The Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Sunday, May 28 and Monday, May 29. Book drops will be locked from 5pm on Saturday until 9am on Tuesday. View Calendar

Teens in grades 6-12 - we have many opportunities to volunteer this summer! Read on

Kids in grades 3-5...have some science fun this summer! Sign up for an hour each week from June 9-July 12 to work with CU student mentors on hands-on physics experiments! Sign up

Kids and teens ages 10-15 - Learn how to use a sewing machine with guest crafter Karen McKnight. Today's project: make a throw pillow! Learn More/Sign Up

Adults 18 and older - sign up for a 3-session workshop to learn the basics of knitting! This class will meet on June 5, 12, and 26 (Library closed June 19.) Sign up

Teens in grades 6-12 - Come sew with us! Learn embroidery basics, then add materials to embellish your pieces. Sign up for the 4-week session. Sign Up

Sign up for Summer Reading, and visit each Saturday for fun events at the Library! Read on...

All Ages - join the Library and Arts & Cultural Resources to kick off summer with Jeff and Paige at Festival Plaza, 311 S. Public Road Learn More

All ages - join us for a dynamic performance by Denver-based Grupo Tlaloc Danza Azteca as we charge into a summer of reading and community events! Learn more

All ages - join Rick Pruitt and Tamara Meneghini for an afternoon blending music, family classics, and favorite tales of friendship, love, and laughter. Learn more

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...

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...

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

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

Sign up for Summer Reading starting June 1, and visit each Saturday for fun events at the Library! Learn more

Kids ages 5-10 - drop in to spend 15 minutes sharing a book with a special therapy dog! View Calendar

Adults 18 and older - sign up for a 3-session workshop to learn the basics of knitting! This class will meet on June 5, 12, and 26 (Library closed June 19.) Sign up

Teens in grades 6-12 - Come sew with us! Learn embroidery basics, then add materials to embellish your pieces. Sign up for the 4-week session. Sign Up

Kids and teens ages 10-15 - Learn how to use a sewing machine with guest crafter Karen McKnight. Today's project: make a throw pillow! Learn More/Sign Up

Kids in Grades K-3 - sign up to have fun reading and playing games with our teen volunteers. Registration is for the 6-week session. Sign Up

Kids in grades K-3 - sign up to have fun reading and playing games with our teen volunteers. Registration is for the 6-week session. Sign Up

All Ages - kick off Summer Reading with Jeff and Paige at Festival Plaza, 311 S. Public Road! Learn More

All ages - join us for a dynamic performance by Denver-based Grupo Tlaloc Danza Azteca as we charge into a summer of reading and community events! Learn more

All ages - join Rick Pruitt and Tamara Meneghini for an afternoon blending music, family classics, and favorite tales of friendship, love, and laughter. Learn more

Kids and caregivers - join us for a storytime designed for individuals who are neurodiverse or have sensory needs. This is a structured storytime, with books read by a board-certified behavior analyst. Storytime Schedule

All ages - join author Malia Manuakea to celebrate the release of her book "Lei and the Fire Goddess." Festivities will include a reading and book signing, a traditional Hula featuring Keaka O Kalani, and treats! Learn more

All ages - sign up to learn marimba from Zivanai and Helen Masango of Afropop group ZiMBiRA...“If you can talk, you can sing. If you can walk, you can dance.” Sign up

Adults ages 55 and older - join us for a workshop in the Library Makerspace. Sign up online through the Senior Center. Register (on Webtrac)

Families - Come dressed in your finest for Storytime featuring the beloved local family entertainer Shirley Delta Blow. Learn more

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Kids and teens ages 10-15 - Learn how to use a sewing machine with guest crafter Karen McKnight. Today's project: make a phone bag! Learn More/Sign Up

All ages - join Boulder County Parks & Open Space (BOCO) volunteer naturalists for a beginner’s guide to our colorful local butterflies. Learn more

join BackStory Theatre for a unique, interactive, and semi-improvised version of "The Three Little Pigs" for young audiences. Learn more

Families - enjoy the magic and comedy of one of the region's favorite entertainers, Ann Lincoln! Learn more

Families - Enjoy a book reading and hands-on art experience with local author Lulu Buck, author of the children's book "Sue's Sky." Learn more

Kids and caregivers - join us for a storytime designed for individuals who are neurodiverse or have sensory needs. This is a structured storytime, with books read by a board-certified behavior analyst. Storytime Schedule

All ages - take a musical trip around the world with Denver-area musician Michael Stanwood. Learn more

Kids and teens ages 10-15 - Learn how to use a sewing machine with guest crafter Karen McKnight. Today's project: make pajama pants! Learn More/Sign Up

All ages - enjoy a performance of Traditional, Folk and Popular Contemporary Zimbabwean and Southern African music by world renowned multi-instrumentalist/musician Zivanai Masango. Learn more

Families - join BackStory Theatre for a morning of make believe at the Library. Learn more

Families - learn the origin of the Mayan Worry Dolls. Make your own so you can also get rid of your worries! Aprende el origen de las Muñequitas Quitapenas Mayas. Haz las tuyas propias para que también puedas deshacerte de tus preocupaciones. Learn more

Kids and teens - did you complete four Summer Reading goals? Redeem your prize sticker for free entry to the the Great Outdoors Waterpark during open hours on Friday, Aug. 4. Learn more

Teen Maker Hangout and Makerspace Drop In hours are available each week. Check the calendar to be sure it is on (we do have to cancel sometimes), and visit our Makerspace page to learn how to get involved! Makerspace Details