Fort Lewis Mesa Library – Hesperus, CO
Sunnyside Library – Durango, CO
(970) 425-5610

Calendar and Events

Events in February 2026

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
February 1, 2026(1 event)

2:00 pm: Souper Bowl FUND-Day

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February 1, 2026

The Friends of SWLPLD will host a fundraiser to support Southwest La Plata Library District's two rural branches - Fort Lewis Mesa and Sunnyside Libraries. Please join us as we enjoy delicious soups, breads, desserts, beverages, a silent auction, and friendship.

Friends of Southwest La Plata Library District Souper Bowl Fund-day. A fundraiser for Southwest La Plata Library District, Sunday, February 1, 2-5 pm, Breen Community Building, Hesperus. Silent Auction! $25 per person - includes soups, breads, desserts, & beverages. Silent Auction Donations appreciated! Please contact cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org with questions or donations, or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1

Breen Community Building
15300 State Highway 140
Breen, Colorado 81326
USA
February 2, 2026(1 event)
February 3, 2026(3 events)

10:00 am: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


February 3, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Wee Read & Move, Tuesdays at 10 am. Learning through stories, music, & movement. Wee Read & Move is a half-hour program for children ages 2-4 and their adults. The program will inspire preschoolers to learn, move, sing, and play in a fun and supportive environment. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District. 11274 HWY 140 Hesperus, CO 81326. 970.425.5610, ext. 1. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org. For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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2:30 pm: STEAMsters Maker Club

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February 3, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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February 4, 2026(1 event)
February 5, 2026(1 event)

1:00 pm: Tai Chi for all

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February 5, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District, Tai Chi for all. Video Guided. Begins Feb 5. Thursdays at 1 pm, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO. Free. All levels welcomed. No experience necessary. Registration in advance is required. For questions or to register, please email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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February 6, 2026(1 event)
February 7, 2026
February 8, 2026
February 9, 2026(1 event)

6:30 pm: *ASL 101 Beginner Class

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February 9, 2026

* Registration required.
Cost: $100
Mondays at 6:30 with instructor Jim Martin
To register: Call or stop by the Library, or email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2
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February 10, 2026(3 events)

10:00 am: Kindergarten Readiness

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February 10, 2026

Kindergarten Readiness at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Children who are ready for kindergarten are more likely to excel academically throughout their school years, as they have the necessary foundational skills and a positive attitude towards learning. Join us for these fun sessions! Tues, Sept 9, 10AM: You and Me -Social Emotional Development & Play Skills. Tues, Oct. 14, 10AM: A Way with Words - Early Language Development. Tues, Nov. 11, 10AM: Break the Code - Early Literacy. Tues, Feb. 10, 10AM: 1,2 Buckle My Shoe - Early Math Skills. Tues, Mar 10, 10AM: More Than Scribbles - Early Writing & Fine Motor Skills. Tues, April 14, 10AM: All By Myself - Gross Motor Skills & Independence. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District logo (970) 425-5610, ext. 1

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location

2:30 pm: STEAMsters Maker Club

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February 10, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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February 11, 2026(2 events)

3:00 pm: FLM Book Club


February 11, 2026

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

2026 MONTHLY BOOKS

Jan 4: The Owl in Monument Canyon, by H Jackson Clark
Feb 11: The Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Salinger
Mar 11: Crow Talk, by Eileen Garvin
Apr 8: The Rosie Project, by Graeme Simsion
May 13: The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna, by Juliet Grames
Jun 10: The Invention of Wings, by Sue Monk Kidd
Jul 8: The Book Club for Troublesome Women, by Marie Bostwick
Aug: Summer Break - No Book Club
Sep 9: To Shape a Dragon’s Breath, by Moniquill Blackgoose
Oct 14: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, by Jamie Ford
Nov 11: Our Souls at Night, by Kent Haruf
Dec: Holiday Party, TBA

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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February 12, 2026(3 events)

