2025 Events and Fundraisers
May 2025
Spring Whale Sale | May 29 – June 1 | Jeffco Fairgrounds, Golden, CO
The Spring 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.]
July 2025
Books on Film | July 2 | Arvada Harkins Theater
Fundraiser for children’s literacy programs at Jeffco Library!
It’s cosplay time at the premier of Jurassic World Rebirth. Join us for what’s sure to be the blockbuster film of the summer (You didn’t ask for reality; you asked for more teeth!). We’ll be dressed in our Jurassic Park best for this night of action-packed, teeth clenching fun! Emceed by Denver7’s Lisa Hidalgo, the event will include a post-film discussion with the folks from Dinosaur Ridge. Cosplay optional. Doors open at 6PM.
Volunteer Awards and Appreciation Event: A Day in India! | Date TBD | Wheat Ridge CO
Join us for food, dance, and awards ceremony at this East-Indian themed event honoring our amazing volunteers for their dedication, generosity, and expertise.
August 2025
Shred-A-Thon | August 16 | Bank of Colorado, Lakewood
In partnership with Stericycle. Bring all your sensitive documents for this onsite shredding event and fundraiser in support of kids & Family literacy programs at your Jefferson County Public Library! Suggested donation is $20.00 per vehicle. 9AM – Noon at Bank of Colorado parking lot, 275 Union Blvd., Lakewood, CO.
Volunteer Awards and Appreciation Event: A Day in India! | Date TBD | Wheat Ridge CO
Join us for food, dance, and awards ceremony at this East-Indian themed event honoring our amazing volunteers for their dedication, generosity, and expertise.
September 2025
Dine and Donate | Date TBD | 240 Union Restaurant, Lakewood
This annual fundraiser is a delicious way to help us raise funds for your local Library! Every year, the award-winning 240 Union Creative Grille opens its doors to Library lovers and generously donates 25% of all food sales for the day!
Please join us all day for a relaxed and scrumptious dining experience!
Barnes & Noble Book Fair | Date TBD | 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
October 2025
Fall Whale Sale | October 17-19 | Jeffco Fairgrounds, Golden, CO
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.
December 9, 2025
Colorado Gives Day | December 9
Your giving helps us support a variety of early childhood, community, and lifelong learning programs at your Jefferson County Public Library.