Boulder Public Library Free Events & Programs May - July 2022

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FREE EVENTS &

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BOULDER PUBLIC LIBRARY

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May, June, and July 2022

BLDG 61 BLDG 61, the Boulder Public Library’s Makerspace, offers virtual and in-person access to 3D printers, laser cutters and more. Check out BLDG61.org to find out what you can MAKE!

BOULDERREADS BOULDERREADS LITERACY for ALL. Individual adult literacy, language, and high school equivalency tutoring: Get the help you need to succeed! boulderreads.org HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY & GED CLASSES BY THE LEARNING SOURCE Monday, May 2 at 5:30–7 p.m. at Main in the BoulderReads Literacy Lab Held in-person, this GED class builds literacy skills and numeracy skills and prepares adult learners to pass tests needed to achieve their High School Equivalency Diploma. Registration includes orientation and a placement test. Must be 18 to participate. Additional classes coming in July, please check our calendar for more information.

CAREER ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL: Scholarship-based online high school diploma, plus a career certificate in one of nine areas! boulderlibrary.org/cohs CONVERSATIONS IN ENGLISH: Join other English learners and practice your speaking and listening skills in a friendly and informal environment. Groups meet online six days a week.

To sign up: boulderlibrary.org/english

DROP-IN TECH HELP

Saturdays 1–3 p.m. at Main | Saturdays 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at Meadows Have tech questions or need help using our online library? Drop-In Tech Help is the place for you! Bring your devices to either location for friendly help every Saturday.

MEET AND BLEAT: GOATS AT THE LIBRARY Saturday, June 18 at 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at Meadows Interact with Growing Gardens Goat Dairy’s newest members of the herd!

Learn a bit about regenerative agriculture, humane animal husbandry, and the daily adventures of dairy goat kids.

*ANIME CLUB: MANGA DRAWING 101 Tuesday, June 14 at 4:30–6 p.m. at Main in the Teen Space Learn the basics of manga-style drawing and incorporate storytelling through characters’ facial expressions alongside local artist Terra Necessary from the Art Collective, Atomic Pixies!

All materials provided.

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Providing an abundance of literacy-based storytimes and activities in a fun and uplifting environment! = STEAM Concepts

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See the Summer of Discovery programs at the end for more Children & Family events GO CLUB Sundays, 1:30–4:45 p.m. at Main Learn to play the ancient and mysterious board game known as Go. Developed 4000 years ago in China, the rules are simple–but it can take a lifetime to master the game. Go boards are provided and take-home sets made of cardboard are available for free. Ages 5+.

*LEGO BUILD-ALONG WITH PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES Saturday, May 7 at 2–3:30 p.m. at Main Bring LEGO to life and explore engineering principles alongside an experienced instructor from Play-Well TEKnologies. Ages 6–11.

CIVIC LIFE

Citizenship classes meet every Monday to discuss and study the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. All nationalities and languages welcome. To register: email booksforhumanity@yahoo.com

COMMUNITY GROUPS The library sponsors many community-organized book discussions and activity groups.

A full listing of topics and dates are available on the library calendar.

EXHIBITIONS

“TEEN ART EXHIBITION: PHOTOS, PAINTINGS, POTTERY AND MORE!” May 2–May 15 in the Teen Art Gallery outside of the Teen Space at Main Opening reception May 6 at 4 p.m.

Stop by and check out awesome art created by teen artists from Boulder High School.

There will be a mix of mediums on display including photos, paintings, pottery and digital art.

“MEXICANIXIMA” May 3–July 9 on the Arapahoe Ramp at Main MEXICANIXIMA is an exhibition of handmade piñatas created by Maribel Arredondo (a.k.a.

Mamibel) of Curious Paper Art by Mamibel. Each piñata represents an element of Mexican culture – join us on this trip to Mexico.

“WORD INTO ART” May 6–June 22 in the Canyon Gallery at Main WORD INTO ART highlights the versatile and vibrant ways that text and art intertwine. The exhibition will feature more than 90 contemporary artists and writers. Using language as a powerful visual tool to reflect on culture, politics, social justice or simply the beauty of the alphabet on canvas, with sculpture, artist books, posters, broadsides and concrete poetry. Co-curated by Jim Johnson and Jennifer Heath.

