How a Book Grows Up to Become a Library Book

Every single item borrowed from the Library has a very special story to tell. It’s a coming-of-age story that begins when the book is a small unknown creature waiting anxiously on a publisher’s shelf to be given the opportunity to grow up to reach its full potential: a library book! The process of nurturing that …

Survive College Admissions Mania with Resources from Your Library

Preparing for college can be an exciting and daunting task: from taking the required entrance exams to submitting a stellar application to applying for financial aid. Did you know that the Library District has a variety of resources available to help you (and your parents) through the process? In addition to visiting with school counselors …

20+ Reasons to Use the Library to Start Your Business

“What? I never knew the library had these things!” It’s a statement Poudre River Public Library District librarians hear a lot when it comes to our business, nonprofit, and entrepreneur services. Many people think the library is just about children’s storytimes or book clubs (which we have!); but in fact, we have an expansive collection …

20 Unconventional & Inspirational Reads for the New Year

Looking for positive inspiration or guidance as you head into 2018? Go to the Library! Our collection of books and other materials offer a wide range of perspectives, religious principles, and spiritual support for whatever interests you. We’ve created a book list with 20 unconventional and inspirational reads that we hope spark new ideas and …

This is Not a “Best Of” List of Books to Read

As the end of 2017 draws near, we’re inevitably inundated with “Best of 2017” lists: best movies, best songs, best albums, best inventions, best books, best bunch of lists. Here at the Library District, we thought it would be more useful to share a “Favorite Book” list because you might be interested to know what …