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Para leer esta entrada en español, haga clic aquí (ADD LINK TO SPANISH VERSION) Did you know the Caldwell Public Library offers materials in more languages than just English? We have children’s books in several languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, French, Arabic, and Braille. For adult books, we have a robust Spanish-language section, with fiction and nonfiction books either originally written in Spanish or translated from the English. Today I want to highlight a few of my favorite Spanish-language materials that are carried by libraries in the LYNX consortium , as well as their English-language translations. Crónica de una muerte anunciada   (Chronicle of a Death Foretold) As one of the literary greats of the Spanish language, Colombian author Gabriel García Márquez has an extensive body of work that includes short stories, novels, and novellas. This novella,  Crónica de una muerte anunciada , was translated to the English as Chronicle of a Death Foretold . Told through a nonlinear narrative by an anonymous narrator, the story follows the murder of character Santiago Nasar at the hands of two other townspeople, the Vicario brothers. García Márquez blends elements of crime fiction with elements of literary fiction: unlike traditional detective stories, the characters don’t focus on investigating the murder. The title and text reflect that the murder had been foreseen widely throughout the town; in this case, the mystery is why the townspeople were not willing or able to prevent it. With the tense subject matter, the fast-paced plot, and García Márquez’s typical carefully-crafted prose, this novella is sure to entertain… but also to make you think.  Las cosas que perdimos en el fuego  (Things We Lost in the Fire) This short story collection by Argentinian writer and editor Mariana Enríquez is often categorized as horror and compared to works by such writers as Carmen Maria Machado ( Her Body and Other Parties ) and Shirley Jackson (“ The Lottery ”). Set in contemporary Argentina, they are not afraid to include typical pillars of horror such as violence, weirdness, and the macabre. However, there’s also something speculative about many of these stories. For me, the horror in Enríquez’s works comes not only from the violent and the grotesque, but also from the way she treats questions of womanhood, safety, and poverty. The titular “Things We Lost in the Fire” is the highlight of the collection for me, followed closely by “The Dirty Kid” and “End of Term.” Biutiful (2010) This movie, directed by Mexican filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu and featuring Spanish actor Javier Bardem, is described as a psychological drama. It follows Uxbal, who is a single father and earns a living procuring work for a group of undocumented immigrants to Barcelona from China. When Uxbal is diagnosed with cancer, he seeks to settle his affairs before his death, but his world begins to collapse around him as he falls into tragedy after tragedy. Though the movie’s plot is often gruesome and usually solemn, it is also a beautiful exploration of fatherhood, commitment, and the way we grapple with and against death. The copies available through the LYNX consortium feature the original audio (in Spanish with some dialogue in Catalan) and include optional subtitles in Spanish and English.

The Caldwell Public Library provides services and information to connect, enrich, and inspire our community. Learn more at the library. Teen Book Club MAY Black, white, and orange background. Text: Teen book club, this month we're reading "read a fantasy" MAy 11 at 5:30pm (Ages 13-17). Lego Club MAY Picture of Legos with text: Lego Club Tuesday May 12 from 4:30pm to 5:30pm Theme: School's Out for the Summer Ultimate Book Nerd 2026 Ultimate Book Nerd Reading Challenge for adults, teens, and kids. Click the picture for more details. Teen Book Club MAY Black, white, and orange background. Text: Teen book club, this month we're reading "read a fantasy" MAy 11 at 5:30pm (Ages 13-17). 1/13 PROGRAMS Choose an age group to discover fun library programs or see all of our upcoming programs and events on our calendar . Adults Programs for ages 18+ Thursday Read Book Club Read and discuss our monthly book pick on the 2nd Thursday at 2pm or the 3rd Thursday at 6:30pm. Teens Programs for ages 13-17 Ultimate Book Nerd Sign up for our year-long reading challenge. Kids Programs for ages 0-12 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Start building literacy skills with your kids from the day they are born! ONLINE RESOURCES Your library card gets you free access to tons of digital resources. Select a resource below and log in with your library card number. Need a library card? Apply in person or online . Ebooks, Audiobooks, & E-Magazines Browse our digital collection & learn about the Libby app. Databases Discover databases for academic research, book recommendations, recipes, maps, and more. Auto Repair Chilton Library offers free step-by-step instructions for your auto repair needs. Access tutorials, diagrams, diagnostic info, and more. Language Learning Mango, a language learning website and app, offers over 70 world language courses. Video Tutorials Niche Academy is filled with tutorials and step-by-step instructions for accessing a variety of online resources. Idaho Resources Find information on local elections, court records, taxes, health insurance, driving tests, and more. Music Listen to your favorite music and create custom playlists on Freegal Music+. Newspapers Access online editions of local and national newspapers. LIBRARY RESOURCES Discover all of the things you can do at the library. Many of the resources at the library are accessible without a library card. Tech Tutoring Schedule an appointment with a staff member. Bring your own device or use one of our computers to learn various technology skills. Computer & Printing Services Use one of our computers (library card or guest pass required), connect to our free WiFi, or print/scan/copy your documents. Community Pantry Visit our take-what-you-need, leave-what-you-can pantry to find free food, hygiene, and clothing items. Historical Collection Browse our local history collection in the Idaho Room or online. Library of Things Browse our collection of non-book items. Place a hold on technology, board games, sports equipment, STEM & story kits, and more. Ida App Download the Ida App to manage your library account, place holds, check out books from your phone, and more. Mobile Makerspace Our mobile makerspace brings library services out into the community. Meeting Rooms The Dean E. Miller Community Room and the Idaho Room are available by appointment. 3D Printing Learn about our public 3D printing services and submit your files for consideration. Friends of the Library The Friends group is a volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the library through fundraising. ON THE BLOG Get reading recommendations, discover new library services, and more on our blog. Choose one of our latest posts below, or browse all blog posts here. Recommended Reading: Translated From Spanish