“BIRD’S EYE VIEW” July 1–July 31 in the Canyon Gallery at Main Through a partnership with Open Space and Mountain Parks, Boulder youth have taken an art-science approach to observing local birds and exploring humans’ interspecies relationships with birds in our backyards.

“LIBRARY INSPIRED: THE BPL STAFF ART SHOW” July 15–Sept. 6 on the Arapahoe Ramp at Main Using the library collections as inspiration, this exhibition shares artworks created by library staff.

OPEN CALL FOR COMMUNITY ART EXHIBITION Open Space and Mountain Parks and Boulder Public Library are excited to announce an open call for a community exhibition which will take place Aug. 5–Sept. 18, 2022. This show will celebrate art inspired by our shared natural areas!

These past few years have been challenging for all. To honor the comfort and healing that nature provides we are seeking artwork inspired by OSMP Land. Submissions will be accepted April 18–June 12.

To learn more and submit work: bouldercolorado.gov/services/osmp-and-arts

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KICKOFF PARTY This year's theme is Our Connected World. Enjoy storytime and a fun craft afterwards. Register for Summer of Discovery to receive prizes.

Wednesday, June 1 at Multiple Locations

10:15–11 a.m. at Main 10–11 a.m. at NoBo

11 a.m.–noon at Meadows 11 a.m.–noon at George Reynolds

AUTHOR VISIT WITH BRIAN PINKNEY Saturday, June 4 at 11 a.m.–noon at Main in the Canyon Theater Join us as we welcome acclaimed children’s illustrator and author Brian Pinkney for a live visit! Brian ignites the imagination and potential of his listeners by showing them how they can make a difference in their lives and in the lives of others through reading, drawing, and visual literacy. All ages.

*ENCANTO: MOVIE AND SING ALONG Saturday, July 30 at 1–3 p.m. at Main in the Canyon Theater Bring your whole family to this movie event at the Main Library’s theater. Watch Disney’s Encanto and make a butterfly craft. Afterward you’re invited to make a sno-cone on a human-powered 7-foot hamster wheel with Big Wheel Beverages!

For all ages. 102 min., rated PG.

OUR CONNECTED WORLD Experiences for all ages

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Get reading, join a program and win prizes!

Sign up with the app Beanstack or use the next two pages of logs to track your reading minutes. Our community goal is to read 2 MILLION minutes.

How to play: Pre-readers, kids and teens get a free book at registration.

• Adults that register will get a journal.

• All registrants will get a can of Good Crisps!

• All finishers will receive a coupon for a free ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery and can choose a prize of a free entry to a Parks and Recreation Facility or a free entry to Gateway Fun Park.

Track your reading using: • Beanstack • Paper logs are available at all locations, in this program booklet or print it from our website.

Rules: • Audio books, magazines, graphic novels...anything counts!

BOULDER PUBLIC LIBRARY

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SUMMER OF DISCOVERY

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Pre-Readers June 1 – July 31

Name: Age:

Pre-Readers and their loved ones can use this page to complete 20 activities related to the five building blocks of early literacy. Color in the shapes as you go.

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TALK boulderlibrary.org/summer 303-441-3100 This year’s Summer of Discovery theme is Our Connected World.

Join the challenge from June 1–July 31 by playing online or using this log.

Prizes available until July 31 while supplies last.

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Some ideas for activities: Read a book about a place you want -- to visit, write an alternate ----oudly presented by Boulder Library r P n o i t a F ound --ending to your favorite book, ---attend a library program, or try a new recipe. More ideas online.

June 1 – July 31

This challenge is designed for readers in first–sixth grade. Read 60 minutes a week and complete 4 activities to earn a prize. Color in 1 book for every 60 minutes read and 1 character for each activity finished.

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Readers

This year’s Summer of Discovery theme is Our Connected World.

Join the challenge from June 1–July 31 by playing online or using this log.

Prizes available until July 31 while supplies last.

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OUR WORLD OURCONNECTED CONNECTED STORIES June 1 – July 31 boulderlibrary.org/summer 303-441-3100 Prizes available until July 31 while supplies last.

