Is it hard for you to go anywhere without headphones? Are you always on the lookout for the next great band? Do you save money to go to concerts, and keep close tabs on upcoming shows? The library can be a wonderful resource for music—and it’s not just on CDs anymore. The Poudre River Public […]
Summer Reading: Cool Reads for Hot Days

Of all the joys that summer brings including ball games, gardening, and swimming, one of my favorites is quietly relaxing and slowing down with a good book, preferably in the shade of a tree. Like me though, you’ve likely heard the saying, “So many books, so little time” and you wonder not only when you’ll […]
5 Ways to Avoid the “Summer Slide” and Keep Kids Reading

School’s almost out for summer, and teachers and parents everywhere are already talking about how to prevent children from experiencing the dreaded “summer slide.” Here are some fun ways to keep your child’s reading levels up during the summer months. 1. Join a summer reading program A summer reading program is a fantastic way to […]
How I Made a Movie with My iPad in Under an Hour

Hello, and welcome to the Poudre River Public Library District’s blog! My name is Kristen and I am the Digital Literacy Librarian here at the Poudre River Public Library District. My job is to help people learn how to use new technologies appropriately and effectively, whether it is job related or simply for fun. It […]
What’s the “A” All About?

Many times I have had visiting friends and family ask me what that giant “A” up on the hill is all about. Of course I am happy to divulge the tale of the white symbol above our city, but I also wonder how many of our locals may not really know what that “A” is […]