When the Library District created its 2019-2022 Strategic Plan, it reflected the various needs of our community and identified ways to anticipate and respond to changes through library services, programs, and collections. What we did not anticipate was a global pandemic drastically impacting public health and the economy; changing how we all go about work, […]
Write an Ode to Colorado Beer

Calling all poets Ode: A lyric poem in the form of an address to a particular subject, often elevated in style or manner and written in varied or irregular meter. Often sung. The 2020 Fort Collins (Virtual) Book Festival celebrates 5 years of showcasing Fort Collins’ favorite pastimes: craft beer, music, food, science & technology, […]
Libraries to Begin Reopening with Grab-and-Go Service on July 13

District’s libraries will resume limited service as next step in phased reopening (FORT COLLINS, Colo.) – Poudre River Public Library District plans to reopen its three libraries for grab-and-go service on Monday, July 13. After a temporary four-month closure to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the library buildings will reopen with modified hours and […]
Renovated Library Park Playground Opens to the Public

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020, something remarkable happened. The City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation opened all playground and park amenities to the public. Without fanfare, the newly-renovated playground at Library Park officially welcomed its first families to come and play. Community residents had the opportunity in early 2019 to provide guidance in the […]
Reading = Community Support with the Reading Makes Cents FUNdraiser

Stay motivated to read this summer AND benefit the community at the same time! The time you spend reading = money for COVID-19 community relief! “Reading Makes Cents” is a new reading fundraiser, sponsored by the Poudre River Friends of the Library, that combines the love of reading with helping the community. “We’re excited to […]