Johnson County Library: The Next Taj Mahal?
So many people have been visiting the Johnson County Library this year, that we are on track to come really close to a record-breaking 3 million visitors in 2009--that's equal to the all the annual international visitors to the Taj Mahal.
Meet the Brains Behind the Literary Truck Campaign
Our Library Truck Campaign has been featured in The Kansas City Star, on NPR’s Blog of the Nation, and hundreds of blogs around the world. Learn more about Tom Demetriou and Glendon Scott--the great guys at Barkley Advertising who designed the campaign for the Johnson County Library—all pro bono! Thanks again Tom and Glen!
Fishing for More than Great Books
Located just steps away from Edgerton City Lake, the Edgerton Library provides more than just books for summer fun—they also loan fishing poles. The Edgerton Tackle Loaner Program started on March, 20, 2002 and is hosted by the Edgerton Library and coordinated by Cops n Bobbers. Bluegill and large mouth bass—two more reasons to visit your library before the weather turns cool.
Drive up for Books and a Treat
Blue Valley Library provides drive through service--for humans and canines. Humans are welcome to pick up their holds and check out items, and furry friends who are along for the ride are treated to dog biscuits. Pack up your furry friend, pick up your books and a puppy treat, and head to the park!
More Downloadable Audiobooks for iPods!
Great news for iPod lovers! More audiobooks than ever are now compatible with Overdrive and RecordedBooks—the two vendors who provide downloadable audiobooks for Johnson County Library patrons. Learn more about how to use audiobooks on your iPod.
Teen’s Winning Bookmark Earns $2K for the Library and a Trip to Wrestlemania
Herlinda Aparicio entered the Wrestlemania Reading Challenge by designing a bookmark, and her bookmark won! Her winning bookmark earned her and her family a trip to Wrestlemania 25 in Houston, Texas and $2,000 for the Library to spend on the young adult book collection. Learn more about Herlinda and how you can win in 2010.
How Mildred Became Famous : A Fine Art Children's Book Based on a True Story
Remember Jessa, the artist who paints huge bug portraits, and James, her husband who gives fun and informational talks extolling the coolness and importance of insects? Well they’ve written and illustrated a beautiful new children’s book, and it’s available now! How Mildred Became Famous is all about their first featured insect, Mildred the Praying Mantis. Check it out today!Learn more about Jessa when she was the Library’s Artist in Residence in 2005.
