three generations of women in Jamaica intersect as they try to build better lives in Here Comes the Sun by Nicole Dennis-Benn. This debut novel is an astute social commentary on race, gender, wealth inequality, colorism and tourism. Find more info on the website aawbdg.org or email v.omni2@cox.net ■ Hughes Room 205
Thu Jul 20
7-8:30 p.m.
2Book Topeka The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and The House of the Scorpion
During this third of three 2Book Topeka discussions we will share our insights of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and The House of the Scorpion. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101B
Sun Jul 23
2-4 p.m.
So Many Books
Discuss Wonder by R. J. Palacio. Ten-year-old Auggie, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities, describes his struggles for acceptance in a new school. ■ Perkins Room 201
Sun Jul 23
3-4:30 p.m.
Bean There, Read That
Talk lit with this book group for readers in their 20s and 30s. This month we’ll discuss After You by Jojo Moyes. Contact beanthere@tscpl.org for more information. ■ Classic Bean, Fairlawn Plaza
Tue
Jul 25
7-8:30 p.m.
Book Publishing: Technical Aspects
Self-publishing writers learn how to improve their products - their books! Discuss publishing and formatting examples with a panel of technical services librarians who will answer questions about common features and elements for books in particular genres. Submit questions to writers@tscpl.org. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Sat
Jul 29
Noon-2 p.m.
COMPUTER CLASSES
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BEGINNING CLASSES
Designed for new computer users and presented at a relaxed pace. Try taking the classes in the order listed for a good, basic understanding. Registration required. Go to tscpl.org/register.
Taming Your Mouse
Learn the proper way to hold and move the mouse. Learn about check boxes, radio buttons and scroll bars. If you can’t make one of these sessions, register for a Computer & Gadget Help session to get started. Register at tscpl. org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Fri
Jun 16
1-2:30 p.m.
Windows 10 for Beginners
PowerPoint
Experience the new features in Windows 10. Learn how to organize the Start Menu, use accessories, personalize the desktop and get apps from the Windows Store. Register at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Mon Jun 19 Tue Jul 18
Beginners create a dynamic presentation from start to finish. Learn to insert slides, add text, graphics, transitions and animations. Register at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Mon Jun 12
1-2:30 p.m. 9:30-11 a.m.
Excel: Intro to Spreadsheets
Learn about cells, columns, rows, AutoSum, simple formulas and page setup features. Register at tscpl.org/register.
Internet Introduction
Learn basic internet functions and visit a variety of sites for information and entertainment. Register at tscpl.org/ register. ■ Computer Training Center
Tue Jun 20 Thu Jul 20
■ Computer Training Center
Thu Jun 8 Mon Jul 24
1-2:30 p.m. 9:30-11 a.m.
Familiarity with basic Excel is required for this class. Learn to create field names, sort lists and link worksheets. You’ll learn lists that can also be used in our Word: Mail Merge class. Register at tscpl.org/register.
Learn to use this most-visited site on the web. Search for information and images on the internet. See your house with Google Maps. Learn about even more Google apps and features. Register at tscpl.org/register. Thu Jun 22 Fri Jul 21
■ Computer Training Center
Fri Tue
1-2:30 p.m. 9:30-11 a.m.
Jun 23
1-2:30 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m.
Sign up for a Facebook account and learn the basics of this popular social networking site. Be sure to bring your email address and password. If you already have an account, please bring your Facebook password. Register at tscpl.org/register.
Learn to log into an account and to open, delete, reply to and forward email messages. Register at tscpl.org/ register. Fri
Jun 9 Jul 25
Facebook for Beginners
Email for Beginners
■ Computer Training Center
1-2:30 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m.
Excel: Lists
Google It!
■ Computer Training Center
1-2:30 p.m.
■ Computer Training Center
1-2:30 p.m.
Tue Jun 6 Thu Jul 27
BEYOND THE BASICS
1-2:30 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m.
Take the following classes when you feel ready for more challenging projects. These are presented at a faster pace than beginning classes. All classes take place in the library’s Computer Training Center unless otherwise noted. Registration required. Go to tscpl. org/register.
