Welcoming New Public Library Trustees: Orientation Tips & Resources
A version of this post originally appeared in the December 2019 issue of the Trustee Corner. At the start of the …
Colorado Virtual Library
What is the Office of Consumer Counsel?
Did you know that there is a state office whose mission is to advocate for Colorado utility customers? It’s called …
How Wildlife Survive Colorado Winters
As humans, we have houses, heaters, stoves, and warm clothes and blankets to keep us warm and fed during the …
Start of the 2021 Legislative Session
In Colorado, the second Wednesday in January traditionally marks the convening of the State Legislature, which holds a 120-day session. …
Help is Available from Colorado Crisis Services
We all have personal struggles, and if you’re going through a tough time, one of the most helpful things you …
Virtual Learning for Library Trustees, January-March 2021
There are plenty of opportunities for library trustee learning in early 2021. Here are a few that may be of …
Nutrition and Aging
This time of year, many people are making resolutions to become healthier. As we age, our nutrition needs change. According …
A Window to History: New Year’s Resolutions in Old Colorado Newspapers
While many of us I’m sure are glad to wave bye-bye to 2020 and look only to a brighter future, …
Colorado State Parks: Eleven Mile
Eleven Mile State Park, located in central Colorado’s South Park region, offers a variety of outdoor activities year-round. The central …
Time Machine Tuesday: Denver Parks and Parkways
Visitors and those new to Denver often remark on the city’s miles of tree-lined parkways and extensive park system. In …
Colorado and Wyoming Launch New Historic Newspapers Collection Online Database
Just a little over five years ago the Colorado State Library released the new and improved Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection …
H2infO: Colorado Water Provider Info Tool
Colorado homebuyers and realtors looking for information on a property’s water provider now have a handy new tool. H2infO, a …
COVID-19 Vaccine Information from the State of Colorado
The State of Colorado is currently planning for the distribution of the new COVID-19 vaccine. Today, the state received its …
United for Libraries Self-Paced Learning Pilot
Are you looking for more ways to learn about your role as a library trustee? Would you like to be …
Feeding and Observing Birds in Winter
Finding food can be a challenge for birds in wintertime, so many people choose to provide backyard bird feeders during …
Trustee Corner – December 2020
The Trustee Corner is a monthly series featuring information of interest to public library boards. Topics include training opportunities, legal …
CHNC Comes to Marmot
We are excited to announce that in December 2020, libraries that are part of the Marmot Library Network and Marmot’s …
Time Machine Tuesday: The State Office Building Turns 100
The State Office Building — home of the Colorado State Library — will soon be marking a century at the …
View free WiFi locations in Colorado
Public libraries are helping their community members access the internet to complete essential tasks such as online schoolwork or applying for a job, even if the building is closed to the public. The buildings are just one aspect of the kinds of exemplary library services offered in Colorado.
Colorado’s Conifers
This year, an Engelmann spruce from Colorado was selected as the official U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. The tree comes from …