Carmaine
@hardbackreader.bsky.social
Librarian, Author, Editor, Presenter
Join us for Photos with Santa and Letters to Santa, games, and activities at the East YMCA 9:00-11:00 am Saturday, Dec. 13.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Join us for Photos with Santa and Letters to Santa, games, and activities at the East YMCA 9:00-11:00 am Saturday, Dec. 13.
ymcawichita.org/locations/ea...
ymcawichita.org/locations/ea...
Take advantage of Parent's Night Out 5:00-8:00 pm Saturday, Dec. 6, at the East YMCA. Children will experience activities, food, and fun!
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December 5, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Take advantage of Parent's Night Out 5:00-8:00 pm Saturday, Dec. 6, at the East YMCA. Children will experience activities, food, and fun!
ymcawichita.org/locations/ea...
ymcawichita.org/locations/ea...
Please support the East YMCA Youth Programs and buy a Christmas tree (located in the Wichita Brewing Company Event Venue Parking Lot) Nov 28-Dec 20.
December 3, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Please support the East YMCA Youth Programs and buy a Christmas tree (located in the Wichita Brewing Company Event Venue Parking Lot) Nov 28-Dec 20.
All are invited to sing, play, dance, and see Santa and reindeer 9:30-11:30 am Saturday, December 6, at the Evergreen Parks & Rec.
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December 3, 2025 at 12:54 AM
All are invited to sing, play, dance, and see Santa and reindeer 9:30-11:30 am Saturday, December 6, at the Evergreen Parks & Rec.
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Support Watermark Books "November 29th - Small Business Saturday - Get 30% off one in-stock book; Spend $50 - get a free book; Spend $75 - get a 20% off bounceback coupon;
Spend $125 - get entered into a grand prize raffle; 9-10am Doorbuster Sale: 30% off ALL T-Shirts
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Spend $125 - get entered into a grand prize raffle; 9-10am Doorbuster Sale: 30% off ALL T-Shirts
watermarkbooks.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Support Watermark Books "November 29th - Small Business Saturday - Get 30% off one in-stock book; Spend $50 - get a free book; Spend $75 - get a 20% off bounceback coupon;
Spend $125 - get entered into a grand prize raffle; 9-10am Doorbuster Sale: 30% off ALL T-Shirts
watermarkbooks.com
Spend $125 - get entered into a grand prize raffle; 9-10am Doorbuster Sale: 30% off ALL T-Shirts
watermarkbooks.com
All are invited to the free Third Place on Second Street at the Evergreen Library Game Night Monday, Nov 24, 6:00pm-7:30pm wichitalibrary.libnet.info/event/138832...
"Gather, connect, and build relationships, exchange ideas, and create a sense of belonging."
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"Gather, connect, and build relationships, exchange ideas, and create a sense of belonging."
wichitalibrary.libnet.info/event/13883281
November 20, 2025 at 1:38 AM
All are invited to the free Third Place on Second Street at the Evergreen Library Game Night Monday, Nov 24, 6:00pm-7:30pm wichitalibrary.libnet.info/event/138832...
"Gather, connect, and build relationships, exchange ideas, and create a sense of belonging."
wichitalibrary.libnet.info/event/13883281
"Gather, connect, and build relationships, exchange ideas, and create a sense of belonging."
wichitalibrary.libnet.info/event/13883281
"Announcing a BIG Idea for 2025 Kansas Reads to Preschoolers, introducing “Little Nita’s BIG Idea.” Little Nita has a BIG and delicious idea to serve her community, and she must persevere to see it through...“Little Nita’s BIG Idea” by Anna W. Bardaus. www.ksde.gov/Home/Quick-L...
November 18, 2025 at 2:46 AM
"Announcing a BIG Idea for 2025 Kansas Reads to Preschoolers, introducing “Little Nita’s BIG Idea.” Little Nita has a BIG and delicious idea to serve her community, and she must persevere to see it through...“Little Nita’s BIG Idea” by Anna W. Bardaus. www.ksde.gov/Home/Quick-L...
The Emporia State Chapter of Beta Epsilon hosted Dr. Philip Nel at the Kansas Library Conference: Libraries Everlasting: Celebrating 125 years of Freadom. kslibassoc.org/2025-KLA-Con...
DEI Is Not a Slur: Book Bans, Bullies, and Bigotry was presented by Kansas State Professor Dr. Nel philnel.com
DEI Is Not a Slur: Book Bans, Bullies, and Bigotry was presented by Kansas State Professor Dr. Nel philnel.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:05 AM
The Emporia State Chapter of Beta Epsilon hosted Dr. Philip Nel at the Kansas Library Conference: Libraries Everlasting: Celebrating 125 years of Freadom. kslibassoc.org/2025-KLA-Con...
