BPL BOULDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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February + March + April 2019
EARTH DAY STORYTIMES
April is Earth Month. Join us for Earth friendly fun and stories! MAIN
REYNOLDS
MUSICAL STORYTIME
FIRST SATURDAY YOGA: TREES
Thursday, April 18, 4 p.m.
MEADOWS
Saturday, April 6, 11 a.m.
WOBBLERS & WALKERS
Wednesday, April 24, 10:15 a.m.
ALL AGES STORYTIME
STEAM STORYTIME: BIRD FEEDERS
LAP BABIES STORYTIME
SING & PLAY STORYTIME
Monday, April 22, 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 10:15 a.m.
STEAM STORYTIME
Wednesday, April 24, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 26, 10:15 a.m.
Wednesday, April 24, 10:15 a.m.
NOBO
CRAFT STORYTIME
SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIMES: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH
Thursday, April 25, 10:15 a.m.
PLAYTIME STORYTIME
Friday, April 26, 10:15 a.m.
Saturday, April 20, 10:15 a.m.
STEAM STORYTIME
Monday, April 22, 10:15 a.m.
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Tuesday, April 23, 10:15 a.m.
SAVE THE DATE! COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & DESIGN CHARRETTE, March 8 & 9 Interested in providing input about the new north Boulder branch library? Come see the concept design, talk to the design team, and provide your input about what you’d like to see inside and outside the library, how you’d like the inside of the library to look and feel and what aspects of services in this new library are most important to you. Please visit the project website for updates: boulderlibrary.org/nobo-branch
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 LAURIE HALSE ANDERSON AUTHOR OF SHOUT @ MAIN Wednesday, April 3, 7 p.m., Canyon Theater Laurie Halse Anderson is a New York Times bestselling author whose writing spans young readers, teens, and new adults. Combined, her books have sold more than eight million copies. She has been twice nominated for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. Two of her books, Speak and Chains, were National Book Award finalists, and Chains was short-listed for the prestigious Carnegie Medal. Laurie was selected by the American Library Association for the 2009 Margaret A. Edwards Award and has been honored for her battles for intellectual freedom by the National Coalition Against Censorship and the National Council of Teachers of English. Shout speaks truth to power in a loud, clear voice-- and once you hear it, it is impossible to ignore. Admission is free, but registration is required to ensure seats. Please call the Boulder Book Store at 303-447-2074 or register on-line: boulderbookstore.net/event/2019-04.
CHILDREN & FAMILY *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
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GO CLUB @ MAIN
*PAGES AND PAWS @ MEADOWS
Sundays, 2–5:30 p.m., Children’s Story Space
Wednesdays, 3:45–5 p.m.
Learn to play the ancient and mysterious board game known as Go. Developed 4000 years ago in China, the rules are so simple they can be taught in a few minutes–but it can take a lifetime to master the game. Go boards are provided and take-home sets made of cardboard are available for free. Ages 5+.
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. Contact Pam at: watsonp@boulderlibrary.org.
“MIS PININOS” / SPANISH CONVERSATION FOR KIDS @ NOBO “MIS PININOS” / GRUPO DE CONVERSACION EN ESPAÑOL @ NOBO Mondays, 4:15 p.m., Lunes a las 4:15 p.m.
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.
CHESS CLUB @ MAIN
2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room 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.
YOUTH MAKER HANGOUT @ MAIN
Tuesdays, 4–5:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Learn coding with Scratch, Bitsbox, CAD modeling or BiBli robots. Bring a laptop or share one of the library devices. Ages 7–14. 2
LEGO CLUB BLOCK PARTY @ MAIN
1st Friday of every month, 4–5:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Bring out the bricks! Grades 2–5 are invited to our LEGO® block party.
GAMES @ MEADOWS
1st & 3rd Fridays, 4–5:30 p.m. Enjoy board games, Wii and Xbox.
1ST SATURDAY YOGA @ REYNOLDS
Saturdays, February 2: Favorite poses, March 2: Triangles, April 6: Trees, 11 a.m. Sun salutations and stories.