Pinterest for Beginners
Word I: Introduction to Word Processing
■ Computer Training Center
Get started on Pinterest - a simple way to organize images, projects and ideas online. Open an account, create boards and start pinning! Be sure to bring your email address and password. Register at tscpl.org/ register. Fri
Use fonts, spell check and some basic editing techniques to help you navigate, create and edit documents in Microsoft Word. Register at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Thu Jun 1 Mon Jul 10
Create mailing labels, envelopes, personalized letters and directories by combining a Word document and a data table created in Microsoft Excel. Register at tscpl.org/ register.
1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m.
■ Computer Training Center
Thu Jun 15
Use Microsoft Word to edit text, insert pictures or Word art into your document, form a header or footer and create a Word table to organize information. Register at tscpl.org/register. Fri Jun 2 Mon Jul 17
Access the digital library anytime on your home computer or device using our free apps. Get a quick tour of our Digital Branch and an overview of our new catalog, ebooks with Overdrive, magazines with Flipster and movies and music from Hoopla. Register at tscpl.org/ register.
1-2:30 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m.
■ Computer Training Center
Get started with Google Docs. Learn how to access Google Docs, use basic editing features and save to Google Drive. Register at tscpl.org/register. Mon Jun 26
Thu Jul 6
1-2:30 p.m.
iPad Workshop
Bring your iPad and your library card. Staff and participants share tips and tricks, iPad features and favorite apps, including our suite of digital offerings. Register at tscpl.org/register.
1-2:30 p.m.
■ Computer Training Center
Thu Jun 15
■ Anton Room 202
Thu Jul 20 TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
9:30-11 a.m.
Touring Your Digital Library
Google Docs
■ Computer Training Center
1-2:30 p.m.
Word: Mail Merge & Mailing Labels
Word II: Intermediate Word Processing
■ Computer Training Center
Jul 28
12
Introduction to Mac
Take a tour of the desktop and dock. Learn about standard apps, how to browse files with Finder and use menus. Macs are not provided for this overview class. Attendees are welcome to bring their own Macs to work along with the instructor. Register at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Thu Jun 29
1-2:30 p.m.
Online Safety & Security Basics
Stay safe and secure your information while browsing, shopping or paying bills online. Develop a strong password system, learn ways to recognize traps of adware or malware and avoid scams that can compromise your equipment or personal information. Register at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Thu Jul 13
1-2:30 p.m.
Computer & Gadget Help
A dedicated time to focus on your technology questions. Bring your laptop, tablet or other device. Practice new computer skills or learn to use the library catalog while trainers are available. Provide a description of the help you need when registering at tscpl.org/register. ■ Computer Training Center
Tuesdays
3-4:30 p.m.
KIDS
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Baby Bookworms [Birth-18 months]
Introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books through interactive songs, stories, bounces and more! ■ Lingo Story Room 121
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30-10 a.m. 10:30-11 a.m. 5:30-6 p.m.
Readapalooza [6-12 years]
Read, build and discover with inspiring and exciting stories followed by crafts and activities. Each session counts for 30 minutes toward your Summerfest reading goal, with different stories and activities every time. How will you build a better world? ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10-11 a.m.
Stories & Crafts [3-5 years]
Stories, songs and activities that encourage a love of reading and help develop early literacy skills. Each session counts for 30 minutes toward your Summerfest reading goal. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101AB
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10-11 a.m.
Zoo Animals Live [All ages]
Meet some of the Topeka Zoo animal residents up close as Rachael Rost, education specialist, helps you separate animal fact from fiction. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101B
Thu Jun 1 Thu Jul 6
4-4:45 p.m. 4-4:45 p.m.
1:30-3 p.m. 1:30-3 p.m. JUNE-JULY 2017
Reading with Prairieland Dogs [All ages]
Peanut Butter Hamster [All ages]
■ The Story Zone
■ Marvin Auditorium
Dogs are man's best friend, but they’re also a child's best listener. Grab your favorite book and read to these special dogs. Sun Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 Sun Jul 2, 9
2-3 p.m. 2-3 p.m.
