For many local elementary and middle school students, the 2016-17 school year started with an exciting personal reading challenge: to read 40 books, from across a variety of genres, by the end of the school year! While 40 books might seem like a lofty goal, if these readers are anything like the ones the Library …
Public libraries have always been a community’s access point to information and learning: obtaining books or journal articles, attending educational presentations, participating in civic discussions, joining in storytimes and reading activities. But, in today’s digital media age, the access point to information is increasingly through the internet and on devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops. …
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Avast, me hearties! It be International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Aye, today be the one day o’ year me and me mates don’t sound out of the ordinary. E’eryone be talkin’ like me today. The art o’ pirate language began to be officially recognized in 1995 when John Baur (Ol’ Chumbucket) and Mark Summers …
Whether you’re starting a nonprofit from scratch, or you’re just looking to fund a specific community project or event, finding and applying for foundation grants can be an overwhelming process – especially if you don’t have a seasoned grant writer at your beck and call. For some nonprofits, just finding appropriate grant providers can feel …
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Did you know that your Poudre River Public Library District Card is your ticket to opportunity? Not only do you get access to free books, music, and movies through the Poudre River Libraries, you also get discounts and benefits at Fort Collins-area businesses through our “Flash Your Card” program! Looking for a great lunch …
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