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Book Clubs
Looking for a book club or film discussion group to join? Check out these
clubs to find a discussion group that matches your interests, or get
started with our online book clubs. Drop-in and visit the club of your
choice. New members are always welcome. Visit the
Books, DVDs, CDs page of
MyLibrary.us to view more information on each club.
Book Lovers' Book Club
Carbon Valley Regional Library
6:00 pm, February 23
Freakonomics: a rogue economist explores the hidden side of everything
by Steven Levitt, co-authored by Stephen Dubner.
Book Lovers' Book Club
Erie Community Library
11:30 am, February 9
Bring your lunch. Beverage provided.
Centennial Park Evening Book Club
Centennial Park Library
6:30 pm, February 8
The Eleventh Man by Ivan Doig
Farr Evening Book Club
Farr Regional Library
6:30 pm, February 17
Farr Non-Fiction Book Club
Farr Regional Library
1:00 pm, February 1
Farr Tuesday Afternoon Book Club
Farr Regional Library
1:30 pm, February 16
Great Books Reading and Discussion Program
Centennial Park Library
2:00 pm, February 22
Rothschild's Fiddle by Chekhov
Mystery at Lunch Book Club
Centennial Park Library
11:30 am, February 11
Popular Fiction Book Club
Erie Community Library
11:30 am, February 24
Tri-Town Seniors Book Club
Carbon Valley Regional Library
9:30 am, February 24
This club meets at the Prairie Greens Club House in Frederick.
Greg Mortenson comes to Greeley!
Greg Mortenson, author of Three Cups of Tea, will be speaking in Greeley at the UNC Butler Hancock Pavilion on February 10 at 3:30 pm. Free tickets for the public will be available beginning January 27 at the University Center, 20th Street and 10th Avenue. There is a limit of two tickets per person.
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Programs
(R) indicates registration is required.
Carbon Valley Regional Library
Family Film Night
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
6:00-7:30 pm, February 4
Snow Buddies (Rated G, 87 minutes)
Disney's adorable talking puppies are back, and this time they venture to
the arctic and team up with two new friends, Talan and Shasta, in a
thrilling dogsled race across Alaska. The group must band together to face
fur-raising challenges to win the race and find their way back home.
Writer's Group: Graphic Novels
(adults and teens)
6:00 pm, February 9
Are you interested in writing? Sharing your ideas with others? Want to
learn how to get published? Then come and join us for this new group of
enthusiastic, passionate, avid and eager writers who focus on a different
topic each month. Bring dinner if you like; beverages will be available.
Academy Award Afternoons
2:00 pm, February 13
Out of Africa (PG, 150 minutes, 1985)
Come join us as we show Academy Award winning films in preparation for the
82nd Academy Awards. Bring your own movie snacks. This is a program for
adults; patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Carbon Valley Song Circle
Open to all acoustic musicians, 12 and up.
6:00-7:45 pm, February 17
Acoustic musicians, bring your favorite instrument(s) and songs to the Song Circle. No particular expertise required - just a desire to meet new folks and share in the fun of playing music and learning new songs. Music begins at 6:00 pm, so arrive early to get tuned up.
Academy Award Afternoons
2:00 pm, February 20
Million Dollar Baby (PG-13, 137 minutes, 2004)
Come join us as we show Academy Award winning films in preparation for the
82nd Academy Awards. Bring your own movie snacks. This is a program for
adults; patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Centennial Park Library
The Job Corner
9:00 am-4:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm, Monday-Thursday
10:00 am-5:00 pm, Friday and Saturday
1:00 pm-5:00 pm, Sunday
The Job Corner is available for many of your job search needs. We offer
Resume Maker, print and database resources, and a friendly word of
encouragement to help you land that perfect job. A world of opportunity
awaits you so stop by today. Located in the Resource Center.
Meditation Class (R)
5:15-5:45 pm, Wednesdays
Take time off from your hectic week to relax, unwind and rejuvenate yourself with Jeannie Meyers from Re-laxation Unwind Meditation.
High Plains Job Network
10:30 am, Fridays
Looking for a job can be a lonely and alienating experience. Join our weekly support group for individuals who are currently looking for a job and would like to network with other job seekers. Come and share your experience with others. Coffee and tea provided.
Knitter's Circle
(ages 18 and up)
6:30 pm, February 1
All needleworkers welcome! Bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or
any type of needlework and join us. All skill levels welcome. Share your
creative experience and your company. Library craft books will be available
for reference.
Page to Screen Film Discussion
(Rated R: patrons under 17 must be accompanied by an adult/guardian)
5:30 pm, February 2
Public Enemies (Rated R; 143 minutes)
This is the incredible true story of legendary Depression-era bank robber John Dillinger. The charismatic bank robber whose raids made him the number one target of J. Edgar Hoover's fledgling FBI and its top agent, Melvin Purvis, was a folk hero to the common people and irresistible to women.
Create @ Your Library: Loom Knitting
2:00 pm, February 13
Want to get creative in the new year?! Join us to learn a variety of craft
and creative projects from professional instructors. February's craft is
loom knitting. This program is free for adults and older children; no
registration required. Supplies provided while they last. Habla español.
Farr Regional Library
Farr Film Discussion
(Rated R: patrons under 17 must be accompanied by an adult/guardian)
6:30 pm, February 5
Paranormal Activity (Rated R, 90 minutes)
After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban
"starter" house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that seems to
be demonic. It is certainly most active in the middle of the night - especially
when they sleep - where the horrific presence is captured on their video camera.
Using its low-budget effects and mockumentary method to great result, this movie
turns a simple haunted house story into 90 minutes of relentless suspense.
Colorado on the Cheap
6:00-7:30 pm, February 16
Don't let the high cost of gas and airline tickets keep you from traveling.
Colorado is a gold mine of interesting places to see, stay and eat that won't break your budget. Travel photojournalist Ron Stern will be your visual guide and share his insider tips.
Lincoln Park Library
Language Café
2:00 pm, Saturdays
Are you learning English as a second language? Come enjoy a cup of coffee as you practice English conversation with others who are learning the language.
Around the Americas Culinary Adventure (R)
11:00 am-1:00 pm, February 20
Join us for a taste tour of food from other countries. Ian Mickells and the
Evans Community Cooking Club will present a sampling of fare rich in tradition
and diversity. Participants must be 18 and older; registration is required. This
event is in conjunction with UNC's Voices of the Americas.
Crafternoons: Metal Embossing
(adults, teens)
2:00-4:00 pm, February 27
The art of metal embossing has been used on everything from religious icons
to home décor. The technique is easy to learn, and many tools can be made
from items you may already have. See how this ancient craft has been
rediscovered and used for making frames, decorating boxes and bottles,
scrapbooking, creating jewelry, and a variety of other exciting projects!
Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. This
program is intended for those ages 13 and up.
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