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August + September + October 2019
JAIPUR LITERATURE FESTIVAL (JLF) 5th Annual ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival Colorado Each Other’s Stories: September 21–22, 2019 @ Main Library ZEE JLF Colorado is a Festival of world literature, ideas, and inspiring experiences for adults, teens, and families. An uplifting celebration of the mind and heart, dozens of writers, thinkers and artists from Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe will take part in provocative conversations, performances and workshops about life, society, the arts, economics, equity, freedom, and the care of our planet. Delight in the joy of connecting with your local and global community and make some memories with us for the fifth year running! More info and registration (including free and paid registration options) at: jflitfest.org/colorado
Volunteers Needed! Help bring the literature festival to life! Roles include helping with registration, children’s programs, social media, ushers and more! We need your help! Sign up today at: countmein.bouldercolorado.gov/d/library
TABLE OF CONTENTS All programs are free and drop-in unless otherwise noted. Visit calendar.boulderlibrary.org for most current information.
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AUTHOR TALKS CHILDREN & FAMILY
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CINEMA
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CIVIC LIFE
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CONCERTS
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DISCUSSION GROUPS
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EXHIBITIONS
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GENEALOGY
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LANGUAGES
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STORYTIMES
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TEENS WORKSHOPS
AUTHORS & TALKS “TRAVEL LIGHT, MOVE FAST” WITH ALEXANDRA FULLER @ MAIN Monday, August 5, 7 p.m., Canyon Theater From bestselling author Alexandra Fuller, the utterly original story of her father, Tim Fuller, and a deeply felt tribute to a life well lived. Admission is free, but registration is required to ensure seats. Please call the Boulder Book Store at 303-447-2074 or register on-line: eventbrite.com/e/alexandra-fuller-travel-light-move-fast-tickets-63786523208
CHILDREN & FAMILY *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
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GO CLUB @ MAIN
GAMES @ MEADOWS
Sundays, 2–5:30 p.m., Children’s Story Space
1st & 3rd Fridays, 4–5:30 p.m.
Learn to play the ancient and mysterious board game known as Go. The rules are so simple they can be taught in a few minutes – but it can take a lifetime to master the game. Ages 5+.
Enjoy board games, Wii and Xbox.
“MIS PININOS” / SPANISH CONVERSATION FOR KIDS @ NOBO “MIS PININOS” / GRUPO DE CONVERSACION EN ESPAÑOL @ NOBO
MINECRAFTERNOONS @ MEADOWS 1st & 3rd Fridays, 4–5:30 p.m.
Join us for collaborative engineering challenges and gameplay. Two 40-minute rounds, each limited to 10 players. Signs-ups are in person, first come, first-served, and begin at 3:45 p.m. Ages 7+.
Mondays, 4:15 p.m., Lunes a las 4:15 p.m.
1ST SATURDAY YOGA @ REYNOLDS
Conversation Spanish group for children (7–13). Come and have fun playing, practicing and learning with a native Spanish speaker. Para niños (7–13 años). Ven y diviertete, jugando, practicando y aprendiendo con nativa hablante en español.
Sun salutations and stories.
August 3, 11 a.m.: Turtles, Frogs and Lizards September 7, 11 a.m.: Pollinators October 5, 11 a.m.: Camels
CHESS CLUB @ MAIN
SATURDAY SINGALONG @ REYNOLDS
Join Chessmaster Joshua Romero at our drop-in chess club. Players of all abilities are welcome! Ages 8–18. Children younger than 8 are welcome with adult helper.
Informal, intergenerational singalong featuring a live musical compilation of new and old pop, rock and blues. Starts September 7.
2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
*PAGES AND PAWS @ MEADOWS Wednesdays, 3:45–5 p.m.
Come and read with a licensed therapy dog. A great opportunity for readers of all levels to practice their reading skills in a safe non-judgmental environment. Ages 5–12. No session October 30. To register contact Pam at: watsonp@boulderlibrary.org.
LEGO CLUB BLOCK PARTY @ MAIN
1st Friday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Bring out the bricks! Ages 7–10 are invited to our LEGO® block party. 2
1st Saturday of every month, 3 p.m.
TWEEN TIME @ MAIN
Saturdays, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Teen Space Tweens ages 8-10 are welcome to invade the Teen Space. Try out maker kits or crafts. Create a video or compose a song in Garageband. Guided programs on every 4th Saturday.
MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB @ MEADOWS
Saturday, August 3, 3 p.m.: The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate Saturday, October 5, 3 p.m.: The Call of the Wild by Jack London A special book club for mother daughter pairs. Discuss the book selection and make a craft. Grades 3–6.
MOVIES @ MEADOWS
Friday, August 9, 4 p.m.: “Wall E”, 1 hour 43 mins. Rated G Friday, September 13, 4 p.m.: “The Iron Giant”, 1 hour 27 mins. Rated PG Friday, October 11, 4 p.m.: “Hotel Transylvania” 1 hour 32 mins. Rated PG A family-friendly movie with pizza and/or popcorn.
