Due to inclement weather we will be closed all of today (Thursday, March 14th). Be safe out there y'all!

🎬Tailored to high school students interested in working on film and video sets. April 6th from 10AM-1PM. 🎬 During this fun 3-hour workshop on April 6th presented by the Boulder County Film Commission, and in conjunction with the Colorado Office of Film Television and Media, we'll cover the topics you need to know to work as a Production Assistant (PA). This is a hands-on overview course designed to prepare attendees for the realities of working on a film set. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced filmmakers on real film gear. After completing the course and receiving a certificate, attendees will be ready to start their career with a solid knowledge of the ins and outs of being a successful Registration is required. Call (970)532-2757 to register.

Andrew Wayland, Museum Manager for the Berthoud Historical Society, joins us to discuss his work at the museum, some favorite Berthoud history tidbits, and how we can all learn more about the history of this community we call home. Link to the episode on Spotify for Podcasters here.

Online Resources Access these resources from your device at any time of day with your FREE Berthoud Community Library card. Don’t have a card? Stop in and see us! Username & Password for most online resources: Username: Library Card Number located on the back of your card Password: Last name lower case letters. E-Books & E-Audiobooks Cloud Library Use Cloud Library to read E-Books and E-Audiobooks on your computer or mobile device. Click here to learn more about Cloud Library and how to use it. Libby Use Libby to read E-Books and E-Audiobooks. Click here to learn more about how to use Libby. Click here to search and see if the E-Book or E-Audiobook you are searching for is available. Video Streaming Kanopy Stream Kanopy to enjoy critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films, the Great Courses and more. Click here to start streaming Kanopy. Community Resources 2-1-1 2-1-1 is a confidential and multilingual service connecting people to vital resources across the state. No matter where you live in Colorado, you can find information about resources in your local community. Click here to go to 2-1-1's website. Neighbor to Neighbor The mission of Neighbor to Neighbor is to open doors and advance lives from homelessness through homeownership by providing sustainable housing, supportive services, and education to families and individuals primarily in Larimer County. Click here to go to Neighbor to Neighbor's website. North Colorado Health Alliance The North Colorado Health Alliance (NCHA) offers naloxone (Narcan) and overdose response training free of charge in Northern Colorado counties. Making naloxone widely available in our communities saves lives by preventing opioid overdose deaths. Click here for more information on NCHA and what they offer. Research & Education EBSCO Research Databases EBSCO provides free research databases covering a variety of subjects for students, researchers and librarians. To log in to EBSCO: Type ‘p’ and then the last 6 digits of your library card. Click here to begin using EBSCO. DMV Permit Test DMV-Permit-Test contains state-specific information to help prepare you for the written driving test. Click here to start preparing for the written driving test. Value Line Whether you’re a beginning investor or a veteran looking for high-impact ideas, Value Line can position you for financial success quickly and easily. Click here to start using Value Line. Britannica Digital Learning Britannica offers students and educators unparalleled access to expert knowledge in all subject areas. Click here to begin researching with Britannica. Data Axle Reference Solutions Business and consumer listings tailored to the needs of small business owners, marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and job seekers. Click here for access to Data Axle. Nuwav Legal Documents Nuwav Legal Documents, the online tool that lets you create professional-quality documents in three simple steps. Click here to use Nuwav Legal Documents. Adult Online Resources Youth Online Resources Virtual Storytime Virtual Storytime with Miss Christy The Library’s own virtual story time with Miss Christy! Check out the page with all of our online story times! Links take you to view the videos on YouTube. Storyline Online Storyline Online presents online recordings of actors reading children’s books. Click here to view Storyline Online. Video Streaming Kanopy Kids Kanopy Kids. Unlimited access to Kanopy Kids movies and TV shows. Click here to stream Kanopy Kids. For Parents & Students Educate Station *New Homeschool Resource!* Educate Station content is created by a team of experienced and passionate educators from across the United States. Through the content they create, they aim to provide ready-to-use, hands-on activities for kids to do at home or at school. Click here to go to Educate Station's website. Thompson School District Thompson School District offers you this resource to help you prepare for the school year. Click here to view Thompson School District's website. Science Buddies Science Buddies helps you to quickly and easily find free project ideas in all areas of science, from physics to food science to microbiology. Click here to view Science Buddies website. Common Sense Media Common Sense Media is the leading source of entertainment and technology recommendations for families. Click here to view Common Sense Media. DMV Permit Test DMV-Permit-Test contains state-specific information to help prepare you for the written driving test. Click here to start preparing for the written driving test. A Book and a Hug A Book and a Hug was created to help you find a book for your child. Click here to go to A Book and a Hug's website. Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy (CLEL) is passionately committed to strengthening children’s literacy through library services and community advocacy. Click here to view the CLEL website. Games PBS Kids Games Play free educational games and videos from Curious George, Wild Kratts and other PBS KIDS shows! Click here to start playing PBS Kids Games. Cartoon Network Games Play the Coolest Online Games for Kids; Play Ben 10 Action Games, Adventure Time and Gumball Games. Choose from over 100 Free Kids Games at Cartoon Network here. Boomerang TV Games Play kid's games at Boomerang TV. They online games featuring the Looney Tunes, Tom and Jerry, the Flintstones and more. All free to play. Click here to start playing Boomerang TV Games.

