Fort Collins Regional Library District
201 Peterson Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
(970) 221-6740
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HOLIDAY HOURS AND SCHEDULE CHANGES
All Libraries will be closed November 27, December 25 and January 1.
All Libraries will have a 5:00 pm early closure on December 24 and December 31.
There will be no Mother Goose Time during December, we will start up again in January.
No Storytimes at Main Library the weeks of December 17, 22 and 29 due to facility renovation.
No Storytimes at Harmony Library the weeks of December 22 and 29.
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SUBSCRIBE TO LIBRARY E-MAILING LISTS
The Library District sends out weekly e-mail updates every Wednesday about current events and happenings for kids, teens and adults offered through the Fort Collins Regional Library District. If you are interested in receiving these updates please subscribe today!
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WORRIED ABOUT THE ECONOMY? REDISCOVER YOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
Rising costs for food, gas and utilities mean people have to find ways to help their budget. But did you also realize a great way to keep within your budget is by using your library? Whether you need to learn computer skills, start your own business, find books and activities to engage your children, learn to do your own household or car repairs, the Fort Collins Regional Library District can help you find the information you need to get started.
As rising travel costs kept people closer to home this summer the Library District saw an all time high of over 10,000 kids, teens and adults who joined the free Summer Reading Program. More people used our online resources, and circulation in July reached an all time high of over 212,000 items!
Start now for the holidays by turning to your library for books on easy crafts, new recipes, and handmade gift ideas. Stimulate your imagination by participating in a History Comes Alive program; create community by joining a book club, or joining in on conversations about current events. Walk off those holiday goodies by walking with a neighbor to your closest library where you can warm up with some stimulating conversation about the newest books on the Here and Now shelf.
In looking toward the winter months, head to the library with the family where everyone can find something to do; read a magazine, listen to a story, get resource help on a homework assignment, learn more about a hobby, or find books, movies, or music to take home for those cold nights - all for free.
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NEW BRANCH LIBRARY IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
The new branch library on 2733 Council Tree Avenue in southeast Fort Collins is under construction! The branch will be a family-oriented facility and will emphasize the most popular materials and services the Library District offers. Watch it grow!
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A NOTE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
In the Spirit of Thanksgiving
During the busy holiday season, I like to take every opportunity to reflect on what really matters to me. Although family is at the top of the list, the fact that I live in such a beautiful community is part of my reasons to be glad and grateful for the life I enjoy. And I am thankful for the foresight and wisdom that was demonstrated when the Fort Collins Regional Library District was established two years ago. more...
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TEENS: JOIN THE IRS TEEN ADVISORY GROUP AT THE LIBRARY!
The Interesting Reader Society is a special group of young adults in grades 7-12 who meet monthly to talk mainly about books, and also about movies, music, and other topics of interest to teens.
Check it out at http://fcgov.com/library/irs.php.
For more information, call either of the Teen Librarians: Sue-Ellen Jones at 221-6380 or Diane Tuccillo at 204-8206; or come to the next IRS meeting.
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ANNIE WALK CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY - AUGUST 22, 2009
 "Annie" was a stray collie mix who was adopted by railroad workers in 1934. She spent her life as an unofficial ambassador to Fort Collins, greeting passengers at the train depot and bringing a bright, welcoming presence during the bleak years of the 1930's and 1940's. According to Phil Walker's Visions Along the Poudre Valley, everyone loved her. Newcomers were often amazed to see local people get off the train and run to greet the little dog before greeting their families. Today she is a cherished local legend and the bronze statue commemorating her memory will welcome visitors to the Main Library. Local artist Dawn Weimer created the 29" bronze statue which portrays a dog with a paw raised in greeting. Annie's gravesite, located on Mason Street, near the intersection of Laporte Avenue, is a historical landmark.
Each year in August the Friends of the Library celebrate Annie the Railroad Dog's birthday with the Annual Annie Walk in Library Park. The fun-filled morning starts with a 1.5 mile dog walk. Dogs and their owners will begin at Annie's statue in front of the Library, and walk to her former home at the historic railroad station on Mason Street. After the walk, Library Park hosts a dog carnival. Proceeds from the event are used to purchase children's books and materials.
Check out the book Annie, the railroad dog : "a true story" by Arlene Ahlbrandt and learn more about Annie.
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TAKE READING TO THE NEXT LEVEL: JOIN THE LIBRARY'S BOOK CLUB
If you've ever wished there were more pages in a favorite novel or regaled your friends with the delights of a particular author, consider joining up with the Library's Book Club.
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