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Let Freedom Read Challenge
Complete the challenge (and log your badges in Beanstack) by October 31 to be entered in a prize drawing. Three winners will receive a Banned Books Swag Bag!
Snack and Craft
Evie @University Village - Bilingual English/Arabic Storytime
Explore stories with Poudre Libraries! Storytellers from throughout the District share engaging books, songs, fingerplays, crafts and more! This program is recommended for families with children under age 6, but all ages are welcome.
UNIVERSITY VILLAGE APARTMENTS, 1700 W. PLUM ST. BY THE PARK)
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اكتشفوا قصص مع مكتبات بودر! يشارك قصاص من المكتبة كتب ,أغاني ,الحرف اليدوية وأكثر من ذلك. يوصي بهذا البرنمج للعائلات التي لديها أطفال تحت 6 سن, ولكننا نؤهل بجميع الأعمار.
أيام الإثنين: 25 سبتمبر و 9 أكتوبر
شقق القرية الجامعيّة
شارع بلوم الغربي رقم 1700
جمب الحديقة
What Library services are offered through Evie?
When you visit Evie, you can do almost everything you could do at one of our branch libraries. You can check materials out, you can return materials from any branch, you can get a library card. We can help you put materials on hold or check the status of your holds, but we don’t deliver holds – you will have to pick those up at one of the branches.
You can
also print, use our WiFi, or check out a Chromebook kit. We will often
have storytimes or an activity or craft. And we are always happy to help
you find your next great read. We hope to see you soon!
Snack and Craft
Experience the Eclipse
Walking Tour of the Holy Family Neighborhood: Hispanic History in Fort Collins / Recorrido a pie por el vecindario de Holy Family: La historia Hispana de Fort Collins
Walk through some of Fort Collins’ Hispanic/Latinx history in the
Holy Family neighborhood with the City of Fort Collins Historic Preservation
Services team. Hispanic Americans are part of the foundation of Fort Collins,
and this tour will explore the story of Hispanic/Latinx Americans in northern Colorado
through the experiences of those who made the Holy Family neighborhood west of
downtown Fort Collins their home. We’ll talk about what opportunities drew them
here, the challenges they faced, and why preserving the places where
their stories took place is important to us today.
Simultaneous interpretation to Spanish will be available.
Space is limited and advanced registration is required. The
tour will last approximately two hours.
Where
to meet: Washington Park, 300 block of Maple Street, north of City Hall
(by the basketball courts)
What to bring: comfortable shoes and
curiosity (water encouraged)
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Recorra parte de la historia Hispana/Latinx de Fort Collins en el vecindario de Holy Family con el equipo de Servicios de Preservación Histórica de la Ciudad de Fort Collins. Los Hispanos y Latinoamericanos son parte de la fundación de Fort Collins, y este recorrido explorará la historia de los Hispanos/Latinoamericanos en el norte de Colorado a través de las experiencias de quienes hicieron su hogar en el vecindario de Holy Family de Fort Collins. Hablaremos sobre las oportunidades que los atrajeron aquí, los desafíos que enfrentaron y por qué es importante para nosotros hoy preservar los lugares donde tuvieron lugar sus historias.
Se provee interpretación simultánea en español.
Dónde reunirse: Washington Park, cuadra 300 de Maple Street, al norte del Ayuntamiento (al lado de la cancha de basquetbol)
Qué se necesita: zapatos cómodos, agua y ganas de aprender.
Teen Council Leadership Committee
Teen Council Leadership Committee
The History and Continuing Tradition of Botanical Art
Snack and Craft
La Calavera Garbancera con Memo Plastilina
Ven a la biblioteca y celebra el Día de Muertos creando la icónica Calavera Garbancera en plastilina en este taller en español. El aclamado artista mexicano Guillermo Castellanos se conectará virtualmente para guiarte durante el proceso.
Para niños y niñas de 5 a 12 años. Todos los materiales serán proporcionados. Se requiere inscripción.