Name: Age: School:

Read 100 minutes a week & participate in 3 activities to earn a prize Some ideas for your activities: Read a book someone recommended to you, create a picnic with homemade food, make a collage, attend a library program, or perform a random act of kindness and then chat or text with someone about it. More ideas online.

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List what you read, listened to, or activities you completed here:

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Name: Share what you read, listened to, or activities you completed here:

Some ideas for your activities: Visit the trails in Boulder, listen to a new podcast, meditate, attend a library program or volunteer at a local organization. More ideas online.

This year’s Summer of Discovery theme is Our Connected World.

Join the challenge from June 1–July 31 by playing online or using this log.

Prizes available until July 31 while supplies last.

MOKOMBA ENSEMBLE INTERACTIVE PERFORMANCE Saturday, June 18 at 4–5 p.m. at Bill Bower Park

Join us for an evening of dancing and drumming with the Mokomba Ensemble at South Boulder’s Bill Bower park. Bring a blanket, chair, or a picnic, and get ready to immerse yourself in the rhythms and music of West Africa. Free and fun for all ages!

GRACE LIN VIRTUAL AUTHOR VISIT Saturday, July 23 at 3–4 p.m. at Multiple Locations Join us for a visit with author / illustrator Grace Lin at Main, Meadows or George Reynolds libraries! She will be discussing her award winning novel “Where the Mountain Meets the Moon”. This will be a live Zoom event, exclusively shown at the three libraries listed. Ages 5+.

STORYTIMES

Check online for our most updated listings. To access our recorded storytimes: bit.ly/BPLstorytime Dial-a-Story in Spanish and English: Call 303-441-3102 to hear books read aloud by library staff. Stories change weekly on Tuesdays.

MAIN

MEADOWS

Monday: MUSICAL STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m Tuesday: SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Thursday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m. and MUSICAL STORYTIME at 4 p.m.

Friday: VIRTUAL (ZOOM) STORYTIME at 10 a.m.

Saturday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Monday: CRAFT STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m Tuesday: LAPSIT STORYTIME (Ages 0-18 months) at 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday: STEAM STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

NOBO

GEORGE REYNOLDS

NoBo Storytimes take place at Holiday Park (4650 14th St., Boulder)

Tuesday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday: BABY TIME at 10:15 a.m.

Thursday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Friday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Tuesday: ALL AGES STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday: LAP BABIES at 11:15 a.m.

Saturday: BILINGUAL STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

Thursday: BILINGUAL STORYTIME EN ESPAÑOL/ENGLISH at 10:15 a.m.

Friday: PLAYTIME STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

First Saturday of the month: YOGA STORYTIME at 10:15 a.m.

TWEENS & TEENS

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Providing an inclusive in-person and online space to watch movies, discuss books, eat snacks, and learn about multicultural traditions! For grades 6–12. Full list of programs: bit.ly/tweenandteen TEEN ART EXHIBIT OPENING: PHOTOS, PAINTINGS, POTTERY AND MORE! Friday, May 6 at 4–4:45 p.m. at Main in the Teen Art Gallery outside the Teen Space Full details in the Exhibition section *TWEEN TIME: PAINT A PONY Saturday, May 7 at 12–1:30 p.m. at Main Design a Cutie Mark that represents YOU. Participants will choose a pony, select a color palette, and have 1.5 hours to relax and paint. Ages 9–11. *ANIME CLUB Second Tuesday of the month at 4:30–6 p.m. at Main May 10: “Sailor Moon Crystal” June 14: Manga Drawing 101 with special guest artist, Terra Necessary July 12: “Toradora!”

Watch a couple of episodes of an anime every month, dabble in some trivia, and talk all things anime. Invite your friends, attend with your siblings and enjoy making new, like-minded friends.

MAGIC THE GATHERING Saturday, May 14 at 1:30–3:30 p.m. at Main in the Teen Space Duel against your friends or find new teens to challenge at this teen-led event for magic players of all abilities! *TEEN CHATS WITH BTAB Third Wednesday of the month at 4:30–5:30 p.m. on Zoom Meet members of the Boulder Teen Advisory Board (BTAB)! Help plan events and participate in fun activities with other teens in the community. *TABLETOP GAMES Fourth Wednesday of the month at 4:30–5:45 p.m. at Main Library in the Teen Space May 25: Mysterium June 22: Wingspan July 27: Quacks of Quedlinburg Join us every month for a different tabletop game!

