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On July 26, the Fruita Branch Library hosted a reception for the Eye Love Fruita Art Show where juror Michelle Cools, artist and owner of The Vintage Common, announced the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. 1st Place: Pavia Justinian – acrylic painting titled Red Rockin’ Nebulas 2nd Place: Devan Penniman – linoleum print titled […]
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Calling all creatives! If you are interested in sharing your artistic knowledge with the community through engaging programs, we would like to invite you to apply for the Mesa County Libraries Artist in Residence program. Artists 18 years of age and older, residing in Mesa County, CO, and with a valid library card may apply. […]
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On July 11, the Clifton Branch Library held the inaugural Clifton Community Art Show reception. This reception celebrated the artists who submitted artwork to the Clifton Community Art Show and specially honored the winners of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards. We are excited to showcase artwork inspired by the Clifton area! There were […]
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Here’s your chance to show your talent to the community! Mesa County Libraries is seeking artwork for the Comic Con Juried Art Show, to be displayed August 30 through October 24, 2024 at multiple library locations. There are three age categories for artists (11 and under, 12-18, and 19 and older), and prizes will be […]
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Celebrate the power of community with Paletero Man by Lucky Diaz! This fun bi-lingual book engages native Spanish and English speakers in a StoryWalk® along the Fruita Community Center Campus! According to publisher HarperCollins, Paletero Man “Follow(s) along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally […]
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This summer, the library is excited to work with the Community Food Bank to host their Mobile Food Pantry at the library. They will be distributing free fresh produce to anyone that needs it. Here is the schedule for the season: Mobile Food Pantry at Mesa County Libraries Central Library – 10am – 12pm Wednesday, […]
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Congratulations to our 2024 poetry contest winners! As usual, we had lots of great submissions this year. If you missed entering this year, keep an eye out for our 2025 contest! This year’s Teen contest was judged by Noel Kalenian, Librarian and published poet; the Adult contest was judged by Dr. Randy Phillis, professor of […]
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(Please note, this post was updated on 6/30/25 to reflect Grand Valley Connects’ new hours and locations) Mesa County Libraries and Mesa County Public Health are excited to announce their collaboration to support residents in Mesa County when it comes to accessing resources in the community. Resource Navigators from Grand Valley Connects are stationed at […]
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2024 marks the fifth year of the Recycled Books Art Show at Mesa County Libraries! In 2019, the Friends of the Mesa County Libraries organized, managed, and funded the initial art show featuring projects made by local creatives using recycled books. This well-loved annual display continues to showcase some of the intricate and amazing artwork […]
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The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced on March 27, 2024, that Mesa County Libraries is among 30 finalists for the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Mesa County Libraries is the only institution in Colorado to be selected as a finalist for this award. The National Medal is the nation’s highest […]
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