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10/15/2026

📚 The pages have turned, and last month's most borrowed adult books are in!

Whether you're looking for a mystery, a heartfelt story or an out-of-this-world adventure, these reader favorites are ready to inspire your next library visit.

Our community's top 10 most borrowed adult fictions books last month:

📖 “The Divorce” by Freida McFadden
📖 “Brain Damage” by Freida McFadden
📖 “The Unknown” by Riley Sager
📖 “Whistler” by Ann Patchett
📖 “Delusional” by James Patterson and James O. Born
📖 “Fury in Death” by J.D. Robb
📖 “Death Row” by Freida McFadden
📖 “Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir
📖 “The Midnight Train” by Matt Haig
📖 “The Romance Revival” by Christina Lauren

How many have you read? Tell us your favorite in the comments, then stop by the library or place a hold to discover your next great read!

10/14/2026

Visitors to Anythink Brighton Library this month are invited to take a journey with two community ofrendas on display.

In celebration of Día de los Mu***os, the ofrendas by artist are an invitation to the community to “honor their ancestors in any way they see fit,” said Val Ponce Najera, Duran’s apprentice. Library visitors are invited to bring in in notes, photos or items in remembrance of those who have passed away.

“We try to highlight the joy of knowing that we are connected to our ancestors,” Ponce Najera said. “Especially during this time, we have the opportunity to commune with them, and not only with our ancestors, but (with) the community around us.”

👉Learn more about the ofrendas and the artist’s inspirations: https://anythink.org/4AZ0nAx

10/13/2026

🌿 What happens when you give people free access to nature exploration tools, outdoor learning opportunities and a welcoming place to start?

In a recent Guardian feature, five Colorado residents share how they used the Anythink Nature Library to explore the outdoors in new ways, from checking out nature kits to discovering new hobbies and experiences close to home. The article highlights their stories and the many ways people are connecting with nature through the library.

We're grateful to everyone who has visited, explored and made the Nature Library part of their journey.

Read the story in The Guardian and then come explore for yourself: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/oct/07/nature-library-colorado-us-wilderness-stargazing-camping-outdoors-aoe 💚

10/13/2026

What happens when young people who love the outdoors visit a library designed to connect people with nature?

Recently, the Anythink Nature Library welcomed participants from Camping to Connect for a special tour exploring trails, gardens, hands-on learning spaces and all the ways a library can inspire curiosity beyond its walls. The visit was featured by Colorado Public Radio’s Colorado Matters show as part of a story about this special community resource.

We're grateful to the Camping to Connect team for spending the day with us and reminding us that some of the best learning happens when we explore together.

Listen to the story: https://anythink.org/4dtEHT7

Today, we visit a library where you don't just check out books, you check out nature. The new Anythink Nature Library is touted as the first of its kind in the nation. The $43 million, 33,000 square foot facility sits on 15 acres in Adams County adjacent to the 140 acre Aylor Open Space and includes...

10/12/2026

All Anythink Libraries branches will be closed Monday, Oct. 12, for staff training. We look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday!

10/11/2026

📷 by : PROJECT UPDATE | Anythink Nature Library, Colorado's First Public Nature Library Get's a Renewable Power Boost from Namaste Solar

The 203.5-kilowatt solar system is expected to generate about half of the library's electricity while delivering more than $1 million in lifetime savings through lower utility costs and federal clean energy incentives.

A library dedicated to helping people connect with nature is now drawing on nature itself to help power its mission. Namaste Solar has completed a rooftop solar installation at Anythink Nature Library, Colorado's first public nature library, at 6811 E. 136th Ave. in Thornton. Operated by Rangeview Library District, the library opened Aug. 8. The 203.5-kilowatt system is expected to generate about half of the facility's electricity. By helping lower the building's ongoing energy expenses, the solar project helps preserve resources that advance the library's mission of environmental education, community experiences and lifelong learning. Have a news tip? Email it to [email protected] for immediate attention.

10/10/2026

📚 Celebrate Banned Books Week by exploring stories that deserve to be read.
Did you know that Anythink's Freedom to Read Collection on The Palace Project app gives all Coloradans free access to ebooks and audiobooks that are frequently challenged or banned in libraries?

The Freedom to Read Collection helps ensure everyone has access to a wide range of voices, perspectives and ideas. Whether you're revisiting a classic or discovering a new favorite, your next great read is just a few clicks away.

How to get started:
✅ Download The Palace Project app (available on both Android and iPhone)
✅ Search for "Anythink Libraries Freedom to Read Collection"
✅ Borrow your first book and select the option to create a Freedom to Read library card*
✅ Verify that you live in Colorado using location services
✅ Enter your name, email address and password
✅ Verify your email and save your barcode number
✅ Log in and start borrowing ebooks and audiobooks for free

*This library card is separate from your regular Anythink card and is available to Colorado residents.

10/09/2026

Books can act as a gateway to exploring new ideas, emotions, places and experiences different from our own. In our newest teen group, the Banned Book Club, we’ll dive into frequently challenged and censored books, discussing their themes and ideas.

Our first read? “Sunrise on the Reaping” by Suzanne Collins. Read it with us before catching the new film adaption!

The first meeting will be from 4 – 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Anythink Thornton Community Center Library.

Open to ages 12-18; no registration required.

10/08/2026

Our staff at Anythink Brighton Library shared their favorite frequently banned reads in celebration of Banned Books Week, all of which are available from the Freedom to Read Collection. Visit the Anythink Libraries website to access the collection.

What often banned books do you love? Let us know in the comments!

10/07/2026

Looking to expand your horizons with a new read this Banned Books Week? Our teen audience has a few suggestions for you! And the best part? All of these titles are available to borrow for free as part of our digital Freedom to Read Collection.

Visit the Anythink Libraries website to download the Palace Project App and access the collection.