by Jenny Cook, Youth Services Supervisor What is the Kids' Action Club Art Auction? What is it for? Add some whimsy to your art collection! Drawings of donuts, books, cute dogs—even a unicorn cat—are up for silent auction bids in the Library Atrium through Friday, July 26 at 7:30 PM. This effort by the library's…
For just $10/month, support the Library for years to come
Lawrence Public Library (Lawrence, KS) is hosting a $10 for 10 for $10(K!) fundraising opportunity. A generous donor has pledged to match the amount fundraised with $10,000.
“All are welcome” at the library
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist feat. Frankie Haynes, Diversity & Equity Coordinator Q&A with Frankie Haynes, Diversity & Equity Coordinator Lawrence Public Library is a community hub that believes in the power of connecting with each other through shared knowledge and resources. Located in the heart of Downtown Lawrence, Kansas, we're committed…
10 Years of New Stories
by Kathleen Morgan, Deputy Director and Director of Development & Community Partnerships Celebrate 10 years with us. On July 26, 2014, thousands of people visited 707 Vermont Street to check out their newly-reimagined library. By the end of opening weekend, 18,000 people streamed through Lawrence Public Library’s doors. “It was exhilarating to see so many…
Attend “A big hug for all cultures!” say library staff
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist, feat. Anita Patel, Youth Services Librarian; Lindin Scott and Theresa Bird, Information Services Assistants; and Terese Winters, Information Services Librarian Q&A with Anita, Lindin, Terese, and Theresa Learn how Lawrence Public Library's (Lawrence, KS) first-ever Multicultural Fair on SAT, Jul 13 at 3–5 PM came to life…
“You should do Summer Reading too!” shares teen finisher
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist feat. Emmett, Teen Summer Reading Finisher Q&A with Emmett, Teen Summer Reading Finisher Adventure begins in the Teen Zone! Learn from Emmett why they enjoy Summer Reading, how they use the library, Teen Zone "hidden gems," and more. Then sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge. Let's…
Find new interests and live a better life, read non-fiction
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist, feat. Becky Blick, Information Services Assistant Q&A with Becky Blick, Information Services Assistant Need help finding easy and affordable summer cookout recipes, reliable news information, help on being a caregiver, and more? Ask us anything! Reading non-fiction to improve your life and the lives of those you…
Brush up on tech skills through free appointments and events
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist, feat. Matthew Pelsma, SOUND+VISION Studio Specialist Q&A with Matthew Pelsma, SOUND+VISION Studio Specialist Matt, the library's new SOUND+VISION Studio Specialist, walked us through the library in a virtual invitation to participate in the Summer Reading challenge on socials. In this article, he introduces us to library tech…
Bookmobile “Dottie” makes Summer Reading accessible
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist, feat. Sarah Mathews, Outreach Coordinator Q&A with Sarah Mathews, Outreach Coordinator Summer Reading is for everyone! However, we understand if making it down to 707 Vermont St can be a challenge. That's why "Dottie", the library's bookmobile, is here to save the day. All summer long, our…
Adults may experience a “quieter mind” after reading fiction
by Kayla Cook, Media Relations & Communications Specialist, feat. Leah Newton, Readers' Services Technician Q&A with Leah Newton, Readers' Services Technician The Summer Reading Challenge is for all ages! Learn from Leah why you should take a chance on fiction–then complete the Summer Reading Challenge and watch your life improve (at the very least with…
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