At the Library: Chill With A Good Book
The Pauline Robinson Branch Library community room before the renovation: Young people at an After School is Cool program. Photo courtesy of Mary Trujillo
Winter Of Reading For Adults Celebrates 10 Years
By Leslie Williams
Pauline Robinson Branch Librarian
Our annual winter reading program turns 10 years old this year. Winter of Reading began in 2015 as a reading program for adults to participate in and win prizes.
How it works is you visit any of the library locations in person and pick up a game board from one of the staff. This year’s game board is in the form of a bingo card. Complete five activities in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) then return the game board to any of our library locations by Feb. 28 for a limited edition mug or tote bag. If you complete the whole board, you win an additional special edition sticker.
In past years, our two Park Hill neighborhood branches have had a high participation rate. Let’s do it again this year. Visit denverlibrary.org/winterofreading for book recommendations and fun events all winter long.
And now (drumroll, please…) an update on the reopening of the newly-renovated Pauline Robinson branch. Many of you have been wondering, when will the branch reopen? We don’t have an exact date, but it is happening this winter. We cannot wait for you to see our two new public study rooms, plus an addition that will be a community room where programs will be held.
Our new interior layout includes sections for kids, teens and adults. Stay tuned for more information on denverlibrary.org, denlib.org/robinson and the Pauline Robinson branch Facebook page.
February Programs
Park Hill Branch
Baby Storytimes | Thursdays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for babies ages 0-18 months and their parents or caregivers.
Toddler Storytimes | Fridays, 10:15-10:45 a.m.
Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their parents or caregivers.
Kids Game Club | 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, drop-in 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Are you looking for something fun after school? Drop by to play games in a fun, relaxed environment. Ideal for ages 5-12.
Qi Gong | Wednesday, Feb. 5, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Qi Gong is the cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine. Sometimes called “meditation in motion,” it includes slow, dance-like movements to improve breathing, reduce stress, and gently move the body.
Dying Like You Mean It | Saturday, Feb. 8, 2-3:30 p.m.
What will come to life for you as you consider your death? Existing in the rich in-between of living and dying as Wally Klatch does, he brings awareness and perspective to the dying process and invites deep conversation. Joining Wally is Jamie Sarche in a rich discussion about dying and communicating about what matters most to you while you have the resources. Participation is invited, centering lived experiences, and placing more importance on the questions than the answers. This conversation may include references to suicide that may be triggering to some individuals.
Teen Game Night | Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Come join us for a teen gaming event. We play a multitude of games, including some RPGs. Open to people 6th-12th grade.
Palentine’s Day Celebration | Thursday, Feb. 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Celebrate “Palentine’s” Day and honor platonic love and friendship by creating a card or token of friendship for a pal. Adults 18+
No Strings Attached Book Chat | Saturday, Feb. 15, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Read whatever you want, attend whenever you can. This month we will be hosting a Winter of Reading Book Buzz during the first portion of the gathering.
Teen Advisory Board | Tuesday, Feb. 18, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Anyone 6th-12th grade is welcome to join and help with library programming and resources geared towards teens.
Kids Book Celebration | Thursday, Feb. 20, 4-5 p.m.
A monthly book celebration for kids in kindergarten* though 5th grade which meets the third Thursday of every month. This month we will be playing BINGO for Books. Snacks provided and everyone will go home with at least one book to keep. Adults who attend with their child can also win books (supplies are limited).
*Parents of young children need to attend with their child.
Black Americans in the West | Saturday, Feb. 22, 2-3 p.m.
The Black American West Museum, in the Whittier-Five Points neighborhood of Denver, highlights local history since the 1850s. It includes the stories of community members, businesses, churches, clubs and organizations to the present day. Ideal for teens and adults.
Death Café | Monday, Feb. 24, 2-3:30 p.m.
Death Café is an international movement that invites people to gather, normalize conversations around death — to make the most of LIFE. This is not a grief support group or counseling session. Respect for all views is a priority.
Pauline Robinson Branch
While the Pauline Robinson branch library was undergoing renovations, limited library services were offered at Hiawatha Davis Jr. Recreation Center at 33rd and Holly Street. Those services are now discontinued, and the renovated library is set to reopen in Holly Square in early 2025. Check for updates — including reopening dates and celebrations — at denlib.org/robinson and on the Pauline Robinson branch Facebook page.
Greater Park Hill has two public libraries: The Park Hill branch library is at 4705 Montview Blvd. The Pauline Robinson branch library is at 5575 E. 33rd Ave. Visit denverlibrary.org, for other Denver library locations, including in Central Park, Whittier, and other nearby neighborhoods.