Read a banned or challenged book between September 1 and October 10, and get entered into the grand prize drawing for a $50 Bonfire gift card to use for library swag. Earn up to three entries. Three winners will be contacted the week of October 12. Celebrate your freedom to read and let books be! Complete this reading challenge exclusively on our Beanstack site. Pre-registration begins August 10. Learn more about using Beanstack. Bonus! Mark your calendar to attend our "Let Books Be" Party on...
Get Your Ducks in a Row: What to Know for End-of-Life The first step to planning for the end of life is knowing what is helpful to do ahead of time. This is the first session in a six-part series that will feature in-depth monthly educational presentations. Attend any or all sessions. Advance Directives for Health Care Advance directives help you formally document your preferences and values to guide future medical care. Learn about medical health care directives including Medical Durable Pow...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
If you enjoy discovering new authors and genres and connecting with fellow book lovers, then the Old Town Book Club is for you. New members are always welcome. Please join us for a discussion of the Fort Collins Reads' book of the year One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad.
Old Town Library Art Gallery: Artists at Larimer County Jail and Creativity During Incarceration
poudrelibraries
During the months of September and October the Old Town Library Art Gallery is showcasing an exhibit of works created by artists who have been or are currently incarcerated at the Larimer County Jail. The exhibit: Artists at Larimer County Jail: Creativity During Incarceration is curated by Larimer County Programs Specialist Clint Burkholder who facilitates the artist space and arts programming at the jail. Please stop by anytime Old Town Library is open to view this inspiring exhibit on our...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
This month for the Reading Rainbow: LGBTQ+ Book Club we'll be reading and discussing Archive of Unknown Universes by Ruben Reyes Jr. Join us in-person at Old Town Library. These discussions are free and open to the public, but the organizer requires register to receive an invitation and information on getting a copy of the book. Book Information: Cambridge, 2018. Ana and Luis’s relationship is on the rocks, despite their many similarities, including their mothers who both fled El Salvador during the war. I...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Move your body. Ignite your brain. Have fun! Ageless Grace® is a playful brain and body fitness program based on the science of neuroplasticity: the brain’s ability to change and grow at any age. Using 21 simple and fun exercises, performed seated in a chair, participants activate all five brain functions through lively, everyday movements. Perfect for all ages and abilities, Ageless Grace helps improve: - Joint mobility & flexibility - Balance & coordination - Memory, focus & cognitive agili...
Need individual help with your tech and devices? One of our library staff members is here to offer 1-to-1 support for your technology issues. Bring your mobile devices or tech questions you'd like assistance with. These sessions are first-come, first-served, and sign-up is located just inside the large meeting room.
CSU's SpeakOut! program is hosting a drop-in workshop that is open to new and experienced writers who would like to create and share stories, experiences, and ideas through writing. Poems, life stories, fiction, drama, and lyrics are all welcome. Prompts, inspiration, and writing materials will be provided. Themes for this month to be announced. This program will be held on the puzzle table in the open "Treehouse"/ Art Gallery area on Old Town Library's second floor. This workshop will be fac...
Paper People is a monthly creative meetup centered on paper, connection, and low-pressure making. We meet on the first Wednesday of every month and provide fun, basic supplies in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Each month features a different paper-related craft, introduced with a short, easy tutorial. Come by to create, connect, and have fun! This Month: We'll make mini accordion books!
The Declaration of Independence at 250: A Film-Meets-History Exploration of the Musical, 1776
poudrelibraries
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with this engaging look back at the Second Continental Congress and how the risks and rewards facing the Founders still resonate today. The centerpiece of our inquiry is the classic film musical 1776, along with new sources currently available as part of America’s Semiquincentennial. In addition to the movie, we will explore the events, challenges, and personalities of both the Declaration’s signers and other members of society including pamphleteers, women,...
