LIBRARIES

The Westminster Public Library offers free programs and events for children and families, teens, and adults. Programs include special events, ongoing clubs and classes, storytimes, and more. See the events calendar at westminsterlibrary.org, visit us in person, or call either location to register.

Download, Research, and Stream

Visit the library website, click/tap WPL@Home, and select Digital Media to find more about these resources.

OVERDRIVE/LIBBY: Access ebooks and audiobooks from our Front Range Downloadable Library using the web browser on your computer, or on mobile devices with the Libby app.

HOOPLA: Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! Titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later.

ANCESTRY: Billions of records in census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more for genealogy research. Please come to one of our library locations to use this resource.

MYHERITAGE: Birth, death, and marriage records from 48 countries, the complete U.S. and U.K. censuses, immigration, military and tombstone records and more than 2 billion family tree profiles.

COLORADO HISTORIC NEWSPAPERS: Digitized pages from more than 220 newspapers published in Colorado from 1859-2022.

How to Get a Library Card

To receive a free library card, bring a government or school-issued photo ID and proof of your current Colorado address to either library location. Children 15 years and younger need a parent/guardian signature. Can’t make it to the library? Apply online for a 120-day temporary card that can be used to access online resources and check out from library kiosks only.

Computer, Internet, and Technology

Free Computer Access

Online reservations can be booked up to three days in advance. You can also drop-in or call to reserve a spot: College Hill: 303-658-2604 | Irving Street: 303-658-2303. Sessions are one hour.

Printing

Print up to 25 pages a day free of charge. You can also send a print job from home to the library printers through the remote printing portal. Visit the Library website for more information.

Wi-Fi & Mobile Hot Spots

Wi-Fi is free at both locations or check out a mobile hotspot and get free unlimited Wi-Fi access using the T-Mobile network anywhere in the United States. Use it at home or take it on vacation!

GoCharge Phone & Device Charging Lockers

Use our free charging lockers at College Hill and Irving Street to securely charge your phone or tablet while you visit the library. Safely store your device for charging with a personalized PIN. Each locker contains three types of charging cords for popular devices.

Virtual Programming

Virtual WPL @ Home

Visit the WPL @ Home section on the library website to find more information about research and learning resources, ebooks, and virtual program registration and access.

Virtual RPG Club

Experience a rotating assortment of table-top role-playing games online! We utilize virtual table tops for maps and dice-rolling, Discord for communication, and various online resources for character building and game rulings. Both new and veteran players are always welcome and no registration is required. AGES: 16+

1st & 3rd Sundays 12-4 p.m. Virtual

Genealogy on Zoom

Join professional genealogist Carol Cooke Darrow for virtual classes on how to research your ancestral history using various historical records. Registration required. AGES: 18+

Sa Oct 7 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Mindfulness

Tuesdays

Mindfulness practitioner leads a short, guided session. No previous meditation experience required. See website for more information . ALL AGES

1-877-853-5257 | Conference ID: 203-815-0039 | Password: 582313 (listen only)

Tuesdays 12-12:30 p.m. Call-in

Spanish Conversation Club

Develop your Spanish, acquire confidence, and make new friends in a relaxed, informal setting. Themes and games are used to encourage conversation. AGES: 18+

Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual

Noon Book Club

Read the selected book and be prepared to join us for a lively discussion about the book. Register separately for each meeting. AGES: 18+

1st Wednesdays 12-1 p.m. Hybrid: Virtual & in person at IR