Kansas Reads Kicks Off with Author Talk Our Boys: A Perfect Season on the Plains with the Smith Center Redmen On Monday, Feb. 6, in Marvin Auditorium 101BC, the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library presents Joe Drape, author and sports writer for The New York Times. From 1–2 p.m., he shares stories that will … Continue Reading
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Shopping around for a preschool? Preschool directors and staff will be coming to the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library for the Parents as Teachers Preschool Fair Monday, Feb. 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Marvin Auditorium. USD 501’s Parents as Teachers group is sponsoring the fair, which will bring 25 preschools or childcare … Continue Reading
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We had so much fun creating the winter issue of XYZ, hot tea in hand, space heater a constant hum beside the desk, the impending doom of winter’s chill demanding that our readers will shore up with a cozy blanket and a copy of the magazine to enjoy reading about how much Topeka really rocks. … Continue Reading
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Eric McHenry, author of “Mommy Daddy Evan Sage,” will read from his delightful collection of poems dealing with the overheard and gathered bits of child-wisdom and conversation of his children, Evan and Sage. The reading takes place at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library this Saturday, Dec. 3, from 1 – 2:30 p.m., and … Continue Reading
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Santa is coming to town, and this time he’s riding in style. This Sunday, Dec. 4, from 1 – 3 p.m., Santa will arrive in Topeka by Union Pacific Train at the Great Overland Station (701 N. Kansas Ave.). Along with the appearance of the big guy, the Overland Station and Union Pacific have a … Continue Reading
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Are you ready for this? All your usual duties, lists and obligations are suddenly towering tall as the Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center. The holidays can be an incredibly busy time for families. Shopping and school programs, parties and extended family can become as demanding as an additional child. But, you know what? There’s a reason … Continue Reading
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How 3 Topeka foster care kids unpacked their bags for good. by Janice Watkins | photos by Megan Rogers (Trees & Bees Photography) and EJ Drake Eddie nestles in between his parents Michelle and Travis, his arm moving quickly around his mom’s shoulders and his head finding a perfect place resting against his dad as … Continue Reading
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Come to the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library’s 14th annual Silents in the Cathedral Friday, Oct. 28 at 7pm. This year will feature “The Magician.” Funny and thrilling, The Magician follows a beautiful female spellbound by a magician seeking artificial life and the doctor who saves her. The film is hosted by Grace Episcopal … Continue Reading
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It seems like every year, more and more events pile up toward the end of October beckoning your costumed kids out to the sugar-filled landscape of Topeka during Halloween season. Here are some of the events we’ve got our eyes on for trick-or-treat fun this year. Have a safe and happy Halloween! Happy Haunting Party … Continue Reading
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The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is shining a spotlight on fun! Lights On Afterschool on Oct. 21 from 3:45 to 5:15pm provides elementary-age children with a smorgasbord of afterschool activities at the Library. Drop into the Kids Library this Friday after last bell rings. “This event offers a sampling of our best programs … Continue Reading
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Montae, age 5
Montae is great at engaging people and loves socializing with others. Although Montae is non-verbal he knows more than 60 signs to communicate with others. He is a very active little boy who enjoys riding his tricycle, bouncing balls, playing with cars and exploring his environment. Due to Montae’s extensive medical needs, mobility and cognitive needs he will need constant supervision. He will need frequent follow up medical care and home health care to ensure that all his needs are being met. Montae will need a forever family that is able to meet his emotional, physical and medical needs. At this time a foster to adopt home in Kansas is being sought for Montae.
To learn more about adoption visit adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. Montae’s case number is CH-5435.
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