RENAISSANCE ADVENTURES STORYTELLING @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS Saturday, August 17, 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows
Storytellers weave together magical, mythical characters from exciting places with a little help from the audience. All ages.
*GARDEN ART WITH TINKER ART STUDIO @ REYNOLDS Saturday, August 24, 11 a.m.
Harvest leaves and flora from the Reynolds Learning Garden and paste sun prints onto fabric banners. Ages 5+. Younger children welcome with an adult.
BOULDER FIBER FEST @ MAIN & CIVIC PARK Saturday, August 10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Meet sheep and spin wool yarn. Weave a cool pendant. Tie-dye an indigo bandana. Try knitting, crochet, and pom pom making. Learn about ancient and contemporary fiber arts. All ages.
*CREATIVE WRITING LAB @ MAIN
Sunday, October 6, 13, 20, 2–3 p.m., Flatirons Room Experiment with new forms of fiction, poetry, plays, letters, diaries and more! By the end you’ll have a small collection full of your creative work. Ages 8–12.
STEAM FOR TOTS @ MAIN
Thursday, October 10, 9:15–10 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Kids ages 2–6 are invited to explore STEAM based activities. This program is designed to help young children ask questions and spark curiosity about the world around them. Walk-ins welcome while supplies last.
SPOOKY PRINTMAKING @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS Saturday, October 12, 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows
Learn basic techniques in printmaking. Create your own spooky scene to take home! Ages 7–12.
THE WOW MAGIC SHOW @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS Saturday, October 19, 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows
Connie Elstun and her magic bunnies combine magic, STEAM, and audience participation for this World of Wonder filled show.
*GROSS ME OUT AT THE LIBRARY @ MAIN Saturday, October 20, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Boulder Creek Room
*JEDI ENGINEERING WITH PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES @ MEADOWS
Just in time for Halloween, make fake blood, fake snot, and fake poop – GROSS! In the process, you may even learn a little bit about how your own body works. Ages 8+.
The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Build and race LEGO podracers. Ages 7–12.
*HAUNTED TREATS WITH STICKY FINGERS COOKING @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS
Saturday, August 24, 3 p.m.
PAPER WEAVING PROJECTS @ MAIN
Sunday, August 25, 2–3 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Create paper placemats or heart baskets by weaving paper in different color combinations. Ages 7+. Younger children welcome with an adult.
MUSIC TOGETHER®DEMO CLASS @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS
Sunday, September 22, 4:30 p.m. @ Reynolds Sunday, October 6, 4:30 p.m. @ Meadows Interactive music and movement experience for infants to 5 year olds and their caregivers. Family fun through singing, movement, instrument play led by Jane Smolens.
MASQUERADE PARTY @ MAIN
Sunday, September 29, 2–3 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Become a different character by putting on a mask! Create and decorate a mask to show your personality, or become an animal, a superhero, or anything else you like! Ages 5+.
Saturday, October 26, 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows
Make and taste Pumpkin Chocolate Chunk Cake Cookies, Instant Icing, and Jack-O-Lantern Smoothies. Ages 7–12.
FAMILY PLAY FESTIVAL @ MAIN
Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Drop-in to play, sing, read, and write at stations throughout the library. Families with young children can take home crafts and win prizes. Each station includes special activities for babies.
HAUNTED LIBRARY @ REYNOLDS Sunday, October 27, 2–4 p.m.
Not so spooky trick or treating, games, and stories. Ages 10 and under. Costumes encouraged!
MAD SCIENTIST DAY @ REYNOLDS
Wednesday, October 30, 4 p.m.: Halloween Candy Experiments You never know where your lab coat and goggles will take you! Come ready to learn, play, and explore with science! Ages 3+. 3
CINEMA All screenings take place in the Canyon Theater @ Main. No tickets are required.
DORIS’ SUNDAY MATINEES Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (Les vacances de Monsieur Hulot) | Sunday, August 4, 1 p.m. (83 min.) Directed by and starring Jacques Tati (France–1953). An eccentric, lanky bachelor takes his summer vacation in his 1924 Amilcar and goes to St. Marc-sur-Mer in Brittany. Be prepared for a masterpiece of sight gags and odd sound effects, with little dialog, no close-ups, and troubles with dogs, firecrackers and boats. In French with subtitles.
THURSDAY CINEMA American Rebel: The Dean Reed Story | Thursday, August 8, 7 p.m. (93 min.) Local Filmmakers’ Showcase Directed by Will Roberts, featuring Dean Reed, Renate Blume (1985). The story of Colorado-born international film and rock superstar Dean Reed, sometimes known as the Red Elvis. This 1985 biographical motion picture was shot in the USA, Chile, Argentina, Germany, Italy, Russia and the Middle East. In German, Spanish and Russian with subtitles.
