Arapahoe Libraries

06/19/2026

Arapahoe Libraries will be closed on Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth. You can always visit us online at our website: https://arapahoelibraries.org

06/18/2026

From fan fiction to 30+ romance novels… 💕📚

Bestselling romance authors Christina Lauren prove that the best love stories start with writing what you can’t stop reading ✍️✨

If you’re an enemies-to-lovers, friends-to-lovers, stay-up-all-night-to-finish-the-book kind of reader… this one’s for you 💭💘

🎧 Listen to the full episode of Let’s Find Out wherever you get your podcasts or follow this link: https://arap.li/3J2evlZ

What’s your favorite romance trope right now? 👀👇

06/17/2026

A roaring success! 🦁✨

Our Signature Summer Reading events, Roar and Lore: Creatures of Wonder, brought the fun these past weekends with crafts, fairies and unicorns, Viking battles, traditional lion dances, Onyx the velociraptor, dance parties and SO much more! 🦄🧚🏽‍♂️🦖

Arapahoe Libraries Signature Events reimagine what a library event can be, creating one-of-a-kind experiences designed to surprise, delight and inspire our community.

Don’t miss what’s next 👉 visit arapahoelibraries.org to explore upcoming events!

Did you attend? What was your favorite part?

06/16/2026

🎨 Only 2 weeks left to submit your art for the 2026 Teen Art Show!

If you’re an artist ages 12–18, this is your chance to have your work displayed at Koelbel Library this August. We’re accepting original visual art including paintings, drawings, photography, digital art and mixed media (20x20 inches or smaller).

🗓️ Submission deadline: July 1, 2026

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your creativity with the community!

👉 Learn more and apply here: https://arap.li/45OaPh0

06/11/2026

✨ Meet a Founding Father… in person! ✨

History comes alive at Koelbel Library as Alexander Hamilton (brought to life by historical interpreter Hal Bidlack) shares his journey from orphan to architect of the U.S. financial system.

Expect an unscripted, interactive experience with stories, insight and modern-day connections. Bring your questions and be part of the conversation! 🎤

🗓 Thursday, July 2
⏰ 2–3 pm
📍 Koelbel Library

Spots are limited—reserve yours now: https://arap.li/431L3DB

06/08/2026

🗳️ Cast your vote!—The Primary Election is Tuesday, June 30!

📍 Kelver Library and Smoky Hill Library will serve as polling places.
• June 22–26 | 8 am–5 pm
• June 27 | 10 am–2 pm
• June 29 | 8 am–5 pm
• June 30 | 7 am–7 pm

📬 Ballot drop boxes available at:
Kelver Library, Smoky Hill Library, Koelbel Library & Eloise May Library
• June 8–June 30 (until 7 pm on Election Day)

✅ Find your nearest voting location, view your ballot and get help at arapahoevotes.gov

📚 For additional resources, visit arapahoelibraries.org/vote

06/04/2026

☀️ Your summer just got sweeter (and cooler) ☀️

Take a break from browsing and treat yourself to something refreshing at Koelbel, Smoky Hill and The Space Cafes, now through July 31! 🌴🍹

✨ What’s on the menu:
🥧 Key Lime Frost – smooth, tangy and finished with a graham cracker crunch.
🌺 Staycation Latte – coconut & macadamia goodness, your mini vacation in a cup.
🍓 Tiger’s Blood Italian Soda – fruity, tropical and topped with all the fun.

Whether you’re stopping in for storytime, Summer Reading or just a quick visit, these limited-time sips are the perfect add-on 📚💛

👉 Which one are you trying first? Tell us in the comments!

05/29/2026