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Friends of Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library

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Friends of the Library is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization formed to establish closer relations between the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library and the people it serves; to aid, promote, develop and advance the operation of the Library; and to support and cooperate with the Library in developing community services.

11/02/2026

"Just handle the books gently and you'll get along fine." -Patrick Rothfuss

The Chandler Booktique is open Monday through Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

10/30/2026

"The answers you get from literature depend on the questions you pose." -Margaret Atwood

The Chandler Booktique is open Monday through Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

10/28/2026

"A gift says what words sometimes can't.

The Chandler Booktique is open Monday through Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

10/26/2026

"Holding a book but reading the empty spaces." -Ray Bradbury

The Chandler Booktique is open Monday through Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

10/24/2026

Friends of the Library Week! October 18-24

Become a Friend of the Library!

There are lots of ways to support the Friends of the Library! Become a member, volunteer your time, shop at our Booktique, attend our book and media sales, donate books and media, or simply share our events with your friends and family.

Your support helps us fund programs, collections, equipment, author visits, scholarships, staff recognition, and special initiatives that benefit our library and community.

Join us and be a Friend of the Library! https://tscpl.org/friends-membership-form

10/23/2026

Friends of the Library Week! October 18-24

We're Grateful for Our Friends!

The Friends are powered by people who care about their library.

Our members, volunteers, donors, board members, and supporters give their time, talents, resources, and enthusiasm to help the Friends make a difference.

Whether you volunteer at a book sale, renew your membership, make a donation, or simply tell someone about the Friends, your support matters.

To every volunteer who has given their time to the Friends - thank you!

The Friends are stronger because of you!

10/23/2026

Happy National Horror Movie Day! What is your favorite?

The Chandler Booktique is open Monday through Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

10/22/2026

Friends of the Library Week! October 18-24

Supporting the People Who Make Our Library Great

Did you know the Friends of the Library offer a scholarship for library staff pursuing a degree, certification or course that benefits their area of library work?

The Friends first awarded this scholarship in 1993, and have awarded more than $104,000 in scholarships through 2026.

We’re proud to invest in the continued education and professional growth of the people who serve our library and community every day.

10/22/2026

"Some say they get lost in books, but I find myself, again." -L.R. Knost

The Chandler Booktique is open Monday through Saturday, 10am - 5pm.

10/21/2026

Friends of the Library Week! October 18-24

We Love Bringing Authors to our Friends!

One of the things the Friends are proud to support is author programming at the library.

Over the years, the Friends have helped welcome bestselling authors to Topeka, giving our community opportunities to hear authors speak about their books, writing, and experiences.

And there’s more to come!

Join us on Sunday, November 1, for the Friends Annual Event featuring Topeka native and New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Alex Grecian.

📅 November 1
⏰ 1–2:30 p.m.
📍 Marvin Auditorium
🎟️ Registration required

Register here: https://events.tscpl.org/event/17138309

Address

1515 SW 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS
66604

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17855804445

Website

http://www.tscpl.org/friends, https://www.amazon.com/s?me=A3E7F7UR766BWS&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&redirect=true

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