Hot Summer (Heißer Sommer) | Thursday, August 22, 5 p.m. (91 min.) Directed by Joachim Hasler (East Germany–1968). In this teen musical (a kind of East German Grease ), a group of girls from Leipzig are heading for the Baltic coast, where an obnoxious group of boys from KarlMarx-Stadt intrude on their holiday. In German with subtitles.
L. Ashwyn Corris Program | Thursday, September 12, 6 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. screening (60 min.) Local Filmmakers’ Showcase | Cinema Social Short film enthusiasts and documentary fans are invited to enjoy an evening of short films by Boulderbased filmmaker, L. Ashwyn Corris. Confab with the filmmaker afterward.
Under- & Overstories, NEST Program | Thursday, September 26, 5 p.m., Local Filmmakers’ Showcase Complementing their gallery exhibition, NEST Studio for the Arts at C.U. Boulder presents this 16mm film screening which includes: Mothlight (Stan Brakhage, 1963, 4 min.), GO!GO!GO! (Marie Menken, 1964, 12 min.), Glimpse of the Garden Journal & Remarks (David Gatten, 2009, 15 min.), Gathering Moss (Erin Espelie, 2018, 5 min.), The Secret Garden (Phil Solomon, 1988, 23 min.) and Song of the Mushroom (Joel Haertling & Stan Brakhage 2002, 2 min.)
The Public | Thursday, October 24, 5 p.m. (122 min.) Directed by Emilio Estevez, featuring Emilio Estevez, Jean Malone, and Christian Slater (2018). A Cincinnati librarian helps a group of homeless people take refuge at the free public library in order to survive a brutal winter night.
CIVIC LIFE CITIZENSHIP CLASSES @ MAIN
Mondays, 6–7:30 p.m., Arapahoe Room | Preparation class for the United States Citizenship test. No registration required. 4
CONCERTS Concerts take place in the Canyon Theater @ Main. No tickets are required. Arrive early for good seating!
MIDDAY MUSIC MEDITATION
SUNDAY AFTERNOON
2nd Wednesdays of each month: August 14, September 11, October 9, l 12–1 p.m.
CONCERTS
Take a quiet and relaxation-filled pause in your day to immerse yourself in a soothing improvised soundscape featuring instruments such as the Turkish Oud, cello, zils, didgeridoo, auto-harp, flutes, and more. Midday Music is sponsored by the Boulder Library Foundation and the George Lichter Family Fund.
Nicolò Spera, 10 String Guitar Sunday, September 15, 2 p.m. Performing works by Enrique Granados, Frederico Mompou, and Maurice Ohana.
Hannigan-Silver Trio Sunday, October 13, 2 p.m.
Midday Music Meditation @ MEADOWS 4th Monday of each month, 12–1 p.m. Note: The Meadows Branch is located on the back side of the Safeway shopping complex, and is accessed from the second left-hand entrance turn off of Mohawk Drive at 4800 Baseline Rd., Unit C-112, Boulder, CO 80303. 303–441–3100.
Performing works by Debussy, Levitin, Maurice Emmanuel, Libby Larsen, Chopin and Shostakovich. Mary Hannigan–flute, Dan Silver–clarinet, Barry Hannigan–piano.
3RD TUESDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERTS Espresso! Tuesday, August 20, 12–1 p.m. Gypsy Jazz & American Swing. Includes Bill Pontarelli–clarinet, Jordan Ramsey– mandolin, Alexios Anest–lead guitar, Emily Reynolds–rhythm guitar, and Duane Webster–bass.
Los Chicos Malos Tuesday, September 17, 12–1 p.m. & Saturday, September 21, 6:30 p.m.
The Miles Apart Band with Ron Ivory Tuesday, October 15, 12–1 p.m. Motown and Classic Soul. Ron Ivory is recognized as an entertainment icon in Denver and the Rocky Mountain region.His diverse background and experience in R&B, Jazz, Rock n’ Roll and Popular Standards has heavily influenced his musical and vocal repertoire.
Salsa and latin jazz. José Cabrera–vocals, Jonny Jyemo–timbales, Victor Mestas– piano, keyboards
DISCUSSION GROUPS BOOK & DISCUSSION GROUPS
The library sponsors community-organized book, discussion, and activity groups. For a full listings of topics and dates, visit: research.boulderlibrary.org/ReadingRoom/BookGroups 5
EXHIBITIONS
The full list of exhibition-related programs can be found on the library website.
CLIMATE RIBBON @ MAIN July 3–August 28, Arapahoe Ramp The Climate Ribbon is a global interactive story-sharing ritual for climate hope and healing. The power of the project is rooted in a very simple yet profound question: what do you love and hope to never lose to climate chaos? Come add your story.
