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Save the Date! Whale of a Used Book Sale at Jeffco Fairgrounds - May 29-June 1 Whale of a Savings! Shop Whale’s Tale Books at Colorado Mills Mall! Click to learn more!! Got books, CDs, DVDs or vinyl records to donate? We accept donations every Monday and Tuesday from 9AM - 4PM at our Wheat Ridge warehouse. Summer Fun - Books on Film: Jurrasic World Rebirth - July 2 at Arvada Harkins Theater - Tix on Sale in June!

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Whale of a Used Book Sale Tickets now on sale! [Learn more]

Happening @ JCLF

Whale of a Used Book Sale | May 29 – June 1 | Jeffco Fairgrounds

Colorado’s Largest Used Book Sale! Over 90,000 gently used books, CDs, DVDs, LPs, puzzles, games and more! [Learn more]

2025 Friends Annual Meeting | April 11 | Wheat Ridge Rec Center

Our annual Friends of Jefferson County Public Library Annual Meeting will feature acclaimed Colorado author Melissa Payne.

Melissa is the bestselling author of four novels, including A Light in the Forest and The Night of Many Endings. She is a three-time Colorado book award finalist and 2020 and 2023 Colorado Authors League winner for mainstream fiction.

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Book the date – Wheat Ridge BizMix at the Foundation March 19!

Join us at 5PM on Wednesday, March 19th, at our Wheat Ridge offices for an evening of networking as we host the Wheat Ridge Business Association Biz Mix! Esters Gold’s Marketplace Wheat Ridge is providing a delicious selection of appetizers, and we will be providing beverages and door prizes!

BELMAR STORE CLOSED

We’re consolidating our Belmar and Colorado Mills stores! Our Belmar store has closed its doors.

Thanks to the Belmar community for their patronage and support this past year, and please visit us at our Colorado Mills Whale’s Tale Books & Gifts for an expanded and elevated selection of books, locally sourced gifts, LPs, puzzles, gift baskets and more!

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Colorado Gives Day | Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who showed their support this Colorado Gives Day – we exceeded our $30,000 goal thanks to every one of you!

Whale of a Used Book Sale | October 17-20 | Jeffco Fairgrounds

The Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale is one of our two annual mega sales. The Whale Sales help us raise funds to support early literacy programs at Jefferson County Public Library. Tens of thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, LPs, and rare/collectible items for sale in this much-anticipated community event. [Learn more.]

Barnes & Noble Book Fair | September 28 | Barnes and Noble Denver West, Lakewood

Stop by B&N Denver West today and help raise funds for your Jefferson County Public Library! B&N will donate a portion of all in-store and online sales today.

Barnes & Noble Denver West Village, 14347 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80401

Fall Family Fun Day @ the Whale Sale Bag of Books Day | October 20 | Jeffco Fairgrounds

In cooperation with CSU Extension, join us for Fall Family Fun Day during our Bag of Books Day at the Whale Sale! Enjoy family activities, candy, prizes, and enjoy the bargains on books, CDs, DVDs, and more at the Whale Sale Bag of Books Day! Only $10 for a full bag! [Learn more.]

Thank you Friends Community Partners for your ongoing support!

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Happening @ the Library

Shakespeare in the Parking Lot

April 26 & May 10, Noon – 1PM

What doth transpire? It’s Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream at Columbine on April 26th and Romeo and Juliet at Standley Lake on May 10th! Bring your sunscreen and camping chair and see you in the parking lot! Brought to you by the Denver Center for Performing Arts! [Learn more]

Off the Page and On the Stage: In Conversation with C.J. Box |

Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Mile Hi Church

Experience an unforgettable afternoon of storytelling with C.J. Box and a panel of talented local authors. Registration is now open!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at JCPL!

Holiday crafts, family fun, an inclusive dance party — whether you’re in love or not, JCPL has the Valentine’s Day event for you! [Learn more]

Jefferson County Public Libraries and AARP Partner to Provide Free Tax Help

Get free tax help from AARP IRS-certified volunteers who offer free tax counseling and preparation services to millions of taxpayers with special attention to elderly and low- to moderate-income taxpayers. Appointment required. [Learn more]

Standley Lake’s Annual Yarn & Needle Drive to Support Homeless Veterans

Standley Lake’s Yarn and Needle Arts Group is teaming up with the American Red Cross for a season of giving that promises to warm hearts and make a difference in our community.

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StoryWalk®

Go on a self-guided adventure and partake in a fun guessing game with a bilingual StoryWalk®. Each page of the book “Señorita Mariposa” by Mister G will be placed along a path so you can experience the story while you walk from page to page.

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2024 Library Summer Challenge: Your Opinion Matters – Take the Survey!

The summer flew by and the Library is already thinking about next year’s Summer Challenge! Take a moment and share your thoughts about what you liked, what you loved! and what you’d like to see next year. [Learn more]

Get Help Studying with Live Tutors!

HelpNow’s tutors will help you navigate the school year with virtual help for subjects like math, science, writing and more!

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Gale eBooks for Business

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, Gale business-related reference books will help make your dream a reality. [Learn more.]

Got the Creative Bug?

Explore more than 1,000 award-winning art and craft video classes to make custom gifts, table settings, home décor and more!. Learn more.

Are you a friend of Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL)?

For decades, the Friends have been advocates, volunteers, and supporters of JCPL. Our members believe that our Library is the heart of our community and that each Friend “multiplies the good” work of the Library. We raise more than $100,000 annually in support of JCPL through our Whale of a Used Book Sales, and Whale’s Tale/Baby Whale bookstores. Become a Friend today. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @JeffcoFriends