TWEEN TIME @ MAIN
1st & 3rd Saturdays, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Teen Space Tweens in 4th and 5th grade are welcome to invade the Teen Space. Play PS4, Wii, or Xbox. Try out the maker kits or crafts. Create a video or compose a song in Garageband. All activities are self-led and a library volunteer will be present during tween hours.
MOVIES @ MEADOWS
Friday, February 8, 4 p.m.: Moana, 113 minutes Rated PG Friday, March 8, 4 p.m.: Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story, 106 minutes Rated PG Friday, April 12, 4 p.m.: Babe, 92 minutes Rated G A family-friendly movie on the 2nd Friday of each month. Pizza and/or popcorn will be served.
*FULL STEAM AHEAD @ REYNOLDS & MEADOWS Saturday, February 9, February 23 & March 9 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. @ Reynolds, 3–4:30 p.m. @ Meadows Build, code, design and discover with science, technology, engineering arts and math. Hands-on activities on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays during the school year. Ages 7–12.
VALENTINE’S DAY STUFFIE SLEEPOVER @ MAIN Thursday, February 14, 4–5 p.m., Children’s Story Space Join us for a musical pajama party with a love and friendship theme. Children are welcome to bring a stuffed animal to leave with us for a very special stuffie sleepover in the library. Stuffed animals can be picked up on Friday with pictures of their overnight adventures.
MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB @ MEADOWS
Saturday, February 2, 3–4 p.m.: When the Sea Turned to Silver by Grace Lin Saturday, April 6, 3–4 p.m.: Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar A special book club for mother daughter pairs. Discuss the book selection and make a craft. Grades 3–6.
SCIENCE MADE FUN @ MEADOWS & REYNOLDS Saturday, February 16 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows
Learn about the difference between chemical reactions and physical reactions while making Space Mud and Science Clay of your very own! Ages 5+.
ELASTIC INDOOR JUMPROPE @ MAIN Sunday, February 24, 2–3 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
MUSIC TOGETHER®DEMO CLASS @ MEADOWS & REYNOLDS Sunday, March 3, 12:30 p.m. @ Reynolds Sunday, March 10, 4 p.m. @ Meadows Interactive music and movement experience for infants through 5 year olds and their caregivers. Family fun through singing, movement, instrument play led by Jane Smolens, Director of Mountain Song Music Studio, Inc. Registration not required, but space is limited.
TINKER ART STUDIO @ MEADOWS & REYNOLDS Saturday, March 16 11 a.m. @ Reynolds, 3 p.m. @ Meadows Join Tinker for art making. Using a variety of art materials, children of all ages will make unique projects to take home. Ages 3+.
SCIENCE FUN: BUILDING BRIDGES @ MAIN Sunday, March 17, 2–3 p.m., Boulder Creek Room Join us for some hands on fun. We will learn about the engineering of different types of bridges. Then we will build our own bridges using a variety of materials and test how well they hold up. Ages 7+.
SHADOW PUPPETS @ MAIN Sunday, March 24, 2–3 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Instead of hand puppets, we will use shadows on a screen to tell a story. Create movable characters from cardstock and paper fasteners, and put on a different kind of puppet show. Ages 8+.
CU DISCOVERY PRESENTS: CELEBRATE CITIZEN SCIENCE @ MAIN Sunday, April 14, 1–3 p.m., Boulder Creek Room Saturday, April 13th is Citizen Science Day! Join us for some hands on fun, and learn about the importance of citizen science and active citizen science projects in the area. Get inspired to join an existing citizen science effort and help with research projects here in Boulder! Ages 5+.
RUBBER STAMPS & POTATO PRINT PATTERNS @ MAIN Sunday, April 28, 2–3 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Make your mark on paper and on cloth! Carve your own rubber stamps to decorate a bookmark, and then use potatoes to print shapes onto a bandana that you can take home. Ages 7+.
When it’s too cold to play outside, try jumping rope inside. Use a long elastic loop instead of a twirling rope, and make the jumps as challenging as you wish! Ages 7+. 3
CINEMA All screenings take place in the Canyon Theater @ Main. No tickets are required.
