Aurora Public Library has announced the launch of Bibliotele, a new Spanish-language streaming service now available free of charge to all library patrons. This streaming service offers a wide range of culturally relevant, high-quality audiovisual content for Spanish speakers, reinforcing the library’s commitment to accessibility, equity and community engagement. La biblioteca anunció el lanzamiento de Bibliotele, un nuevo servicio de streaming en español que ahora está disponible de manera gratuita para todos los usuarios de la biblioteca. Esta servicio ofrece una amplia variedad de contenido audiovisual de alta calidad y culturalmente relevante para la comunidad hispanohablante, reforzando el compromiso de la biblioteca con la accesibilidad, la equidad y la participación comunitaria.

After a yearlong planning process shaped by more than 2,700 community voices, Aurora Public Library has completed its new Strategic and Facilities Master Plan and is beginning implementation this year. Grounded in the library’s new mission to nurture curiosity, capability and confidence throughout all of life’s chapters, the plan focuses on making library services easier to use, more responsive and more closely aligned with how Aurora residents live, learn and work today.

Aurora Public Library releases its 2025 data highlighting community usage and top checked out items across all ages and genres, noting a total system usage of 2.8 million.

Aurora Public Library is celebrating an expansion that doubles the size of the Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave., with a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring Congressman Jason Crow and Mayor Mike Coffman at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8. The $2.5 million renovation was part of Crow’s community project funding secured in 2023 via the government appropriations process.

Aurora Public Library has completed its Strategic and Facilities Master Plan, which includes a revised vision, mission and a set of values. Five areas of focus were chosen to assist in guiding the library’s services to the community, and facilities’ needs, including potential new constructions, were identified.

Explore the library this holiday season! Aurora Public Library has holiday events from community enrichment to storytimes. Mark your calendars and get ready for some holiday cheer!

One hundred years ago this October, a determined group, the Aurora Women’s Club, began raising funds to open our city’s first public library. Now, we’re inviting you to be part of that ongoing legacy. In celebration of Mission Viejo Library’s 50th anniversary, we’re working toward a $75,000 goal to strengthen library spaces, programs and community connections.

Celebrate the rich tradition of honoring loved ones who have passed with different activities by partnering organizations Amigos de Mexico and Museo de las Americas.

In 2024, more than 5 million touchpoints connected residents with Aurora’s cultural, arts and literacy offerings.

Aurora Mini-Con, the free, family event of all things pop culture, returns from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Aurora Municipal Campus, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

The newly renovated Martin Luther King Jr. Library is set to open Nov. 3 with an expanded and modernized space, thanks to a $2.5 million federal grant. The renovation doubles the library’s size, from approximately 7,000 square feet to 14,000 square feet, offering more space for public use and adding new technology, youth learning zones, collaborative spaces and multipurpose rooms—transforming it into a dynamic community hub in northwest Aurora.

Mission Viejo Library is kicking off a capital fundraising effort in celebration of its 50th anniversary. The “150 for 50” Capital Campaign launches at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, during a festive community event at the library, located at 15324 E. Hampden Circle.

Enjoy artwork at Central Library from local artist Juls Mendoza's exhibit "FRONTERA - Tesoros de mi Infancia," in partnership with Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art.

Support your local authors during Global Fest 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, June 14 at Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway.

Celebrate 50 years of Mission Viejo Library Saturday, June 7 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Aurora Public Library has partnered with Rebel Marketplace to bring a farmers’ market to Hoffman Heights Library, 1298 Peoria St., through September.

Enjoy free concerts, unique performances and family friendly movies under the stars at various city of Aurora parks.

Aurora Public Library’s Summer of Imagination returns this year with the theme “Color Our World.” Starting Tuesday, May 27, participants in the summer reading program can register to receive a free book, while supplies last.

Congratulations to Hailey Andler, the current mentee of Aurora Poet Laureate Ahja Fox's Muse Mentorship!

Aurora Public Library is pleased to announce the installation of HonestWaves charging lockers at select libraries, providing a secure and convenient solution for patrons to charge their devices while enjoying library services.

Aurora Public Library is excited to roll out a new way to connect with others through programs, events and community spaces.

