"Summer specializes in time, slows it down almost to dream."

Poem excerpt from Late Summer by Jennifer Grotz

The library will be closed SUN–MON, Sep 1-2 for Labor Day. Our digital library is always open 24-7 for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more.

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Browse all events for Aug 25–Sep 8 here

Booktoberfest 2024 (Sep 24–Oct 29) is our biggest event of the year for adult readers brought together by a shared love of reading. We'll kick things off TUE, Sep 24 with a Book Nerd Trivia Party. Hear authors Elijah Wald, Bonnie Garmus, and Louise Erdrich, to name a few. We'll read with cats, hear spooky music with KPR Live, watch Bride of Frankenstein, and more!

Join us and Dr. Shana Woodyard Stuart, Lawrence native, KU grad, and Carnegie Library researcher, to celebrate the 120th anniversary of Lawrence’s Carnegie Building, home to Lawrence Public Library from 1904 to 1972.

The library is partnering with the League of Women Voters, KU, and the Dole Institute of Politics to hear experts discuss the impact of AI-driven disinformation throughout this election year. Our 7-part Civic Engagement 101 series runs through November and includes various local candidate forums, informational sessions, and panels of experts.

Join Dr. Daniel Wildcat and Tyler Kimbrell for a discussion on Indigenous wisdom and our responsibilities to the natural world.

Day of Service Volunteer Expo
WED | Sep 11 | 1–3 PM
Senior Resource Center (SRC) | 745 Vermont Street
CONTACT: Kim Luce

The National Institute on Aging reports that those who volunteer regularly experience reduced stress, lower blood pressure, lower rates of depression and anxiety, improved cognitive health, and even lower mortality rates! Join the SRC on the National Day of Service to learn about the many opportunities for older adults to volunteer throughout our county. They're featuring 30 local non-profit organizations, so you're bound to find your passion and purpose post-retirement!