It’s a familiar phrase, “Read. Log your minutes. Win prizes.” But did you know your school could also win big this summer? Every Jefferson County Public School student (age 4 -18) has to the option to select the school they'll be attending in the fall. When they do, they automatically enter the School Contest and…
Library Board announces finalist candidates for executive director position
The Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) Board of Trustees today announced the following finalist candidates for JCPL’s executive director position: Midori Clark, Director of Community Relations, Development and Strategic Initiatives, Pueblo City-County Library District, Pueblo, CO Roberta Phillips, Director of Planning and Projects, Richland Library, Columbia, SC Laurel Prysiazny, Acting Dean for the Library and…
Babies Can Rock the Books, Too!
Everyone benefits from reading and keeping their minds active, and that includes our youngest patrons. Starting at birth, reading aloud is important for bonding, building word banks and learning about concepts and the world in a fun way. And it’s not just “reading” that helps build those little brains. Anytime you talk, write, sing, play…
Ready, set, read!
Summer Reading 2018 is finally here, and it's time to get the party started! From fun launch parties to tailored reading lists, we have everything you need to start rockin' the books this summer! Kick off your summer of fun. Embark on your Summer Reading journey at one of our kick-off events. Celebrate with rock-related crafts, games and…
Library Executive Director Candidate Forum to be held June 18
The Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) Board of Trustees invites Jefferson County residents to a community forum to meet finalist candidates for JCPL’s Executive Director position. The forum will be held from 6:30 – 8 p.m. on Monday, June 18, at the Lakewood Cultural Center's Community Room, Civic Center North Building, 470 S. Allison Pkwy., Lakewood…
