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Mesa County Libraries are seeking entries for the Recycled Books Juried Art Show to be displayed March 28 through May 15, 2025, at the Central Library. 2D and a limited number of 3D artworks are welcome as long as the project has been made from book parts. Artists 16 years of age and older residing […]
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From January 6 – April 14, 2025, Cara Morton will be the 970West Studio Artist in Residence. Cara studied art at the Worcester Art Museum School in Worcester, MA, and has spent her artistic life from a young age exploring many mediums, crafts and styles. Recently, her artistic path has led her back to the […]
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As we wrap up the year of 2024 and begin moving into 2025, it can be interesting to review the titles that have circulated well among Mesa County Libraries. In 2024, the following books and films circulated quite well throughout the year: Kristen Hannah’s The Women Oppenheimer John Grisham’s The Exchange: After The Firm C.J. […]
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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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For those enrolled in academic programs this season or supporting those who are, or for those interested in opportunities for self-development, Mesa County Libraries offers a number of online resources to support your learning endeavors. ABCmouse is an award-winning curriculum that helps young learners, ages 2 through 7, learn about math, science, reading, art, social […]
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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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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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Join the Human Library® for discussions that will explore and challenge stereotypes and offer opportunities to learn about one another through personal stories! Real people will be on loan and candid questions will be expected, appreciated, and answered. The Human Library® is based on a Danish concept from 2000 and it is designed to build […]
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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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