For immediate release March 29, 2017:

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is seeking adult volunteers for its Book Start program, which brings Storytime fun to children in child care centers throughout Douglas County.

“Book Start has been a lifesaver for me in so many ways, as it brings the library to the children when I cannot provide that service to them at this time,” says Lori Hafner of Backyard Kids Preschool, a participating Book Start child care provider.

No experience is necessary to volunteer for the program. However, volunteers must attend a Book Start workshop, which provides a program orientation and offers tips and techniques to help volunteers learn to blend beautifully written books with simple songs and fingerplays. These activities offer an educational, fun and playful way to connect with the day care children in this program.

“The kids really look forward to Mr. Steve’s visit every week, and the puppets are fantastic,” says Joey Dame of Back to Basics Preschool, a participating Book Start in-home child care provider. “He has become an integral part of my program, and the kids light up when he’s here on Thursdays (and everyone wants to come to school)!”

Interested volunteers should contact Kristin Davidson at 303-688-7658 or kdavidson@dclibraries.org to register for the next workshop, taking place Friday, April 28, 2017, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the DCL in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller, location at 100 S. Wilcox St. Volunteers can also register for the workshop via VolunteerConnectDC.org.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection. For more information, visit DCL.org or call 303-791-7323.

For immediate release March 23, 2017:

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author Lisa Scottoline as she introduces and talks about her new domestic thriller, “One Perfect Lie,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, at CU South Denver (10035 Peoria St., Parker). Sponsored by RidgeGate, the ticketed event includes a hardcover copy of “One Perfect Lie” (which releases April 11, 2017), reserved seating, dessert bites, and a book signing following the author’s presentation.

Scottoline is known for titles like “Look Again” and “Don’t Go” and the bestselling Rosato series. She has over 30 million copies of her books in print and is published in more than 35 countries. Her books have landed on all the major bestseller lists, including The New York Times, USA Today, and Publisher’s Weekly.

Scottoline’s engaging and entertaining speaking style make her a fan favorite and a must-see for anyone wanting to know the author behind some of America’s bestselling crime thrillers. Her novels are known for their emotionality and warm, down-to-earth characters. She has also authored seven humorous nonfiction titles and writes a weekly column with her daughter, Francesca Serritella, for the Philadelphia Inquirer titled “Chick Wit.”

Ticket price for An Evening With Lisa Scottoline is $30, and tickets can be purchased via DCL.org. Scottoline’s other books will be sold at the event courtesy of Tattered Cover Book Store.

For more information, visit DCL.org or call 303-791-7323. Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

For immediate release March 16, 2017:

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) will host an evening with Colorado’s preeminent nature photographer John Fielder at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, April 7, at its Castle Rock location (Philip S. Miller branch, 100 S. Wilcox St.). At the event, Celebrating Colorado’s National Parks and Monuments, Fielder will talk about and present his collection of photos of Colorado’s federal lands.

Fielder has been capturing the natural beauty of Colorado landscapes for 40 years. He is a nationally renowned photographer, publisher, teacher and environmentalist who first became smitten with Colorado at the age of 14.

Fielder is the photographer of more than 40 coffee table, guide and children’s books, including Colorado’s bestselling regional title, “Colorado 1870-2000” (William Henry Jackson and John Fielder). He is dedicated to promoting the protection of Colorado’s open space and wildlands, and was awarded the Sierra Club’s Ansel Adams Award, the University of Denver’s Daniel L. Ritchie Award, and the University of Colorado’s Distinguished Service Award.

To register for Celebrating Colorado’s National Parks and Monuments with John Fielder, visit DLC.org or call 303-791-7323. The event includes a book sale and signing, and refreshments will be served.

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 January 26, 2017:

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is hosting its second annual Collectible & Antiquarian Book Sale February 11 and 12 at its Highlands Ranch – James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd.

The special sale takes place Saturday, February 11, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, February 12, from 1-4 p.m. in the Shea meeting rooms on the first floor of the library.

Book lovers will find “sweet deals” on a variety of items, including new and used antique books, first editions, volume sets, signed copies, collectible children’s books, and other unique items, as well as CDs and DVDs.

“Attendees will enjoy the variety of books available at this sale,” says Kim McClintock, branch volunteer coordinator at DCL in Highlands Ranch. “We’ll have everything from childhood favorites, to art and photography books, to classics that can be displayed on their bookshelves at home.”

Book prices are based on industry standard values, rarity and condition, and are then deeply discounted for sale. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Douglas County Libraries Foundation, which supports programs that reach youth, adults and families in Douglas County and across Colorado and helps ensure the long-term success of DCL’s libraries.

Credit cards and cash will be accepted, and volunteers will be on hand to help buyers carry purchases to their cars.

In addition to this annual book sale, DCL offers books, CDs and DVDs for purchase year-round in its Second Chapter Used Bookstores.

For more information, visit DCL.org/used-book-sales or call 303-791-7323.

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