All Ages Storytime

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

¿Leemos juntos en español? - Book Club

ENGLISH BELOWDescubre la colección en español de la biblioteca NoBo disfrutando del placer de leer en grupo.La lectura en voz alta es una tradición tan antigua como el libro. Te invitamos a celebrar la riqueza cultural hispanoamericana descubriendo nuevas palabras y cre......More

ENGLISH BELOWDescubre la colección en español de la biblioteca NoBo disfrutando del placer de leer en grupo.La lectura en voz alta es una tradición tan antigua como el libro. Te invitamos a celebrar la riqueza cultural hispanoamericana descubriendo nuevas palabras y creando comunidad lectora.Cada dos semanas nos reunimos para elegir qué leer, escuchamos nuevas voces y conversamos de forma libre y respetuosa.No necesitas ser un lector experto ni conocer muchos autores. Participas con tus ganas de leer y de platicar. Comparte tus emociones e ideas sobre lo que dicen los libros y, sobre todo, sobre las emociones e ideas que generan en nosotros.ENGLISHThis book club promotes the benefits of reading aloud in Spanish. At each bimonthly session, participants can choose what to read aloud from the NoBo's Spanish collection and then discuss new words, strengthening communities and connecting cultural heritage with information. No interpretation or translation will be available, but everybody is welcome to participate.

Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime at NoBo

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Drop-In High School Equivalency Test Tutoring

Come drop-in for tutoring Saturdays from 11:00am until 1:00pm in the BoulderReads Classroom, at NoBo Library. All students studying for the HiSET are welcome to come by for extra support from a tutor, to take a practice test, or to use the space to individually study. P......More

Come drop-in for tutoring Saturdays from 11:00am until 1:00pm in the BoulderReads Classroom, at NoBo Library. All students studying for the HiSET are welcome to come by for extra support from a tutor, to take a practice test, or to use the space to individually study. Please bring your study materials with you. Any patrons interested in joining a HiSET class in the future, are also welcome to drop-in and learn about the class, the HiSET test, and ask questions to our tutors and staff.¡Hay tutorías en NoBo en español y en inglés los sábados de 11:00am a 1:00 pm! Ven y trabajar con un tutor, realiza exámenes de práctica o estudia en un lugar tranquilo para tus exámenes de HiSET. Por favor trae tus materiales de estudio contigo. Si está interesado en unirse a una clase de HiSET en el futuro, le invitamos a venir y aprender sobre la clase y hacer preguntas a nuestros tutores y personal.Register here / Inscríbete aquí

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

Día de Muertos: A Living Tradition - Bilingual

Decorate sugar skulls and create paper marigolds and papel picado. Leave this workshop, led by Museo de las Americas, with a better understanding of how life and death are celebrated during Día de Muertos and you will have a chance to celebrate loved ones through art. W......More

Decorate sugar skulls and create paper marigolds and papel picado. Leave this workshop, led by Museo de las Americas, with a better understanding of how life and death are celebrated during Día de Muertos and you will have a chance to celebrate loved ones through art. We will discuss the concept of cultural evolution and explore how colonization has influenced traditions.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Pages and Paws at NoBo

Read with a licensed therapy dog. Practice reading skills in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Registration required. One 15-minute timeslot per child. A staff member will email you with your child's assigned start time prior to the session. Questions? Email dorsak@bo......More

Read with a licensed therapy dog. Practice reading skills in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Registration required. One 15-minute timeslot per child. A staff member will email you with your child's assigned start time prior to the session. Questions? Email [email protected] and Paws takes place on the first and second Monday of the month at NoBo.

Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library

Banned Books Club

Read and discuss books that have been challenged or banned in this monthly book club celebrating the freedom to read. This month, we'll read Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe.Register to attend this book club, then stop by the NoBo Library to pick up your free copy of the boo......More

Read and discuss books that have been challenged or banned in this monthly book club celebrating the freedom to read. This month, we'll read Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe.Register to attend this book club, then stop by the NoBo Library to pick up your free copy of the book while supplies last.Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

English 3 Class

ENGLISH 3 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults, is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 3: Expanding, is for learners who can communicate on topics regularly foun......More

ENGLISH 3 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults, is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 3: Expanding, is for learners who can communicate on topics regularly found in social and work settings. You will learn to describe events, experiences, hopes, and goals, and express reasons for opinions and plans. Classes meet in-person at NoBo Library and learners must attend every session. We provide all class materials! Childcare is not available. Schedule: September 8 – November 19, Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 – 7:00 pm If you are unsure which class is for you, you can find descriptions of all the English classes on the BoulderReads website. Contact [email protected] for more information.

