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Book List: Womxn of Color Mural Book List: Womxn of Color Mural

recommended by LPL_ReadersServices

Read important stories of historic and contemporary women of color making art and making change, and connect with the WoC mural on the library's Southwest exterior walls as it nears completion.

Read important stories of historic and contemporary women of color making art and making change, and connect with the WoC mural at LPL.

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Future Perfect Project Future Perfect

From the creator of the Trevor Project comes a life-changing program especially for local LGBTQ teens. They will meet two performers —…

From the creator of the Trevor Project comes a life-changing program especially for local LGBTQ teens. They will meet two performers — one an Oscar winner, the other a viral singing sensation. Together, they'll spend a day creating something perfect.

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Akata Witch isn't the "Nigerian Harry… Akata Witch isn't the "Nigerian Harry Potter." Here's why.

By Ballen

Library director Brad looks beyond the typical British/European fantasy canon and falls in love with Nnedi Okorafor's writing.

I am so excited about Nnedi Okorafor's visit to Lawrence this November! I'm a bit behind the times discovering the amazingness that is Ms.…

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Wordplay: Above the fold Learn to talk like a journalist

What does "above the fold" mean? Should you feel ashamed if you've gotten "scooped"? Learn a little something about language and you'll be talking like a bonafide journo in no time.

What does "above the fold" mean? Should you feel ashamed if you've gotten "scooped"? Learn how to talk like a reporter.

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Fall Book Sale Fall Book Sale

Oct 26th | 10:00am - 6:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Get your shelves ready for winter hibernation without busting your budget—all books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks are priced $2 and under.

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Estate Planning 101 Estate Planning 101

Oct 25th | 10:00am - 11:30am

Lawrence Public Library

Learn how to avoid perils and pitfalls in this estate planning session with local attorney Web Golden, hosted by LPL Foundation.

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An Evening with Nnedi Okorafor An Evening with Nnedi Okorafor

Nov 8th

Liberty Hall

"There’s more imagination on a page of Nnedi Okorafor’s work than in whole volumes of ordinary fantasy epics," says Ursula K. Le Guin.

Readers' Services

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031: The One in Which We (Ostensibly)… 031: The One in Which We (Ostensibly)…

By Kate Gramlich

October 8th is Indigenous Peoples Day in Lawrence (and in several other cities across the country). To celebrate the occasion -- and…

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Lawrence Picks: Books to Read by… Lawrence Picks: Books to Read by…

recommended by LPL_PolliK

When you're ready to burn it all down, we've got you covered.

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Lawrence Picks: The Many Hats of the… Lawrence Picks: The Many Hats of the…

recommended by LPL_LeahN

Stephen King is one of my favorite authors and without a doubt one of the most prolific wordsmiths of my generation. Cranking out 58…

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Lawrence Picks: Star Trek: The Next… Lawrence Picks: Star Trek: The Next…

recommended by LPL_IlkaI

On September 8, 1966, Star Trek debuted and American television audiences began their mission to boldly go where no man had gone before.…

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029: Chicken Nuggets and Poetry with… 029: Chicken Nuggets and Poetry with…

By Kate Gramlich

On this episode we got to interview Danny Caine, owner of The Raven Bookstore! Along with owning a bookstore, Danny is also a…

Info Services

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Doc Discussions: The Best of Enemies Doc Discussions: The Best of Enemies

Oct 17th | 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

The nationally broadcasted 1968 debate series between Gore Vidal and William F. Buckley Jr. laid the groundwork for the current state of…

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Genealogy & Local History Drop-In Genealogy & Local History Drop-In

Oct 17th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Stop by with your questions and learn about library resources for exploring community history and researching your family tree. Need info?…

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Skillbuilders: Car Care Skillbuilders: Car Care

Oct 18th | 10:00am - 11:30am

Brandon Woods Smith Center

Skillbuilders is for anyone who has lost a loved one, is adjusting to illness, or other lifestyle changes. Weekly sessions cover everything…

Online Resource

Ancestry Library Edition Ancestry Library Edition

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

LPL Blog

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It's Always Almost the Holidays It's Always Almost the Holidays

By Rjabara

Lots of people grumble about how the holidays seem to encroach ever earlier into the preceding season. We hardly have time to stow our…

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Little Orphan Angie Little Orphan Angie

By Athompson

Like any good child of the eighties, my first foray into relating to a fellow orphan happened with that precocious, red-haired girl pining…

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Ignite & Nurture Your Creativity! Ignite & Nurture Your Creativity!

