15 Graphic Novels Set Across the Galaxy

Looking to expand your Universe of Stories this month? Why not try one of these space-themed graphic novels or comic book omnibuses? Not only do these books have amazing stories and characters, but they fit right into the summer reading theme. Don’t forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge: A Universe of Stories …

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing

Library Exhibit Highlights Historic Lunar Mission It was early morning on Wednesday, July 16, 1969. By all accounts, the weather was calm and beautiful. Apollo 11 sat atop its powerful Saturn V launch rocket on Launch Pad 39A at the John F. Kennedy Space Center. At 6:45 a.m. EDT, American astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, …

Call for Recipes! Participate in the “Community Recipes Collection”

Introducing the “Food for Thought Community Recipes Collection” What would a food-focused literary festival be without a cookbook or two? As part of our work with the Fort Collins Book Fest: Food for Thought, the Library District is creating a local, “digital cookbook” that features favorite recipes from the community and stories around food. Help …

“Houston, We Have a Podcast” and Other Recommendations

As you explore A Universe of Stories this summer, we’d like to add another storytelling format to your list: Podcasts! The rise in numbers of Americans who now listen to podcasts has increased considerably in the just past year. A CBS News poll from January 2019 showed that “two-thirds of Americans listen to podcasts at …

Around Town with the Library Book Bike

The Library District’s book, the REO Readwagon, will be around town this summer at storytimes, outdoor music concerts, community events, and other unexpected locations. If you see us, be sure to stop by to say “Hello!” and grab a picture with the new book bike. 2019 Summer Schedule* June Friday, June 710:30 – 11AM The …