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We’ve all been there – long days, short evenings, and the itching desire to read but feeling like we don’t have the time to do so. Not all reading sessions have to include massive novels. Here are some short books to fit into your busy schedule: The Cabin at the End of the Train by […]
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This giving season, the Mesa County Libraries Foundation is encouraging library lovers to support the library by making a gift for Colorado Gives Day, which is December 10th this year. All donations received through the end of December will count towards our $10,000 goal, and all proceeds raised through Colorado Gives will support library programs […]
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Living in Grand Junction, founded in 1882, can skew your perception of just how far back much of Colorado’s history goes. Comparatively speaking, the towns and cities on the Western Slope are much younger than the towns and cities located elsewhere in the state, in large part because this land was reserved by treaty for […]
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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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