Schlessman Family Branch Library
🏢 Denver Public Library · Denver, Colorado
Schlessman Family Branch Library
The Schlessman Family Branch Library at 100 Poplar Street in Denver's Virginia Village neighborhood is temporarily closed for renovations — patron holds are available for pickup at the Virginia Village Branch Library for the duration of the closure.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 100 Poplar Street, Denver, CO 80220
Phone: (720) 865-0000
Website: denverlibrary.org
Plus Code: 85FQP39W+F2 (Denver, CO)
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📖 About Schlessman Family Branch Library
The Schlessman Family Branch Library serves the Virginia Village neighborhood of southeast Denver, located at 100 Poplar Street (zip 80220). It is part of the Denver Public Library system, which traces its origins to 1889 and today operates 28 locations across the city. The branch is currently closed for a renovation funded by Denver's library bond program, with holds available for pickup at the nearby Virginia Village Branch Library in the interim. When open, the branch provides public computers, meeting spaces, printing and scanning, and full access to the DPL catalog and digital collection — including Libby, Kanopy, and Freegal Music. The renovation is part of Denver's ongoing investment in modernizing its neighborhood library facilities for the communities they serve.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Located at 100 Poplar Street in Virginia Village — a quiet southeast Denver residential neighborhood
- Currently closed for renovations under Denver's library bond program; holds are available at Virginia Village Branch Library
- Part of Denver Public Library's 28-branch system, founded in 1889
- DPL cardholders retain full access to digital resources (Libby, Kanopy, Freegal) during the closure
- Renovation will modernize the branch with updated community spaces and technology
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Denver Public Library cardholders can access these digital resources during the branch closure and beyond:
📚 Services
- Public computers, printing, copying, faxing & scanning (when open)
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the branch (when open)
- Meeting space reservations for community use (when open)
- Patron holds available for pickup at Virginia Village Branch Library during renovation
- Full access to Denver Public Library digital resources during closure
- Interlibrary loan through the Denver Public Library system
🎸 Programs
- Branch events and community programming (when open)
- Children's storytimes and youth literacy programs (when open)
- Summer reading challenge (system-wide, accessible online during closure)
- Adult digital literacy and technology assistance (when open)
📍 Nearby Libraries in Southeast Denver
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Schlessman Family Branch Library open right now?
No — the branch is currently closed for renovations. Denver Public Library's bond program is funding the modernization of the facility. During the closure, patrons can pick up their holds at the Virginia Village Branch Library. Digital resources (Libby, Kanopy, Freegal, Flipster) remain fully accessible online with a DPL card.
Where can I pick up my library holds while Schlessman is closed?
Denver Public Library is directing Schlessman Family Branch holds to the Virginia Village Branch Library for the duration of the renovation. Contact DPL at 720-865-0000 for the Virginia Village address and hours, or visit denverlibrary.org/hours to confirm current locations.
What neighborhood does the Schlessman Family Branch Library serve?
The branch is located at 100 Poplar Street in the Virginia Village neighborhood of southeast Denver (zip 80220). Nearby alternatives during the closure include the Ross-Cherry Creek Branch Library (approx. 2.4 miles) and the Park Hill Branch Library (approx. 2.5 miles).
Can I still access digital books and streaming while the branch is closed?
Yes. A Denver Public Library card gives uninterrupted access to Libby/OverDrive for eBooks and audiobooks, Kanopy for streaming films and documentaries, Freegal for music, and Flipster for digital magazines — all accessible from home at denverlibrary.org/downloads.
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