Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
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Sunday August 17 12:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Sunday August 17 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Monday August 18 7:30am - 11:30am CDT
Monday Farmers Market
Shop high-quality, locally-grown produce, farm fresh eggs, baked goods, fresh cut flowers and bedding plants. What a fresh way to start your week. Look for more variety as the season progresses.
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Monday August 18 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Monday August 18 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Internet Introduction
Learn about browsers, search engines and how to navigate websites to find information online. Attend this class if you are new to computers and new to the internet, or want to refresh your skills.
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Monday August 18 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
New to Medicare
Get Medicare advice from Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging.
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Monday August 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Intro to Streaming
Whether you're looking to build a gaming channel, host live tutorials or just connect with an audience in real time, this course will guide you through the essential tools and techniques.
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Tuesday August 19 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Tuesday August 19 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Ebooks with Libby
Learn how to access ebooks for free on your computer or smart device. Bring your library card and your device. You should take this class if you are comfortable with digital devices, but new to Libby.
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Tuesday August 19 1:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
TRIO Educational Opportunity Center
Discuss FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), career exploration and school selection with TRIO Educational Opportunity Center advisor Melody Lawrence.
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Tuesday August 19 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
TreeSmart
TreeSmart offers practical tips to help your tree thrive from the ground up. Learn how to choose the right tree, what to look for, and how to plant and care for it.
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Tuesday August 19 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Tuesday August 19 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Grown-Up Game Night
Let's play hidden identity game for 3-10 players. The object is to figure out who the werewolf is, or, if you are on the evil team, prevent the werewolf from being discovered.
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Wednesday August 20 8:00am - 9:30am CDT
Morning Muse Meet Ups
Artists, creatives and art advocates are welcome to share ideas, hear what others are working on and spark new collaborations. This casual monthly event is open to everyone in the arts community.
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Wednesday August 20 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Wednesday August 20 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Geri-Fit - Strengthen for Freedom
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Wednesday August 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Classics Made Modern: Oroonoko by Aphra Behn
Discuss classic and award winning ebooks with other readers. Click event title for Zoom link. Contact Lissa at [email protected] for help with the Zoom link, Facebook group or questions.
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Wednesday August 20 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Cricut Demonstration
Expand your crafting possibilities! Laura will show you many ways to use the library's Cricut machine with examples. She'll also answer your Cricut questions.
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Wednesday August 20 7:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
TALK Book Discussion
TALK book discussions immerse readers in captivating stories and introduce new perspectives through literature. Attend in person or email [email protected] for Zoom link.
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Thursday August 21 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Thursday August 21 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Google Docs
Learn to create, edit, save and find documents using Google Docs. Attend this class if you are new to word processing or Google Docs specifically, or if you want to refresh your skills.
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Thursday August 21 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Journaling with Words and Images
Explore writing & art through journaling. Sessions offer inspiration, activities, examples from others, online resources, and prompts for future texts or art. Register for in-person or Zoom link.
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Thursday August 21 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Caregiver Support Group Meeting
Being a caregiver can be incredibly stressful. Meet and talk to others in the same situation. For more information call April Maddox at Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (785) 235-1367.
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Thursday August 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Ghost Towns of Kansas
Every town has a story. While some stories are still being written, others have ended. Hear the stories of abandoned towns around the state; how they started and what led to their eventual demise.
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Friday August 22 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Friday August 22 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Zoomers Geri-Fit
After successfully completing the Geri-Fit Strengthening class, the next step is the Zoomers workout. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength.
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Friday August 22 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Community Action, Inc.
Community Action staff provide information, answer questions, make referrals, & offer personalized support to individuals seeking support & services from Community Action & other local resources.
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Friday August 22 1:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
4th Friday Film
Let's watch a classic film together. Step back in time and appreciate fine acting, directing and stories. Aug 22 - "Citizen Kane" | Sept 26 - "How Green Was My Valley"
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Saturday August 23 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Sunday August 24 12:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Dr. Drab's Lab: A Color Caper
Dr. Drab has stolen all the colors! Help us rescue colors from Dr. Drab's Lab in this hands-on, immersive summer family exhibit. Every week we will try to save a different color with new activities.
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Sunday August 24 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Sunday August 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Roaming Readers
No required reading, just bring yourself and your walking shoes to chat books with other readers. Meet us at WU for this walking book club in partnership with Washburn University Library.
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Monday August 25 7:30am - 11:30am CDT
Monday Farmers Market
Shop high-quality, locally-grown produce, farm fresh eggs, baked goods, fresh cut flowers and bedding plants. What a fresh way to start your week. Look for more variety as the season progresses.
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Monday August 25 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Rochester Cemetery Walking Tour
Explore Shawnee County's oldest cemetery and learn the history of those who call it their last home. You'll hear stories of its more well-known occupants and the everyday people who first lived here.
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Tuesday August 26 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Teen D&D
Make a character to play as we explore and adventure! Ages 12-18 welcome, registration required.
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Tuesday August 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Beginning Bird Watching
Jackie Augustine, Audubon of Kansas, will talk about how to identify birds by sight, behavior & location, demonstrate use of binoculars, & talk about apps & field guides to help new bird watchers.
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Wednesday August 27 9:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Library Closed in Morning for Staff Training
The library and library services will be closed 9am - 1pm on Wednesday, August 27 for staff training.
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Wednesday August 27 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Gerifit
Build muscle and strength to live better as you age. Designed exclusively for older adults, Geri-Fit helps rebuild strength that has been lost through the aging process.
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Wednesday August 27 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Intro to Smartphones: Android
Learn to use your Android Smartphone. Use Gmail and text, get directions using Google Maps, search the internet, download apps, change your settings, and other useful tasks.