DORIS’ SUNDAY MATINEES International House | Sunday, February 3, 1 p.m. (68 min.) Directed by A. Edward Sutherland, featuring W.C. Fields, Peggy Hopkins Joyce, Stuart Erwin, Bela Lagosi (1933). The inventor of the Radioscope which reproduces both sound and picture of radio broadcasts, exhibits it for sale at a hotel in Wu-Hu, China. Buyers from around the world converge and vie for the purchase of the device. Includes performances by Baby Rose Marie, Cab Calloway & Rudy Vallee.
Animal Farm | Sunday, March 3, 1 p.m. (75 min.) Directed by Joy Batchelor and John Halas, featuring the voices of Gordon Heath and Maurice Denham (U.K.—1954). In this animated adaption of George Orwell’s classic dystopia fashioned after the formation of the U.S.S.R. and the dictatorship of Josef Stalin, the animals of a farm, oppressed by the cruelty and inefficiency of their masters, take over only to find tyrants among themselves.
Return to Oz | Sunday, April 7, 1 p.m. (113 min.) Directed by Walter Murch, featuring Fairuz Balk, Nicol Williamson, Piper Laurie (1985). Dorothy Gale, recovering from the ordeal of the tornado is taken by her Aunt Em to a doctor that treats her delusional depression and acute insomnia with electroshock treatments. Rescued by a mysterious girl, she is lead back to the Land of Oz. Based on later Oz novels by L. Frank Baum.
THURSDAY CINEMA Popeye | Thursday February 28, 7 p.m. (114 min.) Family Viewing Directed by Robert Altman, featuring Robin Williams, Shelly Duval, Ray Walston (1980). This live-action portrayal traces Popeye as he sails to the seaside village of Sweethaven to find the father that abandoned him. There he meets Olive Oyl and her family, including Cofather Cole and brother Castor. He nurtures a baby left on his doorstep that he names Swee’pea. Based on the cartoon characters of Elzie Crisler Segar.
Mondo Hollywood | Thursday March 14, Film starts at 7 p.m. (120 min.) Local Filmmakers’ Showcase—Film Social with Filmmaker starts at 6 p.m. Directed by Robert Cohen, featuring Margaretta Ramsey, Dale Davis, Jay Sebring, Bbby Beausoliel (1967). Take a trip back to L.A. of the 1960’s in this surreal documentary and meet the wild and creative characters from wouldbe vampire actors to Shriners, celebs, surfers, hairdressers and cross-dressers inhabiting the city in 1966. Robert Carl Cohen, the film’s strangely youthful 88 year-old director who fled to Boulder in the 1990s, introduces this rare theatrical presentation of his psychedelic cult classic. Join the filmmaker for a 1960s party at 6 p.m. Please dress in 1960s period fashion!
The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! | Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m. (126 min.) Family Viewing Directed by Norman Jewison, featuring Alan Arkin, Carl Reiner, Eva Marie Saint, Theodor Bikel, Jonathan Winters (1966). A Soviet submarine runs aground on the fictional Gloucester Island, Massachusetts trying to get a view of America, seeking help from a vacationing TV writer and the local police chief, who suspect they are not Norwegians, as they say. Based on the novel “The Out-Islanders” by Nathaniel Benchley.
Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors | Thursday, April 11, 7 p.m.
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Directed by Sergei Paradjanov, featuring Ivan Mikolaichuk, Larisa Kadochnikova, Tatiana Bestayeva, Spartak Bagashivili (U.S.S.R.—1964). A young boy’s brother is killed and his father murdered and he lives in poverty with his mother. He falls in love with the daughter of his father’s murderer, but their love ends prematurely with her sudden death and he enters a loveless marriage, haunted by tragic memories. Based on Ukranian writer Mikail Kotzyubinsky’s folktales of the Karpati Mountains and set in the nation of the Gutsuls where the Hutzul tribe lived. In Ukranian with subtitles.
CIVIC LIFE CITIZENSHIP CLASSES @ MAIN Mondays, 6–7:30 p.m., Arapahoe Room Preparation class for the United States Citizenship test. No registration required.
BUILDING BRIDGES @ MAIN It takes courage to engage in conversations about differing opinions. Building Bridges is a programming collaboration between the city and the community to provide a space to connect and engage in conservations about what impacts our lives. Comfort Soup: Welcome @ Main | Thursday, March 7, 5:30–7:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Let’s talk together on what “welcoming” means and how to create that feeling in our city. We’ll combine ideas, along with ingredients, to have a communal soup meal.
