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May buds of wildflowers dot our mud season mountainsides, as our local baby boomers continue to embark on a quest for knowledge, entertainment and camaraderie. Through snow, mud and sunshine, Grand County Library District has your back with a guide for the labyrinth of senior enlightenment.
Hoopla Digital: Infinite entertainment
Picture this: You’re cozied up in your favorite armchair, sipping chamomile tea and pondering life’s mysteries. Suddenly, you crave a classic movie or an audiobook to transport you to distant lands. Enter Hoopla, the genie in the digital lamp. With thousands of movies, TV shows, e-books and audiobooks at your fingertips, you’ll be more entertained than a squirrel at a nut buffet. No holds, no waiting — just instant streaming.
Kanopy and Kanopy Kids: Where thoughtful entertainment meets grandkids’ approval
Grandparents, rejoice! Kanopy offers a treasure trove of unique films, award-winning documentaries, indie hits and BBC specials. But wait, there’s more. Kanopy Kids caters to the little ones in your life. From animated adventures to educational content, it’s a virtual playdate with your grandkids.
NoveList: Unleash your inner bookworm
Calling all bookworms, bibliophiles and literary enthusiasts! Whether you’re into cozy mysteries, epic sagas or steamy romance novels, NoveList is like having a personal librarian who whispers, “Psst, try this heartwarming mystery set in a knitting circle.” And fear not, dear seniors — NoveList won’t judge you for secretly loving vampire romance novels, and neither will the library district.
Blue Zones Books: Secrets of longevity and happiness
Place a hold on various Blue Zones books. Dan Buettner, the author and explorer extraordinaire, has traveled the globe to uncover the secrets of health and happiness. His books provide valuable insights into living longer and healthier lives.
The Grand County Library District has many digital products that seniors can take advantage of.Grand County Library District/Courtesy photo
Brain Boosting with Transparent Language (TL)
Keep those synapses firing! TL offers brain-boosting language classes. Whether you want to learn French, Spanish or any of the 120 languages offered, these classes keep your gray matter active and engage your linguistic prowess.
Gale Presents: Udemy
Ready to become a podcasting guru? Look no further than Udemy. This online learning platform offers thousands of video-based courses. Whether you’re eager to learn how to make sourdough bread or just want to impress your cat with your newfound knowledge, Udemy has you covered. Remember, learning is like riding a bicycle, great exercise for your brain!
Reminiscence kits
Reminiscence kits are created for memory therapy, to help those with dementia and for those who give care. The use of positive photo images, videos and music are designed to evoke memories, spark conversations and promote well-being. All Grand County Library District branches have kits.
Senior Lunch & Learn: Where wisdom meets munchies
Imagine this scene: You’re nibbling on a turkey sandwich, surrounded by fellow seniors and discussing cybersecurity. The award-winning program covers everything from library resources to useful apps, fitness and local history. It’s like TED Talks with a side of potato salad. So come hungry for knowledge, make friends and leave with a full belly.
Visit GCLD.org or your local library to embrace these resources and the wisdom of your years.
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