All Mesa County Libraries locations will be closed Monday, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday.

Branch libraries in Collbran, De Beque, Orchard Mesa, and Palisade will be closed Saturday, June 17, in observance of the holiday.

Also, all library locations will be closed Tuesday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday.

During the holidays, patrons can visit the library’s website to place holds, renew materials, and use eResources such as Mango Languages, LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda), the OverDrive/Libby Digital Library, Hoopla, and Kanopy.

Don’t forget: Summer Reading is in full swing and lasts through Saturday, July 15. Sign up online or visit your nearest library location for more information!

A complete list of library locations and hours is available here.

Reading is a great way to spend the summer, and Summer Reading at Mesa County Libraries makes it even better!

Enjoy talented, award-winning entertainers and special events like Outdoor Storytime and Outside Kids Club. Track your reading -- the more you read, the more chances you have to earn free books!

All ages are welcome to join Summer Reading, and participation is free of charge!

Find more information and register at mesacountylibraries.org/srp and at all library locations.

Special entertainers, events, and activities are listed on the library Event Calendar.

Here are a few highlights coming up in June:

Families will be amazed by "The New Mexico Yo-Yo Slinger" Luke Renner as he performs yo-yo tricks this summer! Performances are a combination of expert skill on a string with a magical touch.

Meet The LEGO Guy, Curtis Mork! He'll teach children a little bit about the history of LEGO, and encourage them to use their imagination, problem-solving skills, and teamwork to build LEGO challenges. Choose one session to attend:

We'll be showing the classic movie "The Wizard of Oz" (1939). Watch for the first time or re-watch Dorothy, The Tin Man, The Scarecrow, and The Cowardly Lion on their journey to see the Wizard in The Emerald City.

Fun, themed snacks will be provided. Photo booth props will be available. All ages are welcome!

New! Kids Graphic Novel Meetup

Calling all young graphic novel enthusiasts ages 7-11! Join the Kids Graphic Novel Meetup to connect with fellow bookworms and discuss your favorite graphic novels — both in person and online.

This event happens weekly in the Central Library Idea Lab.

Families will be amazed by "The New Mexico Yo-Yo Slinger" Luke Renner as he performs yo-yo tricks this summer! Performances are a combination of expert skill on a string with a magical touch.

Join us online and learn from a professional! Published comic book artist Rick Stromoski will teach you how to draw a variety of pets during this virtual session. Learn some new skills and share your work with fellow artists, all from the comfort of your computer or tablet! Recommended for ages 6-13.

This event takes place at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 15, on the video conferencing platform Zoom. Registration is required to receive Zoom link.

Meet The LEGO Guy, Curtis Mork! He'll teach children a little bit about the history of LEGO, and encourage them to use their imagination, problem-solving skills, and teamwork to build LEGO challenges.

There are three sessions available for families to attend.

Tweens (ages 9-12) can register to attend this event hosted by entomologist Mel Schreiner from the CSU Extension. They'll learn about what types of insects are eaten around the world and even get to try an insect snack!

TIP: Click "Show more dates" on the Event Calendar to see more dates for this event.

Teens and young adults 12-21 are invited to participate in a free summer art workshop series, presented by local artists:

All workshop materials and light snacks will be provided free of charge. These events are presented in partnership with BAM! (Business Art Mentorship).

In partnership with EUREKA! Science Museum, Teens 12-18 are invited to join the Teen STEAM Book Club. Teen STEAM Book Club participants will read "Dry" by Neal Shusterman, discuss it, and do a variety of hands-on STEAM activities related to the topics and themes discussed in the book. Please register to save your spot and request a copy of "Dry"!

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!

Check our Event Calendar for full list of what's happening at Mesa County Libraries!