Toddler Time 2 [24-36 months]
Share stories, songs and crafts with your older toddler. This 6-week program transitions children from lap-sitting to independent story times. Register beginning at 9 a.m. Tues. May 23 at tscpl.org/register. ■ Lingo Story Room
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30-10 a.m. 10:30-11 a.m. 6:30-7 p.m.
tWiin Xgaming Station [8-12 years]
Come hang out and play awesome games on the Wii, Xbox or PlayStation. Impress your friends with your stellar hand-eye coordination. Beat your enemies using your limitless courage. Now’s the time to show your stuff! (Games will be rated E for everyone). ■ Tweens Area
Tue
Jun 6
4-5 p.m.
Toddler Time 1 [12 - 24 months]
Bubbles and books, wiggles and songs! Early literacy fun for one-year olds to enjoy with their adults. ■ Lingo Story Room
Wednesdays
9:30-10 a.m. 10:30-11 a.m. 6:30-7 p.m.
Musical Storytime [Birth - 5 years]
Shake off your sleepiness with some fun songs and crazy dancin' with Kyler. Occasional surprises and guests! ■ The Story Zone
Sat
Jun 10, 24, Jul 8, 22 10:00-10:30 a.m.
Guys Read [8-12 years]
Read awesome books dudes will dig - explosive action and farts! Then talk 'em over with the guys, play games, wolf down some food and meet new friends. Receive books on a first-come, first-served basis. For more info call Jason at 785-580-4565. ■ Lingo Story Room
Sat Sat
Jun 10 Jul 8
2-3 p.m. 2-3 p.m.
BLOCKBUSTER WEDNESDAYS Indiana Bones [All ages]
Combining archeology, action, adventure, ancient legends, mythology and folklore, Indy thrills and educates audiences with his unique storytelling abilities. Indy weaves stories for students, families, sci-fi lovers and museum goers alike. ■ Marvin Auditorium
Wed Jun 7
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Topeka Zoo [All ages]
Sing, dance, laugh and see KIDS OF ALL AGES having more fun than humans should be allowed during this fun, interactive, entertaining show! Wed Jun 14
The Topeka Zoo will present live animals and discuss how these creatures provide us with a better world. From disease control to keeping our planet clean, these furry, feathered and scaly animals provide services we cannot live without. Don't miss this wild presentation!
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
■ Marvin Auditorium
Wed Jul 26
Musical Storytime [All ages]
Bring the whole family, daycare or preschool for some guitar picking music, dancing, whimsical books and great big smiles with Kyler. ■ The Story Zone
Fri
Jun 16, Jul 21
Read with a Ranger [3-5 years]
Ranger Mynesha Spencer, from the Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site will read, If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur by Trevor Jockims. After listening, children will be invited to create their very own dinosaur magnets to take home. We will talk about different National Park Sites that are dedicated to maintaining and preserving dinosaur remains from the Prehistoric Era.
10:00-10:30 a.m.
Aaron Fowler [All ages]
Music, movement and stories that share the power of putting together (and tearing apart), building up (and ripping down), and being part of building a better world. We will sing songs that can help us learn letters, storybook characters, authors and some cool facts. ■ Marvin Auditorium
Wed Jun 21
■ The Story Zone
Sat
■ Lingo Story Room
Mon Jul 31
Movie on the Lawn: Jumanji
Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and head on down to the State Capitol to experience outdoor cinema at its best. Jumanji will be the main feature.
Bring a friend and join us for a fun day of midway games in our auditorium. Enjoy face painting and glitter tattoos from 12 p.m.- 2 p.m. Wed Jul 5
■ State Capitol Lawn
Fri
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
■ Marvin Auditorium 101AB
Fri
Jun 9
Annie is a young, happy foster kid who’s also tough enough to make her way on the streets of New York. Sing along to “Hard Knock Life,”“Tomorrow” and more. Closed captioning will be provided. 2015 | Rated PG | 118 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
Jun 23
2-4 p.m.
