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Join us for our second annual fundraising gala to support the Caldwell Public Library's Endowment Fund. Adventure Begins at the Library Open House Event April 23, 2024 6pm-8pm Our open house is a new event intended to highlight all the great resources currently available at the library and showcase upcoming projects. There will be a prize drawing, sweet treats, and various stations highlighting library resources. While the event is open to all and free to attend, RSVPs are required, walk ins will NOT be permitted. To RSVP please send an email to cceja@cityofcaldwell.org . Please be sure to RSVP by Friday, April 19, 2024. Please note, the library and all services will be technically closed for the event. About the event Library Stations At the event, we will have “passports” with each library station on it. Every time you visit a new station you will receive a stamp. Prize Drawing We will have a prize drawing. To be entered into the prize drawing please complete the library survey . For an additional entry, please bring an item for our community pantry . Currently the pantry needs granola bars, tuna packets, peanut butter, and canned meat. Sweet Treats Enjoy sweet treats while you are learning about library resources and meeting the team! As you enter the event you will receive a ticket to redeem your treat. Scan QR code to be directed to survey.

Use the library's 3D printers to bring your ideas to life. Our knowledgeable staff can help you design and execute a variety of 3D print projects. Schedule a consultation to get started. 3D Printing Create your own beautiful designs using the 3D printer at the library. What is 3D Printing? 3D Printing is an additive manufacturing process. This means it works by building an object layer by layer. There are lots of different types of 3D printers that work in a variety of materials, from human tissue to chocolate. The most popular ones use plastic or resin. At Caldwell Public Library, our Prusa MK3 printers use plastic - usually PLA (Polylactic Acid). When we print in plastic it's a lot like drawing with a hot glue gun. The printer melts the plastic and extrudes it through a small nozzle, building it layer by layer. Need help getting started? Download our 3D Printing Guide to discover tips, tricks, and resources. View our 3D printing policy. How do I print something at the library? We have a few different ways for you to 3D print something at the library: Send us your 3D print in .stl or .obj format. Click Here or scroll to the bottom of this page to fill out our submission form and upload your 3D print file. Book a free 3D printing consultation with a staff member to set something up to print. We recommend setting up a consultation if this is your first time 3D printing at the library or if you are unsure if your design will be compatible with our printers. Request a consultation by emailing us at infolibrary@cityofcaldwell.org or call 208-459-3242. submission form

The Caldwell Public Library's Mobile Makerspace allows us to bring library materials, technology, and services to where they are needed in the community. Stop by and visit us if you see us around town, or fill out a request below if you want us at your event. Mobile Makerspace Meet the Mobile Makerspace! This tiny home allows us to bring library materials, technology, and services to where they are needed in the community. Stop by and visit us if you see us around town, or fill out a request below if you want us at your event. FEATURES WIFI Access free public WIFI on any device and borrow library laptops. TECHNOLOGY Demo our 3D Printer, laser cutter, VR headset, and more. BOOKS Browse and check out library materials. You can even sign up for a library card. PROGRAMS At the library, we believe that learning and having fun go hand in hand. Our knowledgeable staff provides both when they bring the Mobile Makerspace out into the community. From tech demos and hands-on STEAM activities to answering your questions and showing you all the library has to offer, the Mobile Makerspace provides valuable opportunities to spread knowledge and technology access around our great community. Virtual Reality Headset Makey Makey 3D Printer Request the Mobile Makerspace We'd love to attend your next school or public event! Share some information with us and our Outreach Librarian will reach out to discuss event details. We cannot attend every event that's requested. Also, if the Makerspace isn't a good fit for your event, we can discuss different outreach possibilities. Event requests must be received at least 21 days before the event to be considered.

Challenge yourself to read 1000 books with your child before they enter kindergarten and earn prizes along the way! 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Challenge Start building literacy skills with your kids from the day they are born! Challenge yourself to read 1000 books with your child before they start kindergarten. About the Program The goal is simple: read 1,000 books with your child before they start kindergarten. Sound daunting? If you read just one book a day from the time your child is born, you will reach 1,000 books before they turn three. 1 book per day for 3 years = 1095 books 10 books per week for 2 years = 1040 books 3 books per day for 1 year = 1095 books Plus, the benefits are huge. Studies show that families who read aloud to their children from birth help strengthen language skills and build vocabulary - two essential tools for when children begin learning to read. To keep the challenge fun and interesting, participants will earn a FREE BOOK for every 200 books they read and a board book set for reaching 1000 books. Bring your reading log to the library to claim your prizes. How to Sign Up Visit Beanstack for a digital log or download the paper log below (make sure your printer settings are set to print on both sides, flip on short edge). Read with your child. Studies have shown reading is an excellent bonding opportunity. You will create lifelong memories as you help your child build early literacy skills. Each time a book is read with your child, log the reading in your digital or paper log. Check-in at the library every time your child finishes 200 books to claim their prizes. You can count any book read to your child by anyone— siblings, grandparents, teachers, library storytimes etc. It is okay to repeat books and read multiple books per day. Books read in any language also count. Print a Paper Log FAQs Who can participate? Every child, from birth until they enter kindergarten. How long will the program take to complete? This is a self-paced program, so completion time will vary for each family. If you read one book a day with your child, you will finish in just under three years. My child loves to re-read books. Can we count a book more than once? Yes! Repetition is actually important to learning. You can count a book each time you read it. Can other people read to my child? Yes! Any and all books read by parents, grandparents, siblings, etc. count toward your goal. Don't forget to count books read at library storytimes, too!

