MESA COUNTY LIBRARIES, April 2024 | |
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The Institute of Museum and Library Services has selected Mesa County Libraries as one of 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 honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate significant impact in their communities. For 30 years, the award has honored institutions that demonstrate excellence in service to their communities.
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Share your story with us! | |
April 7-13 is National Library Week! It's time to celebrate libraries and their impact on communities throughout America. We want to share YOUR library story. How has Mesa County Libraries helped you create the space for fantastic memories? Please send your story or favorite library moments to pr@mcpld.org or tag us on social media @mesacountylib on Instagram and @MesaCountyLibraries on Facebook. | |
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New Artist in Residence (April 22) | | |
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Nicole Rivas is joining Mesa County Libraries as Artist in Residence from April 22nd to July 26, 2024. She is a prose writer originally from Los Angeles and the Inland Empire. She started writing and publishing short-form writing while earning a B.A. in English from California State University, San Bernardino.
Before relocating to Grand Junction in 2022, Nicole spent nearly a decade living in the South, earning an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Alabama. Her debut short story collection, Tender Hoof: Stories (Thirty West Publishing House) was published in January 2024. In addition to writing short stories, Nicole is currently working on a novella
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April is National Poetry Month, and to celebrate, we're having a poetry contest.
Adults age 18+ and teens in grades 6-12 may submit an original poem by 8 p.m. Sunday, April 14.
The top three poems will be awarded prizes and will be featured on our website and social media pages, once the poems have been selected and winners notified.
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Hispanic Resource Fair & Celebration
11 a.m. Saturday, April 13
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Sound Medicine Experience
6 p.m. Thursday, April 11
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Western Slope Young Chautauqua Spotlight
1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Clifton Writer's Group
10 a.m. Tuesday, April 16
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Teen Self-Care Fair
12 p.m. Saturday, April 27
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Local Author, Joseph Colwell
Book Club: Hermit of Puccini Ridge
10 a.m. Tuesday, April 9
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Adults Only Super Smash Bros Tournament
11 a.m. Saturday, April 6
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Discovering Early Post Offices
of Mesa County
2 p.m. Saturday, April 13
Collbran Congregational Church
2003 High Street
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Planting the Seeds of Poetry
5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 24
Central Library, 443 N. 6th Street
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Game Night, 18+
6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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Clifton Fiber Arts Club
9 a.m. Tuesday, April 23
Clifton Branch Library, 3270 D 1/2 Road
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"Neurodiversity has entered the public consciousness in a new way over the past decade. Though often associated with autism and attention deficit disorders, neurodiversity encompasses a wide variety of cognitive differences, including dyslexia and dyscalculia" | |
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Books, books, and more books! | |
Come find some great deals on gently used paperbacks, hardbacks, DVDs, and more! Every Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th Street, excluding holiday weekends. All sales benefit Mesa County Libraries programs, such as Summer Reading, Comic Con, and Culture Fest. Cash and Venmo are accepted. | |
Eye Love Fruita Art Show Call for Artists | |
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The Eye Love Fruita Art Show celebrates our community and what makes it special. Artists are invited to submit artworks that explore our diverse community and its rich perspectives. All genres and styles of compatible 2D wall art are encouraged.
Abstract and realistic representations of life, values, and what makes Fruita so special are encouraged! Entry deadline is 8 a.m. Monday, June 17. Entries will only be accepted online. (Applications will open April 22, 2024)
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Join a monthly book club! | | |
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Join us at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 9, at the Clifton Branch, 3270 D 1/2 Road, to discuss "The Hermit of Puccini Ridge" by Joseph Colwell with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, at the Fruita Branch, 324 N. Coulson St., to discuss "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss "The Vanishing Half" by Brit Bennett with other people who've read the book. | | |
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Join us at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, at the Central Library, 443 N. 6th St., to discuss "When Breath Becomes Air " by Paul Kalanithi with other people who've read the book. | |
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