Seniors
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Bookvan
| For your convenience, a bookvan visits select retirement communities throughout Lawrence. The bookmobile has a small collection of material from the main library,
including books, DVDs and audio-books. Requests may be made for other titles. Materials borrowed from the main library may be returned at the bookmobile, also. A library card is needed to borrow materials but if you do not have a card, one can be obtained with the proper identification. All are welcome to check out material from the bookvan; you do not have to be a resident of the retirement community. |
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Bookvan Schedule
NEW TIMES & NEW LOCATIONS!
Two new locations have been added to the bookmobile route, Clinton Place Apartments and Wyndham Place. The schedule has also been slightly changed to accommodate the new sites so please check to see what time the van visits your preferred location.
You need not be a resident of any of the sites to borrow from the bookvan. All are welcome.
Though the bookvan stops are at retirement communities, you need not be a resident to borrow items. The public is invited to use the bookvan at any location.
- Monday 9:00-10:00 am - Prairie Commons (5121 Congressional Circle)
- Monday 10:30-11:30 am - Presbyterian Manor (1429 Kasold Drive)
- Monday 1:00-2:00 pm - Vermont Towers (1101 Vermont Street)
- Wednesday 9:00-10:00 am - Brandon Woods (1501 Inverness Drive)
- Wednesday 10:30-11:30 am - Drury Place (1510 St. Andrews Drive)
- Wednesday 1:00-2:00 pm - Babcock Place (1700 Massachusetts Street)
- Friday 9:00-10:00 am - Clinton Place (2125 Clinton Parkway)
- Friday 10:30-11:30 am - Wyndham Place (2551 Crossagate Drive)
- Friday 1:30-2:30 pm - Peterson Acres (2930 Peterson Road)
Remember that the Bookmobile can be used by anyone with a valid library card. You do not need to be a resident of the location stops to borrow materials from the
bookmobile. You may also return items that were checked out at the main library building to the bookmobile if driving to the downtown library is difficult.
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Booktalks
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Join Pattie once a month at one of the following locations for an informal, lively discussion of a variety of materials available from the main library collection or
from the Bookmobile. Old familiar authors, new titles, movies, music, audio-books - each month is a different mix. Share what you are reading or listening to or watching with
the others. That's part of the fun!
You need not be a resident of the site to attend. The public is invited! |
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| Third Tuesday of each month |
Third Wednesday of each month |
Fourth Wednesday of each month |
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10:00-11:00 am - Midland Adult Day Care
319 Perry Street
1:00-2:00 pm - Vermont Towers
1101 Vermont Street
2:00pm - Cottonwood Retirees
1029 New Hampshire St.
3:00pm - Babcock Place
1700 Massachusetts St.
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10:30am - Brandon Woods
1501 Inverness Dr.
1:00pm - Prairie Commons
5121 Congressional Circle
2:15pm - The Windsor*
3229 Peterson Rd.
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9:45am - Presbyterian Manor
1429 Kasold Dr.
1:00pm - Pioneer Ridge-Assisted Living
4851 Harvard Rd.
2:30pm - Drury Place
1510 St.Andrews Dr.
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Home Delivery
| For patrons with physical disabilities, or age or transportation limitations, which prevent visits to the library, free door-to-door delivery can be arranged. Deliveries are made within the city limits of Lawrence twice a month by Kiwanis volunteers. Contact the Senior Outreach Coordinator, Pattie Johnston, at 843-3833 extension 115 to arrange for this service. |
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Programs
Programs with topics of special interest to older patrons are presented in the library and at local retirement centers. Presenters from local agencies speak on senior
concerns such as health or finances, and interests including hobbies, history, travel, and education. Programs with a focus on senior issues and interests are typically
scheduled on weekday afternoons and Sundays. Check the
library
events calendar for topics and times of the programs.
Large Print Collection
The library has an extensive collection of material with 14+ point lettering for ease of reading. Nonfiction and fiction, including mysteries, romance and westerns are in this area.
Additional Services
- ADA computer for Library catalog
- Low vision assistive magnification
- Books on audio cassette and CD
- Closed-captioned movies
- Speaker available for clubs or groups
Contact
For more information concerning senior services, contact Pattie Johnston, Senior Outreach Coordinator, at the Lawrence Public Library, 843-3833.
Talking Books
Talking Books is a service of the Library of Congress. Through this service, books that have been recorded are available to anyone who is unable to use standard printed materials because of
a physical disability. This service is free, but must be applied for by the person needing the service. A medical statement must be provided. A machine is loaned for as long as needed. A
monthly selection of titles is sent to the recipient. Requested recordings are sent directly to the client. Shipping is guaranteed to and from the client. The selection of titles offered
includes recently published titles, as well as older books. Recordings may be kept as long as needed. The Topeka and Shawnee County Library is the regional office serving the Lawrence area,
however, the Lawrence Public Library has information and applications for the service. Please inquire at the Reference and Information Desk or bookvan for information on how to apply for
the service.
Audio Reader
Locally, the University of Kansas provides Audio-Reader services to persons with physical or vision difficulties. Over the special radio receiver, books, magazines and daily newspapers are read. A variety of materials selected to be recorded, with a large-print program guide provided listing times for the reading of each title. This service can be heard over a wide area in northeast Kansas. Applications for Audio Reader service may be requested at Reference and Information Desks or the bookvan. For further information regarding the Audio-Reader service, please call 864-4600 or check the Audio-Reader web site at reader.ku.edu.
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Lawrence Public Library | 707 Vermont Street | Lawrence KS 66044-2371
Map
General Information 785-843-3833 | Reference Questions 785-843-1178
Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm, Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm Holiday Closings
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