News from the Mesa County Libraries 970West Studio
November 2021
Mesa County Libraries and the 970West Studio will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 25 and 26, for Thanksgiving. In addition, our libraries will close at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24. Happy Thanksgiving!
Schedule your next studio reservation today!
We at the 970West Studio want to provide our users plenty of opportunities to record their creative works. This is why we have a variety of reservation slots during the week. The 970West Studio is open (by appointment only) during the following hours:

Mon – Thurs: Noon–7:30 p.m.
Friday: Noon–4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-noon and 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Studio users must meet the following requirements to make a reservation:
  • Attend a studio orientation.
  • Be a resident of Mesa County.
  • Have a Mesa County Libraries account in good standing (owe less than $10 in charges).
  • Library account information must be current.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

For more information about studio reservations call 970-243-4442 or email studio@mcpld.org.
Attend a 970West Studio class
and learn a new skill!
As we approach the colder months, why not learn a new skill at the 970West Studio? From Intro to Podcasting to Portrait Photography, there are many topics to learn about at 970West!

Additional technology resources are available on our Technology Guide: Tutorials and Classes page. There you will find printable class handouts, basic tech help for your computer or mobile device, and a selection of tutorials. Still not finding what you're looking for? Fill out a Book a Librarian form to receive one-on-one instruction for your tech-related topic.

All studio classes take place at the 970West Studio, 502 Ouray Ave.
Interested in computer and tech help?
Please take our survey!
Mesa County Libraries want to know how we can best serve you in regard to computer and technology instruction and assistance.

To help us, we’re asking patrons to answer some questions that will provide us with valuable information for our planning. We invite you to complete a questionnaire online. The survey is open though Nov. 28.
Do you have old media that needs digitized? Make a reservation to use Central Library's Digital Conversion Station
Have a VHS you'd like converted to a digital file? Or a vinyl you'd like to play as an MP3?
We have equipment available at the Central Library for you to do just that!

Our Digital Conversion Station allows you to:
  • Turn those old VHS and VHS-C tapes into a digital file you can save and/or burn to DVD
  • Scan old photos, negatives and slides
  • Get data off 3 1/2" floppy disks and media cards
  • Convert old cassette and vinyl tracks to MP3

Reserve a spot at our Digital Conversion Station by calling 970-243-4442 or find out more at: mesacountylibraries.org/services/conversionstation/
Celebrate National Adoption Month in the latest episode of The Audissey podcast
November is National Adoption Month, and former library staff member Candida joins The Audissey for a heartfelt discussion about how she was adopted.

Candida shares her story, and our hosts chat about how Candida embodies what it means to be an incredible mother, and how “family” is the cornerstone of Candida’s identity. Thank you, Candida, for taking the time to share your story!
Follow the 970West Studio on Instagram
and receive weekly creative prompts
Doctor Frizzlehaire has a new creative prompt for you! This month he wants you to write a song that would fit well under the closing credits of your favorite film.

Follow @970west_studio on Instagram for weekly posts about all things 970West Studio. We share gear updates, local band highlights, video releases, and creative prompts from Doctor Frizzlehaire!
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Contact Mesa County Libraries at 970-243-4442 or visit mesacountylibraries.org