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

Calendar and Events

Week of Oct 12th

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October 12, 2025
October 13, 2025
October 14, 2025(2 events)

10:00 am: Kindergarten Readiness

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October 14, 2025

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
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10:00 am: Wee Read Toddler Story Time


October 14, 2025

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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October 15, 2025(1 event)

2:30 pm: STEAMsters Maker Club

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October 15, 2025

Fort Lewis Mesa Library STEAMsters Maker Club for grades 2-5, Wednesdays 2:30-4 pm, at the FLME Maker Lab. A different STEAM theme each month! Registration Required. for more info email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1. www.swlplibrarydistrict.org

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 16, 2025(1 event)

3:00 pm: Craft & Connect

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October 16, 2025

Bring your project and create while connecting with other creative people.

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Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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October 17, 2025(1 event)
October 18, 2025(1 event)

5:00 pm: 3rd Annual Harvest Dinner

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October 18, 2025

You’re Invited to Celebrate our 5th Anniversary at Fort Lewis Mesa's 3rd Annual Harvest Dinner, Sat, Oct 18, 2025, 5 - 7 PM. Let’s celebrate Southwest La Plata Library District’s 5 Year Anniversary with free food (while supplies last), Games, Scarecrow Contest, & Community Harvest Table. FREE meal includes pulled pork sandwiches, cole slaw, chips, & dessert (while supplies last). Bring your own seating and dress for cool weather. Bring your garden surplus to share with your neighbors! Prepare for the 3 Annual Scarecrow Contest and bring your own materials if you wish to bump it up a notch. The scarecrows will deck the Storywalk for the October 25 Haunted Trail & Dryside Halloween Trot! In case of inclement weather, we celebrate in the gym! QUESTIONS? EMAIL CINDY@SWLPLIBRARYDISTRICT.ORG 11274 HWY 140, HESPERUS, CO (970) 425-5610, EXT 1 WWW.SWLPLIBRARYDISTRICT.ORG

You’re Invited to Celebrate our 5th Anniversary at Fort Lewis Mesa

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