CONFERENCE ON WORLD AFFAIRS @ MAIN April 9–12, sessions 4 p.m. daily in the Canyon Theater
The library will once again be serving as a satellite venue for CU’s renowned Conference on World Affairs. Daily sessions of panels and speakers will take place at 4 p.m. in the Canyon Theater. More detailed information will be released in February at calendar.boulderlibrary.org & colorado.edu/cwa
AUTHOR TALK: DR. ANDRÉS RESÉNDEZ @ MAIN Thursday, February 7, 5–6:30 p.m. in the Canyon Theater The History Department at CU Boulder is proud to partner with the Boulder Public Library to present the 30th Athearn Lecture in Western History: Dr. Andrés Reséndez, Professor of History, University of California, Davis “The Other Slavery: The Uncovered Story of Indian Slavery in America” Please join us for a stimulating evening with an award-winning historian!
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CONCERTS Concerts take place in the Canyon Theater @ Main. No tickets are required. Arrive early for good seating!
MIDDAY MUSIC MEDITATION 2nd Wednesdays of each month: February 13, March 13 & April 10, 12–1 p.m. @ MAIN 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. Musicians include Jesse Manno, Michael Stanwood, Jenna Woods, Tom Weiser, Dexter Payne, James Hoskins and Victor Mestas. Midday Music is sponsored by the Boulder Library Foundation and the George Lichter Family Fund.
NEW! Midday Music Meditation @ MEADOWS Mondays, February 25 & April 22, 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.
3RD TUESDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERTS CU’s ‘On the Rocks’ Acapella Choir Tuesday, February 19, 12–1 p.m. On the Rocks, a CU women’s vocal ensemble specializes in songs that are sung “acappella“, meaning “without instrumental accompaniment”. Their set list includes a wide range of songs ranging from classic jazz to modern pop and R&B, all of which have been arranged by members of our group.
Colcannon Irish Ensemble Tuesday, March 19, 12–1 p.m. Authentic, Joyous Irish Music...traditional with a touch of chamber music and music hall, Colcannon plays Irish music with panache and warmth. Colcannon’s concerts are renowned for their energy, for singer/frontman Mick Bolger’s irrepressible sense of humor and sly wit, and, of course, for the music; music that expresses flights of joy, deep sorrows, and an unquenchable zest for life.
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Altius Quartet featuring Hsing-ay Hsu, Piano Tuesday, April 16, 12–1 p.m. Altius Quartet is an ensemble determined to further the art of chamber music through performance, education, and outreach. Deriving their name from the Olympic motto: Citius, Altius, Fortius (Latin for Faster, Higher, Stronger); Altius strives to communicate art to a more diverse audience through community engagement and innovative repertoire. Program includes movements from Brahms’ Piano Quintet, Mozart Concerto K.414- Quintet version by the composer, and Piazzolla’s Libertango.
SPECIAL CONCERT @ MAIN BOULDER PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA PRESENTS ‘MEET THE MAESTRO’ WITH MICHAEL BUTTERMAN, Saturday, March 2, 3 p.m. Join Boulder Philharmonic Music Director Michael Butterman for an inside look at the orchestra! In addition to exploring what happens inside the concert hall, we’ll also see how orchestral music used in movies can help drive the overall story and shape the way we feel about characters and events. From the piccolo to percussion, the endless palette of sounds and textures found in the orchestra makes movies come alive! We’ll learn about the basics of the orchestra and how it functions, as well as the important role that the conductor plays. We’ll finish with an advance look at the musical magic created by Pixar Studios that will be featured in an all-Pixar Boulder Phil concert coming up on March 23. boulderphil.org Admission to both ‘Meet the Maestro’ (as well as all Library Concert Series performances), and BIFF’s film screenings as part of the ‘Youth Pavilion’ in the Canyon Theater, is FREE. Please check out the Boulder International Film Festival schedule: biff1.com
CONCERT SERIES PERFORMANCES Playground Ensemble: ‘8 Songs for a Mad King’ by Peter Maxwell Davies Sunday, February 17, 2 p.m. The Playground Ensemble, in Residence at Metro State University of Denver, is the Rocky Mountain Region’s premier new music group. This concert features ‘8 Songs for a Mad King’, by Peter Maxwell Davies: “A shocking, scandalous, and utterly captivating chamber work for a crazed king and his beloved birds”—with special guest author/poet/artist Serena Chopra. Photo credit: Mark Wolcott.