“FARMING IN BOULDER 1859 TO THE PRESENT” @ CARNEGIE August 1–September 10 The City of Boulder was founded as a supply town for hard rock miners in the mountains and agricultural farmers on the plains. In the 1860s hay, wheat, cattle, pumpkins, corn, and sugar beets were some of the first crops raised in the valley. Stop by the Carnegie Library to learn more about the farms that used dot the landscape and what Boulder County is doing with these historic farms today. Check historicboulder.org for an associated program on agriculture that will take place at the Carnegie Library.
UNDER- & OVERSTORIES @ MAIN August 9–September 29, Canyon Gallery NEST (Nature, Environment, Science & Technology) Studio for the Arts proudly presents work at the intersection of science and art. With more than twenty exhibitors, this collection of work addresses the paradox of scale held within the microscopic and the cosmic, the single-celled organism and the ecosystemic. Film screening on September 26, 5–6 p.m. in Canyon Theater, followed by gallery reception from 6–8 p.m.
“A PASSAGE FROM INDIA” @ MAIN September 1–30, Arapahoe Ramp This exhibition includes paintings by artist Jyotsna Raj, some created before she came to live in the United States, all reflecting the beauty and traditions of India, including folk art and ancient miniatures.
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JOHNNY APPLESEED WAS HERE! APPLE TREES OF BOULDER @ CARNEGIE September 12–October 31 In the 1860s, Boulder farmers determined that the foothills had a perfect climate for growing a variety of fruits. Marinus Smith experimented growing apples on his property in town, while William Wolfe grew apples in north Boulder. The Batchelder Ranch (where Chautauqua is now) also had an apple orchard. Stop by Carnegie Library and learn about the history of apple trees in Boulder with the AppleSeedProject.org. Check historicboulder.org for an associated program on Boulder's apple trees that will take place at the Carnegie Library.
JAPANESE IKEBANA – FALL FLOWER SHOW @ MAIN October 4–6, Canyon Gallery Explore the world of Japanese Ikebana in this culturally significant exhibition of over 50 works of floral art. Paired with the flower arrangements will be Japanese scroll paintings from the National Museum Collection. Demonstration on Japanese Ikebana from 1:30–3 p.m. Sunday October 6, 2019 in the Canyon Theater.
“STREET WISE” @ MAIN October 11–December 1, Canyon Gallery Street Wise will show culturally inspired street artwork from diverse perspectives reflecting our current social, political, environmental climate through the eyes of artists. The project will include both work inside the gallery and outside street installations throughout the City of Boulder, as well as workshops and community events. Curated by Leah Brenner Clack.
DIGITAL COLLECTION
Accessing Library Books, Movies & Magazines | Saturday, October 26, 2:30–4:30 p.m., Boulder Creek Room Many of the collections available at the Boulder Public Library can be accessed online. In this two-hour class students will learn how to access their favorite books, movies, and magazines from anywhere with internet access or from the comfort of their home for free. Please bring your library card to class. Ages 60+. Space is limited, pre-registration required: apm.activecommunities.com/boulderparksrec/Activity_Search/15949
OPEN HOUSE AT CARNEGIE LIBRARY FOR LOCAL HISTORY! Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.. Join us for an agricultural themed story hour for kids at 10:30 a.m., as well as a program about Boulder’s agricultural history, historic photo exhibit, display of our new website, and a small sale of Colorado related books.
GENEALOGY
Sessions are presented by the Boulder Genealogical Society. Bring your laptop or tablet. Register by contacting Diane Barbour at mdbfrisco@gmail.com or 303–604–1051.
GETTING STARTED IN FAMILY RESEARCH @ MEADOWS Thursday, August 8, 1–3 p.m.
This class will cover basic principles of family research, methodology, and the forms most often used. You will be introduced to census records and the free Family Search website. Presented by: Diane Barbour, professional genealogist.
FIND YOUR ANCESTORS’ FINAL RESTING PLACE @ MEADOWS Thursday, September 12, 1–3 p.m.
Locating the final resting place of your ancestors can expose other details of their lives: military service, relationships, organization memberships, maiden names and more. Presented by: Beth Benko, professional genealogist.
MORE RECORD GROUPS AND HOW TO USE ANCESTRY.COM @MEADOWS Thursday, October 10, 1–3 p.m.
Record groups that will be covered include church records, birth, marriage and death records. Learn about Ancestry.com and how to access some of its free collections. Presented by: Diane Barbour, professional genealogist. 7
LANGUAGES CONVERSATIONS IN ENGLISH @ MAIN Practice your English! Join our multi-level English conversation groups at Boulder Public Library. No registration required – drop in as often as you’d like. Conversations are led by native English speakers.
¡Practique su inglés!
Mondays/Lunes, 10:30–11:45 a.m. BoulderReads Lab Tuesdays/Martes, 6–7:15 p.m. Boulder Creek Room
Únase a nuestros grupos de conversación en inglés con diferentes niveles, en la Biblioteca Principal de Boulder. No es necesario inscribirse – puede acudir las veces que quiera. Las conversaciones son dirigidas por nativos de lengua inglesa.
