I don’t actually remember the first time I came across the word “hygge.” It was at least two years ago. Probably as a hash-tagged term on some Instagram account. Or maybe it was after my aunt did one of those ancestry DNA tests and we all found out our Gaelic heritage is tied to Scandinavia. …
If you think you’re noticing a lot more facial hair on the men around town, you’re not imagining things. November is the month for the ‘mo (aka mustache) and bringing awareness to men’s health issues. The Movember Foundation is in its 11th year of leading efforts to change the face of men’s health in the …
Halloween is right around the corner and that means trick-or-treating, jack-o-lanterns, scary stories, and of course, candy. As you sneak tiny candy bars from your kids’ hard-earned Halloween stash, be sure to also sink your teeth into some bite-sized reads, perfect for the scary season. These short story collections give you a perfect treat without …
By now you’ve probably heard about the upcoming Fort Collins Book Festival, a free two-day literary festival that happening October 19 and 20 throughout downtown Fort Collins. Whether this is your third year in a row attending the event, or it’s your first time venturing out to the festival, we’re certain that you’ll enjoy the …
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Today is National Read a Book Day which, for booklovers, is like winning the lottery! It’s an entire day dedicated to reading. The day is observed annually on September 6, though many of us choose to celebrate this day year round! For some bookish inspiration, a few of our library staff offer reading recommendations to …
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