‘Mostly Mozart’ Sunday, April 14, 2 p.m. Geraldine Walther—viola, David Korevaar—piano & Harumi Rhodes—violin Internationally renowned musicians Geraldine Walther, David Korevaar, and Harumi Rhodes join forces to present an afternoon of ‘Mostly Mozart’. Program includes Mozart’s B flat violin duo for violin and viola, a Mozart Rondo for piano solo, and a Mozart violin and piano sonata.
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 7
EXHIBITIONS The full list of exhibition-related programs can be found on the library website or in the Canyon Gallery.
BARBER SHOPS OF BOULDER @ CARNEGIE
MOUNTAINEERING EQUIPMENT IN BOULDER @ CARNEGIE March 19–April 30, Carnegie Library
Stop by the Carnegie Library to see historic photos of old barber shops from our collections accompanied by unique artifacts from the Museum of Boulder, including a classic barber pole and an antique barber shop chair.
Boulder is associated with many “firsts” in the field of mountaineering equipment. In 1947, LeRoy and Alice Holubar began a mountaineering equipment business that gradually specialized in light, customdesigned equipment for back-packers and rock climbers. It is now part of The North Face. Stop by the Carnegie Library to see historic photographs, catalogs, mountaineering patterns from our collection, as well as historic artifacts from the Museum of Boulder collection.
MAKER MADE: WORKS PRESENTED BY BLDG 61 @ MAIN
BOULDER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT (BVSD) @ MAIN
February 9–March 29, Canyon Gallery
April 5–28, Canyon Gallery
February 1–March 15, Carnegie Library
This show celebrates the work of designers, scientists, artists, engineers, and craftspeople that comprise our maker community. Showcased work will include printed materials, threedimensional objects, kinetic, and interactive projects.
The Boulder Valley School District will once again hold it’s annual K–8 Art exhibit at the Boulder Public Library. Art teachers from all elementary and middle schools will select six pieces of art and honor the student artists who created that art at the reception. All are welcome to enjoy this event which has been an important part of advocating for art in public education over the past decades.
A SLOW FLASH OF LIGHT @ MAIN April 6–May 27, Arapahoe Ramp
February 12–March 31, Arapahoe Ramp
Jack Collom (1931-2017) began teaching in poets-in-the-schools programs in the mid-1970s nationwide (and abroad), a practice he continued for the rest of his life. He taught thousands of school children of all grades in Boulder County and wrote the book Moving Windows about teaching poetry to children. This exhibition is a tribute to his work, in conjunction with the BVSD showcase in the Canyon Gallery.
Learn about the artists working to resurrect ancient Japanese pottery traditions from the Jomon period–a peaceful era that lasted for ten thousand years and is making a revival in modern Japanese art. This exhibition is in collaboration with Studio Arts Boulder, coinciding with a special program series with visiting Japanese Jomon artists.
Note: The Maker Made: Works Presented by BLDG 61 (February-March) and the Boulder Valley School District (April) will also be displaying some work during the exhibitions at the Meadows Branch Library!
A CELEBRATION OF JOMON @ MAIN
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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.
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.
USE OF DNA AS A GENEALOGY TOOL @ MEADOWS Thursday, February 14, 1–3 p.m. For those who have tested and those who are thinking about it. Topics to be covered include the basic biology of DNA, common terminology, the two major types of DNA (autosomal and Y chromosome) and their purpose in genealogy. Dorothy Coltrin, professional genealogist.
HIDING IN PLAIN DATABASES @ MEADOWS Thursday, March 14, 1–3 p.m. Searching in databases can produce gold mines of information. It can also be frustrating, inefficient and unproductive. Learn how to narrow or broaden the results, and use “bread-crumb navigation.” Dina Carson, professional genealogist.
