Welcome to Fort Lewis Mesa Library

Fort Lewis Mesa Library is located within Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary in Hesperus, Colorado. During school hours we serve students and staff. We serve the public after school hours and during school closures.

The collection at Fort Lewis Mesa Library includes a selection of Children’s, Young Adult, and General Fiction and Non-Fiction books, as well as audio books, games, puzzles, puppets, LEGOs, and STEM materials. Check out one of our many Busy Boxes and/or Explore It kits. We also have a selection of kids and general DVDs.

A public resource computer is available for research and general use, and we offer an AWE Computer with children’s educational games.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Fort Lewis Mesa Library
11274 Colorado Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado, 81326

Phone (970) 375-3816 ext. 1
flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org

School Year Hours
Monday: 1:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday – Friday: 2:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

School Year Hours that are by appointment only
Monday: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Summer Hours (June, July, early August)
Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

CURBSIDE PICKUP AVAILABLE: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Pick up your materials from the pick-up bin outside the front door. You may also return previously checked out material in the blue drop box.

Don’t have a library card? Visit in person and request one or fill out our online form.

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A robot on a technology based background with text that says: Technology Tuesday at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Phone got you fuddled? Tablet being uncooperative? Laptop giving you grief? FLM library can help! Tech assistance offered on Tuesdays from 12-2 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Wednesdays, 2 pm: Sep 4 - May 27. Tuesdays, 10 am: Jun 3 - Aug 12. A love of reading starts early! Parents and caregivers, bring your wee ones, ages 2-4, for stories, songs, and games. We will provide approximately 20 minutes of stories and lots of interactive fun including songs, rhymes, and activities. Then stay and play in the library with your child and their new friends! For more information, contact cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org. 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 (970) 375-3816, ext. 1

Table Top Game Society for 6th to 12th graders. Every Friday at 1:00 pm starting June 6th at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Play Games. Make new friends. Forge new rivalries. Eat snacks. Part of the 2025 Summer Reading Program. Come for the games, leave with books to read and an entry on your bingo card. Each week will have a featured game to try along with games for free play. Bring a friend or game. Or both!

Catch the all! Make friends - or rivals! Pokémon Club Learn how to play! Show off your collection! Trade with others! Movies, activities, and more! Free to participate. Open to ages 7+ (Must be able to read) Every Monday from 1 - 2:30 pm, Starting June 2. Pokémon is a media franchise from Japan that promotes friendship, critical thinking, and sportsmanship through games, movies, and books. The card game strengthens reading, math, and communication skills.

Wacky Water Wednesdays, Community Splash Fun hosted by fort Lewis Mesa Library and FLM Elementary School. Wednesday, July 16. 23. & 30, 10 am - noon. Kiddie pools, sprinklers, & water Toys! wear a swimsuit, Bring a towel. For more info email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

SW LA PLATA LIBRARY DISTRICT SPEAKER SERIES, COMPASS POINTS: Navigating Community Resources. NAVIGATING LEGAL SERVICES Tuesday, Aug. 12, 6 pm at Sunnyside Library 75 CR 218, Durango, CO. For questions, contact sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org Tuesday, Aug. 26, 6 pm at Ft Lewis Mesa Library 11274CO Hwy140, Hesperus, CO. For questions, contact flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org A representative from Colorado Legal Services will discuss how their organization can help seniors and low-income Coloradans with various civil legal challenges in areas like housing, public benefits, family law, tax issues, and more. Southwest La Plata Library District, (970) 375-3816. www.swlplibrarydistict.org

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How can I support Fort Lewis Mesa Library?

Get a library card – They are free and allow you to access all we have to offer: books, audio books, movies, public computers, wi-fi access, activities and programs, and more.
Join the Friends of the Library!
Volunteer – There is always something to do at a library. Our volunteers help shelve books, process materials and provide support at events. Contact the branch to see how you can help.
Donate Books – Your book donations help us develop our collection as well as provide materials for the Friend of the Library District’s book sales.