For immediate release: September 4, 2019

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) and the DCL Foundation are excited to host the Foundation’s Fifth Annual Fete des Fables Gala – The Jungle Book on Friday, September 27, from 6-11PM at CU South Denver. This event celebrates the library’s important literacy and library programming that makes a difference in the Douglas County community, and raises funds in support of ongoing programs.

“This year’s gala will be an inspiring and fun-filled evening for guests and a great opportunity to support the library,” said DCL’s Donor Relations Liaison Elaine McCain.

Guests will enjoy a sumptuous plated dinner, cocktails, lively music and entertainment, and a fun silent auction while celebrating a classic story, “The Jungle Book,” in a whimsical setting.

Dollars raised support scholarships for DCL programs like Camp DCL and high school equivalency testing, early childhood literacy programs, and other important programs that reach youth, adults and families in Douglas County and across Colorado.

Susan James’ son, Liam, was able to attend Camp DCL this year through a scholarship granted by the DCL Foundation. “Liam had a hard year with school friends,” James said. “This camp was a shining light for him. He grew in new ways and we have new friends to play with.”

For more information about the Fete des Fables Gala and tickets, visit DCL.org or call (303) 791-7323.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

Gala guests enjoyed a fun photo booth at last year’s event.

Guests meet and mingle with friends while supporting the library.

Roving entertainment was a hit with guests at the 2018 Fete des Fables Gala.

Lively entertainment is a hallmark of the library’s annual gala.

For immediate release: August 21, 2019

All Douglas County Libraries (DCL) locations will be closed on Friday, September 13, for the library’s annual staff development day. The closure includes all book drops at each library location. On that day, no library items will be due, no holds will expire, and no fines will be assessed.

Regular operating hours and services will resume at all libraries on Saturday, September 14. Library users may access e-books, audiobooks, music and other digital media online at DCL.org/digital-media.

For more information, call (303) 791-7323 or visit DCL.org.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

For immediate release: July 10, 2019

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is going places this summer! The library is taking its summer reading program on the road to favorite community locales, offering cool treats and fun giveaways for Douglas County residents.

“We are meeting great people out in our community, and we keep hearing stories about their summer adventures and how they use our libraries,” said DCL Special Events Coordinator Kristen Kallio.

Stops on the Great Summer Reading Road Trip have included Discovery Park and Downhill Brewing in Parker, Butterfield Park in Castle Rock, Civic Green Park in Highlands Ranch, and Roxborough Skate Park & Playground. Many more pit stops are planned through July. To find one near you, visit DCL.org/summer-reading/activities.

The Great Summer Reading Road Trip goes through July 31. Readers of all ages still have time to sign up for the reading program and help the library reach its community goal of 16,775 registered readers. Once that goal is met, the DCL Foundation will donate $500 to Nature’s Educators, a top-rated nonprofit educational wildlife organization in Douglas County.

Devin Jaffe, Executive Director of Nature’s Educators, said the Foundation donation would be used to expand the organization’s animal enrichment collection—rope swings, training items, foraging activities, and more—for use in their wildlife enclosures.

For more information on DCL’s summer reading pit stops, or to sign up for summer reading, visit DCL.org/summer-reading.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

Discovery Park, Parker

Civic Green Park, Highlands Ranch

Butterfield Park, Castle Rock

Roxborough State Park & Playground

For immediate release: June 18, 2019

In partnership with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Douglas County Libraries (DCL) was pleased to host the naturalization ceremony for 26 new citizens, from 17 different countries, at its Parker location on Saturday, June 15. The new citizens, including one current DCL employee, took the Oath of Allegiance in the library’s event hall in front of their families, friends and library patrons, who also enjoyed a reception of light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments.

DCL Adult Literacy Specialist Tiffany Curtin worked with USCIS to facilitate the ceremony. “I have had the pleasure of seeing firsthand how new Americans enrich our lives,” said Curtin. “At the library, we see new Americans gain the language skills to become volunteers, gain employment, pursue professional goals, earn promotions, enter higher education, support their children in school, and transform their lives. DCL is honored to host these ceremonies and welcome our community to join the celebration,” she added.

Following a performance by High Spirit Harmonies a cappella group, Chaparral High School student Ryan McPherson opened the ceremony by singing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The entire room also joined in the singing of the national anthem.

Curtin and DCL Information Technology Director Jeff Konishi each spoke to the room of new citizens and their guests, and an adult literacy volunteer shared her immigration story as a naturalized citizen. Mi Familia Vota was also present to help with new voter registration, and Daughters of the American Revolution representatives spoke and presented the new citizens with the United States Flag Code.

DCL offers one-on-one tutoring in English as a second language; citizenship preparation classes to help with citizenship application and interviews, with representatives from USCIS available to answer questions; English-language conversation practice groups; and basic adult education classes for aspiring citizens.

Learn more about DCL’s Adult Education and Test Prep programs and services at DCL.org/adult-education.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

Twenty-six new U.S. citizens from 17 different countries took the Oath of Allegiance on June 15 in front of their families, friends and other guests at Douglas County Libraries in Parker.

Families were excited to celebrate the citizenship journey of their loved ones.

DCL Information Technology Director Jeff Konishi was a featured speaker at Saturday’s ceremony.

Local a cappella group High Spirit Harmonies performed prior to the library’s Naturalization Ceremony.

For immediate release: June 4, 2019

Families looking for an affordable way to beat the heat this month and give back in their community can celebrate! The Kids Camp film series is now showing at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Littleton and offers pick-your-price admission ($1, $3, or $5), with all ticket sales in June benefiting the Douglas County Libraries (DCL) Foundation.

Kids Camp showings take place weekdays at 11 a.m., offering family-friendly fare for kids. The PG-rated films in June include Trolls (June 3-7), Shrek (June 10-14), The Lorax (June 17-21), and Paddington 2 (June 24-28). Tickets may be purchased online to reserve seats in advance or at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema box office at 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive; 100% of ticket sales this month support the DCL Foundation.

The DCL Foundation helps fund programs that reach youth, adults and families in Douglas County and across Colorado. The Foundation uses its resources to introduce new parents to the library and its early literacy services through Cuddle Up & Read, and to provide scholarships for qualified kids attending Camp DCL and adults completing their high school equivalency testing. It also awards Douglas County schools and nonprofits for goals associated with the library’s Summer Reading Program.

For more information, call (303) 791-7323 or visit DCL.org/foundation.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.