Preschool STEAM - Central Library In-Person

Preschoolers 3-5 years old are invited to join us to explore themes in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. We will read books, discover new things, and do hands-on activities, all while practicing our literacy and social skills.

Central Library Community Room, Central Library

Preschool STEAM - Central Library In-Person

Preschoolers 3-5 years old are invited to join us to explore themes in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. We will read books, discover new things, and do hands-on activities, all while practicing our literacy and social skills.

Central Library Community Room, Central Library

Kids Club - Central Library In-Person

Kids and tweens (ages 6 -11) can drop-in, meet new friends, and try out fun activities each week at Kids Club! Times and library locations vary, but all include after-school activities like games, crafts, art, movies, special performances, and more!

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Family Storytime (Central Library) In-Person

Storytime fun for the entire family! These storytimes are packed full of books and activities designed to be enjoyed by families with children up to age 6. Promoting language and literacy skills, these storytimes are a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of ......More

Storytime fun for the entire family! These storytimes are packed full of books and activities designed to be enjoyed by families with children up to age 6. Promoting language and literacy skills, these storytimes are a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning.Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. storytime is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with books and songs and to actively participate in the program. storytimes last around 30 minutes unless otherwise noted.

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Patchwork Sashiko Tote Bags with Artist in Residence Maryanna Powell - Central Library In-Person

Upcycle a tote bag with hand-stitched patchwork sashiko. Supplies included and registration required. Check our calendar for Maryanna Powell programs, including dates, times, and locations.Learn more about our Artist in Residence program.

Central Library Monument Room, Central Library

Ayuda Individualizada de Tecnología en Español- Central Library - Tech Help

Ayuda Individuaizada de Tecnología en Español está dirigida a los usuarios que son principiantes en el uso de sus teléfonos inteligentes, tabletas y computadoras, que necesitan ayuda para navegar y aprender sobre sus aplicaciones y que desean una experiencia de aprendiz......More

Ayuda Individuaizada de Tecnología en Español está dirigida a los usuarios que son principiantes en el uso de sus teléfonos inteligentes, tabletas y computadoras, que necesitan ayuda para navegar y aprender sobre sus aplicaciones y que desean una experiencia de aprendizaje práctica. Las sesiones son de media hora y se requiere previa registración. Las sesiones están disponibles: Lunes de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. y Jueves de 1:00 p.m. a 4:00 p.m.Puede registrarse en linea oprimiendo el enlace, si nesecita ayuda con la registraciónllame al 970 683-2466 Por favor, tenga en cuenta que solo se atenderan las llamadas para registrarse los dias Mércoles de 9:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m.https://mesacountylibraries.libcal.com/appointments/sith

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Infant and Toddler Storytime In-Person

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers! These 20-to-30-minute storytimes introduce books, songs, rhymes, and other activities that are developmentally appropriate for children from birth up to 36 months of age. Storytime makes learnin......More

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers! These 20-to-30-minute storytimes introduce books, songs, rhymes, and other activities that are developmentally appropriate for children from birth up to 36 months of age. Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. storytime is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with books and songs and to actively participate in the program. storytimes last around 30 minutes unless otherwise noted.

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Preschool Storytime - Central Library In-Person

Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, Storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. Storytime is a great w......More

Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, Storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. Storytime is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with books and songs and to actively participate in the program. Storytimes last around 30 minutes unless otherwise noted.Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3 to 5 years! During these preschool story times, children and their grownups will explore stories and activities that encourage children to expand their imaginations and arouse curiosity about the world around them while developing a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Tech Table Tuesday - Central Library

Library staff is available to help with your eReader, laptop or other gadget/tech questions. Assistance is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. In-depth/additional questions may require a future Book a Librarian appointment when others are waiting.Request a Book......More

Library staff is available to help with your eReader, laptop or other gadget/tech questions. Assistance is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. In-depth/additional questions may require a future Book a Librarian appointment when others are waiting.Request a Book a Librarian appointment by clicking here.

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Individual Tech Help - Central Library In-Person

Individual Tech Help is intended for patrons who are beginners with regard to their smartphones, tablets, and computers, who need help navigating and learning about their apps, and who want and appreciate a hands-on learning experience. Session help can include (but is ......More

Individual Tech Help is intended for patrons who are beginners with regard to their smartphones, tablets, and computers, who need help navigating and learning about their apps, and who want and appreciate a hands-on learning experience. Session help can include (but is not limited to) basic computer skills, Google Drive, and Microsoft Word help. A library volunteer will offer sessions in half-hour blocks and registration is required. When you arrive for your appointment, visit the Information Desk to check-in. To register, please visit our online registration page or inquire during your next visit to the library or by calling 970-243-4442. Para obtener ayuda técnica en español en la sucursal de Clifton, llámenos al 970-434-6936. Para obtener ayuda técnica en español, en la Biblioteca Central, llámenos al 970-683-2466.

