MESA COUNTY LIBRARIES, June 2024 | |
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Summer Reading 2024
Sign up for the annual reading challenge and attend our many events this Summer. Register online or at a branch near you!
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Sippin' in the Stacks
Mesa County Libraries Foundation celebrates 30 years with Sippin’ in the Stacks celebration from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, June 23
Join us for wine, beer, charcuterie, and entertainment! Adults only.
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Renters Rights Workshop
6 - 7:15 p.m. Monday, June 10
Fruita Branch Library,
324 N. Coulson Street
*Registration Required
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Gardener in Residence - Tomato Cloning Workshop
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday, June 15
Discovery Garden
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Taller Informativo de Ciudadanía
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday, June 8
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Friends of the Mesa County Libraries Weekend Book Sales
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Friday, June 7 & Saturday, June 8
Friday, June 14 & Saturday, June 15
Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22
Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29
First Congregational Church,
1425 N. 5th St., Grand Junction
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Clifton Writer's Group
10 a.m. Tuesday, June 18
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Book Launch for The Horse by Dr. Timothy C. Winegard
5:30- 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 30
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Evaluating Online Sources
3 - 4:30pm, Monday, June 24
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Spring Forward into the Arts
10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 8
10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Game Night
6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Clifton Fiber Arts Club
9 a.m. Tuesday, June 25
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Come check out a 3-day pass at the Central Library and enjoy the EUREKA! Science Museum, Colorado State Parks, and the Art Center. Visit our Information Desk or call 970-243-4442 to check availability.
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New Gardener in Residence at Mesa County Libraries Discovery Garden | |
"Be on the lookout for a jovial presence in the Discovery Garden at Mesa County Libraries from now through September 20. The new Gardener in Residence at Mesa County Libraries, Zachary Freeburg, has already started showcasing his hospitality and gardening skills. If you find yourself exploring the different varieties of permaculture..." | |
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Clifton Community Art Show | |
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Clifton Community Art Show celebrates everything we love about Clifton! Artists are invited to submit artworks that reflect life in our Clifton community. All genres and styles of compatible 2D wall art are encouraged. Use abstract and realistic representations to show us what Clifton is all about!
Entry deadline: 8 a.m. Monday, June 17.
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The Eye Love Fruita Art Show celebrates our community and what makes it special! Artists are invited to submit artworks that explore our diverse community and its rich perspectives. All genres and styles of compatible 2D wall art are encouraged. We seek to tell the community’s story through the artist’s eyes.
Entry deadline: 8 a.m. Monday, June 17.
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Ephemeral Inspirations: Creating Meaning Out of the Mundane
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Discover everyday inspiration with Artist in Residence Nicole Rivas! Participants will explore ephemeral objects like postcards or photographs and use provided story starter prompts to create a poem, collage, or painting. Supplies are included and registration is required.
10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15
Palisade Branch, 119 W. 3rd Street
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Artist in Residence Meet and Greet with Nicole Rivas on Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. at 970West Studio, 502 Ouray Avenue | |
Join a monthly book club! | | |
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Join us at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, at the Clifton Branch, 3270 D 1/2 Road, to discuss "Keeper of Lost Things" by Ruth Hogan with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, at the Fruita Branch, 324 N. Coulson St., to discuss "The Orphan’s Tale" by Pam Jenoff with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss "The Hidden Life of Trees" by Peter Wohlleben with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss "Just Like Us: The True Story of Four Mexican Girls Coming of Age in America" by Helen Thorpe with other people who've read the book. | |
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