As my artist residency at the 970West Studio comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on how inspired I have been by people in the community this fall. I want to thank the Grand Valley for creating art with me in my sculpting workshops and open studio hours! I typically work in my home studio, […]
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Explore, Learn, and Discover with the Western Colorado Astronomy Club
“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” – Vincent Van Gogh Astronomy is defined as the branch of science that deals with celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a whole. There’s no doubt that people have been curious about our night sky and […]
Continue readingLibrary now offers GED preparation classes
Mesa County Libraries now offer two options for Mesa County residents who want to complete their high-school education: a GED preparation program and Career Online High School. The new GED preparation program at Mesa County Libraries is currently enrolling students who wish to complete their high-school equivalency. Assessments are scheduled for Dec. 10 and 11 […]
Continue readingHoliday events highlight library schedule in December
Find the spirit of the holiday season at Mesa County Libraries. From puppet shows to holiday sing-alongs, your local libraries are hosting a variety of holiday events that will appeal to all ages. All events are open to the public free of charge. Puppet Show: “Santa’s New Suit” Dec. 3-21 at various library locations […]
Continue readingLocal History Thursday: Spooky Stories of Mesa County
Do you like things that go “bump” in the night? As a kid, did you read so many ghost stories before bed that you had to sleep with a nightlight on until you were 14? Did you ever ask for EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon) equipment for Christmas, then scoff when your mom got you a […]
Continue readingArtists: Don’t miss this unique opportunity!
Local artists looking for a unique opportunity have one more week to submit their applications for 2019 Artist in Residence slots at the Mesa County Libraries 970West Studio. Artists 18 and older who live in Mesa County may apply, and residencies are available to artists at all stages in their careers. Artists in a wide […]
Continue readingBestselling sci-fi author Kevin J. Anderson to headline Comic Con
Kevin J. Anderson, a prolific and popular science fiction author with fans worldwide, will headline the 2018 Mesa County Libraries Comic Con set for Saturday, Oct. 6, at Two Rivers Convention Center in Grand Junction. Anderson will speak and answer questions from the audience. He will be available for autographs and book-signings after his presentation. […]
Continue readingWho Wants to Go Ice Swimming?
Crank up those swamp coolers and chug frosty pitchers of lemonade: it’s (still) extremely hot outside. If you’re feeling drained from the summer heat, it may appease you to sprawl out in front of a fan with a mentally cooling read! The following titles are about swimming in abnormally cold waters for competition, thrills, health […]
Continue readingAward-winning comic book writer Mike Baron to appear at Comic Con
Mesa County Libraries are proud to announce that comic book writer Mike Baron, co-creator of the long-running superhero comic “Nexus,” will be a special guest at Mesa County Libraries Comic Con on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. At Comic Con, Baron is scheduled to participate in a question-and-answer session with a moderator, and he also will […]
Continue readingNeighbors Read is moving to the Downtown Farmers Market beginning June 21!
The weekly Mesa County Libraries Neighbors Read family story time is moving to the Grand Junction Downtown Farmers Market every Thursday evening beginning June 21, 2018. Neighbors Read will take place 5:30-7:30 p.m. each Thursday in the 600 block of Main Street. Neighbors Read is a family-oriented story time in which members of the community […]
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