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 Kids' Action Club, opens a new window aims to raise funds to benefit the library in honor of our building's 10-year renovation anniversary, opens a new window. All proceeds go to the LPL Friends & Foundation and support our literacy efforts.
Folks can place their bids on the bidding sheets at the tables in the Auditorium. Auction bids run until the Last Bash Summer Reading event which–by the way–is sure to be loads of fun. Also, fun fact: Art is next year's Summer Reading Theme!
What can you expect at the 10th Anniversary Party & Summer Reading Last Bash?
We’re celebrating the 10th anniversary of the library's "new" building with an extra special end-of-summer reading Last Bash. In a nod to our 2014 grand opening party where we watched the original Ghostbusters, we'll be showing Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire on the Lawn! We'll kick things off indoors at 5 PM with music from No Bow Tie and Chris Luxem & Nathan Dixey followed by dance performances by Dance Hues Studio and The Last Carnival. After that we'll head outside for games on the lawn, food trucks, Free State Brewery beer, free popcorn, and a swinging, big band performance from the Jazzhawks. Ad Astra Photo Booth will be here too! Be sure to stop in and preserve the memories.
To make the Last Bash that much sweeter, Kids' Action Club is hosting a Donut Drive fundraiser to benefit Just Food, opens a new window. Donuts will be for sale for a suggested donation of $2. Quick Trip generously donated 500 donuts! We’ll also have a "Donut Duel" to taste test our local donut shops with the help of guest judges Mayor Littlejohn, Representative Christina Haswood, Director of KU Basketball Operations Fred Quartlebaum, and our very own Director Brad Allen. Pick up a donut, lay out your picnic blankets or camping chairs, and get settled for one of the best movie viewings of the summer in Lawrence!
What is Kids' Action Club (KAC)?
Kids' Action Club is a chance for Lawrence, KS children ages 8-11 to engage in acts of community service and civic activities. Meetings involve lessons on how to be eco-friendly, practices in empathy, and advice on becoming a strong young leader through age-appropriate service projects. Kiddos can expect activities ranging from organizing donation drives for those in need of food, clothing, and other resources to Lawrence park clean-ups. Want to know more about KAC? Contact Jenny Cook, Youth Services Supervisor at jcook@lplks.org or call (785) 843-3833 x 117.
Need Summer Reading youth recs? Check out the list below.
Lawrence Kid Picks: Summer Reading 2024
Our Summer Theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library! Here are some books to kickstart your Summer Reading adventure! Want to know more about Summer Reading at LPL? Visit: https://lplks.org/summer-reading
The Summer Reading 2024 program is also sponsored by: the Library Friends & Foundation, McGrew Real Estate, opens a new window, the Douglas County Community Foundation, opens a new window, BNSF Railway, opens a new window, Crown Toyota of Lawrence,, opens a new window Security Benefit, opens a new window, and MSM Systems, opens a new window. Events are free and open to the public.
About Lawrence Public Library
Lawrence Public Library (LPL for short) 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 are committed to providing a space where our community can learn, connect, create, and grow through access to our vast collections, resources, services, programs, and knowledgeable staff. The library is supported by tax dollars, record-breaking book sales and philanthropic efforts by the LPL Friends & Foundation, and the dedicated efforts of more than 300 volunteers. All are welcome.