BOOK QUEERIES Second Wednesday of the month at 6:30–7:30 p.m. at Out Boulder County (3340 Mitchell Ln, Boulder, CO 80301) May 11: “Continuum” by Chella Man June 8: “Let’s Talk About Love” by Claire Kann July 13: “Aslyum” by Edafe Okporo Explore queer representation in teen literature in this LGBTQ + book club!

WORKSHOPS

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SEED TO TABLE: A series of programs that focus on sustainable living ranging from gardening and cooking to natural remedies and supporting pollinators. boulderlibrary.org/seed-to-table *BEECHICAS: NATIVE PLANTS FOR COLORADO POLLINATORS Wednesday, May 11 at 4–5 p.m. at Main Join the BeeChicas and guest speaker, naturalist Dave Sutherland, for top tips on how to incorporate native plants into your garden. Add full season color and diversity to your gardens and create a living landscape full of beneficial insects, native bees, and all pollinators.

Take home some native seeds from Dave’s garden!

START YOUR SPRING GARDEN Friday, May 13 at 4:30–5:30 p.m. at Main in the Edible Learning Garden Workshop with Farmer Katie. Learn about how to maximize your growing space, prepare your soil, and use a planting calendar to help determine what to grow and when to plant.

WORKSHOPS

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*ART OF DATA: HOW WE SEE IT Tuesdays, June 7 and June 21 at 4:30–6:30 p.m. at Main in Boulder Creek Room Discuss and design creative ways to present data utilizing a range of materials and methods with Heather Schulte. Choose a data set, design a way to display the information, and then present to the group for discussion. Attend one or both workshops. For teens and adults.

SEED TO TABLE CONT. boulderlibrary.org/seed-to-table GARDENING WITH COLORADO NATIVE PLANTS Wednesday, June 1 at 5–6 p.m. Online Native plants are adapted to our local climate and soil, help support pollinators, birds and other wildlife, and increase biodiversity. Deryn Davidson with CSU Extension will share how to incorporate native plants into your landscape.

SEEDLING SWAP Saturday, June 4 at 1–2:30 p.m. at Meadows Overwhelmed with extra seedlings?

Need a home for your bonus zinnias?

Bring all your extra seedlings and small plants to swap and share with the community. All ages welcome. Stop by even if you don’t have any plants to share.

*BEECHICAS: MEET THE BEES Wednesday, June 8 at 4–5 p.m. at Main Meet honeybees and native bees in the new native plant garden with the BeeChicas! Hold a gentle honeybee male, observe a frame of workers, and play some games. Plan to be outside for an hour. All ages, adult supervision required for children under 12.

SUCCESSION PLANTING AND FALL CROPS Tuesday, July 19 at 4:30–5:30 p.m. at Main in the Edible Learning Garden Workshop with Farmer Katie. Extend your harvest through succession planting. Learn about what you can still plant this time of year and when to get fall vegetables in the ground (hint: it’s earlier than you think!)

ON DEMAND PROGRAMS

The library has hundreds of programs saved on its YouTube page available for viewing anytime. Many of our programs are also available in Español. Check out our playlists:

• Storytimes for all ages • BLDG 61 – maker lessons • Family Play Festival – early literacy activities

• Gardening tutorials • BeeChicas – pollinator workshops • Community Cooks – virtual cooking demos and ingredient lists

BOULDER PUBLIC LIBRARY 2022 SUMMER OF DISCOVERY YOUTH SUMMER OF DISCOVERY PROGRAMS

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BICYCLE RODEO WITH BOULDER POLICE OFFICERS Saturday, June 11 at 10 a.m.–noon at Meadows Saturday, July 9 at 10 a.m.–noon at Main Learn about bicycle safety from City of Boulder Police Officers. Complete a bicycle skills course, helmet fittings, and bike safety inspections. Kids, bring your bike, safety gear and adult. For children 12 and under.

Walk-ins welcome but registration is encouraged.

