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Come see your beautiful new Main Library. See our glowing children’s desk, colorful TeenSpace, quiet rooms, Latte Da! Cafe, and light-filled open spaces. We’re open weekdays 9-9; Saturdays 9-6; Sundays 1-6. more

Our Douglass Branch Library is open Monday to Thursday 10 am to 8 pm; Fridays 10 am to 6 pm; and Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm. During 2007, the Branch celebrates ten years in its Grove Street location, at one end of Douglass Park. Stop in for a great selection of books, DVDs, and CDs, plus friendly service, free Internet access, and two public meeting rooms.

Our Bookmobile stops weekly at locations all over town, offering a great selection of the newest books, music, movies, and magazines for all ages. Hop on board and check something out -- how convenient! To find the stop nearest you, check our current schedule.

What’s New at the Library

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Live Homework Help Now Serves Ages 5 to 95

As of August 1, Live Homework Help, a professional online tutoring service, is available to life-long learners from kindergarten through adults (formerly just for grades 3 to early college). Ask your math, science, writing, or social studies question and get up to 20 minutes of expert help free! more

International Travel and Business Tips

Doing business or traveling overseas? Use Global Road Warrior to link to practical tips on culture and etiquette, money, visas, cell phones, Internet access, and much more. This corporate resource is now available free through your library.

Drop-off Area in Front of the Library

In front of our new library is an area of light-colored pavement, a convenient place to pick up and drop off passengers. As you approach this area, you’ll now find speed bumps and signs indicating a pedestrian crossing. Please don’t leave your car there unattended, even briefly. If you’re just returning items, use our drive-up book return behind the library.

New Lunch Items at the Cafe

The Latte Da! Cafe has a new selection of lunch items that are the right portion at the right price. Stop in for a bite and see the new options. Our patio is also now open.

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Home School Fair

Meet other home schoolers and learn about the many programs, organizations, clubs, and groups available to support home school families in the CU area. Come to our Home School Fair on Sat., Aug. 16, from 2 to 4 pm. more

Phil Bloomer

Phil Bloomer recommends
The Golden Age

“...one of the overlooked masterpieces of all time.”

Read more of this recommendation from the press secretary for Representative Tim Johnson, plus other book picks by CU leaders.

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Jazz Sandwich

This five-piece band covers everything from Cyndi Lauper to Jimi Hendrix and makes it all uniquely their own. Hear them this Sunday, Aug. 10, at 2 pm in Robeson Pavilion Room A & B. more