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July 18, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Events

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

CreativiTEA, a meetup for crafty individuals who like to share ideas and camaraderie (and tea!) Bring a project you're working on or need help with and tap into the community of crafters for inspiration!
Knitting, Macrame, crocheting, origami, beading, embroidery or any portable craft!
Come check it out! Meets Fridays, 3-5 pm. Sign up for the email list by sending your information to flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library District

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!

Fort Lewis Mesa Library 3rd Annual Teen & Adult Summer Reading Program--Color Our World! Join us for a colorful summer of reading and creativity! Read! Play Bingo! Win Prizes! Stop by to pick up a bingo card. Get 5 in a row for a prize entry or get a black out for 5 entries. Kick Off Party, June 7, 2 pm. Wrap Up Party, July 26, 2 pm. for 6th to 12th graders Table Top Game Society, Every Friday at 1 pm, starting June 6. Stay tuned for other teen events! Summer hours begin June 1st Monday to Friday 10a - 7p, Saturday 10a - 4p. 11274 Colorado Hwy. 140 Hesperus, CO, 81326 (970) 375-3816 ext. 1

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.

The Poets' Corner at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Come share your poetry or poems written by others that have impacted you. Join discussions about style, themes, and other poetic topics. Meets the fourth Thursday of every month at 6pm. May 22, June 26, July 24, Aug 28, Sep 25, Oct 23. This an 18+ event due to content and discussion topics. 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 (970) 375-3816, ext. 1

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 Alzheimer's. Tuesday, July 8, 6 pm at Sunnyside Library 75 CR 218, Durango, CO For questions, contact sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Tuesday, July 22, 6 pm at Ft Lewis Mesa Library 11274 CO Hwy 140, Hesperus, CO For questions, contact flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org An introduction to Alzheimer’s that includes the essential information on dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, brain health, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. This will be a live presentation via Zoom. It will be broadcast in the library, or you can register to watch from home at https://alz-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/SIXM1fEETkSAMDdpXzOsPw.

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Sunnyside Library Events

CreativiTEA. A Meet up for crafty individuals who like to share ideas and camaraderie (and tea!) Bring a project you're working on or need help with and tap into the community of crafters for inspiration! Knitting, origami, macrame, beading, crocheting, embroidery or any portable craft! Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 3:30 - 5:30 pm (or until the library closes at 7 if you're in the groove) Sign up for the email list by sending your contact information to sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org. Sunnyside Library, Southwest La Plata Library District, 75 CR 218, Durango, CO. (970) 375-3816, ext 2

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Tuesdays at 11 am. 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 patty@swlplibrarydistrict.org. 75 County Road 218, Durango, CO 81303 (970) 375-3816, ext. 2

Color Our World Summer Reading Program, Wednesdays at 10am, June 4-July 16 at Sunnyside Library. Activities, crafts, books and prizes for kids through age 12!Come to one or all of our programs! June 4: Dying for a Good time (please bring your own white t-shirt) June 11: Sun Catchers June 18: Nature's Flying Crayons June 25: Chalk-tastic Colors July 2: Kindness Rocks! July 9: Eat the Rainbow July 16: Messtival Messy Art Festival For more information and all the latest library news, follow us at Facebook.com/Sunnyside Library-Durango, CO or email questions to patty@swlplibrarydistrict.org

Sunnyside Library Book Club, MEETS THE 4 TH MONDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 5:30 PM May 19: ( 3rd Mon. due to Memorial Day) "Framed" by John Grisham June 23: "Running with Sherman" by Christopher McDougall July 28: "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore Questions? Contact sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org Southwest La Plata Library District, 75 CR 218, Durango, CO (970)375-3816, ext. 2

Poster saying Sunnyside Library Trivia Night, Tuesday, July 29, 5:30-7 pm. Test your knowledge of the wonderful world of The Wizard of Oz!
Movie Night, Friday, August 1, 7:30 pm
Bring the family for an outdoor showing of the 1939 classic "The Wizard of Oz" on the Sunnyside lawn (or indoors for inclement weather). Snacks provided but please bring chairs and blankets. Costumes encouraged! Sunnyside Library, Southwest La Plata Library District 75 CR 218, Durango, CO (970) 375-3816, ext 2
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images of a dragon and wizard with explosions behind them. Saying: Sunnyside Library D&D Club. Meets on the 4th Saturday, 12-3 pm. 75 County Road 218, Durango, CO 81303. Open to all ages. No prior experience or materials necessary! Open to beginner and experienced players alike! Please call 970-375-3816, ext 2, or email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org if you have any specific questions.

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)375-3816, ext. 2 www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Tech Tuesdays at at Sunnyside Library. Need help understanding your phone, tablet, or laptop? A tech-savvy staff member will be available to assist you Every Tuesday 10 am - 2 pm. Walk-ins welcome, or schedule an appointment at sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or at (970)375-3816, ext. 2 Sunnyside Library, Southwest La Plata Library District. 75 CR 218, Durango, CO www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

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