The BFG
In this imaginative film, orphan Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant explore Giant Country and collect dreams. Later, they warn the Queen of England about the threat posed by the other child-eating giants. Based on the book by Roald Dahl. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 118 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
Jun 30
2-4 p.m.
Zootopia
When optimistic Officer Judy Hopps arrives in Zootopia, she discovers that being the first bunny on a police force of big, tough animals isn’t so easy. Determined to prove herself, she jumps at the opportunity to crack a case. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 108 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
Jul 7
2-4 p.m.
Queen of Katwe
Based on a true story, Phiona is a girl from the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she begins to play chess. With confidence and determination, Phiona pursues her dream of becoming an international chess champion. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 124 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101AB
Fri
Jul 14
2-4 p.m.
Moana Sing-Along
Spirited teenager Moana meets the once-mighty demigod Maui. They traverse the open ocean, encountering enormous fiery creatures and impossible odds. Sing along to “I Am Moana,”“How Far I’ll Go” and more. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 107 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
Jul 21
2-4 p.m.
The Great Gilly Hopkins
Smart-mouthed Gilly bounces around from one foster home to the next, causing trouble until a kindhearted woman eventually breaks through the child’s rough exterior, becoming the mother she’s never had. Based on the book by Katherine Patterson. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 99 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
Jul 28
2-4 p.m.
2-4 p.m.
Home
A lovable misfit from another planet meets a girl named Tip. The two unlikely friends embark on the greatest journey of all time. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 94 minutes
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
2-4 p.m.
A hilarious comedy about the lives our pets lead after we leave for work or school each day. Max, a terrier, has his favorite-pet status turned upside-down when his owner takes in a stray named Duke. Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 87 minutes
“If We Can Dream It, We Can Build It.” Dan's magic show will guide us on a journey full of architecture and construction! Ultimately, everyone learns what it means to be a builder. Wed Jul 19
Jun 2
The Secret Life of Pets
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Dan Dan the Magic Man [All ages]
■ Marvin Auditorium
8:45-10:30 p.m.
When Dory suddenly remembers she has a family who may be looking for her, she, Marlin and Nemo take off on a life-changing quest to find them. Dive into the movie overflowing with gallons of fun! Closed captioning will be provided. Rated PG | 97 minutes
Mime, Masks and Magic is an interactive show with a court jester whose magic entertains a reluctant queen, a robot so real you'll be relieved when it self-destructs, a masked marionette, a fitness expert out-smarted by kids, and a wacky doctor with a transplant operation that you'll never forget. Wed Jul 12
Jun 2
FRIDAY FLICKS SERIES Finding Dory
Noon-6 p.m.
Fax Gilbert [All ages]
■ Marvin Auditorium
10-11 a.m.
MOVIES
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Super Carnival [All ages]
■ Marvin Auditorium
10-10:30 a.m.
Play together during activities that focus on healthy child development and early literacy. Learn about your role of being your child's first teacher. Local partners will be present to share resources available to the community. Registration required for the 5-week program that begins July 31. Register beginning July 9 at tscpl.org/register.
Kids + opera = imaginative fun! Back by popular demand, sing along in an interactive opera performance featuring students from the Washburn Opera Studio. Talented singers and a live pianist will sing, play and laugh with kids of all ages. Wed Jun 28
Jul 29
Family Place Learn & Play [Birth-3 years]
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Washburn Opera Studio [All ages]
■ Marvin Auditorium
9-9:45 a.m. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Annie Sing-Along
13
Jun 16
2-4 p.m.
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JUNE-JULY 2017
INTERNATIONAL FILM SERIES Storming Juno
Docudrama retelling the Canadian assault of Juno Beach on D-Day, as told via reenactment and through interviews with those who were there. © E1 Entertainment | Canada | 2010 | Not Rated | 88 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Tue
Jun 6
6:30-8:45 p.m.
