Thanks to Jewels Hall, Old Town Library, for contributing this post. I’m guilty. I logged in to Netflix just to watch the latest episode, and BAM! The next thing I know, hours have passed while I sat on my butt, binge watching a favorite TV show and snacking on junk food. But now I’ve found […]
Americans Elias Howe and Isaac Singer are frequently credited as pioneers of the modern sewing machine. Though the very first patent for a complete sewing machine was granted in 1790 to English inventor Thomas Saint, it wasn’t until the mid-1800s – when Howe and Singer each made significant improvements in the design, capabilities, and marketing […]
If you’ve talked with the librarians throughout the Poudre River Public Library District, then you know how highly skilled they are in connecting you with great books and the information and resources you need. But, sometimes the staff encounters library users with more complex or urgent needs: a place to live, a nutritious meal, mental […]
The library is a place where everyone belongs! Age, gender, religion, language, or even where you stand on Batman vs. Superman or if you root for Team Jacob or Team Edward. It doesn’t matter! You’re welcome at the library. The Poudre River Public Library District embraces diversity and strives to provide universal access to ideas […]
If you’ve ever referred to your personal reading list as your “listen list” then you’re probably a fan of audiobooks! But, if you aren’t a regular audiobook user, then June’s Audiobook Appreciation Month is the perfect time to check them out. With the widespread use and convenience of smartphones and tablets, audiobooks have grown significantly […]