THINK INSIDE THE BOXES: ORGANIZE AND ANALYZE YOUR DATA WITH SPREADSHEETS @ MEADOWS Thursday, April 11, 1–3 p.m. Spreadsheets can be used to analyze vast amounts of genealogical data. Learn how to organize information from city directories and census records and how to create a timeline of your ancestors’ lives. Beth Benko, professional genealogist.
BOULDER ARTS WEEK 2019 Friday, March 29–Saturday April 6 The 6th annual Boulder Arts Week will take place March 29–April 6, at venues throughout the city. The Week is Boulder’s only large-scale, inclusive celebration of our community’s vibrant arts and cultural offerings and our city’s thriving creativity. In 2019, Boulder Arts Week will feature free and discounted arts and culture offerings, including art walks, exhibitions, performances, dance, music, theater, public art, lectures, readings, and workshops. Visit boulderartsweek.org for a calendar of programs. 720-564-2355 | artweekboulder@gmail.com
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ONE BOOK COLORADO
From April 8–22, all 4-year-olds are invited to stop by the Boulder Public Library locations to pick up a free book in English or Spanish. We’ll also have the following special storytimes that feature the newly announced One Book Colorado!
MAIN
MEADOWS
NOBO
Monday, April 8, 10:15 a.m., All Ages Storytime
Friday, April 12, 10:15 a.m., Playtime Storytime
Monday, April 8, 10:15 a.m., All Ages Storytime Tuesday, April 9, 10:15 a.m., All Ages Storytime
REYNOLDS Tuesday, April 9, 10:15 a.m., All Ages Storytime
Saturday, April 13, 10:15 a.m., Spanish/English Storytime
NOBO’S 5TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!
Saturday, March 30, 10–11:30 a.m. @ NOBO
Join us in celebrating 5 years of service to the NoBo community! We will have facepainting, live music, refreshments, and more! All kids are encouraged to wear their favorite costume for a group photo!
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! 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. 10
Mondays/Lunes, 10:30–11:45 a.m. BoulderReads Lab Tuesdays/Martes, 6–7:15 p.m. Boulder Creek Room Wednesdays/Miércoles, 10:30–11:45 a.m. BoulderReads Lab Thursdays/Jueves, 10:30–11:45 a.m. Flatirons Meeting Room Fridays/Viernes, 10:30–11:45 a.m. BoulderReads Lab
STORYTIMES Storytimes last 30–45 minutes. All ages unless otherwise noted.
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MAIN *These programs are age-specific. Space at Main is limited; please arrive early to pick up your token for admission.
MONDAYS *TODDLER TIME
Mondays, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room 24–36 months.
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Mondays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
TUESDAYS *LAP BABIES
Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
MUSICAL STORYTIME
Thursdays, 4 p.m., Children’s Story Space
NEW! TODDLER TIME DANCE PARTY
First Thursdays of every month, February 7, March 7 & April 4, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room 24–36 months.
FRIDAYS
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Fridays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
Birth–15 months.
AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space Celebrate world cultures through books, music and play in this interactive storytime for all ages.
WEDNESDAYS
SATURDAYS
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Saturdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME
Saturday, February 2, March 2 & April 6, 10:15–11 a.m., Children’s Story Space
*WOBBLERS & WALKERS
Enjoy books, songs and more en Español on the first Saturday of the month. All ages welcome.
15–24 months.
Disfrute libros, canciones y más en Español el primer sábado del mes. Todas las edades son bienvenidas.
Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
MUSICAL STORYTIME
Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
THURSDAYS
YOGA STORYTIME
Saturdays, February 9, March 16 & April 27, 10:15–11 a.m., Children’s Story Space Get ready to engage your body and mind with this special yoga storytime that combines both stories and yoga movement.
Note: OLDER TODDLER TIME on Thursdays is cancelled. Join us for Toddler Time (ages 24-36 months) on Mondays at 9:15 a.m. in the Mt. Sanitas room.
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Thursdays, 10:15 a.m., Children’s Story Space
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STORYTIMES Storytimes last 30–45 minutes. All ages unless otherwise noted.
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REYNOLDS MONDAYS BABIES & BOARD BOOKS Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
Enjoy a few board books and share literacy tips with other caregivers, parents and library staff. Free tea and coffee provided for grownups!
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+. February 13: Gummy Candies | February 27: Musical Instruments March 13: Silly Putty | March 27: Fizzy Paint April 10: Salt Magic | April 24: Bird Feeders
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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.
