Barbara Lawlor, Nederland.   Spain was located near the juvenile book section. A bowl of succulent ceviche, blackberries and cheesecake teased the appetite and a 2012 Antano Crianza Rioja pleased the palate with strawberry and cherry notes and the vanilla spiciness of oak aging.

These titles cannot be found in the Dewey  Decimal System. They were part of the Nederland Community Library Wine Tasting Event held on Saturday night at the library, among the bookshelves.

Six different countries were introduced through their wine and food and every one of them was a taste treat, the snacks paired to the wines. At least 75 people showed up to the event that was intended to be an outreach occasion, a bringing together of locals to enjoy superb wines, foods and conversation. Perhaps one could define it as a cultural event among the books.

The wine tasting was a collaborative get together with the Mountain Mid-life program led by Serene Karplus, of the Nederland Area Seniors.

One of the spicier tables was hosted by Paul and Molly Melamed whose selection of Prosciutto, three kinds of salami, artichoke hearts, olives, three cheeses and tiramisu was complimented by a 2013 Di Majo Norante, a dry, mellow wine with a bright red color, with fresh and fruity bouquets and a hint of violet and red berries. Smooth and refreshing on the palate.

The food and wine weren’t the only goodies. Everyone who came through the door got a raffle ticket and the prizes were also to drool for: including a $50 gift certificate to the Mediterranean Restaurant in Boulder.

Deb Smiley and Bill Ikler of the Gael set a soft musical tone that went well with the melody of the evening.

Christy Howe, president of the NCLF said, “Jay has been here a year now and has faithfully attended all the foundation meetings. He expressed a desire to see more people use the library. He’s all about outreach and utilizing the library and wanted to target a segment of the population who still have kids and who are not retired. This goal fit perfectly with the Mountain Mid-life concept.”

The event coincided with the announcement of new officers to the NCLF: Sue Hubert is the vice president; Marylou Harrison is the secretary and Molly Melamed is the treasurer

Howe said the event was a smashing success.