Flying Scotsman
The story of champion cyclist Graeme Obree.© MGM | Germany | 2006 | Rated PG-13 | 96 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Tue
Jul 11
6:30-8:45 p.m.
CLASSIC FILM SERIES 42nd Street
A producer puts on what may be his last Broadway show and, at the last moment, a chorus girl has to replace the star. 1933 | b&w | 89 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Fri
Jun 9
2-5 p.m.
Road to Morocco
Two survivors of a shipwreck in the Mediterranean find themselves in the company of Princess Shalimar, who has purchased one of the men and plans to make him her husband. 1942 | b&w | 83 minutes ■ Marvin Auditorium 101C
Fri
Jul 14
2-5 p.m.
Jurassic Park
Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) are among a group chosen to tour an island theme park populated by dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA. What could possibly go wrong? 1993 Rated PG-13, 127 minutes. ■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Fri
Jul 21
6:30-9 p.m.
TEEN Sometimes it’s so comforting to go back to childhood. Enjoy popcorn and watch some of your favorite shows growing up like Fairly Odd Parents, Spongebob, Drake and Josh, That’s So Raven and many others. ■ The Edge - Teen Room
Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 3-4 p.m. Jul 7, 14, 21, 28 3-4 p.m.
BUILD BETTER SERIES Bike It
Join Topeka Metro Bikes and learn all about biking in and around your community as we play games and mess with actual bikes! ■ The Edge - Teen Room
Mon Jun 5
Pet animals and talk to experts about the animal therapy profession and how our community can take care of our furry friends. ■ The Edge - Teen Room
Mon Jun 19
2-3 p.m. Find AdventureMobile schedule on page 5. FOR SCHEDULE UPDATES, CHECK tscpl.org/bookmobile
Artsy Fartsy
Are you creative? Get your hands dirty while we make something fabulous and colorful together. ■ The Edge - Teen Room
Mon Jun 26
MONDAY
2-3 p.m.
Photo Fun
Dying to figure out how to take the most awesome selfie with the perfect light and color? Learn about photography skills new and old. ■ The Edge - Teen Room
Mon Jul 3
2-3 p.m.
Construct Everything
Literally build a better world and other things with all sorts of materials this week. ■ The Edge - Teen Room
Mon Jul 10
2-3 p.m.
Calling all dreamers! We will read prose, poetry and short stories, discuss and write, write, write. Mon Jul 17
Go green by learning about the environment and keeping our community healthy. Games and hands-on fun. Mon Jul 24
2-3 p.m.
2-3 p.m.
2-3 p.m.
Mon Jun 12, 26 Mon Jul 10, 24
7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m.
4-5 p.m.
In our techno-savvy world, it’s good to know what’s real and what’s not. Can you figure it out? Mon Jun 12
– 1:00 pm – 12:45 pm – 7:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center, SW 21st & Fairlawn Dillons North, 800 NW 25th St Mike’s IGA, NE Sardou & Forest Velma Paris Community Center, 6715 SW Westview
– 11:30 am – 12:15 pm – 3:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Azura Credit Union, SE 29th & Croco Auburn Community Center, 121 W 11th Hunter's Ridge, NW 46th & Hwy 75 Villa West Shopping Center, SW 29th & Wanamaker
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2-3 p.m.
TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
Casey's General Store, 4441 SE California Ave Hunter's Ridge, NW 46th & Hwy 75 209 S Quincy Street Station, 820 SE Quincy St Brookwood Shopping Center, SW 29th & Oakley Dillons North, 800 NW 25th St
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Fact or Fiction
■ The Edge - Teen Room
– 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – 1:15 pm – 7:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Visit tscpl.org/bookmobile to locate the drop box location nearest you. Call the Bookmobile office at 785-580-4590 for more information.
