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Poudre River Public Library District News - October 25, 2023

Schools and Libraries

October 26, 2023

From: Main Library - Poudre River Public Library District

Book Sale!

Drop by Harmony Library this weekend to find bargains galore on a fantastic selection of books. Friday 10/27 9 AM - 6 PM, Saturday 10/28 9 AM - 5 PM, Sunday 10/29 Noon - 4PM. All profits are donated to Poudre Libraries!

Featured Happenings

Fall Baking

Find cake pans, cookie cutters, and other baking supplies for all of your cozy fall bakes in our collection.

Gadgets + Things Collection

3D Printing

Looking to get creative with 3D Printing? Use Old Town Library’s 3D Printing set-up! Fees apply.

More about 3D Printing

upcoming programs

see the full online events calendar

Thursday, October 26 
History Comes Alive performed at FRCC 
1:00 PM @ Harmony Library 

Teenage mother, behind-the-scenes supporter of social reform, and English writer Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley may be best known as the author of Frankenstein, but there’s so much more to learn about her!  

Thursday, October 26 
Conversations in English 
7:00 PM, Via Zoom

Speak, listen, connect, and learn in this informal setting for English language learners to practice their English and connect with others through conversations on relevant everyday topics. Registration Required.

Friday, October 27 
Harmony in the Round Music Concert - 50 Shades of Blue 
7:00 PM @ Harmony Library 

Funkilicious Blues performed by the 50 Shades of Blue trio will fill Harmony Library with the sound of music!

Saturday, October 28 
Sandwich Generation Caregiver Support Group 
10:00 AM @ Harmony Library OR Via Zoom

Caring for parents or older family members with dementia while juggling our responsibilities can be overwhelming. Come together in person or virtually to release stress and feel understood. Led by the Alzheimer's Association.  

Saturday, October 28 
Library to Go: Computer & Technology Classes 
3:00 PM @ Council Tree Library 

Learn to use the digital resources of the library for use at home or on the go. Bring your own device and we will show you the rest. Registration Required.  

Monday, October 30 
Pan de Muerto relleno de atole de calabaza / Day of the Dead bread with a pumpkin atole filling 
6:30 PM, Via Zoom 

¡Celebra y aprende más del Día de Muertos en familia! En esta clase para niños y adultos, aprenderás a preparar pan de muerto relleno de atole de calabaza con el panadero mexicano Eliceo Lara. Regístrate para recibir la lista de ingredientes y el enlace a Zoom.

In this class for kids and adults, you will learn how to make Day of the Dead bread with a pumpkin atole filling with Mexican baker Eliceo Lara. Sign up to receive the list of ingredients and the Zoom link. 

Wednesday, November 1 
Composer Talks with the Fort Collins Symphony 
12:00 PM @ Old Town Library 

Enjoy enlightening lectures from before each Signature Concert played by the Fort Collins Symphony. Learn intimate aspects of the composers' lives, their times, and works. Led by the Friends of the Symphony.

Wednesday, November 1 
Online Safety with a Crime Prevention Expert 
6:00 PM @ Old Town Library 

Have you ever wondered how secure your online world truly is? Join an expert in scam prevention from Larimer County's Department as they share "Pro Tips" for staying safe online.  

Thursday, November 2 
"Fifth Brain Collective" Writing Workshops with Frankie Rollins 
6:30 PM @ Harmony Library 

Join Frankie Rollins, a published local author for this series of four generative writing workshops for adults who are interested in writing and/or established writers. Register in advance.

a craft…

In “Halloween Jewelry” you’ll learn how to make a cool leather cuff and dangly jack-o-lantern earrings with artist Allie Silverstein.

craft on creativebug

and a movie!!!

”My Friend Dahmer” follows awkward, adolescent Jeffrey Dahmer – before he became one of America’s most infamous serial killers. Based on the acclaimed graphic novel, this is the haunting, sad, funny, true story of Dahmer in high school.

watch on Kanopy