Baby Storytime (0-24 months)

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please register each child and adult attending this storytime. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! ......More

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please register each child and adult attending this storytime. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welco......More

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Koelbel Walking Group

Join library staff every Tuesday as we explore trails and neighborhoods surrounding Koelbel Library. Meet new people, connect with neighbors, enjoy good conversations and learn about library resources as we walk in Centennial and Greenwood Village. We will meet on the......More

Join library staff every Tuesday as we explore trails and neighborhoods surrounding Koelbel Library. Meet new people, connect with neighbors, enjoy good conversations and learn about library resources as we walk in Centennial and Greenwood Village. We will meet on the library patio at 9:00 am and leave no later than 9:10 am. From there we will explore the trails and neighborhoods that surround Koelbel Library, walking approximately 1-2 miles. Walk will conclude by 10:00 am.  For teens and adults but all ages are welcome. Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcome too. Our staff will have waivers on hand for you to sign before the walk begins. Consider bringing a water bottle and light snack. We also suggest wearing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.  Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. 

Toddler Storytime (Ages 2-3)

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! ......More

Join us for short books, lots of songs and rhymes, and lay a foundation for language and learning! Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welco......More

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Family Storytime (All Ages)

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welco......More

Let's read, sing, rhyme and move together, and lay a foundation for reading and learning! We plan for ages 0-5; older children are also welcome. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Please reserve spots for each child and adult attending. Drop-ins welcome as space allows! Sensory Support Kits are available for in-library use for children experiencing anxiety or feeling overwhelmed in a public space.

Graphic Arts Book Club (Ages 9-12)

Calling all tween graphic novel readers and artists! Join us for our monthly "Graphic Arts Book Club" where we will discuss a graphic novel and build up our drawing skills. For our book selection, we're going to discuss the graphic novel ......More

Calling all tween graphic novel readers and artists! Join us for our monthly "Graphic Arts Book Club" where we will discuss a graphic novel and build up our drawing skills. For our book selection, we're going to discuss the graphic novel Wings of Fire by Tui Sutherland. You can access it through the library, or get a digital copy through Hoopla with your library card! This program is designed for kids (ages 9-12) based on the skills we'll be practicing or the tools used. Offering age-appropriate programming allows us to craft memorable and personalized experiences for all our patrons, no matter their age. Manage your event registration through "My Events" when signed in to a library account.

Open Mic Night at Koelbel

Join us for an Open Mic Night at Koelbel Library! Poetry, music, comedy, all are welcome. There will be 15 five minute performance slots available, sign up for slots will be at the door on a first come first serve basis. Please register yourself and guests here as wel......More

Join us for an Open Mic Night at Koelbel Library! Poetry, music, comedy, all are welcome. There will be 15 five minute performance slots available, sign up for slots will be at the door on a first come first serve basis. Please register yourself and guests here as well so that we can stay within room capacity.  Light refreshments will be provided!

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Koelbel Walking Group

Join library staff every Tuesday as we explore trails and neighborhoods surrounding Koelbel Library. Meet new people, connect with neighbors, enjoy good conversations and learn about library resources as we walk in Centennial and Greenwood Village. We will meet on the......More

Join library staff every Tuesday as we explore trails and neighborhoods surrounding Koelbel Library. Meet new people, connect with neighbors, enjoy good conversations and learn about library resources as we walk in Centennial and Greenwood Village. We will meet on the library patio at 9:00 am and leave no later than 9:10 am. From there we will explore the trails and neighborhoods that surround Koelbel Library, walking approximately 1-2 miles. Walk will conclude by 10:00 am.  For teens and adults but all ages are welcome. Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcome too. Our staff will have waivers on hand for you to sign before the walk begins. Consider bringing a water bottle and light snack. We also suggest wearing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.  Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. 

American Mahjong Open Play

Are you looking for other players to practice America-style mahjong? Have you taken lessons but struggled to find a group that you could join? Come to Koelbel Library once a month for our open play sessions. Bring your updated National Mahjong League card and the libra......More

Are you looking for other players to practice America-style mahjong? Have you taken lessons but struggled to find a group that you could join? Come to Koelbel Library once a month for our open play sessions. Bring your updated National Mahjong League card and the library will provide tables and mahjong sets.  This program is designed for players who are already familiar with basic mahjong rules. If you'd like to learn how to play mahjong, please look for our Mahjong for Beginners program.

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.

Tween Drama Club at the Library (Ages 9-12)

Are you interested in drama or the performing arts? Come join us every month for games, practice, activities and more in The Forum Theatre! This program is designed for kids (ages 9-12) based on the skills we'll be practicing or the tools used. Offering age-appropriat......More

Are you interested in drama or the performing arts? Come join us every month for games, practice, activities and more in The Forum Theatre! This program is designed for kids (ages 9-12) based on the skills we'll be practicing or the tools used. Offering age-appropriate programming allows us to craft memorable and personalized experiences for all our patrons, no matter their age. Manage your event registration through "My Events" when signed in to a library account. DISCOVER MORE Running of out books to read? Ask a librarian for even more personalized recommendations! Visit the Kids Page to discover additional recommendations and resources.

Koelbel Fiction Book Club

Join us to discuss Real Americans by Rachel Khong. Check out our upcoming selections. 

Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the ......More

Take a few minutes to drop in the Children's Area with your 2-5 year old to play and chat with an Early Literacy Specialist! We will have a short literacy-building activity for your child to try and some of our favorite books to recommend. DISCOVER MORE Visit the 0–5 page to discover staff picks, resources and more for the youngest kiddos. Browse coming soon picture books. Have a question about early childhood development or literacy? Ask a librarian. Read early childhood blogs to learn tips and tricks.