Events Calendar

Events in March 2025

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February 23, 2025
February 24, 2025
February 25, 2025(2 events)

3:00 pm: Technology Tuesdays

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February 25, 2025

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 3-5 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

6:00 pm: Compass Points: Smartphone 101

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February 25, 2025

SW La Plata Library District Speaker Series, Compass Points: Navigating Community Resources. Smartphone 101. February 11, 6-7 pm at Sunnyside Library, 75 CR 218, Durango, CO. For questions, contact sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. February 25, 6-7 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Hwy 140, Hesperus, CO. For questions, contact flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Learn some smartphone basics and get help with your device. Both Apple and Android help will be available. Southwest La Plata Library District. 970-375-3816, www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
February 26, 2025(1 event)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


February 26, 2025

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Wednesdays at 2 pm, Sept 4-April 30. 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 simple stores and lots of interactive fun including songs, rhymes, and simple 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

Parents & caregivers, bring your wee ones, ages 2-4, for stories, songs, and games.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
February 27, 2025(1 event)

3:00 pm: Commissioner Clyde Church Ofc Hrs

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February 27, 2025

LOGO: La Plata County, Colorado, Accountability, Integrity, Respect. Commissioner Clyde Church. Stop by for an informal meeting to discuss County issues that matter to you! STOP BY! Community Office Hours, Thursday, February 27, 3-5 pm, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140 Hesperus

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
February 28, 2025
March 1, 2025
March 2, 2025
March 3, 2025
March 4, 2025(1 event)

3:00 pm: Technology Tuesdays

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March 4, 2025

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 3-5 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 5, 2025(1 event)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


March 5, 2025

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Wednesdays at 2 pm, Sept 4-April 30. 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 simple stores and lots of interactive fun including songs, rhymes, and simple 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

Parents & caregivers, bring your wee ones, ages 2-4, for stories, songs, and games.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 6, 2025
March 7, 2025
March 8, 2025(1 event)

12:00 pm: Dragons in the Library (D&D)

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March 8, 2025

Dragons in the Library, Saturday, March 8th at noon. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, ages 13-18

Are you interested in Dungeons & Dragons or other table top role playing games (TTRPGs)? Join us on March 8th at noon for a one session adventure! Bring your imagination and a friend.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 9, 2025
March 10, 2025
March 11, 2025(1 event)

3:00 pm: Technology Tuesdays

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March 11, 2025

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 3-5 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 12, 2025(3 events)

2:00 pm: Growing Readers Together


March 12, 2025

Growing Readers Together, Kindergarten Readiness Workshops at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. The Early Childhood Council of La Plata County and Fort Lewis Mesa Library present a 6-part series of free workshops for parents/caregivers and their preschool age children. The workshops focus on key categories of kindergarten readiness with activities that support growth in early literacy, math, as well as motor and social emotional skills. Each child will receive a free book and other supplies to help support their readiness to thrive in school. Meet at 2pm on these dates. To get the most out of these workshops attendance is encouraged at all sessions. Sep 11-You & Me: Social Emotional Development-Playing. Oct 9-A Way With Words: Early Language-Talking and Singing. Nov 13-Breaking the Code: Early Literacy-Reading. Feb 12-1,2 Buckle My Show: Early Math. Mar 12-More Than Scribbles: Warly Writing-Fine Motor Skills. Apr 9-All By Myself: Gross Motor Skills & Independence. For more information contact cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 (970) 375-3816

Growing Readers Together, Kindergarten Readiness Workshops

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


March 12, 2025

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Wednesdays at 2 pm, Sept 4-April 30. 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 simple stores and lots of interactive fun including songs, rhymes, and simple 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

Parents & caregivers, bring your wee ones, ages 2-4, for stories, songs, and games.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

3:00 pm: FLM Book Club

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March 12, 2025

A pile of colorful books with the text "Fort Lewis Mesa Book Club, Now on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 3-5 pm

2025 MONTHLY BOOKS

Jan 8: Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby Van Pelt
Feb 12: West With Giraffes, by Lynda Rutledge
Mar 12: Finding Chika, by Mitch Album
Apr 9: The Ride of Her Life, by Elizabeth Letts
May 14: James, by Percival Everett
Jun 11: The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying, by Bronnie Ware
JUL 9: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, by Lisa See
Aug 13:Summer Break - No Book Club
Sep 10: The Women, by Kristin Hannah
Oct 8: Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Nov 12: TBD
Dec 10: Holiday Party

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 13, 2025
March 14, 2025
March 15, 2025
March 16, 2025
March 17, 2025(2 events)

Bring in Peep-o-Rama's

March 17, 2025 – March 22, 2025

Bring your Peep-O-Ramas in this week!


Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

Open 10 - 7

March 17, 2025 – March 21, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 18, 2025(3 events)

Bring in Peep-o-Rama's

March 17, 2025 – March 22, 2025

Bring your Peep-O-Ramas in this week!


Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

Open 10 - 7

March 17, 2025 – March 21, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

3:00 pm: Technology Tuesdays

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March 18, 2025

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 3-5 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 19, 2025(2 events)

Bring in Peep-o-Rama's

March 17, 2025 – March 22, 2025

Bring your Peep-O-Ramas in this week!


Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

Open 10 - 7

March 17, 2025 – March 21, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 20, 2025(3 events)

Bring in Peep-o-Rama's

March 17, 2025 – March 22, 2025

Bring your Peep-O-Ramas in this week!


Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

Open 10 - 7

March 17, 2025 – March 21, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

3:00 pm: County Commissioner Office Hours

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March 20, 2025

County Commissioner Clyde Church will host Community Office Hours at Fort Lewis Mesa Library Thursday, March 20 from 3-5 pm.
LOGO: La Plata County, Colorado, Accountability, Integrity, Respect. Commissioner Clyde Church. Stop by for an informal meeting to discuss County issues that matter to you! Community Office Hours, Thursday, March 20, 3-5 pm, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140 Hesperus

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 21, 2025(2 events)

Bring in Peep-o-Rama's

March 17, 2025 – March 22, 2025

Bring your Peep-O-Ramas in this week!


Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

Open 10 - 7

March 17, 2025 – March 21, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 22, 2025(1 event)

Bring in Peep-o-Rama's

March 17, 2025 – March 22, 2025

Bring your Peep-O-Ramas in this week!


Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 23, 2025
March 24, 2025
March 25, 2025(3 events)

Vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama

March 25, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Stop in to vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama between March 25 and 29!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

3:00 pm: Technology Tuesdays

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March 25, 2025

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 3-5 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

6:00 pm: Navigating Digital Resources

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March 25, 2025

SW La Plata Library District Speaker Series, Compass Points: Navigating Community Resources

Navigating Digital Safety. Investigator Kyser from the La Plata County Sheriff's Office will discuss digital and phone scams and how to protect yourself.
For questions, contact flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Southwest La Plata Library District (970) 375-3816 www.swlplibrarydistict.org

SW La Plata Library District Speaker Series, Compass Points: Navigating Community Resources. Navigating Digital Safety. Investigator Kyser from the La Plata County Sheriff's Office will discuss digital and phone scams and how to protect yourself. March 19, 6-7 pm at Sunnyside Library 75 CR 218, Durango, CO. For questions, contact sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. March 25, 6-7 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Hwy 140, Hesperus CO. For questions, contact flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Southwest La Plata Library District (970) 375-3816 www.swlplibrarydistict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 26, 2025(2 events)

Vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama

March 25, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Stop in to vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama between March 25 and 29!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


March 26, 2025

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Wednesdays at 2 pm, Sept 4-April 30. 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 simple stores and lots of interactive fun including songs, rhymes, and simple 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

Parents & caregivers, bring your wee ones, ages 2-4, for stories, songs, and games.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 27, 2025(1 event)

Vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama

March 25, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Stop in to vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama between March 25 and 29!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 28, 2025(1 event)

Vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama

March 25, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Stop in to vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama between March 25 and 29!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 29, 2025(2 events)

Vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama

March 25, 2025 – March 29, 2025

Stop in to vote for your favorite Peep-o-Rama between March 25 and 29!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Great Peep-o- Rama Challenge. Create an imaginative diorama featuring spring's favorite marshmallow characters. Registration opens March 1. One pkg of peeps per entry (available 3/10, while supplies last). Bring PEEP-o-Rama to the Library between March 17 - 24. Vote between March 25 and 29.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location

10:00 am: Won't You Be My Neighbor Day

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March 29, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Won't You Be My Neighbor Day!
Celebrate Mister Rogers' Birthday with us!
Join us for fun activities, a free lunch (while supplies last), sign up for door prizes, and get to know the people, businesses, and organizations in your neighborhood!

EXHIBITOR SPACE STILL AVAILABLE!
Contact cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org for a registration form or more information.

Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Won't You Be My Neighbor Day! Celebrate Mister Rogers' Birthday with us! Join us for fun activities, a free lunch (while supplies last), sign up for door prizes, and get to know the people, businesses, and organizations in your neighborhood! EXHIBITOR SPACE STILL AVAILABLE! Contact Cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org for more information.

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
March 30, 2025
March 31, 2025
April 1, 2025(1 event)

3:00 pm: Technology Tuesdays

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April 1, 2025

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 3-5 pm by appointment. Call (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 or email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org to schedule a time. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 2, 2025(1 event)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


April 2, 2025

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Wednesdays at 2 pm, Sept 4-April 30. 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 simple stores and lots of interactive fun including songs, rhymes, and simple 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

Parents & caregivers, bring your wee ones, ages 2-4, for stories, songs, and games.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 3, 2025(1 event)

6:00 pm: Poetry Workshops

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April 3, 2025

Free Poetry Workshops with local poet Barnabas Smith

Apr 3
Intro to Poetry, What is a poem? How do you write one?

Apr 10
Poetry Storytelling, Tell a story with style and rhythm.

Apr 17
The American Sonnet, A poetic classic updated for today.

Apr 24
Open Poetry Reading on

Free Poetry Workshops with local poet Barnabas Smith. Apr 3-Intro to Poetry, 6 pm, What is a poem? How do you write one?.Apr 10 - Poetry Storytelling, 6 pm, Tell a story with style and rhythm. Apr 17 - the AMerican Sonnet, 6 pm, A poetic classic updated for today. Open Poetry Reading on Apr 24 at 6 pm. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Hesperus, CO 81326

Poetry Workshops

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 4, 2025
April 5, 2025