MESA COUNTY LIBRARIES, May 2024 | |
Library Community Survey - Win $100 | |
We invite you to participate in the 2024 Mesa County Libraries Community Survey, which will play a crucial role in shaping the future direction of our libraries. All responses will be kept confidential. After completing the survey, you will be entered to win one of 10, $100 gift cards to City Market! Thank you! | |
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Summer Reading 2024
Join an epic Summer Reading kick-off party at one of the locations listed below. Games, crafts, fun, and summer reading sign-ups for all ages!
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10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1, Central Library (East Parking Lot), 443 N. 6th Street
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1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, Clifton Branch Library (East Patio/Lawn), 3270 D ½ Road
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10:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, May 31, Mothers Park, 2003 High Street, Collbran
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10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, Fruita Branch Library (FCC Backyard), 324 N. Coulson Street
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2-3 p.m. Thursday, May 16, Gateway Branch Library, 42700 Highway 141
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11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Friday, May 24, Orchard Mesa Branch Library, 230 E. Lynwood Street
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10-11 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, Palisade Branch Library (Patio), 119 W. 3rd Street
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Clifton Community Art Show | |
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! | |
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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.
Abstract and realistic representations of life, values, and what makes Fruita special are encouraged!
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Bicycle Junction Book Talk
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 13
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Backyard Composting
6 p.m. Tuesday, May 7
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Woodturning & Woodcarving
6-7 p.m. Monday, May 20
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, May 10 & Saturday, May 11
Friday, May 17 & Saturday, May 18
Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1
First Congregational Church,
1425 N. 5th St., Grand Junction
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Sippin' in the Stacks
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
For more info, call 970-683-2438
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Clifton Writer's Group
10 a.m. Tuesday, May 21
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Learning Express and Universal Class
10 a.m. Tuesday, May 21
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Insect Camouflage
4 p.m. Friday, May 31
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Spring Forward into the Arts
10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 16
10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 18
10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 23
10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 30
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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Second Saturday Community Event: Gardening Fair!
1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11 Collbran Congregational Church
2003 High Street, Collbran
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Game Night, 18+
6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Clifton Fiber Arts Club
9 a.m. Tuesday, May 28
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Nifty Names: Communities of the Grand Valley | |
"The Grand Valley has a reputation as a small, rural area, even though it’s quite urban and populous. As of 2020, Mesa County sports a growing population of 155,703 people, most of whom live in the Grand Valley. With over 10 different communities, it’s ..." | |
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Flash Fiction: How to Write a Story in Under 500 Words | |
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In this workshop, we'll study the "micro" story with Artist in Residence Nicole Rivas. Writers will learn how to craft impactful stories with in depth characters, carefully-chosen details, and powerful dialogue.
Story starter prompts will be provided and beginners are welcome at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 16 in the Central Library Community Room. Registration is required.
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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 | |
Winners of the 2024 Recycled Books Juried Art Show | |
1st place awarded to Mae Piña for What Color Is Freedom? | |
2nd place awarded to Mary Sanchez for Escape | |
3rd place awarded to Marilyn Wilcox for I Contain Multitudes | |
Clifton Branch Art Highlight | | |
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John Anglim is a well-known local artist whose art was transferred from the old Clifton Branch to the Teen Room at the new Clifton Branch! Copy Block uses upcycled printing blocks to create new shapes. Anglim met with Clifton Teens to make a third Copy Block now hanging in the Clifton Teen Room. | |
Join a monthly book club! | | |
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Join us at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, at the Clifton Branch, 3270 D 1/2 Road, to discuss "Wise Gals" by Nathalia Holt with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at the Fruita Branch, 324 N. Coulson St., to discuss "Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family" by Robert Kolker with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss "The Secret Life of Sunflowers" by Marta Molnar with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 22, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss "People of the Book " by Geraldine Brooks with other people who've read the book. | |
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