Join us for our second annual fundraising gala to support the Caldwell Public Library's Endowment Fund. Adventure Awaits 3rd Annual Fundraising Gala Benefiting the Caldwell Public Library Endowment Fund April 25, 2023 5:30pm Join us for an evening of food and fun while we raise money for the library's endowment fund. Money raised at our gala supports building improvements and enhanced services. In the past, money from the endowment fund was used to remodel the Kids' Room. It also funded a lot of the cutting edge technology that lives in our Mobile Makerspace, which allows us to bring important library resources out into the community. Looking forward, the Library Board plans on using the Endowment Fund to support building expansion efforts that will allow us to better serve our community. BUY TICKETS VISIT AUCTION SITE Tickets go on sale March 17 at 10:00 a.m. About the Gala Food Enjoy dinner and dessert from local food trucks and bakeries. Online Auction You can bid on our incredible auction items between April 21-28. Auction items will be on display at the gala. Games Make your way through the library to learn about our mission and participate in fun games. Fill out your activities passport for a chance to win a prize. Sponsor our Event Support your community and promote your business by securing one of our leveled sponsorship opportunities. Fill out our sponsorship form or email lforst@cityofcaldwell.org to become a sponsor. Presenting Sponsor $2,000 ONE AVAILABLE Prominent logo placement and recognition on event and auction websites, event programs, and social media posts Verbal recognition at the event Tabling option at the event 4 couples tickets to the event Auction Sponsor $1,000 ONE AVAILABLE Prominent logo placement and recognition on auction website and social media posts Verbal recognition at the event Tabling option at the event 2 couples tickets to the event Food & Drink Sponsors $500 TWO AVAILABLE Logo and recognition on auction website and social media posts Verbal recognition at the event 1 couples ticket to the event Donate an Auction Item Donate an item, basket, gift certificate, or experience for our online auction and get your name and logo on our auction site. Donations can be dropped off at the library during our open hours, or you can arrange for a staff member to pick up donations. For questions or to arrange an item pick-up, email lforst@cityofcaldwell.org. Give to the Library If you can't make it to our event but still want to donate to the cause, you can make a donation through our online auction site. Every little bit will help us reach our goal of $10,000. Thank you for supporting the library!

Interested in working at the Caldwell Public Library? Please visit the City of Caldwell website for job postings. Employment Available jobs at the Caldwell Public Library are posted on the City of Caldwell website . Please note that we do not accept applications, résumés, cover letters, etc., unless applicants are applying for a specific open position.

Summer Reading Program Survey 1. My family participated in the Summer Reading Program... * for the first time this year at this library previously at another library in previous years did not participate this year (skip to Question 7) 2. How did you learn about the program? At my local library At school/from the school Library website Facebook Twitter Instagram Other 3. What are the ages of those in your household who participated in summer reading this year? Babies (0-2 years) Kids (2-12 years) Teens (13-18) Adults (18+) 4. Select the statments below that are true for you and/or your family: I (we) plan to participate in Summer Reading again next year I (we) would recommend the Caldwell Public Library Summer Reading program to a friend 5. Which programs or activities did you like the most? 6. Which programs or activities did you like the least? 7. What suggestions do you have to make Summer Reading better next year? If you didn't participate, is there anything that would encourage you to participate next year? 8. If you used the online tracking system through ReadSquared, would you use it again next summer or do you prefer a paper log? Yes, I like the paperless option No thanks, I'll probably go back to paper. Maybe, I'm not sure I don't mind online or paper logs, I just love Summer Reading! I want to subscribe to the Caldwell Public Library montly newsletter. Submit Thank you very much for your help! END OF SUMMER READING PROGRAM SURVEY Thank you so much for participating in the Summer Reading Program. As the summer comes to a close, we need your help! Please help us evaluate this year's Summer Reading Program by telling us about you and your family's experience. Your feedback will help make next year even better!

