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06/19/2026
On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, delivering the news that enslaved people were free. Juneteenth is more than a historical milestone—it's a celebration of family, community, and the hard-won freedom to live, love, and heal fully.
Denver is home to one of the nation's largest and longest-running Juneteenth celebrations. Dating back to the early 1950s, our city's observance has grown into a cherished annual tradition centered in the historic Five Points neighborhood, often referred to as the "Harlem of the West" (and home to the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library).
Tomorrow, Denver Public Library will be marching in the Juneteenth Parade. We hope to see you there!
A few spots are still open for MakerCamp at Central next week!
Designed for tweens ages 9–13, this free five-day camp is all about building something together. This year, campers will team up to design and construct their own cardboard carnival games from scratch. At the end of the week, they'll invite family and friends to come play.
Camp starts Monday, June 22. Spots are limited, so register today: https://denlib.org/central-maker-camp-2026
06/18/2026
All Denver Public Library locations will be closed tomorrow, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Access many library services online at denverlibrary.org.
We are so thrilled that the Ross-Phyllis Bigpond Branch Library is now open!
06/15/2026
Open Now: Ross-Phyllis Bigpond Branch Library —reimagined with community at heart!
Stop by sometime! denlib.org/phy
Mon-Wed 10a-6p | Thur 10a-8p | Fri & Sat 10a-5p
06/14/2026
On June 24, the All Seasons Choir is bringing together voices from multiple generations for an evening of music, featuring songs from Adrienne Lenker, Dolly Parton, The Muppets, and more.
Registration required and spots are limited! Come hear what happens when community sings together.
https://denlib.org/ASC-performance
we learned the jutsu trend for you chat. the least you could do is sign up for summer of adventure now until august 10 🪄✨
✅ free to join
✅ open to youth from birth to 18 years old!
✅ read, make & explore
✅ earn prizes 🏆 like a free day at the zoo! 🦁
register at your local denver public library or at the link in bio 📚🔥
06/12/2026
New Name, New Look! Ross-Phyllis Bigpond Branch Library reopens this Monday, June 15!
• Updated bathrooms
• Brand-new elevator
• Reimagined basement community room
• Nearly 2x the space
All made possible by Denver voters.
Plan to stop by and explore what’s new. denlib.org/phy
Two weeks remain before nominations for the Latino Community Service Awards close! Recognize someone you know for building a better Denver community, like Solicia Ester Lopez, who received the 2019 Lena L. Archuleta Community Service Award for uplifting generations of Latina women through her work as an educator. Submit your nomination by Friday, June 26, at denlib.org/somos-latinos.
06/11/2026
Kids have the chance to meet fire trucks, school buses, and more at Big Wheels! Part of Summer of Adventure.
June 13, 10:30–11 a.m.: Meet an Ambulance at Smiley
June 16, 10:30–12 p.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales
June 16, 2–3 p.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Athmar Park
July 8, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Lena Archuleta
July 9, 4–5 p.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Pauline Robinson
July 15, 10:30–11 a.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Woodbury
July 28, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Ford-Warren
July 30, 10:30–11:30 a.m.: Meet a Fire Truck at Green Valley Ranch
August 15, 10:30–11:30 a.m.: Meet a School Bus at Smiley
https://denlib.org/big-wheels-2026
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| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 5pm |
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