It’s time to Get Literary. Teens 14-18, meet and discuss current YA titles with people who love books as much as you. All titles in this year’s club are Michael Printz Award winners or honorees. July’s book is Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz. This group meets bi-monthly at Barnes & Noble. Register at tscpl.org/register beginning Saturday, July 1. Contact getlit@tscpl.org for info. Sun Jul 30
9:30 am 9:30 am 11:45 am 2:30 pm 2:00 pm
9:30 am 9:30 am 12:45 pm 1:30 pm
Get Lit: A Teen Book Club [14-18 years]
■ Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Villa West Shopping Center, SW 29th & Wanamaker California Crossing Shopping Center, SE 29th & California
SATURDAY
Find inspiration to create. Join others who share your literary passion as we express ourselves and explore the world through our works of poetry and prose. ■ The Edge - Teen Room
9:30 am – 7:30 pm 9:30 am – 7:30 pm
9:30 am 9:30 am 2:00 pm 2:30 pm
Survey says? This should be a good time. Join us for this fun game show. Mon Jul 31
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 3625 SW Wanamaker Brookwood Shopping Center, SW 29th & Oakley Dillons, SW 29th & Urish Shawnee Heights United Methodist Church, SE 45th/Shawnee Heights
FRIDAY
Family Feud
■ The Edge - Teen Room
9:30 am – 1:00 pm 9:30 am – 1:00 pm 2:15 pm – 7:30 pm 2:30 pm – 7:30 pm
THURSDAY
2-3 p.m.
Go Green
■ The Edge - Teen Room
Wal-Mart, 1301 SW 37th Azura Credit Union, SE 29th & Croco Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center, SW 21st & Fairlawn Tecumseh United Methodist Church, 334 SE Tecumseh
WEDNESDAY
Read It Write It ■ The Edge - Teen Room
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm 3:00 pm – 7:30 pm 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm
TUESDAY
Teen Writer’s Group
Friday Reruns
Fri Fri
Animal Therapy
1515 SW 10th AVENUE | TOPEKA, KS 66604 785 580-4400 | www.tscpl.org | Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm | Saturday 9 am–6 pm | Sunday 12 pm–9 pm 14
JUNE-JULY 2017
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE JUNE 2017
A=ADULTS AR=ART B=BOOKS C=COMPUTER K=KIDS[BIRTH-11 YEARS] M=MOVIES MU=MUSIC T=TEENS[12-18 YEARS]
Teen Writer’s Group
JUNE 1 THURSDAY Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Computerized Genealogy 10 AM A Word I 1 PM C Zoo Animals Live 4 PM K What Does the Fox Read? 6:30 PM B Exciting New Plants 7 PM A JUNE 2 FRIDAY Tallgrass Prairie Tour Word II Finding Dory Friday Reruns Jumanji
9 AM A 1 PM C 2 PM M 3 PM T 8:45 PM M
JUNE 3 SATURDAY Art exhibition for children 2Book Topeka Play it Again!
AR 7:30 AM B 2 PM A
JUNE 4 SUNDAY Reading w/ Prairieland Dogs 2 PM K JUNE 5 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market Medicare Mondays Build Better: Bike It PostPublic Article Club
8 AM A 1 PM A 2 PM T 6 PM B
JUNE 6 TUESDAY Toddler Time 2 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K League of Women Voters 11:30 AM A Facebook for Beginners 1 PM C Computer & Gadget Help 3 PM C tWiin Xgaming Station 4 PM K Storming Juno 6:30 PM M JUNE 7 WEDNESDAY Indiana Bones 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Easy Origami for Adults 1 PM A How to Start a Business 5:30 PM A JUNE 8 THURSDAY Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Excel: Intro to Spreadsheets 1 PM C Those Who Lead, Read 7 PM A
7 PM T
JUNE 13 TUESDAY Toddler Time 2 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Journaling 10 AM A Readapalooza 10 AM K Computer & Gadget Help 3 PM C Self-Publishing 6:30 PM A JUNE 14 WEDNESDAY Peanut Butter Hamster 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,9:30 AM,6:30 PM K Crestview Chapter Chat 1 PM B Art in Common 2 PM AR JUNE 15 THURSDAY Word: Mail Merge 9:30 AM C Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K iPad Workshop 1:30 PM C Retirement & Medicare 6:30 PM A Afro-Am Writers Book Group 7 PM B Master Gardeners History 7 PM A JUNE 16 FRIDAY Taming Your Mouse Friday Flicks: Home Friday Reruns
1 PM C 2 PM M 3 PM T
JUNE 17 SATURDAY Juneteenth Celebration
11 AM A
JUNE 28 WEDNESDAY Washburn Opera 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K JUNE 29 THURSDAY Easy Origami for Adults 9 AM A Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Introduction to Mac 1 PM C JUNE 30 FRIDAY Friday Flicks: The BFG Friday Reruns
2 PM M 3 PM T
JULY 1 SATURDAY Play it Again!
