The Pitkin County Library will be closed on

Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day.

May is Here!

Cool events are happening at the library during the month of May! We are hosting a casino night, playing video games, watching movies, making crafts, and more!

Heads up! The Summer Reading Program is starting soon. June 7 is just around the corner, so start making your summer T.B.R. (to be read) list!

Spring Events at the Library

T.A.B. Application

Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.)

Wednesday, May 1 | 4:30-5:30pm

The Teen Advisory Board is an awesome group of teens who play a vital role in selecting our library collection's latest books, movies, and games. They also help plan fun and exciting programs for teens. The meeting takes place in the Hotpick Meeting Room. Learn more.

Beading Bonanza

Saturday, May 4 | 3:00-5:00pm

If you've ever thought about jewelry making, but didn't know where to start, join us at this beading bonanza in the Library Lab! We will provide supplies and instructions for starter projects. All skill levels are welcome. Learn more.

Read The Rainbow Teen Book Club: Paper Bullets: Two Artists Who Risked Their Lives to Defy the Nazis

Tuesday, May 7 | 5:30-6:30pm

Learn about diverse perspectives in a supportive environment.

This month, we discuss Paper Bullets: Two Artists Who Risked Their Lives to Defy by Jeffrey H. Jackson. Learn more.

Book Thieves Book Club: Star Splitter

Wednesday, May 8 | 4:30-5:30pm

A group of teen readers who meet monthly to discuss exciting young adult literature and eat delicious snacks.

This month, we are discussing Star Splitter by Matthew J. Kirby. The discussion will take place in the Hotpick Meeting Room. Learn more.

Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, May 11| 3:30-5:30pm

Saturday, May 25 | 3:30-5:30pm

Come with us on a magical adventure to test your problem solving and imagination in a fantasy setting as we learn to play Dungeons and Dragons! Dungeons and Dragons takes place in the Library Lab. Learn more.

Book to Film: Dumplin'

Wednesday, May 15 | 4:30-6:30pm

Join us monthly for a fun-filled evening in the Dunaway Community Room. We show a movie based on a book, and of course, there will be plenty of popcorn to munch on! Learn more.

Game Night

Wednesday, May 22 | 4:30-5:30pm

We would love for you to come and hang out with us in the Dunaway Community Room! You can enjoy some yummy food, play some Nintendo Switch games, or even join in on the fun with some board games! Learn more.

Bookbinding

Saturday, May 25 | 3:30-5:30pm

Learn beginner bookbinding skills. Each program will build on skills learned in previous sessions. Sessions take place in the Dunaway Community Room. Learn more.

Banned Books Book Club: Front Desk

Tuesday, May 28 | 5:30-6:30pm

Discuss materials that have been historically challenged or are on the American Library Association's current challenge list.

This month, we will discuss Front Desk by Kelly Yang in the Dunaway Community Room. Learn more.

Casino Night

Wednesday, May 29 | 4:30-5:30pm

Come hang out at the library's Hotpick Meeting Room for a fun-filled evening of games like Poetry for Neanderthals and Blackjack. Don't worry about food and drinks, we've got you covered! Learn more.

Read Wider

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a month to celebrate and pay tribute to the many contributions generations of Asian and Pacific Americans have made to U.S. history, society and culture. The month of May was chosen to commemorate the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the U.S. on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869. The majority of the workers who laid the tracks were Chinese immigrants. (Information from Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies and Library of Congress).

In support of Asian American Pacific Islander Month we have provided downloadable lists of books, movies, music, and online resources. Each list is carefully curated by our collection librarians. Learn more and view the lists.

Jewish American Heritage Month

In May 2004 the Commission for Commemorating 350 Years of American Jewish History had a highly successful celebration of Jewish American History and Heritage. Thus, in 2006 May became National Jewish American Heritage Month (Jewish American Heritage Month).

During Jewish American Heritage Month, we take the time to acknowledge Jewish American history and celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans to U.S. history, society, and culture. We also strive to discover, explore, and celebrate the vibrant and varied American Jewish experience from the dawn of our nation to the present day.

In support of Jewish American Month we have provided downloadable lists of books, movies, music, and online resources. Each list is carefully curated by our collection librarians. Learn more and view the lists.

May Young Adult Books

Check out our new materials!

Enjoy these new young adult fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels. Browse the Young Adult Collection.

Ruthless Vows: A Novel by Rebecca Ross

A Curse for True Love by Stephanie Garber

The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson

So Let Them Burn by Kamila Cole

I Hope This Doesn't Find You by Ann Liang

Gwen and Art are Not in Love by Lex Croucher

Marked Man by John Florio

To Dye For by Alden Wicker

Dear Younger Me by Diane Browning

The Baker and the Bard by Fern Haught

Freshman Year by Sarah Mai

Monster Crush by Ellen Erin Franey

Submit your art before Friday, May 31!

The public is welcome to attend the show’s opening on Wednesday, June 26, 5pm-7pm. The Teen Art Show runs through Friday, August 9.

Important Dates to Remember

May 31, 6pm: Submissions are due.
June 7: Artwork is chosen, and successful applicants will be contacted before this date.
June 22, 6pm: Artwork must be brought to the Pitkin County Library prior to the above date and time.
June 26, 5pm-7pm: Opening Night in the Dunaway Community Room.
June 27: Artwork is displayed in the library.
August 10-August 16: Artwork must be picked up.

Submissions

Please review the Teen Art Show Guidelines before submitting.

Questions?

Contact Madison Ledford

970-429-1922 or madison.ledford@pitkincounty.com

Submit Artwork

Resources at the Library

High School Student Summer Internships with Pitkin County

Pitkin County is launching its first-ever high school internship program for local high school students. Internship opportunities are available from June 17, 2024, through July 12, 2024. Students can apply at pitkincounty.com/jobs. This is an exciting opportunity to dive into various career paths and develop valuable skills in a dynamic work environment. Learn more.