NEW! Tuesdays/Martes, 12:30–1:45 p.m. @ Meadows (childcare not provided)
Childcare available Thursdays, 5–6:15 p.m.
Thursdays/Jueves, 10:30–11:45 a.m. Flatirons Meeting Room
North Boulder Recreation Center, 3170 Broadway.
Fridays/Viernes, 10:30–11:45 a.m. BoulderReads Lab
Wednesdays/Miércoles, 10:30–11:45 a.m. BoulderReads Lab
STORYTIMES Storytimes last 30–45 minutes. All ages unless otherwise noted.
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All Boulder Public Library locations will have a storytime break from Monday, August 5—Sunday, August 18. Storytimes will resume on Monday, August 19.
MAIN *These programs are age-specific. Space at Main is limited; please arrive early to pick up your token for admission.
MONDAYS
WEDNESDAYS
*TODDLER TIME
*WOBBLERS & WALKERS
24–36 months.
15–24 months.
ALL AGES STORYTIME
MUSICAL STORYTIME
Mondays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
TUESDAYS
THURSDAYS
*LAP BABIES
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
Thursdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
Birth–15 months.
MUSICAL STORYTIME
Mondays, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME
Thursdays, 4 p.m., Children’s Story Space
Celebrate world cultures through books, music and play in this interactive storytime for all ages.
1st Thursday of every month, August 1, September 5 & October 3, 9:15 a.m., Boulder Creek Room
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
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TODDLER DANCE PARTY 24–36 months.
MAIN CONT.
REYNOLDS
ALL AGES STORYTIME
MONDAYS
Fridays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
BABIES & BOARD BOOKS Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
SATURDAYS
ALL AGES STORYTIME
A twenty minute storytime for babies followed by tea and coffee for grownups.
Saturdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME
1st Saturday of every month, 10:15–11 a.m., Children’s Story Space Enjoy books, songs and more en Español on the first Saturday of the month. All ages welcome. Disfrute libros, canciones y más en Español el primer sábado del mes. Todas las edades son bienvenidas.
TUESDAYS ALL AGES STORYTIME Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
WEDNESDAYS
WOBBLERS & WALKERS Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. 15–24 months.
LEGO STORYTIME
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 4 p.m. Stories and Lego Building. Ages 3+.
STEAM STORYTIME
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 4 p.m. Each week will feature stories and a STEAM-based activity focusing on science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts. Ages 3+. August 28: Garden Art September 11: Flower Power September 25: Spice Painting October 9: Silly Putty October 23: Painting in a Bag
THURSDAYS LAP BABIES
Thursdays, 10:15 a.m. Birth–15 months.
FRIDAYS SING & PLAY STORYTIME Fridays, 10:15 a.m.
Pre-literacy storytime based on the concept of music and play.
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STORYTIMES Storytimes last 30–45 minutes. All ages unless otherwise noted.
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MEADOWS
NOBO
MONDAYS
MONDAYS
ALL AGES STORYTIME
SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIMES: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH
Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
TUESDAYS
Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
LAP BABIES
TUESDAYS
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME
Birth–15 months.
WEDNESDAYS STEAM STORYTIME
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. Celebrate world cultures through books, music, and play in this interactive storytime. All ages.
Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m.
WEDNESDAYS
Each week will feature stories and a STEAM-based activity focusing on science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts. Ages 3+.
LAP BABIES Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m. Birth–15 months.
THURSDAYS CRAFT STORYTIME
Thursdays, 10:15 a.m.
A combination of storytime readings and craft activities with hands-on fun. Ages 3+.
LEGO STORYTIME Thursdays, 4 p.m.
Stories and Lego Building. Ages 3+.
FRIDAYS
PLAYTIME STORYTIME Fridays, 10:15 a.m.
Pre-literacy storytime based on the concept of play. September 20: Jaipur Literary Festival-themed storytime.
SUNDAYS SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH Sunday, September 8, 12:15 p.m.
Bilingual Storytime. Enjoy books, songs, games and more with a native Spanish speaker. All ages. 10
SATURDAYS SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH Saturdays, 10:15 a.m.
TEENS Grades 6–12. *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
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LEGIT KNITS @ MAIN
NEW! TABLETOP GAMING CLUB @ REYNOLDS
New to knitting? Learn this relaxing and creative skill in a group! Or, if you already knit at home, bring your project to work on and enjoy snacks. All supplies provided.
Explore new games in the tabletop universe with us on the 2nd Thursday of every month. All levels of experience welcome.
4th Monday of every month, 4:30–6 p.m., Teen Space
MAGIC @ MAIN
1st Wednesday of every month, 4:30–6 p.m., Teen Space Magic players of all abilities welcome! Get deck building tips, strategies for card play, and more! Duel against your friends or find new teens to challenge.
