Book Club Night at the Library 

Despite snowy weather, a dedicated group of Lawrence book club members traveled to the library for its first ever Book Club Night. It was a fun-filled evening of exchanging ideas and reading lists with other Lawrence book club members, learning about the library’s book club services, and drawings for lots of prizes. 
 
Highlighting the evening was a conversation with Laura Moriarty, author of While I’m Falling, and Lucia Orth, author of Baby Jesus Pawnshop. These two Lawrence authors have become popular fixtures on the book club circuit. They discussed their new books and provided an entertaining glimpse into their lives as writers.
 
Special thanks goes to to J&S Coffee, the Eldridge Hotel, Bittersweet Floral, and the Raven Bookstore for donating fabulous prizes!
 

For more information, contact Kathleen Morgan at kmorgan@lawrence.lib.ks.us. 
 

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After Hours Fundraiser Brings Great Support to the Library 

The Lawrence Public Library Foundation raised $22,000 at the first annual “After Hours at the Library” event.  More than 200 community members came out to support their public library at this April 19th fundraiser.   

After the library had closed for the evening, a group of industrious volunteers transformed it into an elegant party room, complete with live music, wine and beautiful desserts. The Addison Frei Trio performed live jazz music by the circulation desk, Lawrence’s five city commissioners poured up the wine from the audio-visual alcove, and a beautiful dessert bar provided by local restaurants and caterers was served up on the reference desk! 

The highlight of the evening was a conversation with Neda Ulaby, National Public Radio’s reporter for books, arts and culture.  Ms. Ulaby grew up in Lawrence and returned to share stories of her experiences working for NPR and fond memories of the Lawrence Public Library.  Read her essay here.  

The Foundation is grateful to Co-Chairs Joan and Web Golden, as well as the many businesses and individuals who sponsored the event.