At Mesa County Libraries, helping you discover your next favorite book is one of our favorite things to do. In the library world, we call this special kind of matchmaking “reader’s advisory.” Whether you’re a longtime book lover or just getting back into reading, the staff at any of our eight locations are always ready […]
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Important Changes Coming to Novelist June 16
The Novelist book recommendation tool you know and love is getting a makeover on June 16, 2025! Here’s what’s changing: Re-designed interface to make it easier to use on both desktop and mobile. “My Dashboard” feature in the new NoveList replaces classic NoveList “Folders”. Some folders WILL automatically migrate to the new Novelist experience: Books, […]
Continue readingVideo Game Review: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
The man with the whip and fedora is back! Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a thrilling return of one of pop culture’s most enduring characters, only this time you get play as the titular hero! Developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda, this first-person action-adventure game delivers a classic Indiana Jones story with […]
Continue readingRiver Reads
It’s that time of year where the river is beckoning us to cool down, sit with our feet in the water, or boat down its winding path while staring at the scenery. Mesa County is lucky to have three notable rivers running through its landscapes: the Colorado, the Gunnison, and the Dolores. The rivers are […]
Continue readingSpring Into a Fresh Start: Books to Help You Declutter, Organize, and Refresh Your Life
As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, many of us feel the urge to shake off the dust of winter and refresh our cluttered homes and minds. Spring cleaning isn’t just about scrubbing floors or dusting – it’s an opportunity to declutter, get organized, and create a physical and mental space […]
Continue readingOnce Upon a Twist: Enchanting Fairy Tale Retellings
Fairy tales have always been a source of wonder and imagination for young readers for many generations. But what happens when these familiar tales are reimagined with new perspectives on these well-known classic fairy tales? From unexpectedly sympathetic villains to classic heroes redefined, these fairy tale retellings for adult readers revitalize the magic of the […]
Continue readingAnticipated Titles of 2025
A great list of books can help kick off the new year and perhaps the following titles might appeal to your interests. These books are anticipated to be popular in 2025: The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan – January 7 The debut novel from sports journalist and author, Kate Fagan, The Three […]
Continue readingNew Year, New Goals, No Problem!
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 […]
Continue readingHighest Circulating Titles of 2024
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. […]
Continue readingTV Shows to Binge This Winter
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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