Libraries to Begin Reopening with Grab-and-Go Service on July 13

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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 …

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Books to Empower & Foster Understanding about Race and Social Justice for Kids and Teens

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Four years ago, we shared a book list aimed at kids, tweens, and teens to help them understand and talk about social justice, race, and cultural awareness. It came on the heels of the shooting deaths of two black men in Louisiana and Minnesota, and soon after the shooting deaths of five Dallas police officers. …

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Reading = Community Support with the Reading Makes Cents FUNdraiser

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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 …

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From Once Upon a Time to Happily Ever After

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There is perhaps no beginning to a story filled with more magical possibilities than “once upon a time.” It’s an invitation to storm the castle, swim with mermaids, defeat dark forces, and fly with the winds. It whispers, “Come along with me. An adventure awaits.” We must defeat the ogres and rescue the villagers. We …

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