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

English 5 Class

Sign up here for no-cost, English class for adults! This BoulderReads program is for Boulder County residents and workers (16 years and older). This class, English 5: Composition, is for advanced learners interested in developing their English literacy skills. You will......More

Sign up here for no-cost, English class for adults! This BoulderReads program is for Boulder County residents and workers (16 years and older). This class, English 5: Composition, is for advanced learners interested in developing their English literacy skills. You will learn about English language structure, grammar, and vocabulary. You will use this knowledge to improve your reading and writing for specific purposes and develop a personal reading or writing project. Classes meet in-person at NoBo Library and learners are expected to attend every session. We provide all class materials! Childcare is not available. English 5: Composition September 9 – November 18, Tuesdays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm If you are unsure which class is for you, you can find descriptions of all the English classes on the BoulderReads website. Contact [email protected] for more information.

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

English 1 Class

ENGLISH 1 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 1: Beginning, is for learners who are new to English. You will learn simple......More

ENGLISH 1 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 1: Beginning, is for learners who are new to English. You will learn simple everyday expressions to communicate basic needs in speech and in writing. Classes meet in-person at NoBo Library and learners are expected to attend every session. We provide all class materials! Childcare is not available. Schedule: September 9 – November 20, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:00 pm If you are unsure which class is for you, you can find descriptions of all the English classes on the BoulderReads website. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library

High School Equivalency Preparation Class in English

It's time to finish your high school diploma with an experienced instructor in a small group setting! The library offers in-person preparation classes, providing all learning materials needed at no cost. In order to earn a high school equivalency diploma you must pass a......More

It's time to finish your high school diploma with an experienced instructor in a small group setting! The library offers in-person preparation classes, providing all learning materials needed at no cost. In order to earn a high school equivalency diploma you must pass all 5 tests.This class prepares you for the Math subject test. Additional tutoring support may be available if needed.Learners must be 16 years old and live or work in Boulder County. Registration is required and is limited to learners who have already passed their Language Arts (Reading and Writing) official exam(s). Registration will open on July 29nd and close on August 23rd. Register hereQuestions about this class or want to know when our next Reading and Writing class will begin? Email us at: [email protected].

NoBo Library

Baby Time

Join us for Baby Time at NoBo Library! We will read, sing, and play together to develop early literacy skills and provide connection opportunities for caregivers.Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Founda......More

Join us for Baby Time at NoBo Library! We will read, sing, and play together to develop early literacy skills and provide connection opportunities for caregivers.Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Book Circle at NoBo

Meet fellow book lovers and discuss your favorite reads at this monthly event! We will talk about books we've read and loved recently, share recommendations, and enjoy light snacks.

Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library

English 3 Class

ENGLISH 3 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults, is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 3: Expanding, is for learners who can communicate on topics regularly foun......More

ENGLISH 3 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults, is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 3: Expanding, is for learners who can communicate on topics regularly found in social and work settings. You will learn to describe events, experiences, hopes, and goals, and express reasons for opinions and plans. Classes meet in-person at NoBo Library and learners must attend every session. We provide all class materials! Childcare is not available. Schedule: September 8 – November 19, Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 – 7:00 pm If you are unsure which class is for you, you can find descriptions of all the English classes on the BoulderReads website. Contact [email protected] for more information.

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

High School Equivalency Preparation Class in English

It's time to finish your high school diploma with an experienced instructor in a small group setting! The library offers preparation classes, providing all learning materials needed. In order to earn a high school equivalency diploma you must pass all 5 tests.This class......More

It's time to finish your high school diploma with an experienced instructor in a small group setting! The library offers preparation classes, providing all learning materials needed. In order to earn a high school equivalency diploma you must pass all 5 tests.This class prepares you for the Reading & Writing subject tests and will be hybrid (online and in-person). Additional tutoring support may be available if needed. Learners must attend the first class (September 18) in-person at NoBo library in order to collect the study materials for the remainder of classes.Learners must be 16 years old and live or work in Boulder County. Registration is required and is limited to 15 learners.Registration will open on July 29nd and close on September 2nd. Register hereQuestions about this class or want to know when our next Reading and Writing class will begin? Email us at: [email protected].

