Mesa County Libraries closed May 28-30 for Memorial Day holiday |
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All Mesa County Libraries locations will be closed Saturday, May 28, through Monday, May 30, 2022, for the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
A complete list of library locations and hours is available here.
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Mark your calendars! Sign-up
for Summer Reading starts June 1
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Summer Reading 2022 begins Wednesday, June 1, and wraps up Saturday, July 16. Along the way, kids, teens, and adults will have opportunities to pursue reading goals, win prizes, and exercise their creativity in a variety of ways!
All ages are welcome to participate in Summer Reading at Mesa County Libraries, and there’s no charge!
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Enjoy Outdoor Story Times
this summer!
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Mesa County Libraries are hosting special Outdoor Story Times this summer in a variety of locations, including local parks and other unique places!
Feel free to bring outdoor seating and a snack. Please prepare for outdoor weather conditions by bringing water, sunscreen, hats, etc.
Story time makes learning fun! Story time outdoors doubles the fun. These story times, intended for families with children up to age 5, feature stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities which emphasize five simple practices — reading, talking, writing, singing and playing — that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read.
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Bilingual Story Time video with
Criss Cross Mangosauce
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Enjoy children’s favorite songs, games, rhymes, riddles and stories from both Latin America and the United States. In this showcase of work by bilingual artists and children’s authors, kids will discover, in a playful way, the connections between Spanish and English.
The Unforgettable Bridge, Part 1 video releases at 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, on the Mesa County Libraries Facebook Page and will be available for viewing through June 30.
Look for Part 2 at 9 a.m. Friday, July 1.
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Celebrate Pride with Drag King Xavi Saenz and Drag Queen Stella Rae |
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Join us for Neighbors Night at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 2, in the Central Library Community Room!
This month, Xavi and Stella will talk about identity and diverse families to celebrate Pride Month. Everyone is invited to celebrate what makes you, you!
Each month we welcome a community guest who shares a presentation or performance for kids and their families. We invite families with children of all ages to connect with your Mesa County neighbors while sharing in fun, engaging learning experiences!
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Comedy Magic with Cody Landstrom |
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Join this interactive show that’s fun for the entire family, including magic, juggling, hat tricks, cowboy rope tricks, balancing stunts, laughter, and more! Cody’s performance is designed around using the library to learn how to do just about anything. |
All shows will be outside. Please dress for the weather.
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10 a.m. Thursday, June 2, at Reed Park, 250 S. Elm St., Fruita
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10 a.m. Friday, June 3, at Long Family Memorial Park, 3117 F Road
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10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at The Shift Lot, 702 Main St. in downtown Grand Junction
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Let's Draw Impossible Animals!
with Rick Stromoski
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Learn to draw a platapussycat, a bengalbunny, a koalabird, and even a kangorillapig! Impossible Animals is a fun, interactive cartooning program in which award-winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski shows you how to draw impossible silly animals! Recommended for ages 6-13.
Rick Stromoski is an American cartoonist whose work includes the syndicated comic strips Mullets and Soup to Nutz. He also has vast experience as an illustrator of both greeting cards and children's books, illustrating for such publishers as Macmillan, Workman, and Random House. Additionally, Rick was president of the National Cartoonist Society from 2005 to 2007.
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Teen Self-Care Fair
happens Saturday, May 21
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Join us from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at the Central Library for the Teen Self-Care Fair, a unique and fun event highlighting free or low-cost services and activities for Mesa County teens that support their physical and mental well-being.
Find information about traditional services such as therapy, and take part in a variety of activities to connect teens with their communities and provide positive experiences, such as art, music, board games, yoga, and meditation. Tables and booths for a variety of local organizations offering services to local teens will be there.
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Gain valuable workplace skills
through volunteering
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Teens between the ages of 14-18 are invited to volunteer to help with Summer Reading at Mesa County Libraries.
Summer Reading runs from June 1-July 16, and teen volunteers will help sign up participants, assist with summer library events, distribute prizes, and help with additional library tasks. The library is a great place to spend a summer helping the community and gaining valuable workplace skills.
If interested, please visit the library’s Volunteer Portal at mcpld.galaxydigital.com to create a profile and indicate your interest. For more information, email volunteer@mcpld.org. Applications should be submitted no later than June 24.
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Stretch, breathe, and relax |
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Teens ages 12-18 are invited to participate in group yoga classes provided by Linda Toth from Half Moon Yoga. No equipment is necessary except good vibes and clothes you can easily move in.
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4-5 p.m. Thursdays, June 2 - July 14, in the Central Library Community Room
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11-12:15 p.m. Saturdays, June 4 - July 9, at the Fruita Branch, 324 N. Coulson St.
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4-5 p.m. Tuesdays, June 7 and July 5, at the Clifton Branch, 590 32 Road
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Not an artist? No problem! With instructors from The Palette, pick from a selection of pre-stenciled designs and create your own unique painting to keep. All supplies will be included, and there is no cost for participants at this event.
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4-5:30 p.m. Monday, June 13, at the Fruita Branch
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3-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, at the Clifton Branch
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3-4:30 p.m. Friday, June 17, in the Central Library Mesa Community Room
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Summer means more time for
Dungeons and Dragons
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Join a Dungeons and Dragons campaign with other teens! Beginners are welcome – if you’ve never played before, we’ll teach you! Experts are welcome, too. We will be playing Dungeons and Dragons, 5th edition.
For June and July, Dungeons and Dragons will take place from 3 - 6 p.m. every first Friday and fourth Monday of the month, in the Central Library Community Room. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Click below to visit the Event Calendar and register.
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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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