2 PM A
JULY 2017
JUNE 19 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market 8 AM A Button Crafts 12:30 PM A Windows 10 for Beginners 1 PM C Build Better: Animal Therapy 2 PM T
JULY 3 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market Medicare Mondays Build Better: Photo Fun PostPublic Article Club
JUNE 20 TUESDAY Toddler Time 2 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Internet Introduction 1 PM C Computer & Gadget Help 3 PM C Truthfulness 7 PM A 2Book Topeka 7 PM B
JULY 5 WEDNESDAY Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Super Carnival Noon K Pop Bottle Bird Houses 1 PM A
JUNE 21 WEDNESDAY Aaron Fowler 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Intro to Songwriting 1 PM A TALK Book: The Jungle Book 7 PM B
JUNE 10 SATURDAY Musical Storytime Brooksfest Guys Read
JUNE 22 THURSDAY Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Google It! 1 PM C William Allen White 7 PM A
10 AM K 1 PM A 2 PM K
JUNE 23 FRIDAY Tallgrass Prairie Tour Email for Beginners Annie Sing-Along Friday Reruns
8 AM A 1 PM C 1:30 PM B 2 PM T 3:30 PM A 5 PM A
JUNE 27 TUESDAY Toddler Time 2 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Computer & Gadget Help 3 PM C Bean There, Read That 7 PM B
JULY 2 SUNDAY Reading w/Prairieland Dogs 2 PM
9 AM A 1 PM C 2 PM M 2 PM M 3 PM T
JUNE 12 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market PowerPoint Classics Made Modern Fact or Fiction Caregiver Support Group Computerized Genealogy
8 AM A 12:30 PM A 1 PM C 2 PM T 7 PM T
JUNE 18 SUNDAY Reading with Prairieland Dogs 2 PM K
JUNE 9 FRIDAY Tallgrass Prairie Tour Excel: Lists 42nd Street The Secret Life of Pets Friday Reruns
JUNE 11 SUNDAY Reading with Prairieland Dogs 2 PM K Elizabeth Farnsworth 2 PM B
JUNE 26 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market My House, My Stuff Google Docs Build Better: Artsy Fartsy Teen Writer’s Group
9 AM A 1 PM C 2 PM M 3 PM T
JUNE 24 SATURDAY Musical Storytime 10 AM K Biomedical Ethics Exploration 3 PM A JUNE 25 SUNDAY Reading with Prairieland Dogs 2 PM K So Many Books 3 PM B
TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
K
8 AM A 1 PM A 2 PM T 6 PM B
JULY 6 THURSDAY Computerized Genealogy A Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Touring Your Digital Library 1 PM C 2Book Topeka 2 PM B Zoo Animals Live 4 PM K What Does the Fox Read? 6:30 PM B JULY 7 FRIDAY Friday Flicks: Zootopia Friday Reruns
2 PM M 3 PM T
JULY 8 SATURDAY Musical Storytime 10 AM K Computerized Genealogy 2 11 AM A Guys Read 2 PM K JULY 9 SUNDAY Jewish Heritage Celebration 2 PM A Reading with Prairieland Dogs 2 PM K JULY 10 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market Word I Classics Made Modern Construct Everything Caregiver Support Group Computerized Genealogy Teen Writer’s Group
8 AM A 1 PM C 1:30 PM B 2 PM T 3:30 PM A 5 PM A 7 PM T 15
JULY 11 TUESDAY Toddler Time 2 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Journaling 10 AM A Readapalooza 10 AM K Computer & Gadget Help 3 PM C Flying Scotsman 6:30 PM M
JULY 22 SATURDAY Musical Storytime
JULY 12 WEDNESDAY Fax Gilbert 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Crestview Chapter Chat 1 PM A
