Our Director of Communications and Community Engagement, Erika Martinez, has been featured in La Voz! Erika talks about her background, her responsibilities at the library, and what Hispanic Heritage Month means to her. Congrats, Erika! https://lnkd.in/ditb-duc
Denver Public Library
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The Denver Public Library provides welcoming spaces where everyone is free to explore, learn, create and belong.
About us
The Denver Public Library connects people with information, ideas and experiences to provide enjoyment, enrich lives and strengthen our community. The Library strives to positively impact the community in several Ways, including: Immersing children from birth in literacy-rich environments where they discover the joy of reading and learning, motivating them to achieve and graduate from high school. Improving people's lives by allowing them to acquire the resources and skills needed to prosper and contribute to Denver's economy. Providing a forum where people's lives can be enriched by reading, learning, and engaging in experiences here that make Denver a better place to live. For over a century, the Library has provided educational and entertainment materials to the people of Denver and beyond. Throughout its history, DPL has adapted to meet the changing needs of the community. While books, eBooks, movies, and music still remain important, the Library today acts as a technology hub; a community center where organizations from around the City convene and collaborate; and a welcoming place for lifelong learning. Denver Public Library is funded through the City and County of Denver’s General Fund, and is governed by the eight-member Mayor-appointed Library Commission. The Denver Public Library Friends Foundation, founded in 1940, supports the Library through advocacy and fundraising through memberships, the annual Summer and Winter Used Books Sales, and their signature event, the Booklovers Ball.
- Website
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http://denverlibrary.org/
External link for Denver Public Library
- Industry
- Libraries
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Denver, Colorado
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1889
Locations
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Primary
10 W. 14th Avenue Parkway and also at various branch locations across the City and County of
Denver, Colorado, US
Employees at Denver Public Library
Updates
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Our Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library is participating in the Doors Open Denver campaign, Sept. 26-29. In partnership with the Denver Architecture Foundation, the four day event opens the doors to the places that make the Mile High City such an incredible place to live, work, study, and play. Details are available at www.denverarchitecture.org
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https://denverarchitecture.org
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Three of our library staff have recently published recommendations in their neighborhood newspapers. Check it out (pun intended)! Ashley Love, a librarian at the Central Library (link: https://lnkd.in/gfJUVY5W); Wendy Thomas, Smiley Library Supervisor (https://lnkd.in/gh68rG84); and Quetzalli Cortez, a librarian at the Decker Branch Library (https://lnkd.in/gPZSvutn) What are you reading this week?
Check it out: ‘How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water’ by Angie Cruz - Colorado Community Media
https://coloradocommunitymedia.com
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Denver Public Library reposted this
#BannedBooksWeek kicks off today! Let’s stand together to champion our right to read and be #FreedBetweenTheLines. Find graphics to help spread the word and ways to get involved at: https://lnkd.in/gWfpjt3C And stay tuned for the release of 2024 preliminary book challenge data on Monday.
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Find yourself going back in time to explore the history of Denver and Colorado. History buffs and curious minds - we've got you covered! You will find endless hidden gems and stories that have shaped the world we live in today. Listen to an overview: https://lnkd.in/gxP-wxmM
History Central - 135 Years of Denver Central Library in Under 3 Minutes
denverlibrary.org
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We have an open role for someone who wants to work at the Denver Public Library to provide information, support, referrals, and assistance to customers experiencing homelessness, mental health/substance misuse challenges, and under-resourced adults. This is a great role for someone with social services experience! https://lnkd.in/g4TcCt9m
Case management, homeless services
denver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com
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Will we see you there? Tomorrow (9/21) our Friends Foundation will hold its annual Booklovers Ball. It's always a grand time! https://lnkd.in/gn7E-pmH
Booklovers Ball - Denver Public Library Friends Foundation
https://www.dplfriends.org
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DYK - Our catalog has every title shared on the New York Times' list of 100 Best Books of the 21st Century! Check out the full list at denlib.org/nyt-100
100 Best Books of the 21st Century? On the Shelves at Denver Public Library
denverlibrary.org
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Commemorate Denver Public Library’s Latino Community Service Award recipients on Saturday, Sept. 28, starting at 10 a.m. at the Westwood Community Center’s Sandos Hall Gymnasium! Enjoy the free and joyous ceremony with entertainment and refreshments! Free Spanish interpretation will be available. Learn more about the celebration at: https://lnkd.in/gdhSEiKV
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A reminder that the Central Library begins its temporary closure to the public this Friday, Sept. 20. Curbside pick-up and holds window on 13th Avenue, phone, chat and email services will still be available. The full reopening of Central Library is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 3, and will be celebrated with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony and special community celebration! https://lnkd.in/gUYfqe-r
Media Resources
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