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Free-range fundraiser Free-range fundraiser

After Hours at the Library has locally-grown music and fresh market fare + a bounteous basket raffle with brag-worthy prizes like this coveted Chiefs jersey, signed by none other than "Showtime" Mahomes himself.

After Hours at the Library has locally grown music and fresh market fare + a bounteous basket raffle with brag-worthy prizes..

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Robin Sloan Talk + Book Signing Robin Sloan Talk + Book Signing

Mar 3rd | 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Liberty Hall

New York Times Bestselling author Robin Sloan talks "Sourdough," idea fermentation, and why it's good to play with your food-focused novel.

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 down, innumerable books ahead! Our first families to cross the finish line are raising strong readers.

1,000 down, innumerable books ahead! Our first families to cross the finish line are raising strong readers. Find out how your little one can, too.

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Tax Information Tax Information

How to make it through tax season, with assistance, forms, and more resources in the Lawrence community.

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Troubleshooting Tech's Gender Gap Troubleshooting Tech's Gender Gap

Feb 21st | 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Explore tech's gender gap with Girls Who Code Lawrence facilitators. We'll learn about women's early innovations in technology, the reasons…

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Doughnut Fix with Author Jessie Janowitz Doughnut Fix with Author Jessie Janowitz

Feb 24th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Teens, meet the author of our Read Across Lawrence book, sample the best doughnuts from local bakeries, and vote for your favorite.

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After Hours at the Library After Hours at the Library

Mar 2nd | 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Special guest Robin Sloan joins this farmers market-themed party to support the Library Foundation. Get your tickets!

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An Afternoon with Robin Sloan An Afternoon with Robin Sloan

Mar 3rd | 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Liberty Hall

Sloan, New York Times Best-selling of 2012’s Mr. Penumbra's 24-hour Bookstore, will talk about his most recent book, "Sourdough."

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037: That Time I Almost Did Something:… 037: That Time I Almost Did Something:…

By Kate Gramlich

We are welcoming Mr. Bradley Allen, director of Lawrence Public Library, on this episode of the podcast. Brad's here to help discuss this...

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LPL Picks: Kiss and Tell LPL Picks: Kiss and Tell

recommended by LPL_PolliK

Recently released or coming out this spring, here are some choice titles to topple your to-be-read pile. All of these I've read and loved…

Recently released or coming out this spring, here are some choice titles to topple your to-be-read pile. All of these I've read and loved...

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NEW: Comic Book Club! NEW: Comic Book Club!

By Kate Gramlich

NEW Comic Book Club: 1PM, Second Saturday of each month, Mtg Rm A -- Ages 16 and up Want to read comic books, but don't know where to…

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036: “It’s okay not to be okay.” 036: “It’s okay not to be okay.”

By Kate Gramlich

What do American Ambassadors, historic sex clubs, lawn-care, depression, and social niceties have in common? Well... they're all…

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2019 Book Squad Goals Reading Challenge 2019 Book Squad Goals Reading Challenge

The Book Squad Goals Reading Challenge for 2019 has been announced! Click here to view and print!

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Resources A-Z Resources A-Z

From Academic Search Premiere to WorldCat—LPL databases have you covered.

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Academic Search Premier Academic Search Premier

Scholarly multi-disciplinary research database.

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Ancestry Library Edition Ancestry Library Edition

Large online genealogy and historical database. Accessible only at library computers.

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Auto Repair Reference Center Auto Repair Reference Center

Access to repair, maintenance, and service information.

LPL Blog

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Join us for the After Hours Market! Join us for the After Hours Market!

By Lnewton

Have you ever been to the library after hours? This is your chance! The Lawrence Public Library Foundation will host the "After Hours…

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Mother of the Year Mother of the Year

By Mollyw

I’m the mother of an infant and a six year-old and I’m tired. Very, very tired. Not just physically tired, but mentally tired.

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The Green Stuff The Green Stuff

By Melissa Fisher Isaacs

This year’s Book Squad Goals Reading Challenge includes the prompt to “Read a book from an author who has visited Lawrence.” If by “has…

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The Sourdough Next Door The Sourdough Next Door

By Hhenderson

Already finished your Read Across Lawrence copy of Sourdough? Newly curious about the microorganisms burping away in Lawrence’s own…

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Romances You May Have Missed in 2018 Romances You May Have Missed in 2018

By Ltaylor

I know it’s February and we’re well on our way to solidly being part of 2019. (I’ve almost written the date correctly every day this…

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A Little Romance, Decade by Decade A Little Romance, Decade by Decade

recommended by LPL_BeckyB

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Movies & Shows Leaving Netflix -… Movies & Shows Leaving Netflix -…

recommended by LPL_LookPlayListen

Here's what's leaving Netflix in February, but will still be available at LPL!

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The umbrellas of Cherbourg

I didn't know I liked musicals until Umbrellas of Cherbourg turned me into a puddle. So beautifully melancholic.

recommended by LPL_KevinC

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John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band

by John Lennon

On Lennon’s debut solo album, he tried to exorcise some of his demons. The result is a classic album that’s heavier in subject matter and… More

recommended by LPL_IanS

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Christopher Robin

Cute! (And I'm not just talking about my boyfriend Ewan McGregor!)

recommended by LPL_SarahM

Kids + Babies

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Movie Party! Movie Party!

Feb 21st | 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Just like the cheese and crackers we’ll be snacking on, A Tangle of Knots and Ratatouille are a perfect pairing. Come enjoy your day off…

Just like cheese and crackers we’ll be snacking on, A Tangle of Knots and Ratatouille are a perfect pairing. Come enjoy your day off school by watching this adorable movie about following your dreams and eating lots of great food along the way.

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Lawrence Kid Picks: A Tangle of Knots! Lawrence Kid Picks: A Tangle of Knots!

recommended by LPL_Childrens

Our Read Across Lawrence for Kids 2019 book is A Tangle of Knots by Lisa Graff! Here are some ideas for readers who are looking for more books with a bit of magic, some cooking, and mysterious connections... Find out more about RAL Kids 2019 here: https://tinyurl.com/yd2jn2nf

Our Read Across Lawrence for Kids 2019 book is A Tangle of Knots by Lisa Graff! Here are some ideas for readers who are looking for more…

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Find Your Talent Showcase! Find Your Talent Showcase!

Feb 22nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Have you ever wanted to know how to juggle? Would you like to be able to stop a cab with a single whistle? Come to our talent showcase and…

Have you ever wanted to know how to juggle? Would you like to be able to stop a cab with a single whistle? Come to our talent showcase and learn all about different talents and get the inside scoop on how to develop them yourself!