Discover fun programs for adults at Caldwell Public Library. From book clubs and reading challenges to technology tutoring and job services, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the library. Adult Programs Ultimate Book Nerd How many books can you read in a year? Complete 50 books in 50 weeks for adults, 35 books for teens, and 25 books for kids to earn the title of Ultimate Book Nerd. Featured Tutoring Services Have computer questions? Taking an online course and need a proctor for an exam? We can help! Featured Adulting 101 Learn basic skills and more. From resume building to backyard farming and more! What will you learn next? Featured Thursday Read Book Club Find out what books are coming up next for the Thursday Read Book Club. Featured Upcoming Adult Programs & Events Múltiples fechas mié 13 de may Tech Lab / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 13 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Drop in to ask your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance from a staff member. We are happy to assist you with any tech-related issues. Ages 18+ Compartir Múltiples fechas jue 14 de may Thursday Read Book Club / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 14 may 2026, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Join us for our monthly book club discussion! This month's book is "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Ages 18+ Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 15 de may Tai Chi and Qigong / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 15 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Community Room. Participate in mindful, holistic exercise for overall health and well-being. Ages 18+ Compartir Múltiples fechas sáb 16 de may Storytime Around The World / Caldwell Leer más 16 may 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Caldwell, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Let's read around the world! "Visit" a new country every month through stories, crafts, and activities. Topic this month: The Philippines Compartir Múltiples fechas mar 19 de may Elections / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 19 may 2026, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is holding elections in the community room. Compartir Múltiples fechas mié 20 de may CPL at the Senior Center / Caldwell Senior Center Leer más 20 may 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Caldwell Senior Center , 1009 Everett St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Drop by the Caldwell Senior Center and ask questions about library services such as our e-resource collection, technology tutoring, homebound delivery services, or the Talking Book Service. Compartir Múltiples fechas mié 20 de may Idaho Crop Spotlight / Community Room RSVP 20 may 2026, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Community Room, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Growing, Harvesting and Preserving Onions. Registration is appreciated but not required. Compartir mié 20 de may Summer Bingo / Community Room Leer más 20 may 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Community Room, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Bring your friends and enjoy a fun night out with Summer Bingo, prizes, and DIY BBQ rub! Theme for the prizes will be welcoming summer activities. Compartir Múltiples fechas jue 21 de may Board of Trustees Meeting / Caldwell Public Library (Community Room) Leer más 21 may 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library (Community Room), 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The Library Board of Trustees will meet on the third Thursday of the month at 12 p.m. in the Community Room at the library. Compartir Múltiples fechas jue 21 de may Thursday Read Book Club / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 21 may 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Join us for our monthly book club discussion! This month's book is "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Ages 18+ Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 22 de may Tai Chi and Qigong / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 22 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Community Room. Participate in mindful, holistic exercise for overall health and well-being. Ages 18+ Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 22 de may Ping Pong Club / Community Room Leer más 22 may 2026, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Community Room, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come join us for our monthly program: Ping Pong Club! Gather on the last Friday of each month and a enjoy a game of ping pong. All ages welcomed. Compartir Múltiples fechas lun 25 de may Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 25 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir mié 27 de may Puzzle Exchange / Community Room Leer más 27 may 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Community Room, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Join us for a puzzle exchange gathering where you can bring puzzles to trade in or donate! Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 29 de may Tai Chi and Qigong / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 29 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Community Room. Participate in mindful, holistic exercise for overall health and well-being. Ages 18+ Compartir sáb 30 de may Summer Reading Kickoff / Community Room Leer más 30 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Community Room, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come in to register for the Summer Reading Program! This year's theme: Unearth a Story. Compartir Múltiples fechas mar 02 de jun Saint Alphonsus Mobile Health Clinic Onsite / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 02 jun 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Call Saint Alphonsus to schedule at 208-367-4482. Compartir Múltiples fechas mar 02 de jun Board Game Night / Community Room Leer más 02 jun 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Community Room, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Join us every first Tuesday and play a variety of board games or bring your own. Free snacks and refreshments provided! Compartir Cargar más Summer Bingo sunny forest background with a guy fishing out prizes. text: Summer Bingo May 20 from 6:30pm-8pm bingo prizes DIY BBQ rub. ages 18+ Thursday Read Book Club MAY Blue background with text. Thursday Read Book Club "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón. May 14 at 2pm and May 21 at 6:30pm ages 18+ Tech Lab MAY Blue background with illustration of a laptop, tablet, cell phone, and headphones. Text reads: Tech Lab - Computer Basics. Get help on the featured topic or any other tech-related issue. Second Wednesday of each month from 10am-12pm. Drop in anytime during the program. Summer Bingo sunny forest background with a guy fishing out prizes. text: Summer Bingo May 20 from 6:30pm-8pm bingo prizes DIY BBQ rub. ages 18+ 1/4

