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Check out our book & discussion groups

Conversations in English

There is a book and discussion group for YOU at the library. We host an Arabic literature club, poetry workshops, Boulder world affairs discussions, citizenship classes, Spanish conversation practice, and so much more! Our book clubs and discussion groups are a place where people of similar and different minds can come together to have productive, […]

Kanopy Kids streaming video

Kanopy for Kids

Libary Cardholders have unlimited plays on Kanopy Kids! The Kanopy streaming service that is available to all library cardholders has kids’ programs and parental controls. Developmentally appropriate age ratings are provided by Common Sense Media™ for videos on Kanopy Kids. Kanopy Kids can be used on iOS, Android, Roku, Chromecast, Apple TV and Amazon Fire […]

Skaters to land new tricks soon at Main Library

Computer generated image of skater in park design

After installing a new skate park at Valmont City Park, installing a mini skate area at Howard Heuston Park, and expanding the skate park at Scott Carpenter Park last year, the city’s not done putting in skate features in where the community can use them. Next stop for your crew: the Main Library. Starting mid-February, […]

Book a Bike

bcycle station at Main Library

Available at the Main Library We are partnering with BCycle for our Book A Bike service. Visit the accounts desk at the Main Library. Our staff will check out to you a BCycle fob with directions on how to use the bike. At the end of every 60-minute trip, return the bike to any Boulder […]

Creekside Play Area

Now Open! After a long year of construction, the Creekside Playground in Boulder’s Civic Area, next to the Main Library is now open. The new play area includes a big yellow slide, a tree house plus nature play areas for all ages. Be sure to play some extra time for your next visit to the […]

Homework Help by Brainfuse

Get free one-on-one help in any subject! Going back to school does not have to be a battle! If you or your child is struggling we can help. Homework Help by Brainfuse has FREE online tutors to help in all subjects from grades kindergarten to college. Create flashcards, create a whiteboard, or make a virtual […]

Volunteers Needed

Bring the joy of the library to our homebound neighbors this winter As we head into the colder winter months, some neighbors may have a harder time getting to the library in person. Please sign up to help community members by delivering items from the library to homes on a regular basis. Volunteers will be […]

Hosting a book group? Try our Books in a Bag service

Books in a Bag

Books in a Bag makes selecting books for your book club easy. There is a large list of books available that range from popular books to classics. Boulder Public Library staff members put eight copies of your chosen book together with background material and discussion questions, so you are completely prepared. Books in a Bag […]