DEI Is Not a Slur: Book Bans, Bullies, and Bigotry was presented by Kansas State Professor Dr. Nel philnel.com
DEI Is Not a Slur: Book Bans, Bullies, and Bigotry was presented by Kansas State Professor Dr. Nel philnel.com
The Emporia State University Chapter of Beta Epsilon met at the Kansas Library Association Conference: Libraries Everlasting: Celebrating 125 years of Freadom. kslibassoc.org/2025-KLA-Con.... Thanks to Dean Jeong and faculty sponsor Dr. Dow for their leadership. Congratulations to new initiates!
November 10, 2025 at 2:47 AM
The Emporia State University Chapter of Beta Epsilon met at the Kansas Library Association Conference: Libraries Everlasting: Celebrating 125 years of Freadom. kslibassoc.org/2025-KLA-Con.... Thanks to Dean Jeong and faculty sponsor Dr. Dow for their leadership. Congratulations to new initiates!
Grateful the Kansas Health Foundation for providing copies and flyers of the informative, engaging, and hopeful "Leading Health" kansashealth.org/leadinghealth/ for the Libraries Everlasting: Celebrating 125 years of FREADom Conference: kslibassoc.org/2025-KLA-Con...!
November 10, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Grateful the Kansas Health Foundation for providing copies and flyers of the informative, engaging, and hopeful "Leading Health" kansashealth.org/leadinghealth/ for the Libraries Everlasting: Celebrating 125 years of FREADom Conference: kslibassoc.org/2025-KLA-Con...!
Learn from the K-State Experts and register for the free monthly noon Wednesday webinars:
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November 4, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Learn from the K-State Experts and register for the free monthly noon Wednesday webinars:
hnr.k-state.edu/extension/co...
hnr.k-state.edu/extension/co...
Vote for Wichita City Council Member Maggie Ballard (District 6) and Mike Hoheisel (District 3) Tuesday, Nov. 4.
"Maggie and Mike have been strong, committed voices for Labor in their districts, focused on core city services, neighborhood improvements, and smart growth for Wichita.
We need them!"
"Maggie and Mike have been strong, committed voices for Labor in their districts, focused on core city services, neighborhood improvements, and smart growth for Wichita.
We need them!"
November 3, 2025 at 2:22 AM
Vote for Wichita City Council Member Maggie Ballard (District 6) and Mike Hoheisel (District 3) Tuesday, Nov. 4.
"Maggie and Mike have been strong, committed voices for Labor in their districts, focused on core city services, neighborhood improvements, and smart growth for Wichita.
We need them!"
"Maggie and Mike have been strong, committed voices for Labor in their districts, focused on core city services, neighborhood improvements, and smart growth for Wichita.
We need them!"
Take time learn about your candidates and vote! "The El Perico: A Bilingual Publication of Kansas" provides interviews:
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elpericonews.com/2025/10/
November 1, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Take time learn about your candidates and vote! "The El Perico: A Bilingual Publication of Kansas" provides interviews:
elpericonews.com/2025/10/
elpericonews.com/2025/10/
"Our neighbors in Oklahoma have put together a great list of ways Friends can support their libraries. Happy National Friends Week October 19-25!" www.facebook.com/fokl.net/
October 20, 2025 at 12:28 AM
"Our neighbors in Oklahoma have put together a great list of ways Friends can support their libraries. Happy National Friends Week October 19-25!" www.facebook.com/fokl.net/
Protect others and the environment during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and throughout the year.
October 19, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Protect others and the environment during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and throughout the year.
"Experience the Great Plains Nature Center with local artists, crafts, activities, and more! Art on the Trail is an immersive outdoor event that celebrates the enchanting scenery of our region. Open to visitors ages 21 + and enjoy the views and brews or even create your own masterpiece!"
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gpnc.org
October 16, 2025 at 1:29 AM
"Experience the Great Plains Nature Center with local artists, crafts, activities, and more! Art on the Trail is an immersive outdoor event that celebrates the enchanting scenery of our region. Open to visitors ages 21 + and enjoy the views and brews or even create your own masterpiece!"
gpnc.org
gpnc.org
Join us Saturday at the Bonding through Board Games Mega Event & Marketplace to play, try new games, trade, and or sell board games in great condition, or shop for games that spark laughter, connection, and lasting memories.
K-State Extension-Sedgwick County Extension
7001 W 21st St N Wichita
K-State Extension-Sedgwick County Extension
7001 W 21st St N Wichita
October 16, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Join us Saturday at the Bonding through Board Games Mega Event & Marketplace to play, try new games, trade, and or sell board games in great condition, or shop for games that spark laughter, connection, and lasting memories.
