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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Summer Reading 2023: Magic in the Library
Activities begin the week of June 19
Discover an enchanted realm at your Clear Creek County Library! Explore spellbinding stories, crafts and activities at Magic in the Library, our 2023 Summer Reading program. We have bewitching fun for learners of all ages! Connect with other Clear Creek learners and read your way to magical treasures.
Learn more and register at www.cccld.org/summerreading, or head to your Clear Creek County Library to register with a friendly librarian.
MAGIC IN THE LIBRARY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
Idaho Springs Public Library: Tuesdays (6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18)
10 a.m.: Pippinhoot and Featherfayre crews
1 p.m.: Emberclaw crew
John Tomay Memorial Library: Wednesdays (6/21, 6/28, 7/12, 7/19)
10 a.m.: Pippinhoot and Featherfayre crews
1 p.m.: Emberclaw crew
Evergreen (King-Murphy Elementary students – location provided upon registration) Thursdays (6/22, 6/29, 7/13)
10 a.m.: Pippinhoot and Featherfayre crews
Magic Academy Celebration
5-7 p.m. July 25 at Idaho Springs Public Library
Celebrate your Summer Reading achievements with pizza, games and a magic show!
Mountain Jams Summer Concert Series
This program is a partnership between Georgetown Library Association, Clear Creek County Library District, Historic Georgetown, Inc., Evergreen National Bank, Buckskin Trading Company, and Rose Street B&B.
Enjoy live music on Saturday afternoons this summer! Just head over to Library Park Stage, located in downtown Georgetown on the southwest corner of Sixth Street and Rose Street (next to the John Tomay Memorial Library). Most performances run from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Book Groups
Connect with other Clear Creek County readers at our book groups. Light refreshments and enjoyable conversations served. Email [email protected] for information.
Idaho Springs Book Group: 4 p.m. June 12, “Among the Lesser Gods” by Margo Catts
John Tomay Memorial Library Book Group: 10 a.m. June 16, “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks
Adult Crafts
During the summer months, we are pleased to offer take-and-make Adult Craft kits! June’s craft is a margarita salt scrub kit. Kits will be available for pickup at your Clear Creek County Library after June 21, while supplies last.
Monthly Writers’ Chat
Local author Lisa Manifold will discuss writing and publishing strategies. Connect with other writers and share ideas! To register, email [email protected].
Saturday, June 24: The Soggy Middle: Tips to Keep Going
Saturday, July 15: The Elusive End: How to Finish Your Story
Saturday, Aug. 26: You’re Done! What’s Next?
JUNE STAFF BOOK PICK
TEAM MEMBER: Miss Honeybun
RECOMMENDATION: “Room on the Broom”
AUTHOR: Julia Donaldson
GENRE: picture book
MISS HONEYBUN SAYS: Soar on a jolly broom ride through this enchanting picture book! A friendly witch welcomes cats, dogs, frogs, and other passengers aboard her broom during a nighttime flight. When a dragon threatens the merriment, creative teamwork saves the day! Bouncy rhymes and plenty of humor cast a spell in this magical read-aloud. Five out of five carrots!
Speaking of witchy fun, be sure to register for Magic in the Library, CCCLD’s 2023 Summer Reading program! To learn more, please visit www.cccld.org/summerreading.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Scholarships
Congratulations to Millicent Gothman and Ava Warren, recipients of the 2023 Clear Creek County Library District Scholarships! Library volunteerism is a primary consideration in determining the scholarship winners, and we thank these students for their service to the Library District.
The Library District partners with the Georgetown and Idaho Springs Friends of the Library and Library Associations to provide two scholarships annually for graduating Clear Creek County seniors.
LIBRARY SERVICES
COVID Supplies
FREE masks and take-home COVID tests are available for pickup at your Clear Creek County Library branches.
Collection
Check out books, movies, laptops, hotspots, tablets, and more. Our Library of Things includes nontraditional items like cookware, kids’ science kits, a therapy lamp, and even an Oculus Quest!
Explore our book and movie collection at www.cccld.org View our Library of Things at Or, call your Clear Creek County library to learn more and request items.
Do you have the Libby App? Download the Libby App by Overdrive to your smart device to access thousands of e-books and audiobooks, available for checkout with your library card. Visit and click on the Overdrive/Libby icon to get started.
Visiting and curbside pickup hours
Idaho Springs Public Library Hours
Monday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – S p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
John Tomay Memorial Library Hours
Monday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – S p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
Local History Archives (in the Georgetown Heritage Center) — visitors are welcome with appointment.
Curbside pickup services — available by appointment; please contact your library branch to schedule your pickup.
Home delivery
Do you need library materials, but are unable to leave your home? Let us bring the library to you! Call us for details. Home delivery services are intended for homebound persons and patrons experiencing illness, and availability is determined by weather and staffing.
Idaho Springs Public Library: 303-567-2020
John Tomay Memorial Library: 303-569-2620
Local History Archives: 303-569-2403
Tech access & study spaces
Enjoy access to computers, WiFi and study spaces at your Clear Creek County Library.
Book our conference room at Idaho Springs Public Library for a quiet space to meet or work. Please call 303-567-2020 to make your reservation.
Technical assistance
Did you know that you can book a librarian for technical assistance? Our library staff can assist you with a variety of tasks –– using a tablet or smartphone, navigating the internet, setting up an email account, posting a resume online, accessing information, and more. Contact your Clear Creek County Library branch or email [email protected] for more information.
Prints, copies, faxes
Email [email protected] or call your Clear Creek County Library branch to request prints, copies and faxes — or, just come in and use our equipment during our hours of operation!
Notary services
Notary services are FREE! Please contact your Clear Creek County Library branch to book your appointment.
Little free libraries
Help yourself to free, gently-loved books from our Little Free Libraries at these Clear Creek County locations:
Idaho Springs
Clear Creek Metropolitan Recreation District
Clear Creek Health and Wellness Center
Edelweiss Pastry Shop
Georgetown
Georgetown Market
St. Mary’s Glacier
Alice Schoolhouse
Donations
Are you seeking a new home for your gently-used books? Please consider donating them to Clear Creek County Library District for use in our programs, book sales, and Little Free Libraries. Email [email protected] or call 303-567-2020 for more information. Please do not drop off book donations without pre-approval.
Learn more about the CCCLD Scholarships at