Adult Corner
Diversity Book Club 
Read books by diverse authors and discuss them over tea and coffee. January’s book selection is “Solito,” by Javier Zamora. Can’t make it in person? Join us with Zoom at https://bit.ly/ReynoldsDBC.  
Tuesday, January 14, 2 - 3 p.m.,  at Reynolds. 
Social Stitchers  
Calling all Knitters, Crocheters, Embroiderers, and Cross-Stitchers! Bring your fiber arts projects and enjoy a monthly gathering where you can chat and connect with others while working on your personal creations. Communal tools will also be available for use.
Wednesday, January 15, 5 – 6:30 p.m., Boulder Creek Room at Main.
Thursday, January 16, 1 – 3 p.m., at Reynolds.
Antique Care Roadshow - STUDIO 24  
Discover how to preserve and protect your personal and family treasures with guidance from our STUDIO 24 makerspace team and Carnegie archive staff! Bring your photos, heirloom quilts, textiles, small wooden furniture pieces, documents, family stories, scrapbooks, recordings, or any questions you have. We'll help you create a plan to safeguard your history for years to come.
While we cannot appraise, assess value, or preserve your items for you, you’ll leave STUDIO 24 equipped with the knowledge to care for your cherished belongings. Drop by and start preserving your legacy!
Friday, January 24, 1 - 4 p.m.,STUDIO 24 at NoBo.  

Teens Events 
Creativity Alive Class 
Connect with fellow creatives through engaging, interactive exercises designed to spark creativity in the SEEN gallery space, led by Merlyn Holmes, founder of Creativity Alive. Part of the Creativity Alive SEEN initiative, these sessions promote joy, productivity, and meaningful connection. Light refreshments will be available. Attend one or both sessions—each will feature unique activities!
Thursday, January 9, 4:30 - 6 p.m., Canyon Gallery at Main. 
Thursday, January 16, 4:30 - 6 p.m., Canyon Gallery at Main. 
Library
Let’s Play Magic: The Gathering
A monthly Magic: The Gathering club for players of all skill levels! Beginners can learn the rules, explore deck-building, and receive starter cards. Experienced players are welcome to bring their own decks and challenge seasoned opponents. Registration required.
Sunday, January 12,  12:30 - 1:30 p.m., at Meadows.
Register here
Library
Comic Book Creation Club
Get creative and challenge yourself by writing and drawing your very own comic books!. Registration required
Sunday, January 18, 1 - 2:30 p.m., at Meadows. 
Register here
Library

Canyon Theater Open Houses 
Visit the Canyon Theater to explore whether it’s the perfect venue for your next event! Theater staff will be available on-site to guide you through the space, review the available equipment, answer your questions, and help you start planning your event with us. No appointment is needed—just drop by during open house hours.
Saturday, January 11, 10 a.m. - Noon., Canyon Theater at Main. 
Saturday, February 8, 10 a.m. - Noon., Canyon Theater at Main. 

Reading Buddies 
The Reading Buddies program fosters positive relationships with reading and writing for children in grades 1–3. Each child is paired with an adult volunteer or a University of Colorado student for 10–12 weekly sessions. During these 90-minute sessions, pairs enjoy games, read books, and write their own stories—all while having fun and building confidence.
Wednesdays, February 4 – April 23 at Main.
Thursdays, Feruary 5 – April 24 at NoBo. 
Little Buddy Application

Looking for Volunteer Opportunities?
BoulderReads New Tutor Orientation Sessions 
Learn about becoming a BoulderReads tutor! This session will cover program resources, tutor training, responsibilities, and the powerful impact tutoring has on the lives of tutor-student pairs. Orientation is required before signing up for the full tutor training in January–February 2025.
Wednesday, January 15, 6 p.m. at  NoBo.
Wednesday, January 22, 6 p.m. at NoBo.
Learn more and register
Volunteer as a Docent at Carnegie Library
The Carnegie Library, a local history branch of the Boulder Public Library, serves as an archive for the Boulder and Boulder County communities. We are seeking volunteer docents to welcome visitors and provide tours during the library’s new public walk-in hours.
 
Interested in becoming a docent? Learn more and complete the volunteer application here: Carnegie Library Docents | Boulder Public Library.
For questions, contact volunteer@boulderlibrary.org, or visit our website at boulderlibrary.org/volunteer for more information.
Training sessions for volunteers Saturday, January 18 and Thursday January 23, 4 - 5 p.m., at Carnegie. 
Learn more and register
Reading Buddies Volunteer
The Reading Buddies program helps children develop positive relationships with reading and writing. Designed for kids in grades 1–3, each child is paired with an adult volunteer or a University of Colorado student for 10–12 sessions. During these 90-minute sessions, buddies play games, read books, and create their own stories—all while having fun and building confidence.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays starting at the end of January. 
Learn more and sign up
Volunteer as a Tutor for High School Equivalency Classes 
Our High School Equivalency classes are seeking tutors to support adult learners working toward their high school equivalency certificate. No teaching or tutoring experience is necessary! This is a great opportunity to connect with others and give back to the community. Visit our volunteer website to learn more and sign up today!
 
For questions, contact boulderreads@boulderlibrary.org. Additional information can be found on our website.
Mondays in Spanish, February 3 – May 5, 10 – 11:30 a.m. at NoBo.
Tuesdays in Spanish, February 4 – April 28, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Online via Zoom. 
Tuesdays in English, February 11 – April 28, 6 – 8 p.m. at NoBo.
Learn more and sign up

High School Equivalency / Equivalencia de la Escuela Secundaria
High School Equivalency Preparation classes in English - Registration Begins December 2
Ready to complete your high school diploma? Join our in-person HiSET/GED preparation classes, taught by experienced instructors in a supportive small-group setting. The library provides these classes at no cost, including all learning materials.
Eligibility: Learners must be 17 or older and live or work in Boulder County. The class covers all four subject tests: math, language arts, social studies, and science.
Registration is required and limited to 18 students.
Questions? Email us at boulderreads@boulderlibrary.org or visit our website for more details.
Register Here
Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria en Español
Se impartirán 12 sesiones presenciales de lectura y escritura. La inscripción y los materiales de estudio son gratuitos. Los participantes deben tener 18 años o más y residir o trabajar en el condado de Boulder. La clase está limitada a 15 participantes.
Si tenes preguntas, escríbenos a BoulderReads@boulderlibrary.org o visita nuestro sitio internet aquí. 
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Shape Boulder’s Future Through Storytelling
Boulder County, the City of Boulder, and Motus Playback Theater invite you to an interactive event shaping the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP). Share your vision for Boulder’s future, and watch professional actors bring your stories to life through movement, music, and spoken word.
This free event is open to all, with live Spanish interpretation provided. Don’t miss this creative and impactful experience to help shape the next 20 years of planning!
Saturday, January 25, 7 - 9 p.m., Canyon Theater at Main. 
Saturday, February 8, 2 - 4 p.m.,  Penfield Tate Municipal II Building at Council Chambers.

Other Events
Kiddie Drive-in Movie - Saturday, January 11, 2 - 3:30 p.m., Boulder Creek Room at Main. 
Drag Story Hour - Saturday, January 18, 10:15 - 11:00, Canyon Theater at main.
Parents and Relatives of Youth Narcan Training - Tuesday, January 21, 6 - 7 p.m., Flatiron Room at Main. 

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