STAFF PICKS
MONTHLY STAFF PICKS
May 2026 Staff Picks
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April 2026 Staff Picks
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March 2026 Staff Picks
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February 2026 Staff Picks
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May 2026 Staff Picks
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April 2026 Staff Picks
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March 2026 Staff Picks
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February 2026 Staff Picks
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OUR FAVORITES
Southglenn Book Club's May 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
2026 Hot Summer Reads
A summer of library love starts with these hot summer reads recommended by librarians.
Koelbel Staff Picks: May 2026
Check out what we're watching, reading, playing, and listening to this month at Koelbel!
Trending in YA: Dystopian and Postapocalyptic
A selection of newer fiction for teens set in dystopian and post-apocalyptic future worlds.
Southglenn Book Club's May 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
2026 Hot Summer Reads
A summer of library love starts with these hot summer reads recommended by librarians.
Koelbel Staff Picks: May 2026
Check out what we're watching, reading, playing, and listening to this month at Koelbel!
Trending in YA: Dystopian and Postapocalyptic
A selection of newer fiction for teens set in dystopian and post-apocalyptic future worlds.
VIRTUAL BOOK PARTIES
2026! New Year, New Books!
Learn about the books the Adult Librarians highlighted at the New Year, New Books program in January.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 7
In Ep. 7 of 'Let’s Find Out,' hear Dion Leonard's incredible story of how meeting a stray dog in the Gobi Desert changed his life forever.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 5
In Ep. 5 of 'Let’s Find Out,' Dr. JaNay Brown-Wood shares how diverse stories help kids see themselves and love reading.
Charla con Myriam Lozano
Disfruta de una charla especial con la coach de salud Myriam Lozano, autora del libro La conexión entre tu mente y tu alimento.
2026! New Year, New Books!
Learn about the books the Adult Librarians highlighted at the New Year, New Books program in January.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 7
In Ep. 7 of 'Let’s Find Out,' hear Dion Leonard's incredible story of how meeting a stray dog in the Gobi Desert changed his life forever.
'Let's Find Out' Podcast | Ep 5
In Ep. 5 of 'Let’s Find Out,' Dr. JaNay Brown-Wood shares how diverse stories help kids see themselves and love reading.
Charla con Myriam Lozano
Disfruta de una charla especial con la coach de salud Myriam Lozano, autora del libro La conexión entre tu mente y tu alimento.
BLACK HISTORY
Black Girl Magic in Young Adult Books
Amazing stories, from fantasy to dystopian, of Black girls on adventures and changing their worlds.
Books for Kwame Alexander Fans
A list of YA and middle grade books perfect for readers who like Kwame Alexander.
Black Voices in YA
Young adult stories from the serious to the fluffy in every genre! Find your next great read here.
¡Celebremos la Herencia Afroamericana!
Escritores, actores y líderes destacan el lugar que han alcanzado los afroamericanos en nuestra historia.
Black Girl Magic in Young Adult Books
Amazing stories, from fantasy to dystopian, of Black girls on adventures and changing their worlds.
Books for Kwame Alexander Fans
A list of YA and middle grade books perfect for readers who like Kwame Alexander.
Black Voices in YA
Young adult stories from the serious to the fluffy in every genre! Find your next great read here.
¡Celebremos la Herencia Afroamericana!
Escritores, actores y líderes destacan el lugar que han alcanzado los afroamericanos en nuestra historia.
LGBTQ+
Music Makers: Nino Ramsby
Nino Ramsby is a trailblazing and versatile artist whose musical talent spans grunge, electronica, "sad rock", jazz and more.
Popular in Middle Grade: Queer Stories
Celebrate LGBTQ+ stories in all genres with the characters in these books perfect for middle schoolers and early teens.
Trending in YA: LGBTQ+ Romances
Do you love love? Whether you prefer swoon-worthy fantasy, fake dating schemes or romantic comedies, check out these romantic stories!
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
Music Makers: Nino Ramsby
Nino Ramsby is a trailblazing and versatile artist whose musical talent spans grunge, electronica, "sad rock", jazz and more.
Popular in Middle Grade: Queer Stories
Celebrate LGBTQ+ stories in all genres with the characters in these books perfect for middle schoolers and early teens.
Trending in YA: LGBTQ+ Romances
Do you love love? Whether you prefer swoon-worthy fantasy, fake dating schemes or romantic comedies, check out these romantic stories!
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
POP CULTURE
Main Character Energy
Jul 24th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This hands‑on after-hours event is inspired by the books and movies you love. No side quests here, just main character energy.
Main Character Energy
Jul 10th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This hands‑on after-hours event is inspired by the books and movies you love. No side quests here, just main character energy.
Jedi School
Jul 14th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Padawans ages 9-18 can train with the Knights of the Tempest to learn fight choreography worthy of the big screen.
Jedi School
Jun 2nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Padawans ages 9-18 can train with the Knights of the Tempest to learn fight choreography worthy of the big screen.
Main Character Energy
Jul 24th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This hands‑on after-hours event is inspired by the books and movies you love. No side quests here, just main character energy.
Main Character Energy
Jul 10th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This hands‑on after-hours event is inspired by the books and movies you love. No side quests here, just main character energy.
Jedi School
Jul 14th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Padawans ages 9-18 can train with the Knights of the Tempest to learn fight choreography worthy of the big screen.