MEADOWS
NOBO
MONDAYS
MONDAYS
ALL AGES STORYTIME
STEAM STORYTIME
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
TUESDAYS
TUESDAYS
LAP BABIES
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Birth–15 months.
Birth–15 months.
WEDNESDAYS
WEDNESDAYS
STEAM STORYTIME
LAP BABIES
Each week will feature stories and a STEAM-based activity focusing on science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts. Ages 3+.
Birth–15 months.
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m.
Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.
Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m.
SATURDAYS THURSDAYS CRAFT STORYTIME
SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIMES: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH Saturdays, 10:15 a.m.
Thursdays, 10:15 a.m.
Stories and an age-appropriate craft project. Ages 3+.
LEGO STORYTIME Thursdays, 4 p.m.
Stories and Lego Building. Ages 3+.
FRIDAYS
PLAYTIME STORYTIME Fridays, 10:15 a.m.
Stories and interactive play. All Ages.
SUNDAYS
NEW! SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME: READ & PLAY IN SPANISH Sunday, March 10, 12:15 p.m.
Bilingual Storytime. Enjoy books, songs, games and more with a native Spanish speaker. All ages. 13
TEENS Grades 6–12. *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
TEEN & TEA TIME @ REYNOLDS Fridays, 4 p.m.
Turn up at the Teen Space for tea and talk.
MAGIC @ MAIN
1st Wednesday of the month, February 6, March 6 & April 3, 4:30–6 p.m., Teen Space
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BOULDER TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (BTAB) @ MAIN 3rd Wednesday of the month, February 20, March 20 & April 17, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Flagstaff Meeting 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!
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.
LEGIT KNITS @ MAIN
REYNOLDS TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG) @ 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.
2nd Sunday of the month, 2:30 p.m.
Plan teen events, earn volunteer hours, and have fun!
4th Monday of the month, February 25, March 25 & April 22, 4:30–6 p.m., Teen Space
*BRUSHES & BEVERAGES @ MAIN Monday, February 11, 4:30–5 p.m., Teen Space
TASTE TEST THURSDAY @ MAIN
2nd Thursday of the month, February 14, March 14 & April 11, 4:15–5 p.m., Teen Space
Paint along with an instructor while you sip on a tasty drink. Your masterpiece is yours to keep!
Do you have a discerning palate? Or do you just like to eat? Either way, join us on Taste Test Thursday to try out new flavors. Good, gross, or in between–vote for your favorites! February 14: Chocolate | March 14: Pringles April 11: Soda
PURL JAM @ MEADOWS
*CANVAS & COCOA @ MEADOWS Saturday, March 2, 3–5 p.m.
1st Sunday of the month, February 3, March 3 & April 7, 4–5:30 p.m.
Have some cozy fun and a warm drink while creating a seasonal painting project. Each participant will take home their own 8x10 canvas creation. Ages 12+.
New to knitting? Learn to knit ‘n purl in a relaxed and creative group setting. Try new projects or, if you already knit at home, bring your own, and come for snacks. Supplies provided.
*SPRING ROLLS FOR SPRING BREAK @ MAIN
MEADOWS TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (M-TAB) @ MEADOWS
Cook Very Veggie Spring Rolls and Kiwi Strawberry Spring Rolls with Sticky Fingers Cooking. All supplies provided.
3rd Sunday of the month, 4–5 p.m.
Get involved with an organization you love – your library! Plan teen library events, recommend books, earn community service and volunteer hours, hang out with friends, meet new people and have fun! Snacks provided.
Wednesday, March 27, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Teen Space
MURDER AT THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY @REYNOLDS Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m.
Willy Wonka has been murdered. Who done it?
MOVIE TIME: PRINCESS BRIDE @ MAIN
Monday, April 15, 4:30–5:30 p.m., Teen Space Watch Princess Bride while enjoying chocolate coated food. 14
BLDG 61 TOOLS & EQUIPMENT The following tools are 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. The following woodshop tools are 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 practice events.