Curious about VR and how it works? Explore new immersive worlds using the library's VR sets. Choose a favorite virtual experience: create custom artwork, experience a supernova, dance with a robot, swim with sharks, or relax and immerse yourself in a nature landscape. Library staff and volunteers will be here to guide you through your first VR steps. Snacks and refreshments provided. Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome if space allows. For ages 10+.
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Join Alison to learn more about how to best support urban tree health. There will be a focus on watering and mulch, with a brief discussion on species selection.
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Quaking aspens and ponderosa pines, golden eagles and yellow-bellied marmots come quickly to mind when thinking about Colorado wildlife. Our wildlife community, however, includes various animals, fungi, and plants that exist in the shadows of our celebrity wildlife; and many of them lead extraordinary lives that make them quite interesting. Yes, animals eat plants; but amazingly, we also have six plants and some mushrooms that eat animals! We have wildflowers that trap their pollinators and s...
Old Town Library Art Gallery: Artists at Larimer County Jail and Creativity During Incarceration
poudrelibraries
During the months of September and October the Old Town Library Art Gallery is showcasing an exhibit of works created by artists who have been or are currently incarcerated at the Larimer County Jail. The exhibit: Artists at Larimer County Jail: Creativity During Incarceration is curated by Larimer County Programs Specialist Clint Burkholder who facilitates the artist space and arts programming at the jail. Please stop by anytime Old Town Library is open to view this inspiring exhibit on our...
Tai Chi Chih is mindful movement that’s great for your mental and physical well-being! Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month for an hour of meditative movement. Free to everyone - all are welcome!
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
CSU's SpeakOut! program is hosting a drop-in workshop that is open to new and experienced writers who would like to create and share stories, experiences, and ideas through writing. Poems, life stories, fiction, drama, and lyrics are all welcome. Prompts, inspiration, and writing materials will be provided. Themes for this month to be announced. This program will be held on the puzzle table in the open "Treehouse"/ Art Gallery area on Old Town Library's second floor. This workshop will be fac...
Grab a cool drink and join our book club from your porch! This virtual book club focuses on cozy, warm, and hopeful reads. This month we'll be reading and discussing An Accident of Dragons by Cheri Radke.
What’s important about sleep, and why should we be talking about it? Occupational therapist Natalie Rolle will explain why understanding sleep physiology is important and describe changes in sleep as we age. She will outline the key components of treatment options, such as Stimulus Control (a monotherapy) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia. This class will also help you understand how daily activities, roles, habits, routines, daily balance, stress management, substances, planning, d...
The Declaration of Independence at 250: A Film-meets-History Exploration of the Musical, 1776
poudrelibraries
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with this engaging look back at the Second Continental Congress and how the risks and rewards facing the Founders still resonate today. The centerpiece of our inquiry is the classic film musical 1776, along with new sources currently available as part of America’s Semiquincentennial. In addition to the movie, we will explore the events, challenges, and personalities of both the Declaration’s signers and other members of society including pamphleteers, women,...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Have you neglected that beautiful guitar hanging on your wall? Is the only song you know "Wonderwall"? Are you looking for a free space to learn and jam with others? Join us at Old Town library for Old Town Guitar Circle. We will play along with different songs, explore guitar techniques, and jam with one another! Beginner, intermediate, and advanced players are all welcome. Mandolins, banjos, and ukuleles are welcomed, however please note that materials, play-alongs, and chords will only be...
Come join our sit-and-stitch! Do you have some knitting or crochet projects you are working on, or a cross-stitch sampler? Are you embroidering, sewing, beading, or creating friendship bracelets? Will the presence of others help you finally tackle the part you are stuck on? If you want to work on your project and enjoy the company of other crafters while you are at it, come join us at Council Tree Library! This event is drop-in and BYOP (bring-your-own-project), though we will have some basic...
Have you explored basic genealogy records like the census and vital records, and are wondering what to do next? Intermediate Genealogy: Part 1 will help you move beyond the basics and dig deeper into your family history research. In this class, you will learn how to properly cite your sources, and how to access and interpret the following record types in depth: census records, church and government vital records, cemetery records, military records, and newspaper obituaries. You'll also become...
