Mesa County Libraries to close
Monday, Feb. 21, for Presidents Day
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All Mesa County Libraries locations will be closed Monday, Feb. 21, for Presidents Day.
Branch libraries in Collbran, De Beque, Orchard Mesa, and Palisade will be closed Saturday, Feb. 19, in observance of the holiday.
During the holiday, patrons can use the library website to download ebooks, place holds, renew items, and use online resources such as Learning Express, Kanopy, and the OverDrive/Libby Digital Library.
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KN95 masks available at all library locations |
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In cooperation with the state of Colorado, libraries are helping distribute masks in an effort to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people wear masks in settings where they might be exposed to illness.
Library visitors are limited to five masks per month.
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OverDrive app moving to Libby |
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If you use the OverDrive app to download ebooks, e-audiobooks, and other library content onto your mobile device, you’ll want to read this news.
OverDrive is phasing out the aging OverDrive app, which was introduced more than 10 years ago, and is asking users to migrate to the Libby app. Libby is an OverDrive product that is specifically designed as a more modern, versatile app that has more user-friendly functionality than the OverDrive app that it is replacing.
This news affects only users of the OverDrive app for mobile devices and e-readers. Patrons who use the Mesa County Libraries website to check out ebooks will still access the library’s digital OverDrive collection in the same way they always have.
OverDrive app users who do not wish to migrate now can continue to use the OverDrive app for an undetermined time. However, the OverDrive app will be removed Feb. 23 from the Apple App Store, Google Play, and Microsoft Store.
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Color Poems with Artist in Residence
Jill Burkey
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Are you passionate about orange? Or do you think blue is just the bee’s knees? In this poetry workshop, we will let our imaginations run wild as we learn how to write a poem using imagery, color, emotion, and the word bag. We’ll also get to play with art supplies and paper to create a beautiful backdrop that we can copy our finished poems onto.
This workshop hosted by library Artist in Residence Jill Burkey is for new or experienced writers of all ages. No writing experience necessary.
Join us from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 3, in the Central Library Monument Community Room.
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Roll with it! Life in a wheelchair |
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Join us for Neighbors Night at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 3, in the Central Library Mesa Community Room.
Mariah Leth will talk to kids and their families about life in a wheelchair. Mariah is a local social worker and mom who lost the the use of her legs because of a spinal cord injury. She will be reading stories, and kids will be able to ask questions about what it's like to use a wheelchair.
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Your child can read to a therapy dog!
Advance registration is required
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There are DOGS in the library! Join us for our reading program "Dog Ears," where registered therapy dogs love to hear stories.
Register your child for a 15-minute time slot, and they can read to a dog undisturbed. Bring a favorite story, or choose from our selection.
To register, please inquire during your next visit to the library or call 970-243-4442. We have a limited number of opportunities to read to a therapy dog, so register early!
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Dog Ears Schedule:
• 4:15 p.m. first Wednesdays of the month at the Central Library
• 4:15 p.m. first Fridays at the Palisade Branch
• 4:15 p.m. second Wednesdays at the Fruita Branch
• 4:15 p.m. third Wednesdays at the Clifton Branch
• 11:30 a.m. third Fridays in the Collbran Branch
• 4:15 p.m. fourth Wednesdays at the Orchard Mesa Branch
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Join us for after-school fun at Kids Club |
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Kids and tweens (ages 6-11) can drop in, meet new friends, and try out fun activities each week at Kids Club! Times and library locations vary, but all include after-school activities like games, crafts, art, movies, special performances, and more!
February crafts include: Clay Coil Pots, Mosaic a la Alma Thomas, Paper Plate Foxes, Macaroni Necklaces, Paper Crown Decoration, and Sticks and Spoon Catapult.
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Children can discover new titles
in weekly "Kids Read" meetups!
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We want to know what you're loving to read right now! Discuss your book with other kids that are 6-11 years old! Every week at Kids Read, Kacee and Diana, our Youth Collections Librarian and Youth Services Librarian, will lead group discussions about what everyone is enjoying and/or recommending.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to get their hands on the latest books that haven't reached library shelves yet! These advance copies are shared with the group and eventually go home with one of the lucky readers. Readers can even write reviews that are sent to the publishers.
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Gather with fellow teens for fun and conversation |
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Teens are invited to join in games, crafts, special events, and conversation at Teen Time, happening at the Central Library, the Fruita Branch, and the Clifton Branch. See times and locations at the link below.
Activities at the Central Library include: Nerdy Shrinky Dinks and Bad Movie Watch: Cats The Musical.
Teens ages 12-18 are welcome to attend!
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Learn how to become a Dungeon Master |
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Teens are invited to learn how to acquire or improve their Dungeon Mastering skills. This 3-hour workshop is designed to cover Dungeon and Dragons Master basics such as:
- Basic rules
- Creating a story
- Creating a party
- Managing a party
At the end of the workshop, participants will be given a brief opportunity to practice their new Dungeon Master skills!
This workshop is designed to help people interested in Dungeons and Dragons explore Dungeon Mastering and what it takes to create your own story and manage your own party.
This event takes place from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 5, in the Central Library Monument Community Room. Teens ages 12-18 are welcome!
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Want to improve your public speaking?
Attend the Toastmasters Youth Workshop
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Develop your presentation skills, gain leadership experience, and work with other teens to become a public speaking superstar! Learn to overcome nervousness, organize and present ideas, and write engaging speeches during this six-week Toastmasters Youth Leadership Workshop series for teens ages 13-17. Presented by the Grand Junction Toastmasters Club and Talk of the Town Toastmasters Club. Teens only, and seating is limited.
Workshops take place from 5-7 p.m. Mondays from March 7 through April 18 (excluding March 21) in the Central Library Mesa Community Room.
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Discuss your current favorites |
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Join the Teen Readers Meetup and share what you are reading, listening to, and watching! You'll also get access to advance copies of
pre-published books and the chance to review them before they are available to the public!
Teen Readers Meetup takes place from 4-5 p.m. every Wednesday in the Central Library Teen Center.
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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 at Mesa County Libraries!
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Contact Mesa County Libraries at 970-243-4442 or visit mesacountylibraries.org |
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