Book Clubs and Early Literacy
Banned Books Book Club
This year's banned books club will be reading materials that have been historically challenged or are on the current challenge list from the American Library Association. All suggestions are taken from a list compiled by current and past participants of our book club. For adults. Sign up for the book club.
Book Thieves Book Club
The Book Thieves meet monthly on Wednesday at 4:30pm in the library to discuss young adult literature. Snacks and books will be provided. For youth in grades 7-12. Sign up for the book club.
Children's Mystery Book Club and Escape Room
Calling all junior detectives and amateur sleuths! Join us monthly on the first or second Friday of the month (school-schedule dependent) at 4:30pm to discuss the children's mystery novel of the month and solve an escape room with similar themes to the books! Snacks and books will be provided. For children ages 8-12. Sign up for the book club.
Classics Book Club
The goal of Classics Book Club is to finally tackle books that we should have read in high school or college but didn't, or that we have always been curious about or intimidated by, but never tried to read. This book club meets bi-monthly starting in April. For teens and adults. Sign up for the book club.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Enroll your child now to receive free books monthly from the Dolly Parton Imagination Library! For kids 0-5. Register for Imagination Library!
Financial Literacy Book Club
Every month, we discuss chosen content (book, movie, magazine, Ted Talk...) with a financial flavor. For adults. Sign up for the book club.
Middle School Book Club
Middle School Book Club is a literary adventure for young readers eager to explore the world of books! Our club is the perfect place for students in grades 5 to 8 who love reading, discussing exciting stories, and sharing their thoughts and ideas with friends. Whether you are a voracious reader or just getting into the hobby, our club offers a welcoming, encouraging environment to grow your love for books. Sign up for the book club.
Read the Rainbow Book Club
We aim to establish a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth and their supporters to congregate and connect over LGBTQ+ literature in a positive way. Once a month, we will select a book authored by an LGBTQ+ writer or featuring LBTQ+ characters. We encourage open and respectful dialogue among all of our participants. Sign up for the book club.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
It doesn't matter if your child is three or just three months - there's no better time to start than now! For infants and preschoolers. Sign up for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, then swing by the Children's Room to pick up your booklet with stickers and fun activities/suggestions.
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Other Events
Bookbinding
Make your own journal and learn beginner bookbinding skills. No prior experience necessary. For teens and adults. Sign up for Bookbinding.
Monthly Monday Movie Nights
Pitkin County Library's movie discussion group meets virtually (via Zoom) on the last Monday of every month to discuss films screened in advance and chosen by the group. All films are available through library streaming resources (Kanopy and Hoopla). For adults. Join by filling out our intake form.
Pitkin Pals
The Pitkin Pals Reading Program is a crossed-aged mentoring program which pairs high achieving high school students with elementary school students looking to sharpen their reading skills. Apply to be a Pitkin Pal.
Sewing 202 Workshops
In these slightly more advanced workshops, participants will take on more challenging projects. Limited spots available. In Library Lab. For teens and adults. Sign up for Sewing 202.
Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.)
A group of teens who help decide which books, movies, and games will be added to the library and what programs will be offered. For students in grades 7-12. Apply to T.A.B.
Trivia Night at the Library
Trivia Night at the Pitkin County Library will be on Thursday, September 19 from 5pm to 7pm. The theme is Literature. Register your team.
3D Printer Training
Sign up for a 3D printer training! Trainings are 1-1.5 hours long depending on questions and experience. No previous experience is necessary. For teens and adults. Sign up for a 3D Printer Training.
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