FAQ How do I get a Library card? What do I need to get one? You can get a library card at the front desk. All you need is a valid Colorado I.D with your current address. If you don’t have your current address on your I.D, or don’t have a Colorado I.D, you will need proof of address. For proof of address bring any official piece of mail (bills, insurances, etc). As long as you live in Colorado, you can have a library card with us. How old do you have to be to get a Library card? You can be any age. If you are under 18 you will need a parent or a guardian with you. Where is the Library? The Library is located at 236 Welch Avenue, Berthoud Colorado. What are your hours? We have extended our hours! The building is open Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 10AM to 6PM. We are open from 10AM to 8PM on Wednesdays and Thursdays. On Saturdays the building is open from 10am to 4PM. Curbside pick up runs Monday through Saturday from 10AM to 5PM. Are you accepting book/movie donations? We are now accepting donations on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. Appointments are required. Call (970)532-2757 to make an appointment. Can I donate money to the Library? The Friends of the Berthoud Library is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that raises funds for the Berthoud Community Library. To donate to the Friends of the Library, please visit their website at https://www.bclfriends.org/ . Can I volunteer at the Library? We are accepting volunteers at this time. Please visit our Volunteer page for an application. Visit our catalog. Try searching our Catalog. If you are unable to find the item you are looking for through our catalog, continue to the next FAQ question. What do I do if I can’t find an item in the catalog? If you search for an item in the catalog and do not see it, you will scroll towards the bottom of the catalog to the "Available Items in Prospector" section. From there you will click the button that says "SEE MORE RESULTS IN PROSPECTOR. CHOOSE ALLIANCE - ASPENCAT". If the item you are looking for is available to be sent to our Library, it will show as an option on the page you are directed to. From there you will select the "Request it" button. Then you will select "Alliance - AspenCat Libraries". It will then prompt you to fill out your name and library card number, then select your library which is "Berthoud Library District." Call (970) 532-2757 if you have any questions. How long will it take to receive my hold? It usually takes between 1-3 weeks to receive your hold. Times can vary depending on how many other people have the same item on hold, and how new the item is. How many books can I check out? You can check out an unlimited amount of books. How many movies can I check out? You can check out up to 15 DVDs. Can I renew the State Parks Backpack? No one can place a hold on a State Park Backpack. Can I check out more than one board game? Can anyone check them out? Can they be renewed? You can only check out one board game at a time, and only adults can check them out. Board games cannot be renewed. How long can you check out an item? How many times can I renew an item? You can check out an item for 3 weeks. Books can be renewed up to 2 times and movies can be renewed once, as long as no one else has it on hold. Where do I return items? Items can be returned in either the inside book drop or the outside book drop, which is located on the east side of the building. If you are returning a board game or State Park backpack, it must be returned in the building at the front desk. Do you charge overdue fines? We do not charge overdue fines. What happens if I lose or damage an item? If an item is lost or damaged you will need to pay the full amount of the item with either cash or check. We do not accept card payments. Can I get a list of items I have checked out? You sure can. When you come in, just ask us to print it out. What do I do if I'm not receiving any emails from the Library? Make sure to check your spam. If you still aren’t receiving them, give us a call or come in for further assistance. Do you offer technology help and/or coaching? Our Technology and Marketing Specialist offers technology coaching and help Wednesdays 4:30-6:30PM and Fridays from 3PM-5PM. You will need to make an appointment. Please click here for more information. Do you have a copier? What sizes of paper do you have? We do have a copier that is able to print 8 ½” x 11”(letter), 8 ½” x 14”(legal), and 11” x 17” (tabloid). How much does it cost to print? The first 10 pages of black and white and first 5 pages of color are free. After that black and white pages are $0.20 each and color pages are $0.50 each. We only accept cash or check. Can I print from my phone? You can print from your phone. Instructions are posted next to the printer. Can I print from my USB drive? You can plug your USB drive into the top right side of the printer. On the printer screen you will select “Access stored files”, then you will click “Memory Media”. The name of your USB will then be on the screen and you can select the files you want to print. Can I print from my laptop? At this time you are unable to print from your laptop. You will need to print from a USB, from your phone, or from one of our computers. Can I use my own paper in the Library's printer? No. We offer black and white or color printing in multiple sizes. If you need a special print project beyond that you will need to visit a print shop. Local Print Shops: 1. Lefthand Print Works 2. Lehman Printing Center Print Shops in Loveland: 1. Allegra 2. FedEx Office Print & Ship Center Search "Print shop near me" in google for more options. Can I have something notarized? We no longer offer Notary Services. Can I scan a document and send it via email? How much does that cost? Yes, you can scan documents through our printer. There is no charge for scanning. Can I fax something? How much does it cost? Staff can fax documents through the fax machine in our back office. Bring the documents and the fax number to the front desk for assistance. There is no charge for faxing. Do you offer storytime? We offer Sunshine Storytime on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30AM. Beginning on May 1st, we will begin offering three different Storytimes. On Tuesdays we will have Bouncing Baby Storytime at 10:30AM. On Wednesdays we will have Terrific Toddler Storytime at 10:30AM. On Fridays we will have Perky Pre-K Storyime at 10:30AM. How can I see what events and classes are coming up? You can look at our newsletter, Facebook events, and/or click here to view our events and classes. Do you offer events and classes for all ages? We offer events for all different ages throughout the year. Any age restrictions for an event will be listed in the event description.

