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Events in April 2025

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March 30, 2025
March 31, 2025
April 1, 2025
April 2, 2025(1 event)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


April 2, 2025

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

FLM Wee Read

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

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
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April 7, 2025(1 event)

1:45 pm: Spy Camp

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April 7, 2025

Spy Camp, Solving Clues, Learning Spy Skills.
Monday, April 7th & 14th, 1:45-3 pm
For grades K-5 at Fort Lewis Mesa Library.
For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org.

Spy Camp, Solving Clues, Learning Spy Skills. Monday, April 7th & 14th, 1:45-3 pm, For grades K-5 at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Please fill out and return this portion to sign up! Child's Name: Grade: Parent/Caregiver Name: Phone: Email: Who is authorized to pick up child:

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

2:45 pm: Little Green Thumbs

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April 8, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, junior garden club for kids in grades K-5.
Tues, April 8, 15, 22, from 2:45-4 pm.
Meet in the Library! We will learn, work, & play in the Learning Garden!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, junior garden club for kids in grades K-5. Tues, April 8, 15, 22 2:45-4 pm. Meet in the Library! We will learn, work, & play in the Learning Garden! For more info, email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Li9brary, Southwest La Plata Library District

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 9, 2025(2 events)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


April 9, 2025

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

FLM Wee Read

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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April 9, 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
April 10, 2025(1 event)

6:00 pm: Poetry Workshops

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April 10, 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

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 11, 2025(1 event)

12:00 pm: SWLPLD Strategic Plan & Development Committee of the Board of Trustees

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April 11, 2025

Strategic Plan Committee Meeting noticeNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the members of the Board of Trustees of the Southwest La Plata Library District and to the general public that the Strategic Plan and Development Committee of the Board of Directors of the Southwest La Plata Library District will hold a work session open to the public on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 12:00 pm, at Fort Lewis Mesa Library, located at 11274 CO-140, Hesperus, Colorado.

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss maintenance and improvements to SWLPLD’s Kline property.  Other library business may be discussed.

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

1:00 pm: Author Talk w McCue

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April 12, 2025

Author Talk & Book Signing with Conner McCue.
Conner McCue is the esteemed author of novels An Eight Legged Tale,
His latest work, Lo, is a testament to his remarkable storytelling skills and is sure to captivate middle, high school, and college students, as well as all fantasy fiction aficionados.

Author Talk & Book Signing with Conner McCue. Saturday, April 12, 1 pm. Conner McCue is the esteemed author of novels An Eight Legged Tale, His latest work, Lo, is a testament to his remarkable storytelling skills and is sure to captivate middle, high school, and college students, as well as all fantasy fiction aficionados. For more info, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO (970) 375-3816

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 13, 2025
April 14, 2025(1 event)

1:45 pm: Spy Camp

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April 14, 2025

Spy Camp, Solving Clues, Learning Spy Skills.
Monday, April 7th & 14th, 1:45-3 pm
For grades K-5 at Fort Lewis Mesa Library.
For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org.

Spy Camp, Solving Clues, Learning Spy Skills. Monday, April 7th & 14th, 1:45-3 pm, For grades K-5 at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. For more information email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Please fill out and return this portion to sign up! Child's Name: Grade: Parent/Caregiver Name: Phone: Email: Who is authorized to pick up child:

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 15, 2025(1 event)

2:45 pm: Little Green Thumbs

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April 15, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, junior garden club for kids in grades K-5.
Tues, April 8, 15, 22, from 2:45-4 pm.
Meet in the Library! We will learn, work, & play in the Learning Garden!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, junior garden club for kids in grades K-5. Tues, April 8, 15, 22 2:45-4 pm. Meet in the Library! We will learn, work, & play in the Learning Garden! For more info, email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Li9brary, Southwest La Plata Library District

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 16, 2025(1 event)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


April 16, 2025

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

FLM Wee Read

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 17, 2025(1 event)