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Reading Buddies at NoBo

*Registration is RequiredReading Buddies is a program intended to promote a passion for reading and books in young children. Each Little Buddy is matched with an adult volunteer or CU student, their Big Buddy, and spends 90 minutes a week engaging in fun reading, writin......More

*Registration is RequiredReading Buddies is a program intended to promote a passion for reading and books in young children. Each Little Buddy is matched with an adult volunteer or CU student, their Big Buddy, and spends 90 minutes a week engaging in fun reading, writing and literacy activities over the course of a semester.Interested in participating? Please fill out this online registration.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

In-Person Conversations in English Thursday Afternoons at NoBo Library

Boulder Public Library District offers FREE Conversations in English (CIE) groups for adult English language learners to practice their speaking and listening skills in a friendly and informal environment. This program is for individuals 18 who live, work, or are visit......More

Boulder Public Library District offers FREE Conversations in English (CIE) groups for adult English language learners to practice their speaking and listening skills in a friendly and informal environment. This program is for individuals 18 who live, work, or are visiting in Boulder County, Colorado. There is no homework. Just show up and practice your English with others!This group meets in-person at the NoBo Library in the BoulderReads Classroom on Thursdays, 4:15-5:30 p.m. First time participating? Please fill out this online form.*Note* Please try to arrive on time. If no participants arrive by 10 minutes after start time, our volunteer facilitators may choose to end the in-person session early. Thank you for understanding.For more information, email BoulderReads at [email protected].

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

English 1 Class

ENGLISH 1 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 1: Beginning, is for learners who are new to English. You will learn simple......More

ENGLISH 1 IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.BoulderReads newest program, no-cost English classes for adults is for Boulder County residents, workers, and visitors (16 years). This class, English 1: Beginning, is for learners who are new to English. You will learn simple everyday expressions to communicate basic needs in speech and in writing. Classes meet in-person at NoBo Library and learners are expected to attend every session. We provide all class materials! Childcare is not available. Schedule: September 9 – November 20, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:00 pm If you are unsure which class is for you, you can find descriptions of all the English classes on the BoulderReads website. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime at NoBo

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Drop-In High School Equivalency Test Tutoring

Come drop-in for tutoring Saturdays from 11:00am until 1:00pm in the BoulderReads Classroom, at NoBo Library. All students studying for the HiSET are welcome to come by for extra support from a tutor, to take a practice test, or to use the space to individually study. P......More

Come drop-in for tutoring Saturdays from 11:00am until 1:00pm in the BoulderReads Classroom, at NoBo Library. All students studying for the HiSET are welcome to come by for extra support from a tutor, to take a practice test, or to use the space to individually study. Please bring your study materials with you. Any patrons interested in joining a HiSET class in the future, are also welcome to drop-in and learn about the class, the HiSET test, and ask questions to our tutors and staff.¡Hay tutorías en NoBo en español y en inglés los sábados de 11:00am a 1:00 pm! Ven y trabajar con un tutor, realiza exámenes de práctica o estudia en un lugar tranquilo para tus exámenes de HiSET. Por favor trae tus materiales de estudio contigo. Si está interesado en unirse a una clase de HiSET en el futuro, le invitamos a venir y aprender sobre la clase y hacer preguntas a nuestros tutores y personal.Register here / Inscríbete aquí

BoulderReads Classroom, NoBo Library

ECKANKAR of Colorado

This event, sponsored by ECKANKAR as a community service, is a spiritual resource for people of all faiths and beliefs. ECKANKAR is the Path of Spiritual Freedom. It is an individual, creative practice to experience and explore your own unique relationship with the Divi......More

This event, sponsored by ECKANKAR as a community service, is a spiritual resource for people of all faiths and beliefs. ECKANKAR is the Path of Spiritual Freedom. It is an individual, creative practice to experience and explore your own unique relationship with the Divine.The purpose of this free discussion group is to provide a common meeting ground for all who have had, or would like to have, a spiritual experience. Come ready to share your own experiences and insights, or simply listen and learn from others. This event is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and deepen your understanding of the spiritual journey. This event is not hosted by the Boulder Public Library and may be updated, changed, or canceled with little notice. This program is produced by a community partner.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

All Ages Storytime

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that hel......More

Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo's storytime for all ages. Boulder Public Library would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to the Boulder Library Foundation. Your financial support provides funding for library programs, services and facilities that help the people of Boulder develop and grow.

Community Room (2nd Floor), NoBo Library

Pages and Paws at NoBo

Read with a licensed therapy dog. Practice reading skills in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Registration required. One 15-minute timeslot per child. A staff member will email you with your child's assigned start time prior to the session. Questions? Email dorsak@bo......More

Read with a licensed therapy dog. Practice reading skills in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Registration required. One 15-minute timeslot per child. A staff member will email you with your child's assigned start time prior to the session. Questions? Email [email protected] and Paws takes place on the first and second Monday of the month at NoBo.

Meeting Room (1st Floor), NoBo Library