Jedi School
Jun 2nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Padawans ages 9-18 can train with the Knights of the Tempest to learn fight choreography worthy of the big screen.
COLORADO
Starvation Trail and Smoky Hill Road: A Historic Wagon Route
The Smoky Hill Library is located along the historic wagon route The Starvation Trail. Learn more with resources available at the library.
Arapahoe County History: Joseph "Josie" McCarty
Did you know Billy the Kid had a younger brother named Joseph McCarty? Learn more about this famous Coloradoan buried in Arapahoe County.
Exploring Community & Culture/Explorando Comunidad y Cultura
This bilingual resource list explores Spanish, Latin American and Indigenous heritage, and cultural experiences reflected in our community.
Summer Activities Around the Community
Check out this collection of local staff-recommended locations and events.
Starvation Trail and Smoky Hill Road: A Historic Wagon Route
The Smoky Hill Library is located along the historic wagon route The Starvation Trail. Learn more with resources available at the library.
Arapahoe County History: Joseph "Josie" McCarty
Did you know Billy the Kid had a younger brother named Joseph McCarty? Learn more about this famous Coloradoan buried in Arapahoe County.
Exploring Community & Culture/Explorando Comunidad y Cultura
This bilingual resource list explores Spanish, Latin American and Indigenous heritage, and cultural experiences reflected in our community.
Summer Activities Around the Community
Check out this collection of local staff-recommended locations and events.
BOOK CLUBS
Southglenn Book Club's May 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
2026 Hot Summer Reads
A summer of library love starts with these hot summer reads recommended by librarians.
Southglenn Book Club's April 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
Southglenn Book Club's May 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
2026 Hot Summer Reads
A summer of library love starts with these hot summer reads recommended by librarians.
Southglenn Book Club's April 2026 Recommendations
These are the titles the Early Bird Book Club recommends for the month.
LGBTQ+ Book Club April 2026
The latest books, movies, shows and music shared by the members of our monthly book club.
IF YOU LOVE ANIMALS
Mythical, Legendary Creatures
Explore magical and natural worlds and discover the legendary creatures that have held such mystery for ages.
Animals with Disability
Animals are champs! Dive into these early readers, picture books and chapter books about animals with disabilities.
Learning on the Go: April 2026
Hearing books with great rhymes helps train their ear to be able to identify them! Here are some great newer rhyming books.
Celebrate Earth Day!
Get ready for Earth Day with these exciting books for young explorers!
Mythical, Legendary Creatures
Explore magical and natural worlds and discover the legendary creatures that have held such mystery for ages.
Animals with Disability
Animals are champs! Dive into these early readers, picture books and chapter books about animals with disabilities.
Learning on the Go: April 2026
Hearing books with great rhymes helps train their ear to be able to identify them! Here are some great newer rhyming books.
Celebrate Earth Day!
Get ready for Earth Day with these exciting books for young explorers!
OUR FAVORITE AUDIOBOOKS
Littleton (LPS) Battle of the Books: 2026-2027
Calling all 3rd–5th graders! Check out the Littleton School District’s 2026–2027 reading list & enjoy these titles by reading or listening.
Cherry Creek (CCSD) Battle of the Books: 2026-2027
Get ready to read 3rd-5th graders! Here is the 2026-2027 list for the Cherry Creek School District for your reading and listening pleasure.
Аудиокниги для детей: увлекательные истории и добрые герои
Истории о дружбе, взрослении, фантазии и важных жизненных ценностях, которые интересно слушать всей семьёй.
Upbeat Audiobook Recommendations
For a little light-hearted fun and plenty of loveable characters, both real and fictional, check out this list of uplit (uplifting) listens!
Littleton (LPS) Battle of the Books: 2026-2027
Calling all 3rd–5th graders! Check out the Littleton School District’s 2026–2027 reading list & enjoy these titles by reading or listening.
Cherry Creek (CCSD) Battle of the Books: 2026-2027
Get ready to read 3rd-5th graders! Here is the 2026-2027 list for the Cherry Creek School District for your reading and listening pleasure.
Аудиокниги для детей: увлекательные истории и добрые герои
Истории о дружбе, взрослении, фантазии и важных жизненных ценностях, которые интересно слушать всей семьёй.
Upbeat Audiobook Recommendations
For a little light-hearted fun and plenty of loveable characters, both real and fictional, check out this list of uplit (uplifting) listens!
THE REST OF THE STORY
The Work of S. A. Cosby
Check out the work of S. A. Cosby, Bestselling Southern Noir Crime Fiction Author
Indie Colorado: Discover eBooks From Local Authors
Want to support and read works by local authors? Browse BiblioBoard Open Access' ever-growing collection of ebooks, videos and more.
The Work of Grady Hendrix
Explore this collection of Grady Hendrix novels as described on GradyHendrix.com.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Journey down the rabbit hole with books and movies based on Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
The Work of S. A. Cosby
Check out the work of S. A. Cosby, Bestselling Southern Noir Crime Fiction Author
Indie Colorado: Discover eBooks From Local Authors
Want to support and read works by local authors? Browse BiblioBoard Open Access' ever-growing collection of ebooks, videos and more.
The Work of Grady Hendrix
Explore this collection of Grady Hendrix novels as described on GradyHendrix.com.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Journey down the rabbit hole with books and movies based on Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.