“We’re Here for You”: Serving Our Community in New Ways

During this unprecedented time and as we all practice safe, social distancing, we want you to know that your Poudre River Public Libraries are here for you. Library staff are stepping up right now in ways you might not even realize. While some of our work is visible on our website and social media platforms, …

Start Up to Succeed, not to Fail. The Library Can Help!

It’s exciting when the eureka moment happens. The instance when a brilliant idea surfaces and you think, “I have something here. This could be big.” But taking that idea to action is complicated. It’s not enough to have a brilliant idea or to be passionate about your goal. It takes planning, research, and a supportive …

Love the Library? Apply to Our Library Academy

It’s February and love is in the air. Including #LibraryLove! If you’ve ever remarked, “I loooooooove the library,” then our new Poudre River Public Library Academy might make your heart skip a beat! We’re launching our first-ever Library Academy, a six-week course where participants get a unique opportunity for an insider’s view of Library programs, …

Library Resources and Services Boost Startups and Small Business

Not everyone thinks of the public library when starting a business. Yet, it’s the radical collaboration among entrepreneurs, the Library, and our strategic partners that continues to foster local economic development. Poudre River Public Libraries have just about everything a 21st century entrepreneur might need: work space, Internet access, reference materials and research databases, and …

Free Genealogy Services Through the Library

Guest blog by Christian Knoll Since 1974, the Larimer County Genealogical Society has helped those who are interested in their family history get in touch with their roots. Driven to learn and share their interest of genealogy with others, members of this nonprofit organization offer free genealogy classes and learning programs available through the Poudre …