ATCHISON PUBLIC LIBRARY

401 Kansas Avenue — 913.367.1902
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  • Talk About Literature in Kansas

    Posted By librarian on March 10, 2010

    In March, the Atchison library, in conjunction with the Kansas Humanities Council, will hold a series of book discussions entitled Talk About Literature in Kansas:  Before the Civil WarT.A.L.K. is a program for anyone who loves to read and discuss good books.  We will hold three sessions, each featuring a different book and author.  The sessions will be moderated by college and university experts and include:  March 2nd, Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe, March 16th, John Brown: The Legend Revisited by Merrill D. Peterson and March 30th, The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton by Jane Smiley.  These books are available for check out.  For additional information contact Cheryl Sylvester at 367-1902, ext 206 or come by the library for a brochure.

    Beginner’s Basic Computer Classes

    Posted By librarian on March 10, 2010

    NOTICE:  ALL 10:00 SESSIONS ARE FILLED.  THERE IS STILL SPACE AVAILABLE IN THE 6:00 SESSIONS.

    Beginner’s computer classes are now forming for March and April.  These classes are designed for anyone wanting to learn the basics of using a computer and the Windows system.  Click on the picture for information about what is being taught, dates, times and how to sign up.

    Happy Birthday, Connie!

    Posted By dweaver on March 2, 2010

    One of the brightest and most cheerful staff members at the Atchison Library celebrated her birthday Monday. We won’t give away her age, but she has been at the Library for 27 years! Happy birthday, Connie!

    Honoring Our Heritage

    Posted By librarian on February 8, 2010

    The Library will be closed Monday, February 15th.

    Railroads of Kansas program at the Library

    Posted By dweaver on January 24, 2010

    What do you know about the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe? The Atchison Library will be hosting a program entitled Railroads of Kansas featuring Dr. William Worley of UMKC on Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2 pm.  The program is the being presented as part of the part of the Smithsonian traveling exhibit entitled “Journey Stories,” by the Atchison County Historical Museum and the Kansas Humanities Council.

    This will be Dr. Worley’s second visit to the Library. You might remember his program about the Harvey Girls and Fred Harvey a few years ago. Join us this Sunday, and learn more about the journeys of the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe.