If you use hoopla® through Mesa County Libraries, you’ll experience some service changes beginning this month (January 2023). Starting this month, we are reducing the number of hoopla checkouts you can make each month from eight to five. In addition, we are implementing a budget cap on our hoopla service, which means that once the library […]
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If you haven’t driven by the site of the new Mesa County Libraries Clifton Branch near the intersection of D½ and 32½ roads recently, here’s an update of what’s been going on since we broke ground at the end of August: Work on preparing the ground to start pouring concrete for the foundation progressed smoothly […]
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Now in its 14th year, the Giving Tree collaboration between Mesa County Libraries and Grand Valley Catholic Outreach seeks to help local families in need during the holidays. Giving Trees decorated with gift requests from Mesa County residents in need are at the Central Library in Grand Junction and library branches in Clifton, Fruita, Orchard […]
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Students of HeartSong Montessori in Grand Junction recently gave $327 to the Clifton Branch Capital Campaign that’s being conducted by the Mesa County Libraries Foundation. The school raised the money through a read-a-thon to benefit early childhood literacy and decided to support the Clifton Branch Project because of the branch’s strong focus on kids. “We thought it […]
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Friends of the Mesa County Libraries will host their big October Book Sale Oct. 20-22 at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th St. (across from Grand Junction High School). This sale will feature books, DVDs, CDs, and a special collection of rare and collectible items that you won’t want to miss. Hours are: 9 […]
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Fans, are you ready? Mesa County Libraries Comic Con will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at the Grand Junction Convention Center, 159 Main St. Admission is free with a Mesa County Libraries card or $5 at the door. Cosplay contests for various ages, panel discussions on topics […]
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All Mesa County Libraries locations will be closed Monday, July 4, 2022, for the Independence Day holiday. The Collbran, De Beque, Orchard Mesa, and Palisade branches will be closed Saturday, July 2, in observance of the holiday. During the holiday, patrons will be able to visit mesacountylibraries.org to place holds, renew materials, and use eResources […]
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Sixteen students participated in a graduation ceremony May 25, 2022, to receive their secondary-school credentials through Mesa County Libraries. A total of 22 students completed their studies and earned diplomas this spring. Sixteen of those students participated in a well-attended graduation ceremony May 25 at the Central Library in downtown Grand Junction. Six of the […]
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A Teen Self-Care Fair showcasing free and low-cost options to support the physical and mental well-being of teens is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2022, at the Mesa County Libraries Central Library, 443 N. 6th St. in downtown Grand Junction. Admission to the fair is free. A variety of activities such […]
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Musician Charles Walker is the new Mesa County Libraries Artist in Residence, bringing a wide variety of musical experience to share with patrons and the public. During his residency, Walker will present public programs centered on music, rhythm, vocals, and more. His residency lasts through Aug. 8, 2022. Walker, whose nickname is “ChuckJay,” is from […]
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