A Genealogy for Beginners workshop will be held 7-8:30pm on Wednesday, November 11^th in the Library Auditorium. Presented by the Douglas County Genealogy Society and the Adult & Senior Services of the Library, basic techniques to research your family history will demonstrated. Print and on-line resources will be shown. Designed for  beginners and as a refresher for those returning to the search, this class will be helpful to anyone interested in genealogy.  For more information, contact Pattie or Maria at the library, 843-3833.

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.

Bookvan Schedule
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 - Babcock Place (1700 Massachusetts)
• Wednesday 9:00-10:00 am - Brandon Woods (1501 Inverness Drive)
• Wednesday 10:30-11:30 am - Presbyterian Manor (1439 Kasold Drive)
• Wednesday 1:00-2:00 pm - Drury Place (1510 St. Andrews Drive
• Friday 11:15-12 Noon - Vermont Towers (1101 Vermont)
• Friday 1:30-2:30 pm - Peterson Acres (2930 Peterson Road)

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.

Book Talks

Once a month, a sampling of new, old, and special material is discussed at various locations. No prior reading is required. Material is available from the main library or the bookvan. 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!

Third Tuesday of each month:

• 2:00 pm - Cottonwood Retirees (1029 New Hampshire)
• 3:00 pm - Babcock Place (1700 Massachusetts)

• 10:30 am - Brandon Woods (1501 Inverness Drive)
• 1:00 pm - Prairie Commons (5121 Congressional Circle)
• 2:15 pm - The Windsor (3229 Peterson Road)

• 9:45 am - Presbyterian Manor (1429 Kasold Drive)
• 1:00 pm - Pioneer Ridge-Assisted Living (4851 Harvard Road)
• 2:30 pm - Drury Place (1510 St. Andrews Drive)

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.