Valdez-Perry Branch Library
🏢 Denver Public Library · Denver, Colorado
Valdez-Perry Branch Library
Valdez-Perry Branch Library anchors literacy and community services in Denver's Globeville neighborhood — one of the city's most historically working-class districts — offering a food box program, free healthy kid snacks, and Narcan kits alongside books, computers, and meeting space.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–6pm |
| Thursday | 10am–6pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 4690 Vine Street, Denver, CO 80216
Phone: (720) 865-0300
Website: denverlibrary.org
Plus Code: 85FQQ2JQ+M2 (Denver, CO)
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📖 About Valdez-Perry Branch Library
Valdez-Perry Branch Library is a Denver Public Library branch serving the Globeville and Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods of north Denver, located at 4690 Vine Street (zip 80216). The branch is part of DPL's 28-location system, which has served Denver since 1889. Globeville is one of Denver's oldest working-class neighborhoods, historically home to immigrant communities and industrial workers, and the branch's programming reflects that legacy — it offers a Healthy Kid Snack Program, a Food Box Program, and free Narcan kits as part of its commitment to community health and food security. Patrons have access to public computers, printing and scanning, and a dedicated parking lot with accessible spaces. With a DPL card, residents can also access the full digital collection: Libby for eBooks and audiobooks, Kanopy for streaming films, and Freegal for music, all available from home. Curbside pickup and home delivery services are also available for patrons who cannot visit in person.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Serves the Globeville and Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods — historically working-class communities in north Denver
- Healthy Kid Snack Program and Food Box Program address food security for neighborhood families
- Free Narcan kits available as part of DPL's broader community health initiative
- Curbside hold pickup and home delivery service for patrons who cannot visit in person
- Dedicated parking lot with accessible spaces and ADA-compliant entrances
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📚 Services
- Healthy Kid Snack Program for children
- Food Box Program for community food security
- Free Narcan kits (community health resource)
- Curbside hold pickup and home delivery of library materials
- Public computers, printing, copying, faxing & scanning
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the branch
- Meeting space reservations for community use
- Dedicated parking lot with accessible spaces and ADA button-operated doors
- Language support services
- Outdoor book drop for after-hours returns
🎸 Programs
- Branch events and community programming
- Children's storytimes and youth literacy programs
- Summer reading challenge for all ages
- Adult digital literacy and technology assistance
- Community health and wellness programming
📍 Nearby Libraries in North Denver
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What community health programs does the Valdez-Perry Branch Library offer?
The branch offers several community health resources: free Narcan kits for opioid overdose response, a Healthy Kid Snack Program providing after-school snacks for children, and a Food Box Program that distributes free food to families. These programs reflect Denver Public Library's commitment to serving the whole community, not just providing books and computers.
What neighborhood does Valdez-Perry Branch Library serve, and how did it get its name?
The branch serves the Globeville and Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods of north Denver — historically working-class communities that have been home to generations of immigrant families and industrial workers. The library is named to honor community members from those neighborhoods; contact the branch at 720-865-0300 or Denver Public Library's Special Collections for detailed naming history.
Can I get library materials delivered to my home from Valdez-Perry?
Yes. Denver Public Library offers both curbside hold pickup at the branch and a home delivery service for patrons who cannot visit in person — for example, due to mobility limitations or illness. Call 720-865-0300 or visit denverlibrary.org to learn more about eligibility and how to request home delivery.
Is the Valdez-Perry Branch open on Sundays, and what are its latest hours?
The branch is closed on Sundays. It is open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Friday through Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The nearest branch with Sunday hours is William H. Smiley Branch Library, approximately 0.8 miles away — check denverlibrary.org/hours for current Sunday schedules.
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