En Español Approved by the Library Commission on May 8, 2019 The Boulder Public Library welcomes and encourages children to use materials and services of the libraries. As libraries are essential to the lives of children, we strive to provide useful, safe and inviting spaces for youth in all our facilities. However, neither the library nor […]
About FAQ in English Preguntas frecuentes News Stories Additional Resources After delays, Boulder City Council is set to decide library funding method, The Boulder Daily Camera, May 17, 2021 Library advocates push for the city and county to consider a library district, Left Hand Valley Courier, Mar. 3, 2021 Boulder Public Library Funding Question Back […]
En Español Approved on May 8, 2019 by the Boulder Library Commission. Purpose: The Boulder Library Commission and the Library staff welcome you to the Boulder Public Library. We encourage your use of the library spaces, services and resources, and we are committed to providing a welcoming, clean, and comfortable space for our community. We […]
Thank you to our current volunteers, and we welcome new volunteers! The Boulder Public Library involves volunteers as part of our team to provide excellent programs and services for our community. We appreciate the dedication and commitment of volunteers. For Current Volunteers: Thank you for volunteering with us! Access the City of Boulder volunteer portal Count […]
About FAQ in English Preguntas frecuentes News Stories Additional Resources Versión Imprimible In English CÓMO SE FINANCIA LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE BOULDER? El presupuesto anual de la Biblioteca Pública de Boulder (BPL, por sus siglas en inglés) se financia de varias fuentes dentro de la estructura financiera de la ciudad. Fondos operativos El 83% viene […]
A Message from Library & Arts Director, David Farnan The plaque in the Arts Office at the Boulder Library reads simply; “Marcelee Gralapp brought the arts to this place.” Most who knew her say, “She was a force.” Many of her friends attest that she was one of the most generous and caring people they […]
About FAQ in English Preguntas frecuentes News Stories Additional Resources Printable Version [pdf] En Español What makes up the Boulder Public Library budget? The Boulder Public Library annual budget is funded by multiple sources within the city’s financial structure. Operating funds 83 percent from the city’s General Fund 15 percent from a 0.333 mill property […]
About FAQ in English Preguntas frecuentes News Stories Additional Resources Based on the community’s increased library use and request for expanded services in the 2018 Library Master Plan, it’s estimated that library funding will fall short by at least $3.2 million every year if sustainable funding is not provided moving forward. These shortfalls do not include […]
General Information about Presenting at the Boulder Public Library Boulder Public Library plans programs between 3-6 months in advance of presentation date. We receive a high volume of requests and are not able to respond directly to all submissions. If your program is of interest, our staff will contact you. Typically payment for programs ranges […]