Englewood Public Library Ledger - February 2022

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Library Returns to Regular Services

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Regular Hours Resume February 22

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Library Closed on Presidents' Day - February 21

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Local Author Event at Library

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The Englewood Public Library will be highlighting the talents of local Colorado authors on March 19th from 2-5 pm. Seize your opportunity to talk directly with authors, find out about their books, and enjoy the library while you’re here.


Library Nominated for Community Organization of the Year

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We are thrilled to announce we've been nominated for Englewood Community Organization of the Year in the Englewood Chamber of Commerce's Annual Business Awards Banquet. To cast your vote, click here.


Kids' Next Reads

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Do you need help finding the right level books for your new reader? Are you looking for book suggestions for your reluctant reader? Do you have a reader who is reading through books so fast you can't keep them in books? Do you just want a surprise set of books? Even though the library is open for browsing, the Children's Librarians are happy to help you pick out books for your kids, tweens and teens.

Submit a request to our Kids' Next Reads service and the children’s librarians will pick out 10 books and place them on hold for you. All you need to do is pick them up at the library. The request form lets you enter the type of books (i.e. picture, chapter, etc.) as well as provide us information on what types of books your child is interested in. Add in the notes if you have special requests (need books on a theme or need more than 10 books or specifics on your child’s reading level) to help us know how to choose the best books for you. If you have more than one child, please submit a separate request for each child.


Winter Reading Program

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Please join Englewood Public Library for our second annual Winter Reading Challenge! Have fun while you read, explore, and discover new books, movies, and services provided by your local library. Complete all three tasks and win a prize (while supplies last). 

Register online here. 


Celebrate Black History Month with Books by Black Authors

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Upcoming Adult Programs

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Resource Connect

Every Monday 11:30-2:30pm in the Anderson Room

If you are looking for help with food & nutrition, medical or mental health, family wellness, job training, or just applying for a job, please visit the Anderson Room. We will have several local resources here to talk to every Monday from 9:30 - 12:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome. No registration required. 

Introduction to Genealogy

March 5, 2:00-3:30pm in the Anderson Room

Have you always wanted to research your ancestors but didn’t know where to start? If so, this basic class will give you some resources and valuable local connections. Some of the topics include where to find records, how and when to document your sources, building your family tree with software, using on-line resources and an introduction to the Englewood Library genealogical collection. In partnership with the Columbine Genealogical & Historical Society, Englewood Public Library invites you to attend this free class so you can get started with researching your family tree. No registration required.

Introduction to Nonviolent Communication

March 12, 1:00-4:00pm in the Perrin Room

In partnership with the Rocky Mountain Compassionate Communication Network, the Library is offering this introductory class to Non-Violent Communication (NVC) based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg and grounded in compassion and common human needs. NVC helps transform patterns that often lead to conflict or disconnection from ourselves and others. Please join us for this free class and discover the many ways it can transform your life. To register, click here


Upcoming Computer Classes

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MS Excel: the basics

March 5 - 10:30am - Noon in the Tech Lab

Excel spreadsheets allow you to easily store, organize, and manipulate data. This class teaches the basics of Excel (inserting text, basic functions, AutoSum, AutoFill, and more) by creating a budget and making Excel do all the math for you! Registration required. Call us at 303-762-2560 to register.

MS Excel: formatting & functions

March 19 - 10:30am - Noon in the Tech Lab

Have you taken our basics class? It’s time to move on and expand your Excel knowledge. Learn about conditional formatting, freezing rows, and using tables. Basic Excel skills necessary. Registration required. Call us at 303-762-2560 to register.