6:00 pm: Poetry Workshops

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April 17, 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

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 18, 2025
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April 21, 2025(3 events)

Extended Hours 10-4

April 21, 2025

Extended Hours - No School

10 am  - 4 pm

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

1:00 pm: Butterfly in the Sky Earth Day Celebration

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April 21, 2025

Fort Lewis Library presents the "Butterfly in the Sky" Series, featuring "Jack, the Seal and the Sea" English adaptation by Joanne Fink.
All ages are welcomed.
Enjoy an episode of Reading Rainbow, then create a masterpiece out of recycled materials as we celebrate Earth Day!
Fort Lewis Library presents the "Butterfly in the Sky" Series, Monday, April 21 @ 1 pm. Featuring "Jack, the Seal and the Sea" English adaptation by Joanne Fink. All ages are welcomed. Enjoy an episode of Reading Rainbow, then create a masterpiece out of recycled materials as we celebrate Earth Day! For more information, contact cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org. 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 PH 970.375.3816, ext 1. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

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

4:00 pm: Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

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April 21, 2025

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE SOUTHWEST LA PLATA LIBRARY DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the members of the Board of Trustees of the Southwest La Plata Library District and to the general public that the Board of Trustees of the Southwest La Plata Library District will hold a regular meeting open to the public at 4:00PM, Monday, April 21, with the in-person portion of the meeting to be in the Purple Cliffs Conference Room at 1305 Escalante Drive, Suite 200, Durango, CO 81301 and via conference connection to accommodate remote attendance using the following to connect to the meeting:

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84961431347?pwd=RmdBYnM2bkZUS2lmK2FZNUFhNHVhdz0 9
Meeting ID: 849 6143 1347
Passcode: 501571

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Purple Cliffs Conference Room
1305 Escalante Drive,
Suite 200
Durango, CO 81301
USA
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April 22, 2025(4 events)

12:00 pm: Technology Tuesday

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April 22, 2025

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

Technology Tuesday

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

2:30 pm: SWLPLD Board Work Meeting

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April 22, 2025

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE SOUTHWEST LA PLATA LIBRARY DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the members of the Board of Trustees of the
Southwest La Plata Library District and to the general public that the Board
of Trustees of the Southwest La Plata Library District will hold a special work
meeting open to the public on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 2:30 pm at the
SWLPLD Kline Property, 353 CR 122 Hesperus, CO 81326.

2:45 pm: Little Green Thumbs

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April 22, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, junior garden club for kids in grades K-5.
Tues, April 8, 15, 22, from 2:45-4 pm.
Meet in the Library! We will learn, work, & play in the Learning Garden!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, junior garden club for kids in grades K-5. Tues, April 8, 15, 22 2:45-4 pm. Meet in the Library! We will learn, work, & play in the Learning Garden! For more info, email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Li9brary, Southwest La Plata Library District

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 Wildfire Season

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April 22, 2025

SW La Plata Library District Speaker Series, Compass Points: Navigating Community Resources. Navigating Wildfire Season, April 22, 6 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO. For questions, contact flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.orgIt is shaping up to be another scary, dry summer. Do you know how to prepare for the upcoming wildfire season? Captain Luke Reitz from the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District will discuss: • How to prepare your home and property for wildfire season. • Tips on fire mitigation to protect your neighborhood. • Understanding the Open Burn Protocol -what's allowed and when. • Exploring family emergency planning & evacuation readiness. (970) 375-3816, ext. 1 www.swlplibrarydistict.org

April 22 Compass Points

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 23, 2025(1 event)

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


April 23, 2025

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

FLM Wee Read

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 375-3816 ext. 1
View Location
April 24, 2025(1 event)

6:00 pm: Poetry Workshops

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April 24, 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

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 25, 2025
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April 29, 2025(1 event)

12:00 pm: Technology Tuesday

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April 29, 2025

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

Technology Tuesday

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

2:00 pm: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


April 30, 2025

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

FLM Wee Read

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

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