Thornton Public Library

09/06/2026

09/05/2026

Today in History

The first Labor Day Parade was held in New York City on September 5, 1882 with 10,000 workers, who took unpaid time off, in attendance.

President Grover Cleveland would sign the holiday into law on June 28, 1894 after the deadly Pullman strike in May/June 1894.

Image from the chicago Tribune, accessed 9/4/2026.

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

Gather your team and put your knowledge to the test with trivia rounds featuring music, movies, and pop culture. This event is for ages 13 and older, with teams of at least three people. Prizes will be awarded to the winners, and snacks will be available for purchase.

Registration opens soon—be sure to sign up by October 2 at Thornton Public Library!

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for our next paint night!

09/03/2026

Our next read for the Evening Book Club. It's Fredrik Backman's "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry."

Order the book today and be ready to talk about it on Thursday, September 10 at 6:00 P.M.

Come even if you haven't finished the book