LET’S DANCE SALSA! Saturday, June 25 at 10:30 a.m.–noon. at Holiday Park (4650 14th St., Boulder, 80304) Create the rhythm of Latin music before learning the basic steps of salsa. Professional dancer Marcela will engage you and your little ones with information about her native country of Chile and end with a demonstration of salsa dancing in other Latin American countries. Don’t miss the fun in this interactive and informative dance session! All ages.

HIP HOP IN HOLIDAY PARK WITH SHARI POLIS Saturday, June 11 at 10–11:30 a.m. at Holiday Park (4650 14th St., Boulder, 80304) Groove in Holiday Park with dance Shari Polis! Put your dancing shoes on and learn the latest steps to the hottest tunes. Don’t forget sunscreen and a water bottle. Program is open to school-age kids and families who want to learn dance basics.

*PIÑATA PLANETS / PIÑATAS DE PLANETAS Saturday, July 9 at 1–2:30 p.m. at Meadows Create and decorate your own piñata planet with us! What color will your planet be? What will you name it? This workshop is presented by local artist Maribel Arredondo.

KIDS TECH-SPLORATION Wednesday, June 15 at 2–3:30 p.m. at Meadows Experiment, meet new friends, and have fun playing with tech together! Explore Bloxels, Makey Makey, Ozobots, and Snap Circuits. Learn how to make your own video games and discover the basics of computer coding. Ages 6–12. *MEXICAN GOD’S EYES / OJOS DE DIOS MEXICANOS Saturday, June 18 at 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at George Reynolds Make a traditional Mexican God’s Eye. Learn about the history of these colorful objects, and how and why the Mexican Wixárika culture make them. This workshop is presented by local artist Maribel Arredondo.

*Register at calendar.boulderlibrary.org

MEADOWS MOVIE MATINEE: LUCA Friday, July 15 at 2:30 p.m. at Meadows Escape the summer heat and join us for a matinee showing of Luca! Come dressed as a sea creature and enjoy snacks.

Join us at 2 p.m. to make a pre-movie sea monster craft.

The movie will start at 2:30 p.m., 101 min., rated PG. All ages. *JEDI ENGINEERING STRIKES BACK USING LEGO® MATERIALS Wednesday, July 20 at 2–3:30 p.m. at Meadows Get ready to embark on your LEGO® journey with PlayWell TEKnololgies! Repair the Rebel shield generator on Hoth, and rescue Baby Yoda from Moff Gideon. Ages 5–7.

RAPTOR TOOLS Saturday, July 23 at 11 a.m.–noon at George Reynolds Saturday, July 23 at 1–2 p.m. at Meadows Learn how Colorado raptors survive in a world full of challenges, and how you can help them thrive. Meet permanently disabled raptors up close as part of the experience with Rocky Mountain Raptor Program.

TWEEN & TEEN SUMMER OF DISCOVERY PROGRAMS *TWEEN TIME: DONKEY PIÑATAS / PIÑATAS DE BURRITOS Saturday, June 4 at noon–1:30 p.m. at Main Create a mini donkey piñata at Tween Time. Learn about the history of piñatas in Mexico while decorating yours with your favorite colors. Presented by local artist Maribel Arredondo. Ages 9–11.

AMAZINE TWEENS Wednesday, June 22 at 3–4:30 p.m. at Meadows Join us for a fun zine making session. Zines are a popular and creative method for expressing ideas. Topics will range from civil rights to sandwiches. Get loud, get messy, and express yourself with zines! Ages 9–11.

TWEEN & TEEN SUMMER OF DISCOVERY PROGRAMS, CONT. *GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: AFTER-HOURS Friday, June 24 at 5–7:15 p.m. at Main Crash the library at this special after-hours event. Enjoy watching Guardians of the Galaxy and chatting about the movie using a smartphone, tablet or laptop. The messages you send show up on-screen! 122 min. Rated PG-13.

OUTDOOR GAMES Saturday, July 9 at 2–4 p.m. at Holiday Park (4650 14th St., Boulder, 80304) Overcome summer boredom by playing outdoor games at Holiday Park! Participate in a huge game of hide-and-seek, cool off with water fights, and end the day with tasty snacks.

