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The next exhibit at the Alice C. Sabatini Art Gallery opens July 3. Wax mixed with pigment creates deep, rich colors and textures on word panels painted by Topeka resident Philip Hersberger. Find out how you can participate in a teach-the-artist experience by clicking into this story.

A recent Today Show story on libraries reinforced the strategies the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library has adopted in responding to the recession. Learn about three resources job seekers can find at the library.

We highlight the great strides your library made in 2008. Find out how you have inspired us and helped shape your library experience. Plus, get news you can use, including how many items you can check out and how to reserve a meeting room.

Find out when the Digital Bookmobile will be rolling into Topeka and the surprises that await you when you step aboard this tour bus for libraries.

Creativity is the buzzword around the library these days, and families are finding out why. We have crafts, face painting and puppet shows today and an awesome lineup of fun and educational programs through the summer. Find out what effect Summerfest could have on a child you know long after summer is over.

Summerfest Reading Celebrations begin on May 27th in the Auditorium with crafts and activities for children, from 9-11 am and 1-3pm.

Summer Reading Forms for children, teen and adults will be available beginning May 27th at the library, on the bookmobiles and on www.tscpl.org.

The schedule of events...

Inside this blog entry: 5 tips for taking control of your future and preparing for the unexpected, tailored after a new series coming to the library this summer. Find out why you might want to plan to attend the SkillBuilders series even if you think you're prepared for anything.

Jackie, Marlana and Suzanne show off a milk snake at the 2009 History & Environmental Fair at the Kansas History Museum and its grounds.

National Library Week's activities uncover what you love about the library. Tap into this story to see video montages of our patrons' sharing their thoughts on the library. You might even see a face or two you recognize. And, you'll find a place you can share your thoughts too!