Today, you can still see a small orchard if you look to the west from 1st Street when ascending the hill that used to be known as First Fruitridge. Believe it or not, the hill bisected by 1st Street […]
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“How to Be an Ally” online panel discussion set for Saturday, April 3
An online panel discussion titled “How to Be an Ally” is set for 5 p.m. Saturday, April 3, via Zoom. The panel will explore allyship, which is the process of building supporting relationships with members of marginalized communities. The discussion, hosted by the Fruita for Equality initiative, will include members of Black Citizens and Friends, […]
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Local History Thursday: Interview with African-American Activist Shannon Robinson
In many ways, Shannon Robinson has lived an enviable punk rock kind of life, going her own direction and setting her own rules. She bought a fake ID so she could start working at the age of fourteen, was in the pit at Denver hardcore punk shows during the scene’s heyday, became a Vespa-riding SHARP […]
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Roof at Palisade Branch to be replaced starting March 15
The roof of the Palisade Branch Library is scheduled for replacement in late March. Work is expected to begin Monday, March 15, and will last 10-14 days. During that time, library patrons may encounter construction noise in the library, and parking spaces near the building may be limited. The Palisade Branch will remain open regular […]
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Attention, gardeners! Spring Seed Exchange set for Saturday, March 20, at four library locations
Bring a seed, take a seed at the Mesa County Libraries Spring Seed Exchange, scheduled for Saturday, March 20, at four library locations! Gardeners are invited to bring portioned seeds and take seeds left by others. Please divide your seeds into individual-sized, labeled packets before arriving at the exchange. There is no charge to participate. […]
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Online Arts & Culture Forum for GJ City Council candidates set for March 16
An Arts and Culture Forum for Grand Junction City Council candidates is scheduled for 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, online via Zoom. For the Zoom link, please visit the Event Calendar at mesacountylibraries.org Studies show that arts and cultural organizations significantly benefit the local economy, and arts and culture continue to grow and improve the […]
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Local History Thursday: New Book Review of “The History of Railroads in Palisade, Colorado”
Local history buffs, rejoice! A new book has been published by the Palisade Historical Society. Written by local historian and railroad enthusiast Matt Darling, “The History of Railroads in Palisade, Colorado” has made its way to our library shelves. This read explains the complications, successes, and technicalities of the railroad making its way through the Grand […]
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March Staff Picks
Spring is resurfacing, and new book recommendations are sprouting from the minds of our library staff. To enjoy these reads with us, click on any of the book covers below to be directed to the Mesa County Libraries catalog. Kelsey’s Pick: Vampires Never Get Old: Tales with Fresh Bite edited by Natalie C. Parker and […]
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Video Game Review: Mortal Kombat 11
Mortal Kombat is one of the main video games everyone thinks of when they hear “Video Game”. The franchise has been around since 1992 and has 22 games as well as a plethora of comics and novels. There are also 5 movie adaptations with the most recent version set to release in April 2021. The […]
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Library Friends host Saturday book sales through March 27
The Friends of Mesa County Libraries are hosting weekly book sales 9 a.m.-2 p.m. each Saturday through March 27 at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th St. (across from Grand Junction High School). These weekly Saturday “pop-up” sales feature a great selection of books at affordable prices. Stock up for your spring and summer […]
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