Event List

South Branch Library to Undergo Carpet Replacement Project starting Dec. 16 ; Limited Services Available

Starting December 16, the South Branch will be operating with limited services for approximately one month we undergo a comprehensive carpet replacement project. Call 970-453-3544 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm for more information.

Services Available:

  • Holds pickup available Monday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm during most of the project period; Patrons can continue to place holds at through the online catalog at summit.marmot.org/
  • Online digital resources remain fully accessible so you can enjoy digital books, audiobooks, streaming services, and databases from the comfort of home
  • Limited special programming and events available December 16-24. Check the library’s events calendar for the most up-to-date information: summitco.librarycalendar.com/events/week
  • Outdoor book drop
  • Telephone/Email assistance from South Branch staff 
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New Year's Day Closure

All Day
Main Library - Frisco, North Branch Library - Silverthorne, South Branch Library - Breckenridge, All Summit County Libraries

All Summit County Libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1st.   Please visit your account to renew or place items on hold: https://summit.marmot.org/MyAccount/Main...

Closing
Branches:
Main Library - Frisco, North Branch Library - Silverthorne, South Branch Library - Breckenridge, All Summit County Libraries
Description:

All Summit County Libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1st.   Please visit your account to renew or place items on hold: https://summit.marmot.org/MyAccount/

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Yeti...Set...Read! Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/28
Virtual
Program Type:
Community Event, Literacy, Other, Virtual
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children (K-5th), Tweens (6th-8th), Teens (9th-12th), Adults, Everyone

All ages can participate in our annual Winter Reading challenge!

Earn virtual badges in the Beanstack app/website by reading or listening to different genres. Complete 5 to earn a special prize!

Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children (K-5th), Tweens (6th-8th), Teens (9th-12th), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Event, Literacy, Other, Virtual
Event Details:

All ages can participate in our annual Winter Reading challenge!

Earn virtual badges in the Beanstack app/website by reading or listening to different genres. Complete 5 to earn a special prize!

South Branch Library Closed

All Day
South Branch Library - Breckenridge

The South Branch Library will be closed on Saturdays from December 20, 2025 until January 17th, 2026 due to a carpet project.During the week Monday- Friday they will be open for Ho...

Closing
Branches:
South Branch Library - Breckenridge
Description:

The South Branch Library will be closed on Saturdays from December 20, 2025 until January 17th, 2026 due to a carpet project.

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Tuesday Writers Group

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Frisco
Program Type:
Literacy, Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

The Tuesday Writers Group is a welcoming workshop for Summit County writers. This group is for the published and the amateur, the good and the bad. This group meets monthly: Tuesdays during odd months and Saturdays during even months.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Frisco
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Tuesday Writers Group is a welcoming workshop for Summit County writers. This group is for the published and the amateur, the good and the bad. This group meets monthly: Tuesdays during odd months and Saturdays during even months.

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Pine Meeting Room at Main Library - Frisco
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Read to a Dog

Wednesday January 7 @ 4-4:30pm

Do your kids love dogs? Children are invited to practice their reading skills with our gentle therapy dogs. 

This is a no-judgement zone!

Library Branch: Main Library - Frisco
Room: Pine Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Read to a Dog

Wednesday January 7 @ 4-4:30pm

Do your kids love dogs? Children are invited to practice their reading skills with our gentle therapy dogs. 

This is a no-judgement zone!

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

South Branch Library Closed

All Day
South Branch Library - Breckenridge

The South Branch Library will be closed on Saturdays from December 20, 2025 until January 17th, 2026 due to a carpet project.During the week Monday- Friday they will be open for Ho...

Closing
Branches:
South Branch Library - Breckenridge
Description:

The South Branch Library will be closed on Saturdays from December 20, 2025 until January 17th, 2026 due to a carpet project.

South Branch Library in Breckenridge Closure

All Day 1/12 - 1/17
South Branch Library - Breckenridge

The South Branch Library in Breckenridge (103 S Harris)will be closed January 12th until Saturday, January 17th due to a building carpet project.There will be no hold pick up this ...

Closing
Branches:
South Branch Library - Breckenridge
Description:

The South Branch Library in Breckenridge (103 S Harris)will be closed January 12th until Saturday, January 17th due to a building carpet project.

Science Wizards : A monthly STEAM program for K-5

Science Wizards : Volcanos & Kinetic Sand

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library Children's Room at Main Library - Frisco
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy, S.T.E.A.M
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

In January for Science Wizards we will be learning about volcanos! We will be making kinectic sand and constructing a group volcano. Come explore and have fun in this interactive program for grades K-5th. 

