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Looking for ways to help your family during these tough economic times? The State Library of Kansas has put together a great resource that can help.

            


Welcome!

AMAZING OLIVE PRESS WORKSHOP

Rabbi Zalman Tiechtel will join us again for a holiday storytime! See how to squeeze and refine olive oil in a hand press, strain it and make a wick to light the Hanukkah menorah!

Tuesday, December 8
and
Friday, December 11

10:30 a.m.

In the Childrens Room, all ages welcome.


RANDY KAPLAN

Playing songs for children and their families!

Randy blends American Roots, Country Blues and Comedic Storytelling, Classic songs and originals. "One of Brooklyn's hidden gems in the world of kids' music. Get to know him before he breaks out bigtime." Kids Music That Rocks

Thursday, December 17

7 p.m.

in the Auditorium

"One of the most exciting newcomers to kid’s music since Dan Zanes." ~ Parenting Magazine

"He doesn't dumb it down for the kids, he just expects them to come along for the ride, And they do."  ~ Time Out New York Kids

"A family-style Arlo Guthrie." ~ Parenthood Magazine

CDs will be available to purchase at the event.


HomeworkKansas is a great online tutor service provided by the State Library of Kansas. Students in Kindergarten through 12th grades (and college introductory students, GED students and other adult learners) can connect to live tutors from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. Get help with math, writing, social studies, spelling and more. Assistance is also available in Spanish for most subjects. Download the flyer for more information and go to www.homeworkkansas.org to see how it works. You will be asked to furnish your Lawrence Public Library card number or a Kansas Library Card.

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