Tell It Like It Was: Getting to the Heart of the Stories that Stay With Us
poudrelibraries
You don’t remember everything. But you remember specific moments—clearly, sometimes unexpectedly. A conversation. A decision. A moment that shifted something, even if you didn’t realize it at the time. These are the stories worth telling. In this interactive 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to shape those meaningful moments into compelling personal stories. We’ll explore what makes a story engaging, how to focus on what matters, and how to uncover the deeper meaning within your experiences....
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Peas and Thank You: Free Produce and Vegetable Garden Share
poudrelibraries
Sharing is caring! Bring your garden overflow of vegetables, fruits, and flowers to share with others. Anyone can come and pick up free food or share their fruits, vegetables, and flowers. We're partnering with the Larimer County Master Gardeners and the Grow & Give project. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer your gardening questions and guide you to helpful resources from CSU Extension! Master Gardeners are always available via email at larimermg@gmail.com. What can I bring? You can...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Dementia: Latest Research, Risk Reduction, and Resource Navigation
poudrelibraries
Get Your Ducks in a Row: What to Know for End-of-Life The first step to planning for the end of life is knowing what is helpful to do ahead of time. This is the second session in a six-part series that will feature in-depth monthly educational presentations. Attend any or all sessions. Dementia: latest research, risk reduction, and resource navigation Learn about the latest developments in dementia research, including risk factors, early detection, and available treatment options. We’ll also...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Need individual help with your tech and devices? One of our library staff members is here to offer 1-to-1 support for your technology issues. Bring your mobile devices or tech questions you'd like assistance with. These sessions are first-come, first-served, and sign-up is located just inside the large meeting room.
This month, we'll discuss Flights by Olga Tokarczuk. As summer travels wind down, come discuss a novel about travel itself. A genre-bending, globe-spanning meditation on movement, the body, and what it means to be a wanderer. Winner of the International Booker Prize.
Join Dr. Margaret Eagan, a board-certified endocrinologist and lifestyle medicine practitioner, for an engaging discussion on bone health, osteopenia, and osteoporosis. In this session, Dr. Eagen will cover what osteopenia and osteoporosis are and how they are diagnosed, key lifestyle changes that can help prevent bone loss and support stronger bones, an overview of medical treatments available to prevent fractures and slow disease progression, and how to monitor bone health over time and whe...
Have you ever been curious about Japanese mahjong? Join Riichi NoCo, the largest Japanese mahjong club in Colorado, for a free two-hour monthly introduction to Riichi mahjong! You'll explore the tiles, learn how to build a winning hand, follow the flow of a game, make calls, and discover the conditions ("Yaku") needed to win. All skill levels are welcome, and no experience is necessary. We'll start from square one together!
Learn the basics of sewing while creating a set of beautiful, quilted coasters! In this hands-on workshop, you will master sewing machine fundamentals—including threading, stitching, and basic machine maintenance. To foster a collaborative and supportive environment, participants will share a sewing machine with a partner. Perfect for absolute beginners or anyone needing a quick refresher, this interactive class ensures you leave with a finished project and the confidence to start your next s...
Explore AI options to streamline your workflow, helping you brainstorm, write emails and reports, and create documents. We'll look at several different AI platforms and try some projects to introduce you to AI capabilities and how they can help you in the workplace, school, or with projects.
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
For September's meeting, we will be celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15) with the theme Hispanic Authors. You can choose a book in any genre or format.
CSU's SpeakOut! program is hosting a drop-in workshop that is open to new and experienced writers who would like to create and share stories, experiences, and ideas through writing. Poems, life stories, fiction, drama, and lyrics are all welcome. Prompts, inspiration, and writing materials will be provided. Themes for this month to be announced. This program will be held on the puzzle table in the open "Treehouse"/ Art Gallery area on Old Town Library's second floor. This workshop will be fac...