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Hora de Cuentos Bilingue (Bilingual storytime) In-Person

Lea, cante y diviertase practicando español con sus amigos de la biblioteca. Durante la hora de cuentos las familias con niños hasta la edad de 6 años aprenderán canciones juegos y cuentos nuevos.Todas las familias con niños que quieran aprender español o que ya sepan e......More

Lea, cante y diviertase practicando español con sus amigos de la biblioteca. Durante la hora de cuentos las familias con niños hasta la edad de 6 años aprenderán canciones juegos y cuentos nuevos.Todas las familias con niños que quieran aprender español o que ya sepan español son bienvenidos! Los niños deben estar siempre acompañados por adultos.Read, sing and have fun practicing Spanish with your library friends. During storytime, families with children up to 6 years old will learn new songs, games and stories.All families with children who want to learn Spanish or who already know it are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Individual Tech Help - Central Library In-Person

Individual Tech Help is intended for patrons who are beginners with regard to their smartphones, tablets, and computers, who need help navigating and learning about their apps, and who want and appreciate a hands-on learning experience. Session help can include (but is ......More

Individual Tech Help is intended for patrons who are beginners with regard to their smartphones, tablets, and computers, who need help navigating and learning about their apps, and who want and appreciate a hands-on learning experience. Session help can include (but is not limited to) basic computer skills, use of social media, Google Drive, Microsoft Word help, and more.Library staff will offer sessions in half-hour blocks and registration is required. When you arrive for your appointment, visit the Information Desk to check-in. To register, please visit our online registration page or inquire during your next visit to the library or by calling 970-243-4442. Para obtener ayuda técnica en español en la sucursal de Clifton, llámenos al 970-434-6936 Para obtener ayuda técnica en español, en la Biblioteca Central, llámenos al 970-683-2466

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Teen Time: Create Something - Central Library Teen Center In-Person

Teens are invited to "create something" with other teens. This could be an art hangout, a craft, or a STEM activity. This event is for teens 12-18 years old.Please check Teen Time Events Calendar

Central Library Teen Center, Central Library

Living Room Conversations: Community and Belonging - Central Library In-Person

Join a group of community members to discuss aspects of belonging in this facilitated conversation. Bring your own experiences to share with others around what belonging means to you as well as when you have or haven't felt belonging in our community while also hearing ......More

Join a group of community members to discuss aspects of belonging in this facilitated conversation. Bring your own experiences to share with others around what belonging means to you as well as when you have or haven't felt belonging in our community while also hearing about others' experiences.Seating is first come, first served. No registration is required. Living Room Conversations is a national organization providing topic guides for communities to have more and deeper conversations.

Central Library Community Room, Central Library

Infant and Toddler Storytime - Central Library In-Person

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!These 20-to-30-minute storytimes introduce books, songs, rhymes, and other activities that are developmentally appropriate for children from birth up to 36 months of age.Storytime makes learning ......More

A storytime experience for our youngest library users and their caregivers!These 20-to-30-minute storytimes introduce books, songs, rhymes, and other activities that are developmentally appropriate for children from birth up to 36 months of age.Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. storytime is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with books and songs and to actively participate in the program. storytimes last around 30 minutes unless otherwise noted.

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Preschool Storytime - Central Library In-Person

Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, Storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. Storytime is a great w......More

Storytime makes learning fun! Featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and other activities, Storytime emphasizes five simple practices - reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing - that help children learn the skills they need to be ready to read. Storytime is a great way to introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Children and their grownups are encouraged to engage with books and songs and to actively participate in the program. Storytimes last around 30 minutes unless otherwise noted.Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3 to 5 years! During these preschool story times, children and their grownups will explore stories and activities that encourage children to expand their imaginations and arouse curiosity about the world around them while developing a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library

Ayuda Individualizada deTecnología en Español- Central Library - Tech Help

Ayuda Individuaizada de Tecnología en Español está dirigida a los usuarios que son principiantes en el uso de sus teléfonos inteligentes, tabletas y computadoras, que necesitan ayuda para navegar y aprender sobre sus aplicaciones y que desean una experiencia de aprendiz......More

Ayuda Individuaizada de Tecnología en Español está dirigida a los usuarios que son principiantes en el uso de sus teléfonos inteligentes, tabletas y computadoras, que necesitan ayuda para navegar y aprender sobre sus aplicaciones y que desean una experiencia de aprendizaje práctica. Las sesiones son de media hora y se requiere previa registración. Las sesiones están disponibles: Lunes de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. y Jueves de 1:00 p.m. a 4:00 p.m.Puede registrarse en linea oprimiendo el enlace, si nesecita ayuda con la registraciónllame al 970 683-2466 Por favor, tenga en cuenta que solo se atenderan las llamadas para registrarse los dias Mércoles de 9:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m.https://mesacountylibraries.libcal.com/appointments/sith

Central Library

Preschool STEAM - Central Library In-Person

Preschoolers 3-5 years old are invited to join us to explore themes in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. We will read books, discover new things, and do hands-on activities, all while practicing our literacy and social skills.

Central Library Community Room, Central Library

Preschool STEAM - Central Library In-Person

Preschoolers 3-5 years old are invited to join us to explore themes in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. We will read books, discover new things, and do hands-on activities, all while practicing our literacy and social skills.

Central Library Community Room, Central Library

Kids Club - Central Library In-Person

Kids and tweens (ages 6 -11) can drop-in, meet new friends, and try out fun activities each week at Kids Club! Times and library locations vary, but all include after-school activities like games, crafts, art, movies, special performances, and more!

Central Library Children's Center, Central Library