By Jmickel

Almost everyone has a creative spirit—whether they believe it or not. Likewise, almost everyone goes through times of feeling disconnected…

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Not All Heroes Wear Vintage Cashmere… Not All Heroes Wear Vintage Cashmere…

By Smathews

Well, it's happened—I've turned into one of those people who talks fondly of their formative years through the rose-colored tint of...

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Get that Girls’ Night Going: Movies for… Get that Girls’ Night Going: Movies for…

By Mwiggins

Obviously I love to read, but I can’t read all the time. This was a hard lesson to learn, since reading is both my main leisure activity…

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What's your favorite scary movie? What's your favorite scary movie?

recommended by LPL_LookPlayListen

Here are the movies LPL staff can't get enough of during this fright-filled season!

Staff Pick

Hocus Pocus

This is my absolute favorite movie to watch around Halloween! The hilarity, adventure and fun is perfect for the whole family. Bette…

recommended by LPL_WilliamO

Staff Pick

Red, Yellow & Blue

by Born Ruffians (Musical group)

A lot of great albums came out in 2007-2008, many better and more memorable than this one. To me, though, Red, Yellow, & Blue is the the… More

recommended by LPL_EliH

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Movies Leaving Netflix - October 2018 Movies Leaving Netflix - October 2018

recommended by LPL_LookPlayListen

Here's what's leaving Netflix this month, but will still be available to you at LPL!

Staff Pick

The Good Doctor

This show hit me right in the feels! The cast is wonderful, especially Freddie Highmore as the young surgeon with autism and savant…

recommended by LPL_WilliamO

Kids + Babies

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100 Books for Babies (0-23 months)! 100 Books for Babies (0-23 months)!

recommended by LPL_Childrens

Begin to explore the world of books with these colorful titles! You'll find lots of rhythm and rhyme, which babies love (and we hope you do too)! Some of these titles have fun bonuses, like flaps that lift and textures to feel. Board books on this list can't be put on hold,…

Begin to explore the world of books with these colorful titles! You'll find lots of rhythm and rhyme, which babies love (and we hope you...

Event

Good Bugs, Bad Bugs Good Bugs, Bad Bugs

Oct 17th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

We will look at different bugs found in the garden and identify the good vs bad. Identification will involve not only the bug itself, but…

We will look at different bugs found in the garden and identify the good vs bad. Identification will involve not only the bug itself, but also larvae and egg stacks of different bugs. We will also touch on what plants are attacked by which bug. The Master Gardeners will lead…

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Tween Club: Pumpkin Decorating Tween Club: Pumpkin Decorating

Oct 19th | 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

A club just for tweens! Meet up and hang out, play games, and craft with your friends. We always have the Wii and snacks, but different…

A club just for tweens! Meet up and hang out, play games, and craft with your friends. We always have the Wii and snacks, but different crafts and activities each month!

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Dog and Cat Picture Books Lawrence Kids Picks: Dog and Cat Picture Books

recommended by LPL_Childrens

Selection of picture books featuring furry friends!

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Kid Advisory Board Kid Advisory Board

Oct 26th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lawrence Public Library

Help make the library great for kids by joining the ALL-NEW Kids Advisory Board. We're tackling the ultimate goal of planning a library...

Help make the library great for kids by joining the ALL-NEW Kids Advisory Board. We're tackling the ultimate goal of planning a library program! Create the program of your dreams with other LPL kids. Snacks and fun are included!