Jueves 19 de octubre, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Más información sobre el Día de Muertos en www.nocodiademuertos.org
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Come to the library and celebrate Day of the Dead by creating the iconic Calavera Garbancera using clay in this watch party where we will connect virtually with acclaimed Mexican artist Guillermo Castellanos. This workshop will be presented in Spanish.
For kids 5 to 12 years old. All materials provided. Registration required.
Thursday, October 19, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
More information about Day of the Dead on www.nocodiademuertos.org
Fall recipe inspiration: Cooking with Sapna
Get inspired by Fall-themed recipes in this virtual cooking class
with Sapna Von Reich! Sapna is a plant-based food educator with a
wealth of knowledge about nutrition and cooking. Join us over Zoom to learn
some breakfast and dinner recipes using seasonal produce, and feel free
to cook along!
In this virtual program, Sapna will provide a welcome &
overview, cooking demonstration and class discussion with Q&A to follow.
Related recipes will be sent to all registered participants a few days before the program, along with a required waiver/consent form. An electronic form will be emailed to you before the event.
Free to Read Book Club
Multi-generational Bad Art Night
Perfection is a myth – come do some myth-busting with us! Release your inner artist and let go of pressure for it to be “good” – instead let’s have fun and make some “bad” art! Zero skill is required, just bring your family and friends and creativity, and leave any judgement at the door. We will provide paints, feathers, glue, clay, magazines, etc. - all you need to provide is enthusiasm.
At the end we will set up a gallery of all our absurd creations to “ooh” and “ah”, and cast votes for your favorites in multiple categories. Winners will get places ribbons or medals and bragging rights.
For ages 12+. Registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided.
Crafternoon: Bring Your Own Project!
Do you have some hand-knits you are working on, or a cross-stitch sampler? Are you crocheting, sewing, beading, embroidering or creating friendship bracelets? Are you stuck on a new skill and want to ask if anyone else knows how to do Japanese short rows? If you want to work on your project and enjoy the company of other crafters while you are at it, come join us at Council Tree Library!
This event
is drop-in and BYOP (bring-your-own-project). Light refreshments will be provided.
Evie @University Village - Bilingual English/Arabic Storytime
Evie will join the bilingual English/Arabic Storytime at University Village Apartments.
What Library services are offered through Evie?
When you visit Evie, you can do almost everything you could do at one of our branch libraries. You can check materials out, you can return materials from any branch, you can get a library card. We can help you put materials on hold or check the status of your holds, but we don’t deliver holds – you will have to pick those up at one of the branches.
You can
also print, use our WiFi, or check out a Chromebook kit. We will often
have storytimes or an activity or craft. And we are always happy to help
you find your next great read. We hope to see you soon!
Teen Writers
Exploring Botanical Art Workshop
Exploring Botanical Art is
a companion to The History and Continuing Tradition of Botanical Art presentation on October 17.
In this workshop, participants will be introduced to some of the basic
watercolor techniques used in botanical painting. Beginner coloring
mixing, wet-in-wet watercolor washes, and finishing details with colored
pencils will be used to create a simple botanical composition that each
participant will take home. This is a fun and informative session designed
for everyone, no matter their level of skill or painting experience. Supplies are provided.
6 spots will be held for FRCC students!
The presenter Janet Vetter began studying botanical art in 2016. Janet’s paintings celebrate the annual appearance of many Rocky Mountain wildflowers, well-loved garden flowers and exotic orchid varieties. Janet is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) and the Rocky Mountain Society of Botanical Artists. Janet shares her watercolor compositions with audiences by entering regional shows and juried exhibits. You will often find her hiking on a mountain trail, exploring nature and looking for her next moment of inspiration.
The American Society of Botanical Artists is an organization of over 1300 members from more than 20 different countries worldwide. Its chapters and artist circles maintain active exhibition schedules and provide opportunities for artists to meet and learn.