1:00 pm: Tai Chi for all

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February 12, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District, Tai Chi for all. Video Guided. Begins Feb 5. Thursdays at 1 pm, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO. Free. All levels welcomed. No experience necessary. Registration in advance is required. For questions or to register, please email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location

4:00 pm: Commissioner Chat with Elizabeth Philbrick

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February 12, 2026

Come and share your concerns, suggestions, or opinions during County Commissioner Philbrick's office hours at Fort Lewis Mesa Library.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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5:30 pm: Spanish Conversation Hour


February 12, 2026

SPANISH CONVERSATION HOUR, HORA DE CONVERSACl6N EN ESPANOL Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at Sunnyside Library S:30-6:30 pm. ALL LEVELS OF ABILITY ARE WELCOME! THIS IS A CASUAL GATHERING TO DEVELOP SPANISH CONVERSATIONAL SKILLS. Sunnyside Library, Southwest La Plata Library District 75 County Rd 218, Durango, co (970) 425-5610, ext. 2 www.swlplibrarydistrict.org
February 13, 2026(1 event)

5:00 pm: Family Date Night

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February 13, 2026

Family Date Night, Friday, February 13, 5-6:30 pm. Make it a date! Show your family some love this Valentine's Eve and come to Fort Lewis Mesa library for a free meal and showing of "Paddington 2" (Rated PG). www.swlplibrarydistrict.org. For questions, email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1 Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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February 14, 2026
February 15, 2026
February 16, 2026(1 event)
February 17, 2026(3 events)

10:00 am: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


February 17, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Wee Read & Move, Tuesdays at 10 am. Learning through stories, music, & movement. Wee Read & Move is a half-hour program for children ages 2-4 and their adults. The program will inspire preschoolers to learn, move, sing, and play in a fun and supportive environment. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District. 11274 HWY 140 Hesperus, CO 81326. 970.425.5610, ext. 1. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org. For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location

2:30 pm: STEAMsters Maker Club

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February 17, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
February 18, 2026(1 event)
February 19, 2026(1 event)

1:00 pm: Tai Chi for all

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February 19, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District, Tai Chi for all. Video Guided. Begins Feb 5. Thursdays at 1 pm, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO. Free. All levels welcomed. No experience necessary. Registration in advance is required. For questions or to register, please email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
February 20, 2026(1 event)
February 21, 2026
February 22, 2026
February 23, 2026(1 event)

6:30 pm: *ASL 101 Beginner Class

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February 23, 2026

* Registration required.
Cost: $100
Mondays at 6:30 with instructor Jim Martin
To register: Call or stop by the Library, or email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2
View Location
February 24, 2026(3 events)

10:00 am: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


February 24, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Wee Read & Move, Tuesdays at 10 am. Learning through stories, music, & movement. Wee Read & Move is a half-hour program for children ages 2-4 and their adults. The program will inspire preschoolers to learn, move, sing, and play in a fun and supportive environment. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District. 11274 HWY 140 Hesperus, CO 81326. 970.425.5610, ext. 1. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org. For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location

2:30 pm: STEAMsters Maker Club

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February 24, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
February 25, 2026(1 event)
February 26, 2026(2 events)

1:00 pm: Tai Chi for all

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February 26, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District, Tai Chi for all. Video Guided. Begins Feb 5. Thursdays at 1 pm, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO. Free. All levels welcomed. No experience necessary. Registration in advance is required. For questions or to register, please email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location

5:30 pm: Spanish Conversation Hour


February 26, 2026

SPANISH CONVERSATION HOUR, HORA DE CONVERSACl6N EN ESPANOL Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at Sunnyside Library S:30-6:30 pm. ALL LEVELS OF ABILITY ARE WELCOME! THIS IS A CASUAL GATHERING TO DEVELOP SPANISH CONVERSATIONAL SKILLS. Sunnyside Library, Southwest La Plata Library District 75 County Rd 218, Durango, co (970) 425-5610, ext. 2 www.swlplibrarydistrict.org
February 27, 2026
February 28, 2026