Central Library elevator to be out of service for replacement
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The aging elevator at the Mesa County Libraries Central Library in downtown Grand Junction will close Sept. 17 for replacement.
The replacement project is expected to last approximately eight weeks. When it’s over, the 46-year-old elevator will be replaced by a new elevator that will more comfortably accommodate patrons who use wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
“This elevator is past the end of its useful life,” said Jennifer Deering, facilities manager for Mesa County Libraries. “It’s so small that it is difficult for some patrons to use. The new elevator will be noticeably larger.”
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Culture Fest Juried Art Show Call for Artists
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The Culture Fest Art Show celebrates artists of Mesa County with an open-themed art show. Entry deadline is 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 5. Entries will only be accepted online.
We will notify selected artists Oct. 13 by email. Show dates are from Oct. 23, 2020 – Jan 7, 2021.
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Discovering Early Post Offices of Mesa County
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The early days of Mesa County saw the development of remote mining towns, communities, and post offices. Some of the post offices have stood the test of time while others were more short-lived. Learn about some of the lesser-known historic post offices in Mesa County, how they came to be, and the communities they served.
View this presentation online at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, on Mesa County Libraries’ YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram TV pages.
In-person seating is limited, masks are mandatory, and registration is required via the online Event Calendar.
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Welcome back to our monthly Staff Picks! There’s never a shortage of variety around the library, and our staff is happy to share some of their current favorites in hopes you find an enjoyable title you never knew existed.
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Local History - The Many Stories of Poet Luis López
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Listen to López’s new Mesa County Oral History Project interview, and to his previous 970West Studio interview, and help celebrate this valuable Mesa County writer and citizen.
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Fruita for Equality Open House set
for 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12
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Join us for an open-house community discussion on the topic of equality, race, and prejudice within our community. Listen to stories from your neighbors, share ideas about change, and get involved! This event is for all ages!
This event happens 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Fruita Civic Center Pavilion, 325 E. Aspen Ave., in Fruita.
Drop in and share your story! This community engagement event is part of a larger series where the community will come together to read and discuss, and we'd love to hear your input!
Fruita for Equality is a collaboration among Mesa County Libraries, Lithic Bookstore, Fruita Rotary, and others to promote and support equality, inclusivity, and diversity through meaningful conversations and action in our community.
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Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with a new online puppet show!
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Join Georgie the pig, his friends, and other classic story characters for a magical and whimsical adventure to the library to celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month! Will they make it to the library? Will they get their library card? Find out in this show!
This online puppet show is set to premiere at 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12, on Mesa County Libraries social media channels!
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Spring bulb planting set for Saturday, Oct. 10, in the Discovery Garden
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It isn’t too early to think spring!
The Mesa County Libraries Discovery Garden will host a spring bulb-planting event from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 10, in the garden at Fifth Street and Chipeta Avenue, one block north of the Central Library in Grand Junction.
About 700 daffodil and crocus bulbs will be planted in specific areas of the garden, and individuals and families are invited to help. Plant just one bulb, or stay and help plant all of them! A limited number of trowels will be available, but those who wish to help are encouraged to bring their own trowel and garden gloves. Bulbs will be planted while supplies last.
Also, a rock-painting station will be set up in the children’s garden.
Registration is required for this event. Please note that masks are required, and social distancing will be observed.
Plan to visit the garden next spring and enjoy the blooms!
Anyone interested in volunteering in the Discovery Garden should contact Volunteer Coordinator Kelsey Sprys at 970-683-2432 or volunteer@mcpld.org.
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Webinar to explain advance directives
in the time of COVID-19
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These are challenging times. Many things are out of our control. But there are some things we can do to help us be prepared — both for ourselves and the people we care about. Dr. Ellissa Tiller, HopeWest medical director and senior vice president, has been having difficult discussions and dialogue with our community for many years. She will share the top two things each of us can do, right now, to be better prepared for COVID times.
Join us via Zoom at
6 p.m Wednesday, Sept. 16.
Visit the Events Calendar for a link to the online presentation. No registration is required.
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Interested in joining a book club?
The following book clubs are always welcoming new members to discuss books.
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Join us virtually or in person to discuss The Cuckoo's Calling by Robert Galbraith, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, in the Central Library Community Room or online via Google Hangouts. Seating is limited, and registration is required via the online Events Calendar for in-person attendance. Masks are required.
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Join us virtually or in person as we discuss The Museum of Extraordinary Things by Alice Hoffman, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, in the Central Library Community Room or online via Google Hangouts. Seating is limited, and registration is required via the online Events Calendar for in-person attendance. Masks are required.
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Join us virtually via Google Hangouts to discuss City of Lies by Victoria Thompson, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13. Please visit the online Events Calendar for a link to the online meeting.
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The Audissey podcast:
Information and Digital Literacy
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Have you ever read an article from The Onion and laughed? Have you then observed a family member share that same article on Facebook, believing it was fact? How do you politely let her know what she's sharing as "truth" is actually satire?
Information Literacy and Digital Literacy sound like big, scary words the average person wouldn't use. But when it comes down to it, Information Literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information.
Bethany and Emmi sit down with frequent guest and Librarian Ike to discuss misinformation, disinformation, and confirmation bias in this latest edition of The Audissey.
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Looking for something happening
at your library?
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Check our Event Calendar for full list of what's happening in person and online at Mesa County Libraries!
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Contact Mesa County Libraries at 970-243-4442 or visit mesacountylibraries.org
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