Accessibility Tools
It might be the start of a new year, but here at Mesa County Libraries, we encourage you to begin fulfilling your dreams at any time! If setting a new year’s resolution ignites your flame for self-progress, we can offer you a huge variety of databases, books, programs, or activities to help you meet some […]
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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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Some days, especially with these pesky early dark winter evenings, you just wanna curl up on the couch with some snacks and watch hours of good ol’ binge-worthy television. Below are some series picks that have over 10 seasons on DVD and are available through the library’s catalog – we’re here to help you make […]
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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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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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We’re in the thick of summertime, and many in Mesa County are flocking from the heat to go camping in higher elevations. Camping comes with a lot of questions, whether you’re deciding what foods to make over the fire, how to properly dispose of waste, leave no trace principles, or what type of tent is […]
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When you finish reading or listening to a great book, does it feel like something is missing? And what if you don’t happen to have another book lined up, or it’s just not engaging? With the Book Reviews and Recommendations page on the Mesa County Libraries website, you will find links to book lists for […]
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Summer is the perfect time to let your imagination run wild and get creative! In addition to our shelves full of inspiring books, your library card unlocks access to two fantastic online resources for creative learning – Universal Class and LinkedIn Learning. From bread-baking to knitting to sewing and lots in between, Universal Class offers […]
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We find ourselves living during a renaissance of accessible anime here in North America. With major publications translating new series every day and anime releasing to most major streaming services, there’s never been a better time to give it a try. And where tantalizing new titles are concerned, there’s few that put the sizzle on […]
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In dreams I have achieved everything. ― Fernando Pessoa, The Book of Disquiet A necessary function, sleep can be many things to many people: celebrated or avoided, easy or difficult, empty or full of confusing dreams. The health benefits of sleep are endless, and the symptoms of sleep deprivation can set you back mentally and […]
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