K-State Extension-Sedgwick County Extension
7001 W 21st St N Wichita
K-State Extension-Sedgwick County Extension
7001 W 21st St N Wichita
Grateful for CEO of the Kansas Health Foundation Ed O'Malley for "Leading Health: How You and 30,000 Kansans Help Communities Thrive:" lnkd.in/ghhmJEfF
If you have not claimed your copy, visit Leading Health. Enjoy the trailer: lnkd.in/g54Ef7xc
If you have not claimed your copy, visit Leading Health. Enjoy the trailer: lnkd.in/g54Ef7xc
October 15, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Grateful for CEO of the Kansas Health Foundation Ed O'Malley for "Leading Health: How You and 30,000 Kansans Help Communities Thrive:" lnkd.in/ghhmJEfF
If you have not claimed your copy, visit Leading Health. Enjoy the trailer: lnkd.in/g54Ef7xc
If you have not claimed your copy, visit Leading Health. Enjoy the trailer: lnkd.in/g54Ef7xc
Experience inflatables, Trunk or Treat, crafts, face painting, and games at the East Wichita YMCA Autumn Bash Fam Fest - 6:00 8:00 pm October 11 - Free for any YMCA member ymcawichita.org/events/octob...
Play, win, and celebrate fitness!
Play, win, and celebrate fitness!
October 10, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Experience inflatables, Trunk or Treat, crafts, face painting, and games at the East Wichita YMCA Autumn Bash Fam Fest - 6:00 8:00 pm October 11 - Free for any YMCA member ymcawichita.org/events/octob...
Play, win, and celebrate fitness!
Play, win, and celebrate fitness!
Support the Women of Aviation Exhibit at the Kansas Aviation Museum, Wichita
kansasaviationmuseum.org
kansasaviationmuseum.org
October 3, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Support the Women of Aviation Exhibit at the Kansas Aviation Museum, Wichita
kansasaviationmuseum.org
kansasaviationmuseum.org
Impressed NASA Astronaut Nick Hague presented at the Kansas Aviation Museum, area schools, and organizations. As a Kansas Hall of Fame member, NASA Astronaut and Space Force Brigadier General Nick Hague shared a his educational journey and variety of experiences.
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September 10, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Impressed NASA Astronaut Nick Hague presented at the Kansas Aviation Museum, area schools, and organizations. As a Kansas Hall of Fame member, NASA Astronaut and Space Force Brigadier General Nick Hague shared a his educational journey and variety of experiences.
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www.ksn.com/news/local/k...
It was an honor volunteering and meeting "LPGA legend Annika Sorenstam at the final round of Heritage Classic.'"
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Grateful for Rolling Hills Country Club, birthplace of the LPGA, Keystone Solid Surfaces, all the sponsors, organizers, golfers,
staff, hosts, and volunteers.
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Grateful for Rolling Hills Country Club, birthplace of the LPGA, Keystone Solid Surfaces, all the sponsors, organizers, golfers,
staff, hosts, and volunteers.
September 10, 2025 at 2:32 AM
It was an honor volunteering and meeting "LPGA legend Annika Sorenstam at the final round of Heritage Classic.'"
www.ksn.com/sports/local...
Grateful for Rolling Hills Country Club, birthplace of the LPGA, Keystone Solid Surfaces, all the sponsors, organizers, golfers,
staff, hosts, and volunteers.
www.ksn.com/sports/local...
Grateful for Rolling Hills Country Club, birthplace of the LPGA, Keystone Solid Surfaces, all the sponsors, organizers, golfers,
staff, hosts, and volunteers.
Grateful for the American Library Association's memorable READ posters! www.ala.org
September 7, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Grateful for the American Library Association's memorable READ posters! www.ala.org
Learn from the past and research to make informed decisions to save lives.
September 5, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Learn from the past and research to make informed decisions to save lives.
Join the Wichita Journalism Collaborative and the community to celebrate Priced Out! wichitajournalism.org
The come-and-go event is at the Advance Learning Library from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We’ll showcase what we’ve all learned together and enjoy drawings, gift certificates, music, art, and snacks.
The come-and-go event is at the Advance Learning Library from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We’ll showcase what we’ve all learned together and enjoy drawings, gift certificates, music, art, and snacks.
September 4, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Join the Wichita Journalism Collaborative and the community to celebrate Priced Out! wichitajournalism.org
The come-and-go event is at the Advance Learning Library from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We’ll showcase what we’ve all learned together and enjoy drawings, gift certificates, music, art, and snacks.
The come-and-go event is at the Advance Learning Library from 5:30-7:30 p.m. We’ll showcase what we’ve all learned together and enjoy drawings, gift certificates, music, art, and snacks.