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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Library programs are always free!

FIND US IN THE COMMUNITY:

Heritage Hops

5-7 p.m. Nov. 3

The Old School, 809 Taos Street, Georgetown

Join local brewers and chefs for an evening of delicious beer and small plate pairings. Proceeds will go to the John Tomay Memorial Library renovation! To register, please contact Carolyn at 720-363-9237.

Pumpkin Smash!

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 4

Idaho Springs Sports & Events Complex, 101 East Idaho Springs Road

Enjoy free family fun and learn about composting. Find our booth to score a s’more!

Bighorn Sheep Puppet Craft Workshop

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov.11

John Tomay Memorial Library

We are delighted to host a puppet craft workshop as part of the Bighorn Sheep Festival. The Festival features multiple activities in Georgetown at different sites – review the full schedule at visitclearcreek.com/bighorn-sheep-festival/

Georgetown Christmas Tree Lighting

Dusk, Nov. 25

Strousse Park and Library Park, corner of Sixth Street and Rose Street in Georgetown

Find us to get a yummy cookie! 

STORYTIMES

Share stories, play games, and get creative. Storytimes are a great opportunity to connect with other local families with young children. 

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

John Tomay Memorial Library: 11:15 a.m. Thursdays

LIBRARY FRIYAYS

Join us for FREE, scheduled activities to keep kids exploring and engaged on Fridays.Children under the age of eight need adult supervision.

10 a.m. Fridays at Idaho Springs Public Library and John Tomay Memorial Library

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

FRIDAY VIRTUAL REALITY SESSIONS

Explore new worlds at our virtual reality sessions for tweens and teens (ages 12 years and older). Please email heather@cccld.org to learn more and register.

Idaho Springs Public Library: 2-4 p.m. Nov. 3

John Tomay Memorial Library: 2-4 p.m. Nov. 17

BOOK GROUPS

Connect with other local readers at our monthly book groups. Email libby@cccld.org for information.

Idaho Springs Book Group

4 p.m. Nov. 13

“Promised to the Crown” by Aimie K. Runyan

John Tomay Memorial Library Book Group

3 p.m. Nov. 16.

“The Devil and Sherlock Holmes: Tales of Murder, Madness, and Obsession” by David Grann

ADULT CRAFTS

Holiday Paper Craft Workshop

Create: a Paper Crafting Studio, 507 Taos St., Georgetown

5:30 p.m. Nov. 14

5:30 p.m. Nov.16

Craft a matching holiday card, gift bag, and gift tag ensemble with local artist Jann McCollom! Space is limited! To reserve your spot, please email chris@cccld.org

CONNECT WITH US

Idaho Springs Public Library

303-567-2020

John Tomay Memorial Library (Georgetown)

303-569-2620

Email us at hello@cccld.org

Visit us at www.cccld.org

LIBRARY SERVICES

COVID SUPPLIES

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

COLLECTION

Call or visit us to learn more and request items.

Explore our book and movie collection at www.cccld.org

View our Library of Things at https://cccld.org/library-of-things/

Download the Libby App to your smart device to access thousands of e-books and e-audiobooks.

VISITING AND CURBSIDE PICKUP HOURS

All Clear Creek County Libraries will be closed:

Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veterans Day

Thursday, Nov. 23 – Sunday, Nov. 26, in observance of Thanksgiving

HOME DELIVERY

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 staffing.

TECH ACCESS & STUDY SPACES

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

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Our library staff can assist you with a variety of tasks –– using a tablet or smartphone, navigating the internet, setting up an email account, and more. Call us 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 numerous Clear Creek locations. Visit our website to learn more.

DONATIONS

Please consider donating your gently-used books to CCCLD for use in our programs, book sales, and Little Free Libraries. Email kate@cccld.org or call us for more information. Please do not drop off book donations without pre-approval.

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