StoryWalk at Mesa County Libraries

Paletero Man StoryWalk® in Fruita

Celebrate the power of community with Paletero Man by Lucky Diaz! This fun bi-lingual book engages native Spanish and English speakers in a StoryWalk® along the Fruita Community Center Campus! According to publisher HarperCollins, Paletero Man “Follow(s) along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally […]

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970West Studio at Mesa County Libraries

Creating Content at the 970West Studio

Did you know that 970West Studio has live-streaming equipment available? These days, the name of the game is content. Do you have a small business that needs a social media presence to boost customer engagement? You need content. Did you just start a YouTube channel that needs to grow and attract followers? You guessed it. […]

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What Will You Read Next?

When you finish reading or listening to a great book, does it feel like something is missing?  And what if you don’t happen to have another book lined up, or it’s just not engaging?  With the Book Reviews and Recommendations page on the Mesa County Libraries website, you will find links to book lists for […]

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Access Legal Forms

Do you need a deed, will, or rental agreement form? Or do you need your name changed? You can find a form for that on our Legal Forms database. Legal Forms also offers quitclaim deeds, power of attorney forms, and forms for wills and estates issues. Other topics include Bankruptcy, Landlord/Tenant, Marriage and Divorce. If […]

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Are you overdue for a library card?

Are you or someone you know overdue for a library card? With summer around the corner, now is a great time to head over to your nearest Mesa County Libraries location and get a library card (at no charge!). You also can apply for a library account online to get started. A library card opens […]

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Subject Guides at Mesa County Libraries

Did you know that we have some great subject guides on our website?  A subject guide is a web page or set of web pages that are created by library staff and provide an overview of a topic.  With guides on community resources and services, downloadable and streaming media, education resources, genealogy, legal information, taxes, […]

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Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and while we are already well into it, this is a time of year when we can promote mental health and well-being.  The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that over 1 in 5 adults in the United States experience mental illness.  To help those in need, the National […]

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Words on Wheels Homebound Service

Mesa County Libraries is dedicated to serving all members of our communities, and when you can’t visit the library, we may be able to bring the library to you.  For those who live in Mesa County and who are experiencing a disability, extended illness, or any other condition which makes it physically impossible to enjoy […]

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eResource Spotlight: Home Improvement Source

Home Improvement Source is a database that is helpful for those interested in DIY home repairs, who are working on a spring or summer renovation, or who are starting a new project entirely.  Featuring content from reference books and home improvement magazines, this resource provides instructions on a variety of tasks, inspiration for your work, […]

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Dog Ears Reading Program

Dog Ears is a wonderful children’s reading program at several Mesa County Libraries locations.  It involves an opportunity for children to read individually to specially trained therapy dogs for 15 minutes.  Kids who are uncomfortable while reading or who tend to get frustrated with it may find that they can relax and enjoy the experience […]

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