Libraries to close Sept. 5 for Labor Day; Sunday hours resume Sept. 11 at Central |
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All Mesa County Libraries locations will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, 2022, for the Labor Day holiday.
Library branches in Collbran, De Beque, Orchard Mesa, and Palisade will observe the holiday closure Saturday, Sept. 3.
The library’s website will be available during the holiday, and patrons will be able to place holds, renew materials, and use eResources such as the Libby/OverDrive Digital Library, Mango Languages, Hoopla, and Kanopy.
SUNDAY HOURS AT CENTRAL LIBRARY RESUME SEPT. 11
Please note that seasonal Sunday hours will resume Sept. 11 at the Central Library in downtown Grand Junction. Beginning that date, the Central Library will be open 1-5 p.m. each Sunday through May 21, 2023.
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Library Comic Con coming Sept. 17
to Grand Junction Convention Center!
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Mesa County Libraries Comic Con will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at the Grand Junction Convention Center, 159 Main St. Admission is free with a Mesa County Libraries card or $5 at the door. Kids 10 and under are free! |
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Ceremony launches construction
of the new Clifton Branch Library
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A well-attended groundbreaking ceremony took place Aug. 31 to officially begin construction of the long-planned Clifton Branch Library.
The new library will be located at 3270 D 1/2 Road, next to Rocky Mountain Elementary School.
At 17,800 square feet, the new library will be approximately three times as large as the current Clifton Branch. Among its features will be dedicated areas for children and teens, a community meeting room, a number of study rooms, and an area for quiet reading and relaxation. Completion is expected in 2023.
Construction of the new Clifton Branch Library is projected to cost $11.5 million, with $8 million of that amount provided by the Mesa County Public Library District and $3.5 million to be raised by the Mesa County Libraries Foundation. |
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Join us 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12, for Armchair Travel!
This month, join Christina Lee as she presents her four months abroad to the Balkans, South Africa, and Colombia during COVID 19.
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Discuss your favorite books at a local brewery |
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Join Mesa County Libraries for Books on Tap! Rotating through some of the great breweries in the Grand Valley, we'll gather on the second Thursday of the month at a local brewery to discuss what books we're reading.
At 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, we will meet at Foam & Folly, 330 S. 2nd St., Grand Junction.
You're welcome to enjoy a cold brew during conversation, but it's not required.
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Former pro cyclist Scott Mercier to discuss
his career and a new book Sept. 28
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Former professional cyclist Scott Mercier will discuss his cycling career and a new book in a presentation set for
6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St. in Grand Junction.
In the talk, Mercier will discuss the decision he made to leave professional cycling amidst the popular opinion to dope at the time.
Mercier's story is told in a new book, "Win True: How You Win Matters Both On and Off the Bike," co-authored by local resident Laurena Mayne Davis. Mercier works in finance, is a public speaker, and writes a cycling column for Carmichael Training Systems. He competed as a professional cyclist from 1993 to 1997. Mercier lives in Basalt, Colo.
This event is co-hosted by Mesa County Libraries and Out West Books.
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Susan Marie Frontczak portrays American humorist Erma Bombeck |
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As part of the History Alive Western Colorado "Merriment, Music and Mystery" event calendar, professional Chautauqua performer Susan Marie Frontczak will give a performance/lecture of Erma Bombeck, an American humorist who was known for her suburban home life humor and wrote the weekly column "At Wit's End."
This event is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 9, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St.
Registration for this event is required. Head over to our Event Calendar to register.
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Representative of PACE presents information for all-inclusive elderly care |
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Join us at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to learn about PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) and the resources they can provide to help with in-home care from a team of professionals that assists in coordinating and managing health care and social needs for PACE participants.
PACE is a national program funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. PACE takes a holistic, person-centered approach to provide comprehensive, coordinated, wrap-around services to assist older adults to remain living in their home and community safely.
A representative of PACE will provide the information in this presentation.
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Meet the latest library Artist in Residence! |
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Community organizer and slam poet activist Caleb Ferganchick (he/they) is the new Mesa County Libraries Artist in Residence.
Ferganchick plans to host a variety of workshops during his residency, which lasts through Nov. 28, 2022. The public is invited to stop in for tips on recording and delivering works of poetry or just to visit with Caleb during his Meet and Greet hours each Wednesday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m at the Mesa County Libraries 970West Studio, located at 502 Ouray Ave. across from the Central Library in Grand Junction.