PRIDE NAIL PAINTING Saturday, June 25 at 1–2:30 p.m. at Meadows Celebrate and support Pride Month with nail art. Nail polish and tools will be provided. Tweens and teens are welcome.

EXPRESSING YOUR SUPER-FANDOM WITH HENNA Wednesday, July 13 at 4:30–6:30 p.m. at Holiday Park (4650 14th St., Boulder, 80304) Learn henna basics (science, safety, and history) and get inspired with design tips and instruction to create your own fun pop-culture-inspired designs. This class will be HANDS-ON drawing FUN for whatever you happen to be a super-fan of! Grades 6–12.

TEEN THRIFT SWAP Thursday, July 7 at 3:30–5 p.m. at Meadows Reduce, reuse, and recycle at our Teen Thrift Swap! Bring in your own pre-loved items to swap, browse racks of items to take home, and decorate your own reusable tote bag. Grades 6–12. *TWEEN TIME: TELL YOUR STORY USING KAMISHIBAI! Saturday, July 9 at noon–1:30 p.m. at Main Create and tell a story using a Kamishibai.

A Japanese form of street theater that uses images to support the storytelling, all while getting to know the library teen’s space. Parents are welcome.

Mochi ice cream will be served.

HIP HOP FUNDAMENTALS AT HOLIDAY PARK Saturday, July 16 at 10–11:30 a.m. at Holiday Park (4650 14th St., Boulder, 80304) An Introduction to Hip-Hop fundamentals. Participants will learn the fundamentals, basic grooves, and vocabulary for Hip-Hop. Please wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. No previous dance experience necessary. *PALM READING FOR BEGINNERS: WITH MAGICIAN ERICA SODOS Saturday, July 30 at 2–3:30 p.m. at Main Learn the basics of Palmistry! You will understand what the lines and features in your hand have to say about you, as well as being able to decipher secrets hiding in palms of those around you.

ADULT SUMMER OF DISCOVERY PROGRAMS SEEDLING SWAP Saturday, June 4 at 1–2:30 p.m. at Meadows Full details in the Workshop section, under Seed to Table *CONTAINER GARDENING 101 Friday, June 10 at 1–2 p.m. at Meadows Master Gardener volunteers from the CSU Extension lead Container Gardening 101. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! Please bring a favorite small container for the activity. *BUILD YOUR OWN INDOOR AIR QUALITY IOT (INTERNET OF THINGS) MONITOR Sunday, June 19 at 1–3 p.m. at Main in BLDG 61 Many of us our concerned about air quality and its effect on our health. In this workshop, we will make modifications to read air quality and send it to a website. For teens, adults, and tweens with adult soldering assistance.

*BEER CRAFTS: HANDS ON PROJECT MAKING FROM EMPTY CANS, CAPS AND BEER BOXES Wednesday, July 13 at 6–7:30 p.m. at George Reynolds Make paper crowns from 6-pack boxes, create bird feeders and jewelry from empty beer cans. All while talking about our favorite source material, BEER! Designs and packaging are constantly evolving. No experience needed. *CYANOTYPE AND WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP Saturday, July 16 at 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at Meadows Learn how to make photo prints using just the sun and practice easy watercolor techniques. Explore how to use and be inspired by natural objects. No previous painting or photo experience needed. For adults ages 60+ and is hosted in collaboration with the City of Boulder’s Older Adult Services.

THANK YOU Boulder Public Library would like to thank the Boulder Library Foundation for its generous support of library programs such as Summer of Discovery, BoulderReads, the Teen Space, BLDG 61 and many more.

Become the Boulder Library Foundation’s next supporter and make a donation today!

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LIBRARY LOCATIONS

Please visit our website for hours and available services at each location

boulderlibrary.org MAIN

NOBO

MEADOWS

1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80302 303–441–3100

4600 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304 303–441–3100

4800 Baseline Rd., Boulder, CO 80303 303–441–3100

CARNEGIE

GEORGE REYNOLDS

1125 Pine St., Boulder, CO 80302 303–441–3110

3595 Table Mesa Dr., Boulder, CO 80305 303–441–3100

Note: The Meadows Branch Library is located on the back side of the Safeway shopping complex and is accessed from the second left-hand entrance turn off of Mohawk Drive.