BOULDER TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (BTAB) @ MAIN 3rd Wednesday of every month, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Flatirons Room Get involved! Students meet to plan events, recommend books, and more! It’s a great way to meet new people, earn community service hours, and add a board position to your college or job applications!
NEW! JACK BOX GAMES @ MAIN
2nd Saturday of every month, 4–5 p.m., Teen Space Do you love board games? Do you love video games? Jack Box games are both! You make the games yourself while making others laugh! Food will be provided.
TEENS’ TOP TEN @ MAIN
Tuesday, August 13, 4:30–6 p.m., Teen Space Teens across the country nominate and choose their favorite books of the previous year to make a “teen choice” list! Listen and then vote for your favorites. Win prizes!
*COLLEGE ESSAY WORKSHOP @ MAIN
Saturday, September 7, 1:30–4:30 p.m., Flatirons Room College application deadlines are approaching—and they want a unique essay! If you have a draft, please bring it with you or create a new essay. Leave with a beginning and outline for a new essay or a draft revisions.
NEW! TEEN OPEN STUDY @ MEADOWS
Wednesdays, 4–5:30 p.m., starting September 4 Study with friends and help each other succeed! Snacks and supplies will be provided. A librarian will be available to help you discover free resources.
NEW! TINKER, MAKE, CREATE! @ REYNOLDS 1st Thursday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., starting in September
Into crafts or gadgets? We've got you covered! Make and take something of your very own on the 1st Thursday of every month.
2nd Thursday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., starting in September
REYNOLDS TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (RTAB) @ REYNOLDS 3rd Thursday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., starting in September
Plan teen events, learn about upcoming opportunities, earn service hours, and enjoy snacks!
NEW! TEEN SCI-FI SOCIETY @ REYNOLDS 4th Thursday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., starting in September
Whether it's a movie, craft, game, or trivia be ready to geek out on the 4th Thursday of every month.
NEW! FRIDAY FOOD LAB @ REYNOLDS 1st Friday of every month, 4 p.m., starting in September
Do you have a discerning palate? Or do you just like to eat? Either way, join us at 1st Friday Food Lab to try out new flavors. Good, gross, or in between – vote for your favorites! September 6: Honey | October 4: Halloween Candy
NEW! 4 TH FRIDAY FANDOM @ MEADOWS 4th Friday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., starting in September
Explore and celebrate various fandoms with us every month. Make things, play games, have fun with fandoms! September 27: DIY 8-Bit keychain characters October 25: DIY Fanzines
MEADOWS TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (M-TAB) @ MEADOWS
3rd Sunday of every month, August 18, September 15 & October 20, 4–5 p.m. Get involved! Plan teen library events, recommend books, earn community service and volunteer hours, hang out with friends, meet new people and have fun! Snacks provided.
ALL HALLOW’S READ @ REYNOLDS Thursday, October 31, 4–5:30 p.m.
Visit us on Halloween to get a free book! Participate in an All Hallow’s Read book swap game and leave with something new to read. Costumes welcome, spooky snacks provided! 11
WORKSHOPS All workshops take place @ Main. *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
*OLD SCHOOL FILM SCHOOL NEW SCHOOL FILM SCHOOL
Thursdays, August 15 & September 19, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., Canyon Theater/Digital Foundry Alert for all filmmakers – the library has facility and software to convert digital motion picture files to DCP format, so you are festival ready. This monthly workshop includes time for creating DCP files and screening your short full-size in the Canyon Theater, as well as access to 8 & 16 mm projectors, editors and splicers. Call Joel Haertling to reserve a one-hour time slot: 303-441-3197.
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*JAPANESE IKEBANA: AN INTRODUCTION Saturday October 5, 3–4:30 p.m., Canyon Meeting Room In connection to the Ikebana exhibition in Canyon Gallery – attend this free class to learn beginner’s Ikebana techniques and make your own beautiful flower arrangement. Space limited.
*ARRANGING AND ORGANIZING YOUR FAMILY TREASURES Saturday, October 12, 3:30–4:30., Carnegie Staff at the Carnegie Library for Local History is offering a handson workshop. Limited to 6 people. Call to reserve your table: 303-441-3110.
These programs are part of several Seed to Table events and services at the library that focus on sustainable living. boulderlibrary.org/seed-to-table
*BEECHICAS: EXPLORE WITH YOUR POLLINATOR JOURNALS Wednesday, August 14, 4–5:30 p.m. @ Main Saturday, September 14, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. @ Reynolds & 3–4:30 p.m. @ Meadows Make a pollinator field journal and learn to identify native bees, honey bees, and other pollinators in the library gardens. You may find flies and beetles pollinating! Ages 7–12.
*ADULTOLOGY: FIELD TO VASE FLOWER ARRANGING
Thursday, August 15, 6–7:30 p.m., Boulder Creek Room Join Erika Stadsklev, Boulder Farmers Market Coordinator, in a hands-on workshop. Learn the secrets to arranging a balanced bouquet using local flowers and your own creativity. Ages 18+.
