{"id":5523,"date":"2023-11-15T21:43:28","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T21:43:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dclblog.org\/press\/?p=5523"},"modified":"2023-11-15T21:43:28","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T21:43:28","slug":"forest-of-stories-lights-up-douglas-county-libraries-for-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dclblog.org\/press\/forest-of-stories-lights-up-douglas-county-libraries-for-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Forest of Stories Lights Up Douglas County Libraries for the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">For immediate release: November 15, 2023<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>150-plus decorated trees at all DCL locations celebrate the joy of stories<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Douglas County Libraries\u2019 festive Forest of Stories returns to all library locations November 19 through January 6. Presented by Douglas County Libraries Foundation, the free, interactive exhibit of decorated, book-themed trees includes more than 150 trees decked in beloved stories, from favorite children\u2019s tales to classic literature, crime thrillers, horror, comedy, mysteries, larger-than-life characters, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Forest of Stories is free and open during library operating hours, no ticket or registration required. Families looking for kid-friendly entertainment and tree-peeping opportunities over the holidays and upcoming school breaks can find something to enjoy at every location.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI just love this event!\u201d said Elaine McCain, Chair of <a href=\"https:\/\/dcl.org\/foundation\/\">Douglas County Libraries Foundation<\/a>, the presenting sponsor of this year\u2019s exhibit. \u201cForest of Stories is a wonderful community event that is accessible to everyone\u2014no tickets are required. Library customers of all ages can experience the joy of stories through amazing decorated trees set to sparkle for the holidays,\u201d said McCain.<\/p>\n<p>Every division in DCL has helped bring this immersive, districtwide display to life, including library volunteers who have donated time to fluff, decorate, and assist with tree installations.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors will find different themed trees at each library location, some decked with life-size trimmings, memorabilia, and artifacts, among other unique details. Each location also features trees representing the individual library communities and DCL\u2019s Archives &amp; Local History. All community members are invited to explore every location to see all 150-plus book-themed trees and discover their favorites.<\/p>\n<p>Forest of Stories is part of DCL\u2019s popular Booked for the Holidays event offerings, providing festive holiday entertainment options for families and the entire community throughout the season.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on Forest of Stories and the themed trees at each location, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcl.org\/forest-of-stories\/\">DCL.org\/forest-of-stories<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.<\/p>\n<style>#jtg-5526 .modula-item .jtg-social a, .lightbox-socials.jtg-social a{ color: #ffffff }#jtg-5526 .modula-item .jtg-social svg, .lightbox-socials.jtg-social svg { height: 16px; width: 16px }#jtg-5526 .modula-item .jtg-social a:not(:last-child), .lightbox-socials.jtg-social a:not(:last-child) { margin-right: 10px }#jtg-5526 .modula-item .figc {color:#000000;}#jtg-5526 .modula-item .modula-item-content { transform: scale(1) }#jtg-5526 { width:100%;}#jtg-5526 .modula-items{height:600px;}@media screen and (max-width: 992px) {#jtg-5526 .modula-items{height:600px;}}@media screen and (max-width: 768px) {#jtg-5526 .modula-items{height:600px;}}#jtg-5526 .modula-items .figc p.description { font-size:16px; }#jtg-5526 .modula-items .figc p.description { color:#000000;}#jtg-5526.modula-gallery .modula-item > a, #jtg-5526.modula-gallery .modula-item, #jtg-5526.modula-gallery .modula-item-content > a:not(.modula-no-follow) { cursor:zoom-in; } #jtg-5526.modula-gallery .modula-item-content .modula-no-follow { cursor: default; } @media screen and (max-width:480px){#jtg-5526 .modula-item .figc .jtg-title {  font-size: 12px; }#jtg-5526 .modula-items .figc p.description { color:#000000;font-size:14px; }}<\/style>\n<!-- Gallery Container -->\r\n<div  id=\"jtg-5526\" class=\"modula modula-gallery modula-creative-gallery\" data-config=\"{&quot;height&quot;:600,&quot;tabletHeight&quot;:600,&quot;mobileHeight&quot;:600,&quot;desktopHeight&quot;:600,&quot;enableTwitter&quot;:false,&quot;enableWhatsapp&quot;:false,&quot;enableFacebook&quot;:false,&quot;enablePinterest&quot;:false,&quot;enableLinkedin&quot;:false,&quot;enableEmail&quot;:false,&quot;randomFactor&quot;:0.5,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;creative-gallery&quot;,&quot;columns&quot;:12,&quot;gutter&quot;:3,&quot;mobileGutter&quot;:3,&quot;tabletGutter&quot;:3,&quot;desktopGutter&quot;:3,&quot;enableResponsive&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;tabletColumns&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;mobileColumns&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;lazyLoad&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;lightboxOpts&quot;:{&quot;loop&quot;:false,&quot;arrows&quot;:true,&quot;toolbar&quot;:true,&quot;keyboard&quot;:false,&quot;wheel&quot;:false,&quot;buttons&quot;:[&quot;close&quot;],&quot;hash&quot;:false,&quot;lang&quot;:&quot;en&quot;,&quot;touch&quot;:false,&quot;protect&quot;:false,&quot;i18n&quot;:{&quot;en&quot;:{&quot;CLOSE&quot;:&quot;Close&quot;,&quot;NEXT&quot;:&quot;Next&quot;,&quot;PREV&quot;:&quot;Previous&quot;,&quot;Error&quot;:&quot;The requested content cannot be loaded. 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https:\/\/dclblog.org\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/11\/fos-the-witches-pk-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dclblog.org\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/11\/fos-the-witches-pk-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\" \/>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"figc\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"figc-inner\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"description\">The Witches are in there!<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div><div class=\"modula-item effect-pufrobo\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"modula-item-overlay\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"modula-item-content\">\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<a data-image-id=\"5533\" href=\"https:\/\/dclblog.org\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/11\/fos-great-gatsby-pk.jpg\" rel=\"jtg-5526\" data-caption=\"It wouldn&#039;t be a party without The Great Gatsby.\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" title=\"Open image in lightbox\" class=\"tile-inner 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