Calendar and Events

Events in September 2026

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August 30, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 1, 2026(3 events)


September 1, 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
September 2, 2026(2 events)


September 2, 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join other players for Mah Jongg every Wednesday at 3 pm!   Beginning September 2, Mah Jongg meets at 3:15 pm.

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2
September 3, 2026(1 event)


September 3, 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
September 4, 2026(3 events)


September 4, 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
September 5, 2026(2 events)

September 5, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
September 6, 2026
September 7, 2026(2 events)

September 7, 2026

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


September 8, 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
September 9, 2026(3 events)


September 9, 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 Fortunaby 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 Breathby 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


September 9, 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join other players for Mah Jongg every Wednesday at 3 pm!   Beginning September 2, Mah Jongg meets at 3:15 pm.

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


September 10, 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


September 10, 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

September 11, 2026(3 events)


September 11, 2026

Chautauqua presentation: John Adams with Brian Fox Ellis. Friday, September 11, 2026, at Sunnyside Library. 1:30 p.m. for Sunnyside students and their families. 5:30 p.m. free for the general public C, with sign language interpretation! Chautauqua is a living history program in which performers, in costume and character, bring historic characters to life through story telling. Sunnyside Library, Southwest La PLata Library District, 75 CR 218, Durango, CO 81303, 970-425-5610, ext. 2. Southwest Colorado Humanities Roundtable. swcohumanities. orgChautauqua presentation: John Adams with Brain Fox Ellis. Presented by Southwest La Plata Library District.

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2
September 12, 2026
September 13, 2026
September 14, 2026(1 event)


September 14, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library Little Green Thumbs, Junior garden club for kids in grades K-5 2nd Monday of each month! 1:30 - 3 pm Meet in the library at 1:30! We will proceed to the Maker Club where we will work on different gardening projects each month. for more info email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 HWY 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 (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
September 15, 2026(4 events)


September 15, 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


September 15, 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
September 16, 2026(4 events)


September 16, 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

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


September 16, 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join other players for Mah Jongg every Wednesday at 3 pm!   Beginning September 2, Mah Jongg meets at 3:15 pm.

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2


September 16, 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
September 17, 2026(2 events)


September 17, 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
September 18, 2026(3 events)
September 19, 2026(1 event)


September 19, 2026

Friends of Southwest La Plata Library District Meet & Greet, Saturday, September 19, 2 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Join the Friends of Southwest La Plata Library District for a fun and informal afternoon of food, friendship, book talk, library support, and more. Learn what our "Friends" do, and how you can support our small rural libraries. Fort Lewis Mesa Library 11274 WHY 140 Hesperus, CO 81326 (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
September 20, 2026
September 21, 2026(1 event)


September 21, 2026

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, August 17, 2026 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/85438268060?pwd=R98Jan5B0ubaGvn7NEoFWacIf6Mb6t.1
Meeting ID: 854 3826 8060
Passcode: 089314
Board informational packets available upon request. Email director@swlplibrarydistrict.org.
Next SWLPLD Board Meetings: September 21, 2026, October 19, 2026
Purple Cliffs Conference Room
1305 Escalante Drive,
Suite 200
Durango, CO 81301
USA
September 22, 2026(3 events)


September 22, 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


September 22, 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
September 23, 2026(4 events)


September 23, 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

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


September 23, 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join other players for Mah Jongg every Wednesday at 3 pm!   Beginning September 2, Mah Jongg meets at 3:15 pm.

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2


September 23, 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
September 24, 2026(3 events)


September 24, 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


September 24, 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, September 24
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


September 24, 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

September 25, 2026(3 events)


September 25, 2026

Fort Lewis Mesa Library presents Books and Blankets Friday, September 25, 6 pm. Bring your own blanket and join us in the courtyard for a free meal while you celebrate reading with your family. Every family receives a free book to read together and keep! We will move to the gym in case of bad weather. For more information, email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org. 11274 HWY 140 Hesperus, CO 970-425-5610, ext. 1.

Fort Lewis Mesa Public Library
11274 Colorado State Hwy. 140
Hesperus, Colorado 81326
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 1
September 26, 2026(1 event)
September 27, 2026
September 28, 2026(2 events)


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


September 28, 2026

Sunnyside Book Club meets the 4th Monday of each month at 5:30 pm. To find out our upcoming book selections, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call (970) 425-5610, ext. 2. Sunnyside Library, Southwest La Plata Library District, 75 CR 218, Durango, CO

2026 Book Club Selections

Feb: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
March: They Persisted by Margaret Kirk
April: Sandwich by Catherine Newman
May: True Biz by Sara Novic
June: Shutter by Ramona Emerson
July: Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo-Anstine. Enjoy this Summer Reading Program common read book! Come back to talk about it and enjoy refreshments!
August:  The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson
September:  Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2
September 29, 2026(3 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


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
September 30, 2026(4 events)


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

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


September 30, 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join other players for Mah Jongg every Wednesday at 3 pm!   Beginning September 2, Mah Jongg meets at 3:15 pm.

75 County Road 218
Durango, Colorado 81301-3801
USA
(970) 425-5610 ext. 2


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
October 1, 2026(1 event)


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
October 2, 2026(3 events)
October 3, 2026