His annual slam poetry show, Slamming Bricks, will occur during his residency on Sept. 10, 2022, at Charlie Dwellington's, 103 N. 1st St.
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Want to be a library Artist in Residence?
Apply now for 2023!
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Since 2016, Mesa County Libraries have hosted 19 artists in the Artist in Residence program. We're looking for more in 2023!
Applications are being accepted for the 2023 program through Oct. 10, 2022. Three residency blocks are scheduled next year (Jan. 9-April 17, May 1-Aug. 7, and Aug. 14-Nov. 20). Artists selected for the program will receive a $1,000 stipend courtesy of the Mesa County Libraries Foundation.
Applicants must be 18 or older, residents of Mesa County, and library cardholders. Artists selected for this program are at all stages in their careers and work in one or more of the following media: drawing, painting, fiber arts, sculpture, photography, video, music, fiction and nonfiction writing, and poetry. Artists working in other mediums are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on limitations of the studio.
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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!
Mesa County Libraries are seeking art for the 2022 Culture Fest Art Show to be displayed at the Central Library this fall. Artists 18 and older residing in Mesa County are encouraged to submit artwork to this open-themed show.
Entries will only be accepted online and are due by 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10.
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Artwork on display at the Central Library |
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The current temporary art display at the Central Library is the Comic Con Juried Art Show. This artwork has been created by Mesa County artists of all ages and will be displayed through Oct. 27. Winners will be announced during the costume contest at Comic Con on Sept. 17, and prizes are generously provided by the Friends of Mesa County Libraries. |
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Join us Sept. 22 at an open house
to celebrate library Artists in Residence!
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We will be hosting an Artist in Residence celebration and open house Thursday, Sept. 22, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the 970West Studio, 502 Ouray Ave. (across from the Central Library).
Stop by anytime during this open house to network with local artists and learn more about the Artist in Residence program! Light refreshments will be provided, and a short presentation about the program will be offered at 5 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Join a book club to discuss
fascinating reads with other readers
Advance registration is required for in-person attendees
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Clifton Branch Book Club
Join us at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Clifton Branch Library, 590 32 Road, to discuss A Fall of Marigolds by Susan Meissner with other people who've read the book.
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The Clifton Branch Book Club meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month. Visit the Event Calendar for details.
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Fruita Branch Book Club
Join us at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Fruita Branch Library, 324 N. Coulson St., to discuss American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins with other people who've read the book.
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The Fruita Branch Book Club meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month. Visit the Event Calendar for details.
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Kiva Book Club meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month. Visit the Event Calendar for details.
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Beyond Words Book Club
Join us at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss The Last Flight by Julie Clark with other people who've read the book.
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Beyond Words Book Club meets monthly at the Central Library. Visit the Event Calendar for details.
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Library Discovery Garden to host
Open House Sept. 24
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The Mesa County Libraries Discovery Garden welcomes you to enjoy the start of autumn by visiting our beautiful garden space for an Open House event from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 24.
Spend a pleasant morning with us, strolling around with a cup of coffee and enjoying activities for all ages. This family-friendly event includes:
- Mini storytimes throughout the morning
- A kid-friendly craft
- Plant swap (Bring a plant, cutting, or propagation from your garden to swap with the community! Please only bring plants that are pest-free and have been well-cared for.)
- "Ask a Gardener" table
- Hot regular and decaf coffee
The Discovery Garden is located at 517 Chipeta Ave., one block north of the Central Library. Please park at the Central Library as parking is limited around the garden.
The Discovery Garden is open to the public daily from sunrise to sunset.
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Learn about the history and care of orchids |
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Past President for the Denver Orchid Society and founding member of the local High Desert Orchid Society, Debra Foster, will be discussing basic orchid culture and fascinating facts about this gorgeous flower.
This presentation happens at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, at the Clifton Branch, 590 32 Road.
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Discuss your favorite movies based on books |
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Join us every fourth Tuesday of the month at the Clifton Branch, 590 32 Road, from 5 to 6 p.m. to discuss movies that coincide with the chosen movie theme of the month!
This month on Sept. 27, come prepared to discuss your favorite classic movies!
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Learn how to reduce, reuse, and recycle |
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Learn about the three Rs with Hope Petrie during this Second Saturday Community Event in Collbran. The three Rs stand for Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Hope will also share the different types of household hazardous waste in your home and how to dispose of your waste properly in Mesa County.
This event will take place 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Collbran Congregational Church, 2003 High St.
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