The library is more than just a building, and our outreach team works hard to bring library programs and services out into the community. Learn more about our outreach efforts and discover fun programs to attend. Summer Reading Volunteering Become a Summer Reading Volunteer! Earn volunteer hours for school. Students ages 16+ are encouraged to volunteer. Volunteers will help families register for the program, give out prizes and assist with fun programs from June-August. Farmway Afterschool Program MAY Dark blue background with text and pictures a kid making slime. Text: Farmway Community Center Afterschool Program Activity board: STEAM Night May 14 at 4:30-6:30pm all ages Ultimate Book Nerd 2026 Ultimate Book Nerd Reading Challenge for adults, teens, and kids. Click the picture for more details. Summer Reading Volunteering Become a Summer Reading Volunteer! Earn volunteer hours for school. Students ages 16+ are encouraged to volunteer. Volunteers will help families register for the program, give out prizes and assist with fun programs from June-August. 1/4 Outreach Upcoming Outreach Programs & Events Múltiples fechas jue 14 de may Farmway Afterschool Program / Farmway Village Community Room Leer más 14 may 2026, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Farmway Village Community Room, 22730 Farmway Rd, Caldwell, ID 83607, USA Activity this month: STEAM Night- Paper Circuits ¡La actividad de este mes: Noche STEAM- Circuitos de papel Compartir Múltiples fechas mar 19 de may Elections / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 19 may 2026, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is holding elections in the community room. Compartir Múltiples fechas mié 20 de may CPL at the Senior Center / Caldwell Senior Center Leer más 20 may 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Caldwell Senior Center , 1009 Everett St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Drop by the Caldwell Senior Center and ask questions about library services such as our e-resource collection, technology tutoring, homebound delivery services, or the Talking Book Service. Compartir Múltiples fechas lun 25 de may Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 25 may 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Múltiples fechas jue 11 de jun Farmway Afterschool Program / Farmway Village Community Room Leer más 11 jun 2026, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Farmway Village Community Room, 22730 Farmway Rd, Caldwell, ID 83607, USA Activity this month: ¡La actividad de este mes: Compartir Múltiples fechas mié 17 de jun CPL at the Senior Center / Caldwell Senior Center Leer más 17 jun 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Caldwell Senior Center , 1009 Everett St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Drop by the Caldwell Senior Center and ask questions about library services such as our e-resource collection, technology tutoring, homebound delivery services, or the Talking Book Service. Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 19 de jun Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 19 jun 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 26 de jun Friends of the Library Book Sale / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 26 jun 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come browse books, movies, magazines, and more at the Friends of the Caldwell Public Library Book Sale. Items will be individually priced. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. Compartir Múltiples fechas sáb 27 de jun Friends of the Library Book Sale / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 27 jun 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come browse books, movies, magazines, and more at the Friends of the Caldwell Public Library Book Sale. Items will be individually priced. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. Compartir Múltiples fechas sáb 04 de jul Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 04 jul 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Múltiples fechas sáb 05 de sep Friends of the Library Book Sale / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 05 sep 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come browse books, movies, magazines, and more at the Friends of the Caldwell Public Library Book Sale. Items will be individually priced. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. Compartir Múltiples fechas lun 07 de sep Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 07 sep 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Múltiples fechas vie 18 de sep Friends of the Library Book Sale / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 18 sep 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come browse books, movies, magazines, and more at the Friends of the Caldwell Public Library Book Sale. Items will be individually priced. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. Compartir Múltiples fechas sáb 19 de sep Friends of the Library Book Sale / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 19 sep 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA Come browse books, movies, magazines, and more at the Friends of the Caldwell Public Library Book Sale. Items will be individually priced. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. Compartir Múltiples fechas lun 12 de oct Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 12 oct 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Múltiples fechas mar 03 de nov Elections / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 03 nov 2026, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is holding elections in the community room. Compartir Múltiples fechas mié 11 de nov Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 11 nov 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Múltiples fechas jue 26 de nov Closed / Caldwell Public Library Leer más 26 nov 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA The library is closed today. Compartir Cargar más Contactless Delivery If you are high-risk for COVID-19 or have limited transportation, you might qualify for our delivery services. Homebound Delivery Can't make it to the library due to illness, age, and/or disability? Sign up for our Homebound Delivery service. Mobile Makerspace Our Mobile Makerspace is a STEM workshop on wheels! Tutoring Services Have computer questions? Taking an online course and need a proctor for an exam? We can help!