No registration required!

Library Branch: Main Library - Frisco
Room: Main Library Children's Room
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy, S.T.E.A.M
Event Details:

In January for Science Wizards we will be learning about volcanos! We will be making kinectic sand and constructing a group volcano. Come explore and have fun in this interactive program for grades K-5th. 

No registration required!

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Closure

All Day
Main Library - Frisco, North Branch Library - Silverthorne, South Branch Library - Breckenridge, All Summit County Libraries

All Summit County Libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19th. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday, January 20th.If you need to renew items, place items on hold or check your acc...

Closing
Branches:
Main Library - Frisco, North Branch Library - Silverthorne, South Branch Library - Breckenridge, All Summit County Libraries
Description:

All Summit County Libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19th. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday, January 20th.

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Book to Movie Club

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site Programs
Program Type:
Book Club, Literacy, Movie
Age Group:
Adults

This month's Book to Movie Club, along with members of the Breck Banned Book Club (B3C), will read

Library Branch: Off-Site Programs
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Literacy, Movie
Event Details:

This month's Book to Movie Club, along with members of the Breck Banned Book Club (B3C), will read

Disclaimer(s)

Concessions will be available to purchase. 

Banned books on a shelf

Breck Banned Book Club

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site Programs
Program Type:
Book Club, Literacy, Movie
Age Group:
Adults

This month the B3C will join the Book to Movie Club in reading Lois Lowry's The Gi

Library Branch: Off-Site Programs
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Literacy, Movie
Event Details:

This month the B3C will join the Book to Movie Club in reading Lois Lowry's The Gi

Disclaimer(s)

Concessions will be available to purchase. 

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Pine Meeting Room at Main Library - Frisco
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Read to a Dog

Wednesdays, January 21 @ 4-4:30pm

Do your kids love dogs? Children are invited to practice their reading skills with our gentle therapy dogs. 

This is a no-judgement zone!

Library Branch: Main Library - Frisco
Room: Pine Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Read to a Dog

Wednesdays, January 21 @ 4-4:30pm

Do your kids love dogs? Children are invited to practice their reading skills with our gentle therapy dogs. 

This is a no-judgement zone!

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

person with pencil and paper writing

Saturday Writers Group

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Frisco
Program Type:
Literacy, Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

The Saturday Writers Group is a welcoming workshop for Summit County writers. This group is for the published and the amateur, the good and the bad. This group meets monthly: Tuesdays during odd months and Saturdays during even months.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library - Frisco
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Saturday Writers Group is a welcoming workshop for Summit County writers. This group is for the published and the amateur, the good and the bad. This group meets monthly: Tuesdays during odd months and Saturdays during even months.

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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2026 Travel Series: A Magical Wizarding Tour of the United Kingdom: Our Harry Potter-Themed Family Trip

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
The Lodge Meeting Room at North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Community Event, Lecture Series, Literacy
Age Group:
Children (K-5th), Tweens (6th-8th), Teens (9th-12th), Adults, Everyone

The 2026 travel series continues with some literary inspiration - perfect for travel talks at the library! 

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Room: The Lodge Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-5th), Tweens (6th-8th), Teens (9th-12th), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Event, Lecture Series, Literacy
Event Details:

The 2026 travel series continues with some literary inspiration - perfect for travel talks at the library! 

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

Reader's Theatre, castle, planet, spaceship, pirates, trees

Reader's Theatre

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

Reader's Theatre, castle, planet, spaceship, pirates, trees

Reader's Theatre

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

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Reader's Theatre

Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Program Type:
Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children (K-5th)

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Library Branch: North Branch Library - Silverthorne
Age Group: Children (K-5th)
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Bring a story to life by reading aloud straight from a grade-level children's book. Participants will rehearse, pick props, and share a "performance" for family and friends at the end of the program.  

Disclaimer(s)

Summit County Library staff may photograph, film, or record programs and events for library publicity and promotional purposes. Staff will make every effort to notify members of the public when photography, videography, and recording is taking place, and signs will be posted. Reasonable efforts will be made to respect the wishes of patrons who do not want to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. 

Indigenous Peoples' Day Closure

All Day
All Summit County Libraries

All Summit County Libraries will be closed on Monday, October 12. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday, October 13.If you need to renew items, place items on hold or check your account...

Closing
Branches:
All Summit County Libraries
Description:

All Summit County Libraries will be closed on Monday, October 12. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday, October 13.