*PRESERVING SUMMER’S BOUNTY: A HANDSON FAMILY WORKSHOP
Saturday, August 24, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Japanese Garden Enjoy summer’s bounty all winter long! This hands-on workshop, led by Seeds Café staff, will cover how to jar different fruits. Each family will be able to take a jar of fruit home! All ages. 12
SEED EXTRAVAGANZA: VEGETABLES, FLOWERS, & NATIVE PLANTS Saturday, September 7, 1–3 p.m., Japanese Garden Bring seeds to swap, pick up some free seeds, and learn all about native plant seed saving in Boulder County! It’ll be a seed party!
*ADULTOLOGY: HANDS-ON PASTA WORKSHOP Thursday, September 12, 6–7:30 p.m, Boulder Creek Room
Join Matt Collier, head chef of Seeds Library Café in a delicious hands-on class making fresh pasta including gnocchi, tagliatelle, farfalle, and more! Age 18+.
*ADULTOLOGY: MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY Thursday, October 10, 6–7:30 p.m., Canyon Meeting Room
Faux-caviar, foam, and other foodie science! Join us for an in-depth demonstration of beginner’s molecular gastronomy techniques with Matt Collier, head chef of Seeds Library Café. Ages 18+.
WORKSHOPS IN BLDG 61 BLDG 61 is a free community workshop that provides maker education and technology to the public in a creative and inclusive environment. The makerspace is accessed through scheduled events listed on the bldg61.org calendar. Tours are welcome during listed Open Studio hours. The space is closed during unscheduled times and on Thursdays and Fridays. *Register for classes and learn more at bldg61.org. All BLDG 61 workshops are STEAM Concepts
MONDAY *MAKER MONDAYS Select Mondays, Various Times
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY *SHOP 61 GUIDED ACCESS 1–4 p.m.
*CNC GUIDED ACCESS 1–4 p.m.
OPEN STUDIO & LIMITED SHOP ACCESS 4–7 p.m.
*LASER CUTTING GUIDED ACCESS
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
OPEN STUDIO & LIMITED SHOP ACCESS
*LASER CUTTING TOOL ORIENTATION
Select Saturdays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
*LASER CUTTING GUIDED ACCESS Select Saturdays, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
*CNC GUIDED ACCESS
Select Saturdays, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Select Sundays, 12–2 p.m.
*CNC MACHINE TOOL ORIENTATION Select Sundays, 3–5 p.m.
*SEWING REBELLION
1st Sunday of the month, 2:30–5:30 p.m.
1–6:30 p.m.
BLDG 61 TOOLS & EQUIPMENT Tools available during BLDG 61’s scheduled Drop-In events: Lulzbot 3D printers, Othermill CNC machine, vinyl cutter, sewing machines, sergers, embroidery machine, looms, spinning wheels, electronics bench, soldering irons, airbrush, and more depending on availability. Woodshop tools available during Shop 61 events: table saw, jointer/planer, drum sander, bandsaw, chop saw, oscillating spindle sander, edge sander, track saw, vacuum press, workbench, clamps, various jigs, and hand tools. The Shopbot CNC Machine and Epilog Laser Cutters are available during their respective tool orientation and guided access events.
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BOULDERREADS @ MAIN BoulderReads provides free literacy programs including adult tutoring, tutor training and Reading Buddies for children in kindergarten–3rd grade. BoulderReads ofrece programas de alfabetización y apoyo gratuitos. Nuestros servicios incluyen tutoría de adultos, formación de tutores y Compañeros de Lectura para niños en kinder a tercero grado.
boulderlibrary.org/boulderreads | 303–441–3139
1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN CELEBRATION Come celebrate the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at your local Boulder Public Library. This is a national initiative to read 1000 books before your child begins kindergarten. This party is for anyone currently participating in the program or even new families that haven’t registered yet – everyone is welcome! There will be prizes and all-around fun!
Tuesday, August 20, 10:15–11:15 a.m. @ NoBo
Wednesday, August 21, 10:15–11:15 a.m. @ Main
Wednesday, August 21, 10:15–11:15 a.m. @ Reynolds
Friday, August 23, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. @ Meadows
FAMILY PLAY FESTIVAL @ MAIN Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. Drop in and play, sing, read, write and talk at activity stations throughout the library. Families with young children (birth to age 5) enjoy activities and take home crafts and great prizes as well as new ideas for family fun. Each station includes special activities for babies.
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SPECIAL EVENT: HOME MOVIE DAY Saturday, October 19, 12–3 p.m., Canyon Meeting Room This event is part of a world-wide celebration of amateur film as home moviemakers and lovers on 5 continents meet with local film archivists to clean, repair and screen your home movies in 8 & 16 mm.