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
THE MARIA ROGERS ORAL HISTORY PROGRAM @ CARNEGIE Our program documents Boulder County through oral-history interviews. The voices in our collection build an understanding of place, time, community, and diversity. Explore the digital archive: localhistory.boulderlibrary.org
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WORKSHOPS All workshops take place @ Main. *Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org
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*OLD SCHOOL FILM SCHOOL NEW SCHOOL FILM SCHOOL
Thursdays, February 21 & March 7 (none in April), 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. Email haertlingj@boulderlibrary.org for a time slot.
SEED TO TABLE 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: NATIVE POLLINATORS! Wednesday, February 13, 4–5:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room
Learn about native pollinators and how to encourage biodiversity in backyard ecosystems. Create a fun, colorful string of pollinator flags–a pollinator Valentine! Ages 8 to adult. Adult supervision required for children under 12.
*BEECHICAS: HOW TO BEE A GUERILLA GARDENER!
Wednesday, March 13, 4–5:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Learn how to increase pollinator forage in unexpected areas. Make seed bombs that will thrive in your lawns or for meadows. Learn how to successfully plant seeds for pollinators. Ages 8 to adult. Adult supervision required for children under 12.
*ADULTOLOGY: SLOW COOKED
Thursday, March 14, 6–7:30p.m., Boulder Creek Room Learn slow cooking methods and dishes using up those winter storage vegetables. Highlighting braises, slow cookers and one pot meals.
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*BEECHICAS: ALL ABOUT HONEY
Wednesday, April 10, 4–5:30 p.m., Mt. Sanitas Room Get rid of plastic in your lunch box, and make reusable beeswax infused food pouches. Learn about plastic in our oceans, rivers, and bodies, and how you can help improve our health and ecosystem. Ages 8 to adult. Adult supervision required for children under 12.
*ADULTOLOGY: VEGETABLE GARDENS
Thursday, April 11, 6–7:30 p.m., Boulder Creek Room Learn methods and techniques to ensure you have a happy, healthy and productive garden for the 2019 season.
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 drop-in hours. The space is closed during unscheduled times. *Register for classes at bldg61.org
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OPEN STUDIO & LIMITED SHOP ACCESS Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 4–7 p.m. & Saturdays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
The perfect time to see the makerspace in action and to work on your own projects. For information on what equipment is available during this event, see the box at the bottom of the page. All ages welcome, but kids 13 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 1–4 p.m. During these sessions, BLDG 61’s woodshop is available for small woodworking projects and specific tool training. Instructors are available for advice and guidance on personal projects during these one-on-one sessions. Ages 14+.
Gain access to BLDG 61’s ShopBot CNC Machine by registering for this mandatory tool operation and safety training. Once you have completed this orientation, you are free to register for use of the machine through scheduled Guided Practice sessions. Ages 14+.
*CNC GUIDED PRACTICE
After completing your Tool Orientation, you are free to register for access to BLDG 61’s CNC Machine during these Guided Practice events. Makerspace staff are available for advice and guidance on personal projects during these sessions. Ages 14+.
*MAKER MONDAYS
*LASER CUTTING TOOL ORIENTATION
Select Mondays, Various Times
Select Sundays, 12–2 p.m.
Gain access to BLDG 61’s laser cutters by registering for this mandatory tool operation and safety training. Once you have completed this orientation, you are free to register for use of the laser cutters through scheduled Guided Practice sessions. Ages 14+.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 1–6:30 p.m. & Select Saturdays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Select Sundays, 3–5 p.m.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 1–3:30 p.m. & Select Saturdays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
*SHOP 61
*LASER CUTTING GUIDED PRACTICE
*CNC MACHINE TOOL ORIENTATION
After completing your Tool Orientation, you are free to register for access to BLDG 61’s laser cutters during these Guided Practice events. Makerspace staff is available for advice and guidance on personal projects during these sessions. Ages 14+.
A variety of projects presented by a changing cast of instructors in a range of maker mediums. Frequent topics include digital fabrication, electronics, and fiber arts. Full details for each week’s Monday event can be found on the website.
*SEWING REBELLION
Select Sundays, 2:30–5:30 p.m. Learn to sew, mend, and alter garments in this monthly event hosted by the Colorado Sewing Rebellion. Materials and equipment are provided to complete a beginner level sewing project each month. Ages 10+. Join the Rebellion!
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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