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The Giving Tree is turning 16 this year! We at Mesa County Libraries are so thankful for our long-standing partnership with Grand Valley Catholic Outreach as we continue to offer this unique winter giving opportunity. Each year, Catholic Outreach gathers applications starting in October until mid November. All recipients of Giving Tree gifts are Catholic […]
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Each year, Mesa County Libraries hosts Culture Fest, a celebration of the diverse cultures represented in Mesa County through performances, country tables, and a juried art show. The open-themed exhibit provides an opportunity for local artists to showcase their skills and celebrate the rich artistic culture of our community. This year’s Culture Fest Juried Art […]
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Deserted, remote, forgotten. With over 1,500 named ghost towns, few states possess more abandoned settlements than Colorado. The promise of prosperity brought thousands into these settlements, only to be left behind when fortunes dried up. The vast majority of ghost towns in Colorado were mining settlements, founded to extract or process raw material from Colorado’s […]
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In 1996, the United Nations General Assembly designated November 16 as the “International Day of Tolerance,” echoing UNESCO’s Declaration of Principles on Tolerance. This declaration emphasizes that tolerance is not mere indulgence, but rather, it’s the cornerstone of respecting and appreciating the rich tapestry of cultures, expressions, and human experiences worldwide. Tolerance, fundamentally, entails respecting […]
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I’ve recently learned that October is 21 – 27 is National Estate Planning Awareness Week, and while I’m a little embarrassed to admit it, I have never made a will, which is an important part of any household estate plan. So this October, I’m going to find out what I need to do to make […]
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Cue the fall vibes! Whether you want something cozy and atmospheric or dark and unsettling, this list has you covered for your autumnal reading adventure. Click on any of the titles to visit the Mesa County Libraries catalog. The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse This book is our spooky October pick for Monument Book Club, a […]
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Bargain book shoppers, mark your calendars! It’s almost time for the Friends of the Mesa County Libraries big annual book sale, Thursday, October 17th, through Saturday, October 19th, at the First Congregational Church of Grand Junction, located at 1425 N. 5th St. With thousands of used books in good condition, this is the Friends’ biggest […]
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Content Warning: This story contains graphic descriptions of violence and suffering committed against animals. Reader discretion is advised. In the late 19th century, competition between cattlemen and sheepherders over the open range often came to a bloody head in a series of conflicts known as the Sheep Wars. There were huge fortunes to be gained […]
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It’s the season where the Mesa County Libraries Discovery Garden is reaching its fullest bloom. The Discovery Garden at 517 Chipeta Avenue is a place for respite, education, and growth. All are welcome between sunup and sundown to explore the garden and enjoy artist installations, a little free library, and children’s musical instruments. Even better […]
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The Culture Fest Art Show celebrates artists of Mesa County! Mesa County Libraries are seeking art for the 2024 Culture Fest Art Show to be displayed at the Central, Clifton, and Fruita libraries this fall. 2D and 3D artworks in a variety of mediums are welcome. Artists 18 years of age and older residing in […]
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