Schedule a curbside pickup appointment. Place a hold on the items you want to borrow, and when they are ready we will have them ready to go for you on our curbside table outside of the east entrance of the library. Curbside Hold 1 2 3 4 Pick Up Place your holds through the catalog Place holds through CPL catalog; caldwellpubliclibrary.org, click "search catalog" in upper right corner unless you already have holds that need picked up. Make an Appointment Make an appointment to pick up your items through https://www.caldwellpubliclibrary.org/curbside-pickup or by calling 208-459-3242. Curbside pickup is available Mon.-Thurs. 10-7 and Fri.-Sat. 10-4. There are two appointment slots every 15 minutes. Head to the Library Curbside pickup is available at your appointment time at the East entrance parking lot. Items are available only by appointment, please be sure you have one before coming to the library. Wait for your Items in your vehicle During your appointment time, your items will be bagged/tagged on a table outside the library's East entrance doors. Please wait away from the table until it is unoccupied before picking up your items. Contact us at (208) 459-3242 or infolibrary@cityofcaldwell.org for more details. Place holds through CPL catalog; caldwellpubliclibrary.org, click "search catalog" in upper right corner unless you already have holds that need picked up. Only CPL items... Curbside Hold Pickup 15 min Book It Luby Locker Can’t make it during library hours to pick up holds? Try our Luby Park Locker! A 24/7 self-service kiosk with Wi-Fi available for drop off/pick up holds located at the Luby Park parking lot on N Illinois Ave, Caldwell, ID.

Discover Caldwell's rich history with our virtual timeline. Check out our Historical Collection on our website or visit the library's Idaho Room to browse the collection in person. Historical Timeline English Toggle for English/Spanish haga clic para inglés/español Funding for this exhibit has been provided by the Idaho Humanities Council (IHC) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan (SHARP). Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this exhibit do not necessarily represent those of the Idaho Humanities Council or the National Endowment for the Humanities. Browse our digitized Historical Collection

Connect to our free public WiFi from your own device, use one of our computers, or borrow a mobile hotspot. We also offer low-cost printing and copying services. Computer And Internet Access The Caldwell Public Library provides wireless internet access for free to the public for use inside the library. Users are responsible for configuring their own equipment and must comply with the Internet and Computer Use Policy . Public Wifi Access Free WiFi can be accessed from inside the library and from the parking lot. Use of our WiFi is subject our our Internet Use Policy . Desktop Computers Desktop computers are available for use during open hours with a library card. Computers have internet access and Microsoft Office. Computer Use is subject to our Computer Use Policy . Adaptive Work Station The adaptive work station contains features such as an adjustable desk and keyboard with high visibility keys, to aid users with visual, auditory, and other impairments. To set up an appointment to use the station, please see a staff member for assistance. Mobile Hotspots Mobile hotspots are available for checkout. Holds can be placed through our online catalog or by calling the library. Hotspot use is subject to our Mobile Hotspot Policy . 3D Printing The library has 3D printers available for public use by appointment. See our 3D printing page for more information. Printing and Copying The library offers self-serve copy and print services to the public for a small fee. Black copies are .10 and color copies are .50 a page. Cash payment is preferred, but we accept credit card payments with a minimum purchase of $1.00.

Volunteer at the Library! Are you at least 15 years old? Apply now to volunteer at the library! Call 459-3242 and ask for Fiona or Lea. Or email fmay@cityofcaldwell.org for more info.

Apply online to get your library card! This application will get you started, stop in to the library to finish up and get your physical card. Get a Library Card The Caldwell Public Library serves residents of the city of Caldwell. Caldwell residents and those owning property within Caldwell city limits, qualify for a borrower card. How to Apply In Person Visit the Caldwell Public Library. Bring your Photo ID and proof of residence to the circulation desk. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian will need to be present to sign the application and show photo ID and proof of residence. Acceptable Documents - Proof of Residence Mail received at residence within the last 30 days Electronic form of utility bill from the last 30 days Signed rental or lease agreement from the last 30 days Proof of auto insurance Valid Idaho driver’s license or ID card, issued within the last year Tax assessment notice Postcard sent by the library to the patron’s physical address Nonresidents Those residing outside Caldwell city limits may purchase library services with an annual fee. Annual nonresident card: $50.00 Six month nonresident card: $25.00 Annual senior nonresident card: $25.00 Six month senior nonresident card: $12.50 *prices include tax Renewing Your Library Card Your library card expires one year after it was issued, or one year after your last renewal. Accounts that have been expired for more than 3 years will be removed from our system, and a new library card application will be required to resume services. Need to renew your card? Here are your options: In Person: Bring your photo ID to the front desk at the library to renew your card. If the address on your account has changed, you will also need to provide new proof of address. Over the Phone: If the address on your account has not changed, you are able to renew your card over the phone. Give us a call at 208-459-3242 to renew your card. We are unable to take payments for non-resident card renewals over the phone, but you can opt to pay for your card through your online account. Replacing a Lost Card If your card is lost or stolen, notify the library immediately. For more information, please contact the circulation desk at 208.459.3242.