Consider giving to the Mesa County Libraries Foundation on Colorado Gives Day Dec. 7 |
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Whether it's providing books to homebound patrons through our Words on Wheels service, celebrating art and culture at our annual Culture Fest, or supporting educational goals through our Adult Learning Center, Mesa County Libraries are dedicated to serving those within our community!
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Learn more about the proposed new
Clifton Branch at public Open House Dec. 7
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An open house to present plans and gather community feedback about the proposed new Mesa County Libraries Clifton Branch is scheduled from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, at Rocky Mountain Elementary School, 3260 D 1/2 Road in Clifton, in the school’s library/media center.
As envisioned, the new library would be part of a Mesa County community center campus planned for construction next to the school. Mesa County Libraries have developed plans for the library that could move forward if an agreement on the site is finalized with the county.
At the open house, visitors can view library floor plans and amenities, share thoughts and ideas about Clifton’s identity, and ask questions. Spanish-speaking staff will be available to answer questions. Mesa County staff will also be present to answer questions about the community center campus.
For those attending the open house, access to the school’s library/media center will be in the front of the building near the parking lot (but not the main doors). Signs and staff will be present to direct attendees to the correct meeting area.
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Learn your rights as a tenant/renter
in a Renter's Rights Workshop
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Four public information sessions outlining the rights of renters are scheduled in December at various Mesa County Libraries locations.
There have been several important changes in the past year to the law concerning evictions, a landlord’s obligation to maintain a residence, late fees, rent increases, and unlawful evictions.
These presentations aim to educate tenants on what their rights are under the new laws as well as include an overview on the eviction process in Colorado.
Presentations will be given by Andrea Rosenberry, a staff attorney at Colorado Legal Services who practices in family law, bankruptcy, consumer law, elder law, and landlord tenant law. Please be aware that we will not be able to provide case-specific answers or legal advice to individuals.
This presentation will be offered at four different times and locations:
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Mesa County Libraries to close for Christmas and New Year’s holidays |
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All Mesa County Libraries locations will be closed Friday and Saturday, Dec. 24 and 25, for the Christmas holiday. Library locations also will be closed Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, for New Year’s Day.
The library’s website will operate during the holidays, and patrons will be able to place holds, renew materials, and use eResources such as Mango Languages, the OverDrive Digital Library, and Kanopy.
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A complete list of library locations and hours is available here.
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Participate in holiday-themed events and activities in and around your library! |
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Book Drop Holiday Book Sales
Stock up on reading material during the chilly season! The Friends of Mesa County Libraries are hosting weekly book sales 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. each Friday and Saturday through Dec. 18. All proceeds from these sales benefit programming at Mesa County Libraries. All sales are cash only.
Please note that these book sales happen at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th St. (across from Grand Junction High School).
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Harry Houdini Chautauqua show
and Holiday Cookie Exchange
Our December oral history meeting will feature Michael Hardesty with the Grand Valley History Players performing his Chautauqua performance of Harry Houdini.
This event will also have a Holiday Cookie Exchange, so bring some cookies and take home some cookies! Coffee will be available to go with all those cookies.
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This event takes place at noon Thursday, Dec. 16, in the Central Library Community Room. Seating is limited, and registration is required.
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Downtown GJ StoryWalk® - The Mitten by Jan Brett
Join Mesa County Libraries and Downtown Grand Junction businesses for a StoryWalk®! From Dec. 13 - Jan. 7, enjoy walking downtown and reading the book The Mitten by Jan Brett.
StoryWalk® is an innovative and delightful way for children — and adults! — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. As you stroll down Main Street, look for numbered pages in business windows for a fun, local experience provided by Mesa County Libraries and Downtown Grand Junction.
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Be sure to visit the Central Library Children's Center to complete our mitten scavenger hunt and claim your prize! |
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Teen Holiday Party
Teens are invited to celebrate the season with crafts, games, and food! This event is free and for all interested teens, ages 12-18.
This event takes place at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, in the Central Library Community Room.
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Collbran Branch Library December Book Sale
During the month of December, the Collbran Branch Library will be stocking up their red carts with used books for sale!
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Adult Crafting - Holiday Gnome
Create a fun, no-sew holiday gnome to add a whimsical touch to the season.
This event takes place at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, in the Fruita Branch Library.
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Let's Draw Cartoons! with Rick Stromoski
Award-winning cartoonist and humorous illustrator Rick Stromoski will teach kids how to create their own cartoon characters, draw facial expressions, and even draw some animals! Recommended for ages 6-13.
This event takes place at 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, on the video conferencing platform Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
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Virtual Puppet Show - The Nutcracker
Clara receives an extraordinary gift from Godpapa Drosselmeyer, and it takes her on an adventure full of magic and friendship. But would they be able to defeat the Mouse King and his mice army? Join us for our winter puppet show, The Nutcracker!
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970West Artist in Residence applications
open Dec. 13 through Jan. 24
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Mesa County Libraries are accepting applications from Dec. 13 through Jan. 24 for openings in the 970West Artist in Residence program for 2022.
The 970West Artist in Residence program is open to artists 18 and older who reside in Mesa County and have a valid library card. The program will accept two artists in 2022 for terms of approximately 14 weeks each.
Artists in a variety of mediums are considered. Applications must be submitted online by 8 p.m. Jan. 24, 2022.
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Do you have old media that needs digitized? Reserve the Digital Conversion Station |
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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
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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 Book Club
Join us at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, in-person at the Clifton Branch Library or online via Google Meet to discuss Jeeves and the King of Clubs by Ben Schott with other people who've read the book.
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Kiva Book Club
Join us at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 16, in-person in the Central Library Mesa Community Room or online via Google Meet to discuss The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides with other people who've read the book.
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In-person attendance for these book clubs is limited. Registration is required. Visit the Event Calendar at mesacountylibraries.org to register.
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Mesa County Libraries and
Food Bank of the Rockies team up to bring after-school snacks to children and teens under 18
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Children 18 and under are invited to pick up and take home free prepackaged snacks from 3 - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., and the Clifton Branch, 590 32 Road.
Parents can grab these snacks without children present. Snacks are available until the end of the school year.
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A NOTE TO READERS
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