Check Out Human “Books” at the Living Library Book Fair

This is the second in a series highlighting the diverse human Books at the Living Library Book Fair. You’ve probably heard about it by now: The Living Library event happening on Saturday, February 2 at Old Town Library. If you’re interested in participating in the day-long event as a “Reader” of one or more the …

Diverse Collection of Human “Books” Share Personal Stories

This is the first in a series highlighting the unique human Books at the Living Library Book Fair. Poudre River Public Library District will hold its first ever Living Library event on Saturday, February 2 at Old Town Library. The Living Library Book Fair features nearly two dozen human “Books” who will meet with small …

Lifelong Learning and Community Connections for Older Adults

People who embrace Fort Collins and Larimer County during the latter phase of life are not your stereotypical older adults and retirees. They’re active, engaged, educated, and awesome! They’re drawn to the region for its beautiful weather, booming arts and culture scene, outdoor recreational activities, distinct restaurants and breweries, and bustling, diverse communities. For today’s …

Ring in the New Year with a New Job

New Year, New You! We hear that phrase at the beginning of every year as people write down New Year’s resolutions. Exercise more, lose weight, spend less time on social media, read more books, eat kale, the list goes on and on. During this period of self-reflection and resolution-setting, don’t forget to consider your job! …

Invent, Create, and Learn with Free/Shared Resources and Spaces

From the Gadgets & Things Collection to Makerspaces to a Tool Lending Library and More! Poudre River Public Library District embraced the “sharing economy” model long before the phrase officially entered the Oxford English Dictionary in 2015 by providing our community with access to free and shared resources, spaces, and services. What began with books, …