Guest blog by Christian Knoll Dementia is something many people are familiar with. It is a disease characterized by memory loss, forgetfulness, and behavior change. More than 5 million Americans over the age of 65 are diagnosed with dementia, with one-in-ten people over 65 developing the disease. While there is no known cure dementia, support in managing its […]
Poudre River Public Library District is joining libraries nationwide for September’s Library Card Signup Month, a time to remind parents, caregivers, and students that a library card is the first step towards academic achievement and lifelong learning. A Poudre River Public Library card opens a world of infinite possibilities through resources and services that give […]
If you ever get the chance to meet Shantel Hansen, it will be clear from the start that she has a true passion for the people and the subject matter in her documentary, Her Turf. The independent, short film follows three female football referees as they attempt to level the playing field and find success […]
Library Exhibit Highlights Historic Lunar Mission It was early morning on Wednesday, July 16, 1969. By all accounts, the weather was calm and beautiful. Apollo 11 sat atop its powerful Saturn V launch rocket on Launch Pad 39A at the John F. Kennedy Space Center. At 6:45 a.m. EDT, American astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, […]
As you explore A Universe of Stories this summer, we’d like to add another storytelling format to your list: Podcasts! The rise in numbers of Americans who now listen to podcasts has increased considerably in the just past year. A CBS News poll from January 2019 showed that “two-thirds of Americans listen to podcasts at […]
