Thursday, Nov. 28 – All locations will be closed for Thanksgiving.

Celebrate the Holidays with Boulder Public Library


Film Social: Watch Elf and Meet Special Guest Buddy the Elf

Meet Buddy the Elf and watch “Elf” on the big screen in the Canyon Theater!

Arrive at 1 p.m. to meet Buddy and create your own candy salad, the film will start at 2 p.m.

2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 in the Canyon Theater, Main Library

Eco-Elf: Recycled Wrapping Station

Enjoy a recycled wrapping station hosted by City of Boulder’s Climate Initiatives. Bring anything you want to be gift wrapped by the Eco-Elf!

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at Meadows Library

A Special Screening of White Christmas

Enjoy a special screening of White Christmas (1954), 2hrs. Coffee provided! Co-organized with Boulder Older Adult Services
1 – 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 in the Canyon Theater, Main Library

26th Annual Holiday Harp Concert

The Boulder Harp Ensemble, led by Margot Krimmel, is compromised of youth harpists aged 7-18. We will present winter themed music including Carol of the Bells, exerpts from The Nutcracker, traditional folk such as Shalom and Greensleeves and light classical selections.  This annual tradition featuring both orchestral pedal and folk harps is not to be missed!
This event is organized by a community partner and hosted by the Boulder Public Library.

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 in the Canyon Theater, Main Library

Paper & Spine Used Bookstore End of Year Sale

Get your holiday shopping done at our last sale of the year! Our goal is to get as many books, movies, and CDs as we can out of storage and into homes where they will be enjoyed. All items are $1!

What to expect:

  • A wide selection of gently used miscellaneous Fiction, Nonfiction, Music, DVDs and more for $1.
  • Free wrapping paper and scotch tape available for customers.
  • $1 for all items. Mass market paper backs 2 for $1. We can accept cash and credit card payment

Dec. 13-16 at Main Library

Holidays around the world/ Celebraciones alrededor del mundo

Let’s embark on a colorful tour of the world’s great celebrations through readings, music, dancing, questions and answers, and a craft to take home!

¡Embarquémonos en un colorido recorrido por las grandes celebraciones del mundo a través de lecturas, música, bailes, preguntas y respuestas y una manualidad para llevar a casa! 

10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 in the Canyon Theater, Main Library

Eco-Elf: Recycled Wrapping Station

Enjoy a recycled wrapping station hosted by City of Boulder’s Climate Initiatives. Bring anything you want to be gift wrapped by the Eco-Elf!

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec 14 at Meadows Library

Songs of Joy and Peace

Celtic singer/percussionist Beth Gadbaw and Celtic harpist/vocalist Margot Krimmel present winter themed music. They are known for their tight harmonies and thoughtful arrangements of little-known carols. This December concert will also feature harp duets. The Boulder County Artists-in-Residence (2014) have recorded three studio albums together.

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 in the Meadows Meeting Room, Meadows Library

 

Holiday Make & Takes!

Winter Wonderland make and take

Kickstart the winter festivities at your local library! Wrap your presents at a gift wraping station, make fun holiday cards, and enjoy a hot cup of coaco or cider with with your favorite toppings. For all ages. No registration required.

4 – 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec 5 in the Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Holiday Make & Take + Upcycled Wrapping Station

Crafters of all ages are invited to make three different crafts! Additionally, bring any gifts from home and wrap them in recycled wrapping paper provided by City of Boulder’s Climate Initiatives. Enjoy hot cocoa, treats, and winter cheer.

All crafts are available until supplies run out.

1 – 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec 7 in the Reynolds Meeting Room, George F. Reynolds Library

Winter Make + Take

Drop by to create some last minute gifts for the winter season! We will have a gift wrapping station, a portable board game station, decorating a picture frame station, and more! While supplies last. Everyone is welcome!

2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec 8 in the Boulder Creek Room, Main Library

Holiday Make and Take: Cozy Colorado Crafts with Tinker Art Studio

Create special cozy Colorado crafts with Tinker Art Studio for the holiday season. All ages welcome. Registration required.

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec 14 in the Meadows Meeting Room, Meadows Library