Library News

SCFD September

Submitted by stacey on September 10, 2010 - 4:23pm
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King Tut

The Denver Art Museum and Arts & Exhibitions International want to thank the citizens who support the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District.

As a thank you to all Scientific and Cultural Facilities District residents, The Denver Art Museum is offering a free Youth ticket with each Adult or Senior ticket purchased to the King Tut exhibit through the month of September. To purchase tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com/TutSCFD. For more information on the SCFD please visit SCFD.org

Dewey After Hours - Name that Martini

Submitted by nan on September 2, 2010 - 10:36am
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Dewey After Hours

Join us on the rooftop of the Art Museum Residences for an open air, big sky Dewey After Hours and help select the signature cocktail for the Denver Public Library's Booklovers Ball. Enjoy the amazing view of downtown Denver as the sun sets and you sip, nibble and schmooze.

We'll be sampling martinis and appetizers and voting for the most tasty and delicious drink. The winning drink will be served at the 13th Annual Booklovers Ball. Beer, wine and soft drinks will also be served. Pinnacle Vodka is donating both a regular vodka and a special secret ingredient vodka to inspire the mixologists.

Bring your creative energies and name that drink! The originator of the winning name will be awarded a free ticket to the Booklovers Ball on October 9. The theme this year is "Explore."

Library Love Story: Jim White

Submitted by lauriekm on August 31, 2010 - 2:51pm
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My name is Jim White and I am the Director of Community Affairs for the Volunteers of America. I have worked here for almost 31 years and obviously believe we do our best to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. If asked, however, about another organization that truly makes a big difference in the lives of those it touches I would immediately say the Denver Public Library.

The thousands of individuals and families that use the library everyday are never the same after they receive their library card. Whether they walked into their local branch looking for a book, an educational bit of information, a cd or even a movie for pure relaxation their life has been changed. At Volunteers of America we have had the good fortune to partner with DPL on “I Love To Read” events for very young children. The ongoing aggressive effort that the library embraces year round to encourage young children to read is phenomenal yet often not something they are recognized for.

Suggest a Name for New Branch Library

Submitted by nan on August 20, 2010 - 11:35am
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Architect's drawing of Green Valley Ranch Library

The Denver Public Library welcomes suggestions from the community to name the new branch library at Green Valley Ranch, scheduled to open in Spring 2011. The Library will consider all ideas for the new branch name including names of individuals, groups, geographic location or other entities.

Learn more about the new Green Valley Ranch Branch Library.

Naming suggestions that recognize an individual will be considered for a person who has provided extraordinary service to the Denver Public Library as a staff member, a distinguished person who has provided extraordinary service to the Library or anyone who otherwise merits special recognition.

Teen Read Week Sticker Contest

Submitted by angela on August 19, 2010 - 9:41am
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Books with Beat. Teen Read Week - Oct. 17-23, 2010

Hey teen artists - it's time again for our Teen Read Week Sticker Contest!

Teen Read Week is October 17-23 this year and the theme is Books with Beat. One person will be chosen as our contest winner and will have their sticker distributed in all Denver Public Library locations during Teen Read Week! The winning art will also be featured on our teen website, eVolver.

The Rules

  • Artwork needs to measure 3” x 3.”
  • It can be any kind of 2-D art: color, B/W, photo, digital, whatever!
  • Entries need to be turned in by Saturday, September 4, 2010 and the winner will be announced by the first week of October.

Get all the details on eVolver!

Free Child Support Consultation - August 16-20

Submitted by nan on August 17, 2010 - 9:05am
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Free Child Support Consultation

 

Denver will offer free Child Support information and consultation at the Castro Human Services Building located at 1200 Federal Blvd., along the first floor corridor.

August 16 - 20, 2010 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. each day

 

Creating Communities Website: Survey

Submitted by lauriekm on August 11, 2010 - 3:59pm
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Have you had a chance to check out the new Creating Communities website? Take this short survey and tell us what you think.

The Creating Communities website is live! We encourage you all to explore the website and learn more about the history of Denver.

Rocky Mountain PBS & DPL

Submitted by james on August 5, 2010 - 11:30am
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The Library's friends at Rocky Mountain PBS recently shot some promotional videos at the Library.

Utilizing the talent of DPL staff members, these short spots highlight the public service and value of both organizations. Thanks to RMPBS for being an outstanding partner and choosing the Central Library for their shooting location.

Libraries Mean Business!!!

Submitted by Dixie on August 4, 2010 - 11:20am
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It's our 11th year! The SBA Small Business Resource Fair will be back at the Central Library on Thursday, August 19 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.  It's free and open to any and all who own or who are thinking about opening a business.

Need to know how to find free and low cost resources to help you grow or start your business?  In the Level B2 Conference Center of the Library you will have a chance to meet with the banks, microlenders (folks that will lend a small amount of money), and others who want to help you SUCCEED.  In other parts of the Library we will have programs covering such topics as business certification (why you need it and how to get it) and how to get government contracts.  Also, this usually turns out to be a great networking opportunity to meet other small business owners and for you t

Library Card Database Clean Up

Submitted by Web Staff on July 29, 2010 - 4:49pm
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In an effort to clean up our patron database, library cards were recently purged for those who had not checked out materials in several years. Unfortunately, our current system does not count online transactions such as eMedia checkouts or database use. If your card is no longer recognized - the error message is "Can't find that ID" - you will need to register for a new library card.

Register online to receive a temporary library card number, which will allow access to library databases. Visit any Denver Public Library within 28 days to complete the registration and pick up your new permanent library card.

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