JULY 24 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market Adult Coloring Excel: Intro to Spreadsheets Build Better: Go Green Legal Issues for Alzheimer's Teen Writer’s Group
8 AM A 12:30 PM A 1 PM C 2 PM T 5:30 PM A 7 PM T
JULY 25 TUESDAY Stories & Crafts Readapalooza Excel: Lists Computer & Gadget Help Bean There, Read That
10 AM K 10 AM K 1 PM C 3 PM C 7 PM B
JULY 13 THURSDAY Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Online Safety Basics 1 PM C Bees and Butterflies 7 PM A JULY 14 FRIDAY Classic Film: Road to Morocco 2 PM M Friday Flicks: Queen of Katwe 2 PM M Friday Reruns 3 PM T JULY 17 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market 8 AM A Understanding Social Security 12:30 PM A Word II 1 PM C Build Better: Read It Write It 2 PM T JULY 18 TUESDAY Toddler Time 2 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Windows 10 for Beginners 9:30 AM C Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Computer & Gadget Help 3 PM C JULY 19 WEDNESDAY Dan Dan the Magic Man 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Intro to Songwriting 1 PM A TALK Book: A Little Princess 7 PM B JULY 20 THURSDAY Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Internet Introduction 9:30 AM C Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K iPad Workshop 1:30 PM C Afro-Am Writers Book Group 7 PM B JULY 21 FRIDAY Google It! Musical Storytime Moana Sing-Along Friday Reruns Jurassic Park
9:30 AM C 10 AM K 2 PM M 3 PM T 6:30 PM M
10 AM C
JULY 23 SUNDAY Reading with Prairieland Dogs 2 PM K 2Book Topeka 2 PM B So Many Books 3 PM B
JULY 26 WEDNESDAY Topeka Zoo 9,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K Toddler Time 1 9:30,10:30 AM,6:30 PM K JULY 27 THURSDAY Pop Bottle Bird Houses 9 AM A Baby Bookworms 9:30,10:30 AM,5:30 PM K Stories & Crafts 10 AM K Readapalooza 10 AM K Facebook for Beginners 1 PM C History of Shawnee Co. Parks 7 PM A JULY 28 FRIDAY Pinterest for Beginners The Great Gilly Hopkins Friday Reruns Trivia Night
1 PM C 2 PM M 3 PM T 6:30 PM A
JULY 29 SATURDAY Read with a Ranger Book Publishing Trivia Afternoon
10 AM K Noon A 3 PM A
JULY 30 SUNDAY 2Book Topeka Get Lit: A Teen Book Club
3 PM B 4 PM T
JULY 31 MONDAY Monday Farmers Market Family Place Learn & Play mySocial Security Signup Family Feud
8 AM A 10 AM K 12:30 PM A 2 PM T
Sign up for the reading challenge. summerfest.tscpl.org
JUNE-JULY 2017
JUNE-JULY 2017 Movie on the Lawn Jumanji June 2 | 8:45-10:30 pm
1515 SW 10th Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66604-1374
NON PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID KANSAS CITY, MO Permit No. 219
Stories and Crafts with Sheriff Jones & a firefighter Thursday July 6 | 10-11am
you don't want to miss
Farmers' Market Every Monday June & July | 8-11:30am
Brooksfest June 10 | 1-5pm
Blockbuster Wednesday Indiana Bones June 7 | 9am, 10:30am or 6:30pm
Truthfulness, How the Topeka Capital-Journal Focuses on Facts June 20 | 7-8pm
Intro to Songwriting June 21 & July 19 | 1-2pm
Photo Fun [Teens] July 3 | 2-3pm
Super Carnival July 5 | noon-6pm
Jewish Heritage Celebration July 9 | 2-5pm