GARDEN PROGRAMS @ MAIN Garden Work Hour: Every Thursday through October 17, Edible Learning Garden, 5–6 p.m. Come dig in the dirt, harvest produce, and help us maintain the Edible Learning Garden through the summer! No gardening experience required: this is a great time to ask questions!
Garden WORKshops: Join farmer Catherine Blackwell during Garden Work Hour to lend a hand with garden maintenance and learn something new in these focused workshops. All ages welcome!
HIGH YIELD VEGETABLE GARDENING IN SMALL SPACES
Thursday, August 1, 5–6 p.m., Edible Learning Garden Learn what vegetables work best for “cut- and-come-again” high yield vegetable production.
GARDENING FOR THE VASE Thursday, August 22 , 5–6 p.m., Edible Learning Garden
Learn how to grow and harvest several varieties of flowers perfect for fresh and dried flower arrangements. VEGETABLE SEED SAVING Thursday, September 26, 5-6 p.m., Edible Learning Garden Learn how to save common vegetable seeds for use next year.
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POLLINATOR APPRECIATION MONTH EVENTS @ BOULDER PUBLIC LIBRARY September has been declared Pollinator Appreciation Month to encourage our community to celebrate our pollinators and take action to protect them. Visit beeboulder.org for more events.
*BEECHICAS: EXPLORE WITH YOUR POLLINATOR JOURNALS
Wednesday, August 14, 4–5:30 p.m. @ Main Saturday, September 14, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. @ Reynolds & 3–4:30 p.m. @ Meadows Make a pollinator field journal and learn to identify native bees, honey bees, and other pollinators in the library gardens. You may find flies and beetles pollinating! All ages. Adult supervision required for children under 8.
TOUR DE HIVE
Saturday, August 24, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Throughout north Boulder, map provided Visit gardens, beehives and meet the beekeepers in a fun, self-guided tour. Ride your bike to different north Boulder locations! Go to BeeBoulder.org for a map.
*BEECHICAS: STAMP UP FOR POLLINATORS @ MAIN
Monday, September 16, 4–6 p.m., BLDG61 Stamp, stencil or screen print your support for pollinators! Come embellish a farmer’s market tote bag and your own t-shirt with pollinator themed designs and messages. Learn to silkscreen, stamp or stencil on fabric. Ages 12+.
BEE BOULDER FAMILY FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 28, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Central Park, 1236 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302 The Bee Boulder Family Festival provides pollinator-themed education, live music with Jeff & Paige, hands-on activities, face painting, prizes and fun.
MASTER GARDENER SEED Q&A @ MAIN & MEADOWS
Thursday, September 5, 5–6 p.m., @ Main, Edible Learning Garden Saturday, September 14, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., @ Meadows Master Gardeners will be available to answer all your gardening and seed-saving questions!
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DIY BEE HOTELS @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS Saturday, September 28, 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows
Learn about pollinators in your yard and build your own bee hotel to take home. Ages 7-12.
POLLINATOR APPRECIATION MONTH EVENTS — STORYTIMES *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
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MAIN
NOBO
POLLINATOR MUSICAL STORYTIME
SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH
Thursday, September 12, 4–4:45 p.m., Children’s Story Space
Join us for a special musical storytime to celebrate all pollinators and their important roles they play in our ecosystem.
MEADOWS
Saturday, September 21 & Monday, September 23, 10:15 a.m.
AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME Tuesday, September 24, 10:15 a.m.
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Monday, September 16, 10:15 a.m
REYNOLDS
LAP BABIES
1ST FRIDAY FOOD LAB: HONEY
Tuesday, September 17, 10:15 a.m.
Friday, September 6, 4 p.m.
STEAM STORYTIME
1ST SATURDAY YOGA
Wednesday, September 18, 10:15 a.m.
Saturday, September 7, 11 a.m.
CRAFT STORYTIME
STEAM STORYTIME: FLOWER POWER
Thursday, September 19, 10:15 a.m.
Wednesday, September 11, 4 p.m.
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THANK YOU Boulder Public Library would like to thank the Boulder Library Foundation for its generous support of library programs such as Summer of Discovery, BoulderReads, the Concert Series, the Teen Space, BLDG 61 and many more.
Become the Boulder Library Foundation’s next supporter and make a donation today!
boulderlibraryfoundation.org
LIBRARY LOCATIONS MAIN
NOBO
MEADOWS
1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80302 303–441–3100
4600 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304 303–441–3100
4800 Baseline Rd., Unit C-112. Boulder, CO 80303
CARNEGIE
GEORGE REYNOLDS
1125 Pine St., Boulder, CO 80302 303–441–3110
3595 Table Mesa Dr., Boulder, CO 80305 303–441–3100
303–441–3100 Note: The Meadows Branch Library is located on the back side of the Safeway shopping complex and is accessed from the second left-hand entrance turn off of Mohawk Drive.
boulderlibrary.org