Southeast Kansas Library System

10/22/2026

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Congratulations to Pittsburg Public Library and welcome to the consortium!

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09/22/2026

Congratulations to Jessie Hoag at Toronto Public Library, Toronto, KS! This year's ARSL National Solo Librarian of the Year! Here is Jessie's speech: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FM3YWyWEs/?mibextid=wwXIfr

07/08/2026

Employment Opportunity

The Southeast Kansas Library System (SEKLS) is hiring for a temporary, part-time Technical Services Assistant to process and repair library materials and provide exceptional customer service over the phone. Headquartered in Iola, SEKLS is one of seven regional library systems in Kansas that works public, academic, special, and school libraries in a 15-county area. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. This 25-hr. per week position is temporary through the end of 2026, with extension possible due to an upcoming reorganization. Starting pay is $15 to $15.50. KPERS eligible and the full job description is available for review. First review of applications will be July 10, 2026. Open until filled.
Send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Sharon Moreland, Director, by email at [email protected].

SOUTHEAST KANSAS LIBRARY SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Technical Services Assistant (Part-time, temporary) This position is responsible for supporting the effectiveness of System services by processing materials for member libraries and directing calls to SEKLS staff. Reports to: Head of Techn...

06/29/2026

Independence Day: The System offices will be closed on Friday, July 3.

05/18/2026

For the 60th anniversary of the 1966 Topeka tornado, Kansas Book Festival is welcoming legendary broadcaster Bill Kurtis to the Washburn University campus on June 8. They are calling on the community to come out, donate, and help commemorate this special occasion. All those who give before June 1 will be entered to win a chance to attend a meet-and-greet with Bill Kurtis before the show. https://kansasbookfestival.com/fundraiser-info/
More details in the comments!

 A Night for the History Books: Bill Kurtis Remembers You’re invited! Date: Monday, June 8 Time: Doors @ 5:30, Event @ 6:00 Location: Washburn Memorial Union A/B Ballroom Cost: Donate what you…

05/14/2026

The Mobile Maker Space will be out at ACC on Saturday, June 6. Open to the public and co-sponsored by Iola Public Library (Iola Public Library)

Explore, create, and discover at our Innovation Day! Join us on Saturday, June 6th from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM for a hands-on experience featuring exciting technology like VR headsets, a laser engraver, 3-D printer, maker drones, robots, and more.

📍 Allen Community College – Stadler Room & Student Center
🍪 Light snacks provided
👥 Open to the community

Presented in partnership with Iola Public Library and made possible through the SEKLS Mobile Maker Space Grant. We hope to see you there!

05/13/2026

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Congratulations to Toronto Library and Yates Center Schools!

National Poetry Month Activation Reaches 1,478 Families Across Eight States in 15 Days, Culminating at the First-Ever One Word at a Time GalaPortland, ME, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- One Word at a Time, founded in 2025 by Newbery Medal-winning author Kwame Alexander, and EveryLibrary announced....

05/13/2026

Here's an idea for using clear, magnetic blocks in a unique way.
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04/16/2026

Congratulations to our Digital Navigators and Darrin for this successful event with Girard Public Library! Keep it up.

04/06/2026

Seth and the Frontenac Public Library were featured on CBS Saturday Morning! Congratulations.

Frontenac, Kansas had everything it needed – except a public library. A mysterious donation changed that