View our monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on our events and other announcements. Events & Classes Adult Events Table of Contents: Adult Events Youth Events To register for an event/class, call (970)532-2757, or come into the Library. Click here to download the PDF to our Adult & Youth Event Calendar. April 10th: Board of Trustees Meeting at 7PM Come join the Friends of the Berthoud Library at their meeting on March 6th at 6:00 PM at the Berthoud Library. April 19th: Food for Thoughts Breakfast - "Conservation Garden Talk" Adult Events: Mondays: Writers' Group from 10:30-11:45AM Join us as we free-write, critique, and hone our craft together. All genres of writing welcome. April 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th: Saturday Sketch Hour from 11AM-12PM This is an hour for artists of any age and skill level to come and practice, and to learn from each other. Paper and pencils will be provided, however, if you have your own sketching supplies feel free to bring them. (Activity is drawing-specific!) April 3rd: Friends of the Berthoud Library Meeting at 6PM April 4th: Foothills Audubon Bird Club with Scott Severs at 6PM This month's Audubon Bird Club Meeting features Scott Severs who will present on Boulder County Warblers. The Board of Trustees meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00PM. Click here for more information on the Board of Trustees. April 11th: Tree Care and Selection for Northern Colorado at 6PM Amy Lentz, representative of Berthoud Tree Advisory Council & instructor in the Horticulture and Landscape Department at CSU, joins us to talk tree care and selection for Northern Colorado on April 11th from 6-7:15PM. Registration required. Call (970)532-2757 to register. April 17th: Open Board Game Night at 6PM Join us for Open Board Game Night on April 17th from 6-7:30PM. Bring your own game or use one of ours! Join us for a locally-sourced breakfast on April 19th at 8AM as we discuss topics important to our community. This month, Lindsay Nerad, Water Efficiency Specialist from Northern Water District, explains the philosophy behind their Conservation Campus and Gardens. Call (970)532-2757 to register. April 22nd: Seed Swap for Earth Day Come celebrate Earth Day and exchange seeds with each other. Our Library Staff member Tom will be available to answer gardening questions and discuss our Seed Library. April 24th: Book Club at 1:30PM & 6:30PM Join us this month on the 24th at 1:30PM & 6:30PM to discuss The Paris Library, by Janet Skeslian Charles. April 24th: Book Club at 1:30PM & 6:30PM Knit & Crochet Drop-in will meet on Friday the 26th of April from 1-3PM.This is not a class, just a place for fellow crafters to meet and knit/crochet together. This is a drop-in event. Call (970)532-2757 or come in to register for classes and events. Click here to download the PDF to our Adult & Youth Event Calendar. April 8th & 22nd Musical Moments at 4PM Every other Monday! Let's play at the library! Musical Moments is especially designed for preschool children. Stop by every other Monday at 4PM to learn, play, and sing at the Berthoud Community Library. April 25th: Build-a-Reading-Buddy at 2PM Youth Events: Wednesdays & Fridays: Sunshine Storytime at 10:30AM Sunshine Storytime meets Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:30AM. April 4th: Tinker Tots at 4PM This month, Tinker Tots we will be learning about the butterfly life cycle! This class will be on the 4th of April at 4PM. Call 970-532-2757 to register. April 6th: Production Assistant Workshop at 10AM Tailored to high school students. During this fun 3-hour workshop presented by the Boulder County Film Commission, and in conjunction with the Colorado Office of Film Television and Media, we'll cover the topics you need to know to work as a PA. This is a hands-on overview course designed to prepare attendees for the realities of working on a film set. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced filmmakers on real film gear. After completing the course, and receiving a certificate, attendees will be ready to start their career with a solid knowledge of the ins and outs of being a successful Production Assistant! April 20th: Don't Fear the Reader: Horror Book Club at 2PM Join us for Don't Fear the Reader: Horror Book Club on April 20th at 2PM! For young adults ages 15+. This month we will focus on the work of H.P Lovecraft. Call (970)532-2757 to register. Young kids and their caregivers will stuff, name, wash and read to their new reading buddy on April 5th at 2PM. Registration is required. Suggested $5 donation. Call (970)532-2757 to register. April 25th: Teen Construct & Concoct (Build-a-Book) at 4PM Construct & Concoct is a craft event for tweens & teens. This month we will build a book on April 25th from 4-5PM. Registration is required. Call 970-532-2757 to register. April 27th: Kids Yoga at 10:30AM Kids ages 7-12 are invited to Yoga with Miss Christy on April 27th at 10:30AM. There will be games and songs! Call 970-532-2757 to register. Call (970)532-2757 or come in to register for classes and events. Youh Events