Canyon Theater Open Houses
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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.
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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.
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Looking for Volunteer Opportunities?
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BoulderReads New Tutor Orientation Sessions
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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.
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Volunteer as a Docent at Carnegie Library
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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.
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.
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Reading Buddies Volunteer
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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.
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Volunteer as a Tutor for High School Equivalency Classes
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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.
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High School Equivalency / Equivalencia de la Escuela Secundaria
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High School Equivalency Preparation classes in English - Registration Begins December 2
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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.
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Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria en Español
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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.
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Shape Boulder’s Future Through Storytelling
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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.
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Drag Story Hour - Saturday, January 18, 10:15 - 11:00, Canyon Theater at main.
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