The Declaration of Independence at 250: A Film-meets-History Exploration of the Musical, 1776
poudrelibraries
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with this engaging look back at the Second Continental Congress and how the risks and rewards facing the Founders still resonate today. The centerpiece of our inquiry is the classic film musical 1776, along with new sources currently available as part of America’s Semiquincentennial. In addition to the movie, we will explore the events, challenges, and personalities of both the Declaration’s signers and other members of society including pamphleteers, women,...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Learn about the top scams Coloradans are reporting to the AARP ElderWatch helpline, so you can avoid becoming the next scam victim and protect your personal/financial information. This presentation includes a section specifically about AI scams.
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Build your digital skills with: - Using your smartphone - Accessing websites and online accounts - Online communications like email and social media - Where and how to learn specific creative/professional software - Obtaining a device or connecting to the internet - Using, saving, and editing files - And more! *Please note we help community members learn how to use and troubleshoot their own devices; we are unable to provide tech support or repair assistance. Technology is constantly evolving...
Emergency and Disaster Basics with the City of Fort Collins
poudrelibraries
Looking to improve your readiness for potential emergencies and disasters? Join the City of Fort Collins Emergency Management Department to gain a deeper understanding of emergency response systems and personal safety measures. We'll cover the basic strategic frameworks used by emergency management professionals and the essential practices for personal preparedness for emergencies and disasters.
Get Your Ducks in a Row: What to Know for End-of-Life The first step to planning for the end of life is knowing what is helpful to do ahead of time. This is the third session in a six-part series that will feature in-depth monthly educational presentations. Attend any or all sessions. Legal & Estate Planning A thoughtful goal-directed estate planning process results in documents that communicate your wishes simply and clearly. This presentation will consider the importance of powers of attorn...
Tai Chi Chih is mindful movement that’s great for your mental and physical well-being! Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month for an hour of meditative movement. Free to everyone - all are welcome!
Have a personal story that almost works? One that doesn’t quite land? Come to The Drop-In Story Lab, a 90-minute, drop-in storytelling session where we turn true and personal everyday moments into stories people want to hear. The Drop-In Story Lab is where stories get unstuck, cleaned up, and brought to life. Each month brings a new theme—and a chance to learn the essentials of great storytelling: what to include, what to cut, and why anyone should care. Sessions start with a lesson on what m...
Free Thursday evening concerts on the outdoor stage in Old Town Square, put on by the Bohemian Foundation through the summer. All local and regional bands. The square fills with lawn chairs and families.
The city's own calendar lists arts, recreation, and outdoor programs across the year, beyond the big festivals. A practical place to plan a week. Updated by the city departments that run the programs.
802 W. Drake Fort Collins, CO 80526 Northwest corner of West Drake Road and Worthington. Off street parking for vendors and customers. · Fort Collins, CO
MarketsHappens regularly
Drake Road Farmers Market
802 W. Drake Fort Collins, CO 80526 Northwest corner of West Drake Road and Worthington. Off street parking for vendors and customers.
On the first Friday of each month, downtown galleries and shops stay open late for a self-guided art walk. A companion Foodie Walk does the same with tastings. An easy way to wander Old Town after dark.
A two-week dining event each spring where downtown restaurants offer special menus, often with a portion going to a local cause. A good excuse to try several Old Town kitchens. Runs in early March.
The county farmers market runs Saturday mornings from mid-May through the end of October, with local produce, meat, bread, and flowers. A weekly ritual for a lot of households here. Easy walking from Old Town.
A summer concert series on the lawn at the Gardens on Spring Creek, with a mix of national and family acts. Bring a blanket and a picnic. A relaxed evening among the flowers.
A free Thursday evening concert series at Boardwalk Park in neighboring Windsor, just southeast of Fort Collins. Cover bands and local acts by the lake. A popular short drive for a summer night out.