Adults - Discover the distinction between normal age-related memory loss and possible signs of dementia. Our guest presenter is Ralph Patrick from the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado. Learn more

The City of Lafayette's mobile blood drive by Vitalant will take place in the Library parking lot from 10am-2:30pm. Walk-ins are welcome; appointments are encouraged! Learn more/sign up

The Library is closed in recognition of Memorial Day. The book drops will be locked from 5pm on Saturday until 9am on Tuesday. Library Calendar

Sign up your kids for weekly Reading, Writing, or Maker Buddies (programs run mid-June through July). Kids read and play games, do creative writing, or develop Makerspace projects with teen volunteers. Registration for the full 6-week session is required. Details and Registration

Teens in grades 6-12 - we have many opportunities to volunteer this summer! Training sessions are beginning, so sign up now! Learn more and sign up

Teens in grades 9-12 - Learn quick and easy practices, co-led and created by teen peers, to support you in navigating teen life today. Don’t let stress diminish your fun and self-expression in the world! Registration for the series is required. Sign up

Kick off to Summer Reading with an all-ages performance by the dynamic Denver-based Grupo Tlaloc Danza Azteca. More Details

Kids and families - come dressed in your finest for a special storytime with Shirley. Drag Queen Storytime captures the imagination and gender fluidity of childhood play and celebrates people of all shapes, sizes, and forms! More Details

Don't miss an all-ages Books & Beats musical performance by Chicano Heat, outside on the North Lawn/Plaza. More Details

Join the fun all-ages storytime and nature event "Who are the Critters in your Neighborhood?" at Coal Creek Trail. Gather at the trailhead at S. Public Road for storytime, followed by a walk along the Coal Creek Trail. More Details

Enjoy all-ages hijinks on the high seas with pirate captain Ann Lincoln and her animal crew. You will set sail on a show full of juggling, magic, comedy, and adventure, followed by an up-close look at the live animals! More Details

All ages - Sans Souci Festival of Dance Cinema (SSFCD), a Boulder-based festival of dance film, brings you a free afternoon event for the family (recommended for ages 6+ ). More Details

Families - come dressed in your finest for Family Book Bingo with local drag queen Shirley Delta Blow. Registration is required - submit one registration for your family. More Details

Families - join us on Tune into Nature Tuesday for Bilingual Twilight Tales, "Cuenta Cuentos de Verano con la Naturalista Juanita Echeverri de OSMP" (Summer Tale Tell with Naturalist Juanita Echeverri of Boulder's Open Space and Mountain Parks). Storytime schedule

All ages - the circus is coming to the Library! Join us for acrobats, jugglers, and aerialists… Oh my! This lively show, created for our community, features juggling, stunts, aerial work, and fun opportunities for audience participation. More Details

Don't miss an all-ages Books & Beats musical performance by 123 Andrés, the Latin Grammy-winning team husband-wife team of Andrés and Christina. More Details

At present, we have COVID test kits in stock, but have not receive a new order of N95 masks. When a new order is received, this notification will be updated. Read on...

Join us for the all-ages Summer Reading Program finale with Jeff and Paige! Jeff and Paige are a beloved local award-winning duo who use interactive, joyful, nature-focused performances to engage and entertain kids and families. More Details

El requisito del uso de mascarilla del condado de Boulder termina el 18 de febrero. Learn More

Adults and teens - drop in to explore the Library Makerspace! Learn about the equipment we have, programs we offer, and tools available for making designs. Hours and Details

PINs (personal identification numbers) are now required to access and use the features of your online library account (My Account). Read on...

Death Cafés bring adults together for authentic, engaging conversations. Sign up for one or more virtual conversations on Zoom, held on the third Thursday of each month at 6pm (registration required). Read on...

Free study rooms and fee-based event spaces are open for use! Learn more

Need help finding your next read? Request a mystery bag of librarian-selected books! Read on...

View hours and details for picking up your books and other items at the Lafayette Public Library. Read on...

The Library is a Sister Carmen donation site during open hours. Read on...

View Library status, get a card, learn about current services, and more! Read on...