Discover more at your Clear Creek County library

Share stories, play games and get creative with us! Storytimes are a great opportunity to connect with other Clear Creek County families with young children and make new friends.

e Clear Creek County Library

District empowers our community through literacy, human connection and equal access to resources. Connect with a librarian today to learn more.

PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Summer reading registration

Stay tuned for exciting announcements regarding our 2023 Summer Reading Program, Magic in the Library!

Día del Niño celebration

3:30 p.m. April 27 at Idaho Springs

Public Library

Celebrate children, families and literacy at our annual Día party! Refreshments, crafts, traditional dance performances and a special Spanish storytime promise a lively time at this after-school esta.

Storytimes

Contact Us: 1630 Miner St., Idaho Springs, CO 80452 - 303-566-4100

Mailing Address: 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225 Englewood, CO 80110

Phone: 303-566-4100

Web: ClearCreekCourant.com

To subscribe call 303-566-4100

11:15 a.m. Tuesdays at Idaho Springs Public Library

11:15 a.m. ursdays at John Tomay Memorial Library

Free compass Fridays at the libraries

Let your compass guide you to fun! Calling Clear Creek kids: join us for FREE fun on Fridays! We’ll o er scheduled afternoon activities at Idaho Springs Public Library and John Tomay Memorial Library, plus a range of activities kids can independently pursue at their own pace throughout the day (puzzles, games, computer time, quiet reading, etc). Please visit our website at www. cccld.org for a detailed calendar.

Children under the age of eight will need adult supervision. While the libraries provide programs for young patrons, please note that we are not a childcare provider and are

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LINDSAY NICOLETTI Operations/ Circulation Manager lnicoletti@coloradocommunitymedia.com not responsible for supervising children visiting our branches. If your child is feeling unwell, please bring them to visit the library at another time. If a young patron is unattended at the library and displays symptoms of illness, we will contact their parent(s) to pick them up.

12:15 p.m.: Snack

12:30 p.m.: Guided activity

Guided activities will last about one hour, with the exception of movie matinees, which will last the movie runtime.

Book groups

Connect with other Clear Creek County readers at our book groups. Light refreshments and enjoyable conversations served. Email libby@ cccld.org for information.

Idaho Springs Book Group: 4 p.m. May 8

“ e River” by Peter Heller

John Tomay Memorial Library

Book Group: 3 p.m. May 18

“Kindred” by Octavia E. Butler

Adult crafts

Sip & paint studios

Paint your own mandala while enjoying light refreshments. Beginners welcome! Many thanks to guest instructor Liz Bogers for leading these studio sessions. Supplies will be provided, but space is limited. Please email chris@cccld.org to register — be sure to specify the evening you would prefer to attend.

5:30 p.m. May 16

O site location in Idaho Springs — studio address provided upon registration

5:30 p.m. May 18

O site location in Idaho Springs — studio address provided upon registration

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Columnists & Guest Commentaries

Columnist opinions are not necessarily those of the Courant.

We welcome letters to the editor. Please Include your full name, address and the best number to reach you by telephone.

Email letters to kfiore@coloradocommunitymedia.com tender,” and named a Best Book of the Summer by Chicago Tribune. It’s the story of a woman who has lost her family, a young man trying to nd his family, and the sixty-pound Paci c octopus who coordinates the search. During this heartwarming read, you’ll discover why the octopus decides that humans are remarkably bright creatures.

Deadline Wed. for the following week’s paper.

“Remarkably Bright Creatures” is available for checkout as a print book, eBook, and eAudiobook at your Clear Creek County Library.

Library Services

COVID Supplies

Free masks and take-home COVID tests are available for pickup at your Clear Creek County Library branches.

Collection

Check out books, movies, laptops, hotspots, tablets, and more. Our Library of ings includes nontraditional items like cookware, kids’ science kits, a therapy lamp, and even an Oculus Quest!

Explore our book and movie collection at www.cccld.org View our Library of ings at https://cccld. org/library-of-things/ Or, call your Clear Creek County library to learn more and request items.

Do you have the Libby App?

Download the Libby App by Overdrive to your smart device to access thousands of e-books and audiobooks, available for checkout with your library card. Visit https://cccld. org/library-resources/ and click on the Overdrive/Libby icon to get started.

Visiting and curbside pickup hours

Idaho Springs Public Library

Hours: ursday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Monday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED

John Tomay Memorial Library

Hours

Monday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ursday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED

Local History Archives (in the Georgetown Heritage Center) — visitors are welcome with appointment.

Curbside pickup services — available by appointment; please contact your library branch to schedule your pickup.

Home delivery

Do you need library materials, but are unable to leave your home? Let us bring the library to you! Call us for details. Home delivery services are intended for homebound persons and patrons experiencing illness, and availability is determined by weather and sta ng.

Idaho Springs Public Library: 303567-2020

John Tomay Memorial Library: 303-569-2620

Local History Archives: 303-5692403

Tech access & study spaces Enjoy access to computers, WiFi, and study spaces at your Clear Creek County Library.

Book our conference room at Idaho Springs Public Library for a quiet space to meet or work. Please call 303-567-2020 to make your reservation.

Technical assistance

Did you know that you can book a librarian for technical assistance? Our library sta can assist you with a variety of tasks –– using a tablet or smartphone, navigating the internet, setting up an email account, posting a resume online, accessing information, and more. Contact your Clear Creek County Library branch or email heather@cccld.org for more information.

Prints, copies, faxes

Email printcccld@gmail.com or call your Clear Creek County Library branch to request prints, copies, and faxes — or, just come in and use our equipment during our hours of operation!

Notary services

Notary services are FREE! Please contact your Clear Creek County Library branch to book your appointment.

Little free libraries

Help yourself to free, gently-loved books from our Little Free Libraries at these Clear Creek County locations:

Idaho Springs

Clear Creek Metropolitan Recreation District

Clear Creek Health and Wellness Center

Edelweiss Pastry Shop

Georgetown

Georgetown Market

Loveland Ski Area

Loveland Valley Base Lodge

Loveland Basin Base Lodge

Ptarmigan Roost Cafe

St. Mary’s Glacier

Alice Schoolhouse

DONATIONS hello@cccld.org

Are you seeking a new home for your gently-used books? Please consider donating them to Clear Creek County Library District for use in our programs, book sales, and Little Free Libraries. Email kate@cccld.org or call 303-567-2020 for more information. Please do not drop o book donations without pre-approval.

Visit us at www.cccld.org

Casa Bonita’s famed fountain turned on in mid-March and the internet went nuts. It was another reminder that the grand reopening of the eclectic pink building isn’t too far away. e anticipation has naturally led to a little nostalgia about the Casa Bonita that residents remember. We would love to share these stories.

What kind of memories does the establishment hold for you and your family?

Send your stories, photos or even videos of the old Casa Bonita to Jo Davis at jdavis@coloradocommunitymedia.com. ey could become part of a nostalgia piece on Casa Bonita.