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

Calendar and Events

Events in October 2026

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September 27, 2026
September 28, 2026 (1 event)

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September 28, 2026

Advanced Medical Directives and Simple Wills Legal Presentation. Presented by attorneys Tracy J. Cross and Falon C. McGinty. September 28th 5:30PM-7:00PM. Durango Public Library or via Zoom. Location: Durango Public Library, 1900 E. 3rd Ave., Durango, CO 81301. Zoom Info at QR Code. Contact Us: 970-247-0266 coloradolegalservices.org Location: Zoom info: September 28th 5:30PM - 7:

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
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September 29, 2026 (2 events)


September 29, 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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September 29, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library STEAMsters Maker Club for grades 2-5 at the FLME Maker Lab. Registration required. STEAMsters Maker Club registration. Please return to Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Name: ___ Grade:___ Parent/Guardian: _ Phone: ___ Email: ____ Who will pick up child: _____ For more info 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
September 30, 2026 (2 events)

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September 30, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Sew Cool Upcycle Clubs, Wednesdays, beginning Sept 16 in the Maker Lab ADULTS: 3-4:30 TEENS: 4:30-6 An informal meet-up for creative teens & adults who wish to upcycle/re-make clothing, toys, games, decorative arts, and more! Bring your own item or use our materials and machines. For more information, email Cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 970-425-5610, Ext. 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register online here:

QR-code for Sew Cool Registration - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ceO0JsHyaovS0a4Zkm4SB-4Xhl-IrT-NomVvwoxEG0E/

 

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

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October 1, 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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October 2, 2026 (1 event)


October 2, 2026

Table Top Game Society For 6th to 12th Graders, Every Friday at 5 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Play games. Mane new friends. Forge new rivalries. Eat snacks. Our featured game will be Dungeons & Dragons with some occasional detours into others. Come for games, leave with stories to tell! Fort Lewis Mesa Library, Southwest La Plata Library district 11274 Colorado Hwy. 140 Hesperus,. Colorado, 81326 (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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October 3, 2026
October 4, 2026
October 5, 2026 (1 event)

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October 5, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Aft for kids in grades 3-5, homeschoolers welcomed. 1st Monday of the month, 1:30-2:30 pm Get a Book Club book to read at home, Bring it back to the next meeting to discuss and with our friends! Name: Grade: Parent/Guardian: Phone: Email: Who will pick up child? Email: cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 1 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 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 6, 2026 (2 events)


October 6, 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

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October 6, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library STEAMsters Maker Club for grades 2-5 at the FLME Maker Lab. Registration required. STEAMsters Maker Club registration. Please return to Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Name: ___ Grade:___ Parent/Guardian: _ Phone: ___ Email: ____ Who will pick up child: _____ For more info 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
October 7, 2026 (2 events)

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October 7, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Sew Cool Upcycle Clubs, Wednesdays, beginning Sept 16 in the Maker Lab ADULTS: 3-4:30 TEENS: 4:30-6 An informal meet-up for creative teens & adults who wish to upcycle/re-make clothing, toys, games, decorative arts, and more! Bring your own item or use our materials and machines. For more information, email Cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 970-425-5610, Ext. 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register online here:

QR-code for Sew Cool Registration - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ceO0JsHyaovS0a4Zkm4SB-4Xhl-IrT-NomVvwoxEG0E/

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 8, 2026 (1 event)

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October 8, 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
October 9, 2026 (1 event)
October 10, 2026
October 11, 2026
October 12, 2026 (1 event)
October 13, 2026 (2 events)


October 13, 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

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October 13, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library STEAMsters Maker Club for grades 2-5 at the FLME Maker Lab. Registration required. STEAMsters Maker Club registration. Please return to Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Name: ___ Grade:___ Parent/Guardian: _ Phone: ___ Email: ____ Who will pick up child: _____ For more info 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
October 14, 2026 (3 events)


October 14, 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
View Location

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October 14, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Sew Cool Upcycle Clubs, Wednesdays, beginning Sept 16 in the Maker Lab ADULTS: 3-4:30 TEENS: 4:30-6 An informal meet-up for creative teens & adults who wish to upcycle/re-make clothing, toys, games, decorative arts, and more! Bring your own item or use our materials and machines. For more information, email Cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 970-425-5610, Ext. 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register online here:

QR-code for Sew Cool Registration - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ceO0JsHyaovS0a4Zkm4SB-4Xhl-IrT-NomVvwoxEG0E/

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 15, 2026 (1 event)

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October 15, 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
October 16, 2026 (1 event)
October 17, 2026 (1 event)

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October 17, 2026

ANNUAL FALL HARVEST DINNER Let’s celebrate the harvest with free food (while supplies last), Games, Scarecrow Contest, & Community Harvest Table. SAT, OCT 17, 2026, 5 - 7 PM FREE meal catered by Sunnyside Farms Market includes pulled pork, beans, Cole slaw, & 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 Annual Scarecrow Contest and bring your own materials if you wish to bump it up a notch. Or make it at home and bring it! The scarecrows will deck the Storywalk for the October 24 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

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 18, 2026
October 19, 2026
October 20, 2026 (2 events)


October 20, 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

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October 20, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library STEAMsters Maker Club for grades 2-5 at the FLME Maker Lab. Registration required. STEAMsters Maker Club registration. Please return to Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Name: ___ Grade:___ Parent/Guardian: _ Phone: ___ Email: ____ Who will pick up child: _____ For more info 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
October 21, 2026 (2 events)

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October 21, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Sew Cool Upcycle Clubs, Wednesdays, beginning Sept 16 in the Maker Lab ADULTS: 3-4:30 TEENS: 4:30-6 An informal meet-up for creative teens & adults who wish to upcycle/re-make clothing, toys, games, decorative arts, and more! Bring your own item or use our materials and machines. For more information, email Cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 970-425-5610, Ext. 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register online here:

QR-code for Sew Cool Registration - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ceO0JsHyaovS0a4Zkm4SB-4Xhl-IrT-NomVvwoxEG0E/

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 22, 2026 (2 events)

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October 22, 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

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October 22, 2026

COMMISSIONER CHAT with ELIZABETH PHILBRICK. Stop by for an informal meeting to discuss the County issues that matter to you! Community Office Hours, Thursday, October 22, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 Colorado Hwy 140

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 23, 2026 (1 event)
October 24, 2026 (1 event)

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October 24, 2026

Watch for more information.

Volunteers wanted to dress in costume and hand out treats along the Storywalk during the Haunted Trail.

Email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org for details!

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 25, 2026
October 26, 2026
October 27, 2026 (2 events)


October 27, 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

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October 27, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library STEAMsters Maker Club for grades 2-5 at the FLME Maker Lab. Registration required. STEAMsters Maker Club registration. Please return to Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Name: ___ Grade:___ Parent/Guardian: _ Phone: ___ Email: ____ Who will pick up child: _____ For more info 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
October 28, 2026 (1 event)

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October 28, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Sew Cool Upcycle Clubs, Wednesdays, beginning Sept 16 in the Maker Lab ADULTS: 3-4:30 TEENS: 4:30-6 An informal meet-up for creative teens & adults who wish to upcycle/re-make clothing, toys, games, decorative arts, and more! Bring your own item or use our materials and machines. For more information, email Cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 970-425-5610, Ext. 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register online here:

QR-code for Sew Cool Registration - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ceO0JsHyaovS0a4Zkm4SB-4Xhl-IrT-NomVvwoxEG0E/

 

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
View Location
October 29, 2026 (1 event)

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October 29, 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
October 30, 2026 (1 event)
October 31, 2026