Aurora Public Library will be offline for maintenance from Tuesday, April 29 to Monday, May 12 to move to a new and improved software system for checkouts, holds, creating library cards and more. You may experience glitches, and we appreciate your patience during the transition. 

Construction begins today on a major remodeling project at the Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave., made possible through $2.5 million in federal funding secured through government appropriations process for community projects led by Congressman Jason Crow. The work is scheduled to be completed by fall 2025.

National Library Week, April 6 to 12, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.

Today, Aurora Public Library is launching its Strategic and Facilities Master Plan, a comprehensive initiative designed to shape the future of the library. The theme of the plan, Radiating Possibilities, reflects the library’s commitment to expanding access to resources, fostering lifelong learning and serving as a vibrant hub for the community.

Each year Aurora Public Library reflects on the generous donations from the Aurora community. These donations continue to support providing free programming, events, resources and services in our seven locations throughout the community.

Aurora Public Library and the Aurora Fox Arts Center launched “One Book, One Aurora: From Page to Stage,” a community-wide initiative encouraging residents to read Mark Haddon’s acclaimed novel, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” and to experience the Aurora Fox’s stage production of the novel, running from March 21 to April 13. The program features a series of engaging events aimed at fostering community connection and promoting awareness and support for individuals in the autistic community through inclusive programming and partnerships.

Every year brings new insights on what Aurora residents love to read. Here is a highlight of the best reads of 2024!

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market on Tuesday, Dec. 3 on the Great Lawn of the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

Merry Makers Market returns from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 at Central Library!

Tallyn's Reach Library will host two local author events Saturday, Nov. 9 with Danielle Lammon and Patrick R. Ritchen.

The Aurora History Museum, in partnership with the Aurora Public Library & Cultural Services, and the Office of People, Belonging, and Culture of the City of Aurora, are sponsoring an essay contest open to current residents who are 18+ years old, or who are enrolled in a high school, college or university in Colorado.

Aurora Public Library is excited to announce the launch of its free mobile app, Aurora Public Library CO, with the goal of making library services more accessible to the community. It is available in 15 languages and can be downloaded to iOS and Android devices.

Aurora Mini-Con, presented by Comcast, returns from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Aurora Municipal Campus, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

Show your creativity in Central Library's bookmark contest! Children, teens and adults can design a bookmark tied to the contest's theme. Deadline is Sunday, Sept. 15.

Celebrate and support the release of “Sapello Son,” the Editors’ Selection from the 2022 Frost Place Chapbook Competition done by Bull City Press, alongside writers Aerik Francis, Lena Rogin, Brian Lupo, Maria Tolche and Ahja Fox.

New art will be displayed throughout the libraries in partnership with Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art and Denver Botanic Gardens

CollegeNow is set to revolutionize the way patrons embark on their higher education journey by offering a comprehensive array of college admissions resources and professional guidance.

Join an outdoor summer celebration starting at noon, Saturday, July 13, at Jewell Park, 12200 E. 13th Place.

Enjoy live music, unique performances and experiences every month throughout Aurora with Summer Jams and Storytime, and Aurora Rhythms, hosted by the city’s Library and Cultural Services Department.

Following a national search, Ginger White Brunetti was selected to lead the Library and Cultural Services Department and started in late February.

The multi-award-winning ABCmouse Early Learning Academy is now available with an Aurora Public Library card!

Learn about the first Muse Mentorship recipient, Akusua Akoto, and their experience with Aurora Poet Laureate Ahja Fox.

Celebrate 20 years of Martin Luther King Jr Library from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 4!

Aurora Public Library’s Muse Mentorship, started and mentored by Aurora Poet Laureate Ahja Fox, aims to support writers through one-on-one meetings as a means to work towards the mentee’s writing goals.

Aurora Central Library is reimagining its space and expanding its art collection! Six new additions have made its home along with the last piece to complete “One Nation” by David Ocelotl Garcia.

Aurora Public Library is ending fines for overdue items and expanding operating hours, including opening on Sundays, at Central Library and Tallyn’s Reach Library.

Aurora Public Library is starting 2023 with a bang, with several enhancements to community services.

Wi-Fi hot spots available for checkout at Aurora Public Libraries

Denver Botanic Gardens' annual Día de los Muertos celebration extends to Aurora Public Library