Welcome to Sunnyside Library!

Balloon animals for all!

Ruby Balloon creates animals for our readers.

Children enjoy summer reading activities outdoors.

Afterschool Fun

Kids playing with magnet blocks at Sunnyside Community Library

The Sunnyside Library is located inside the beautiful Sunnyside Elementary School. We serve the children, faculty, and staff of Sunnyside School as well as the public.

Hours:
Monday through Friday, 3 – 7 pm
Saturday (begins Sept 9) 10 am – 2 pm

Come and see us!

Call if you have questions!

Sunnyside Library
75 County Road 218
Durango, CO 81303

PH: 970-375-3816

Curbside service is available, please call 970-375-3816 or send a request via our contact page.

Sunnyside Library Catalog

Wee Read Toddler Story Time. Tuesdays at 11 am, Sept 3-April 29. 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

Growing Readers Together, Kindergarten Readiness Workshops at Sunnyside Library. The Early Childhood Council of La Plata County and Sunnyside Library present a 6-part series of free workshops for parents/caregivers and their preschool age children. The workshops focus on key categories of kindergarten readiness with activities that support growth in early literacy, math, as well as motor and social emotional skills. Each child will receive a free book and other supplies to help support their readiness to thrive in school. Meet at 2pm on these dates. To get the most out of these workshops attendance is encouraged at all sessions. Sep 17-You & Me: Social Emotional Development-Playing. Oct 8-A Way With Words: Early Language-Talking and Singing. Nov 12-Breaking the Code: Early Literacy-Reading. Feb 11-1,2 Buckle My Show: Early Math. Mar 11-More Than Scribbles: Warly Writing-Fine Motor Skills. Apr 8-All By Myself: Gross Motor Skills & Independence. For more information contact patty@swlplibrarydistrict.org, 75 County Road 218, Durango, CO 81303 (970) 375-3816, ext. 2

2nd Annual Fall Harvest Dinner, Friday, October 11, 2024, 5-7 pm. Lets gather and celebrate the harvest! Southwest La Plata Library District’s Sunnyside Library invites you and your family to join us for a LOADED potato bar with all the fixins, and delicious dessert! Food available while supplies last. Get your ideas ready for the Scarecrow Contest! Bring your own materials if you like. Bring your own lawn chairs or picnic blanket, and dress for the weather. In the event of rain, we will be indoors.

HomesFund, Serving Southwest Colorado. A 501(c)3 Not-for-Proﬁt Certﬁed Community Development Financial Institution & HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Agency. HOMESFUND, A LOCAL NONPROFIT, CAN MAKE YOUR HOMEOWNERSHIP DREAMS A REALITY! Come Learn About What We Have to Oﬀer! Presentations are at the two branches of the SW La Plata Library District as part of the Speaker Series Compass Points: Navigating Community Resources. Tuesday, October 15th, Sunnyside Library, 75 CR 218, Durango
6-7pm. OR Tuesday, October 22nd, Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Hwy 140, Hesperus. 6-7pm.
Many HomesFund Loan Programs are
Available for Qualiﬁed Borrowers Loan size based on Household Size and Income. Visit our website for more information, terms and an application. www.homesfund.org email - info@homesfund.org
or Call: 970-259-1418
Sharon Carroll NMLS #276353 Matt Morishige NMLS# 453733. Equal Housing Lender

SW LA PLATA LIBRARY DISTRICT SPEAKER SERIES COMPASS POINTS: Navigating Community Resources. NAVIGATING HOME OWNERSHIP October 15, 6 pm at Sunnyside Library. October 22, 6 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Pam Moore of Homesfund will discuss programs and services, including down payment assistance, that help make home ownership achievable. NAVIGATING MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT November 12, 6 pm at Sunnyside Library, November 14, 6 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Kaylie Smith of Durango La Plata Senior Services will present information about Medicare Part D options available during Medicare open enrollment, October 15 -December 7. NAVIGATING HEALTH INSURANCE OPEN ENROLLMENT December 5, 6 pm at Fort Lewis Mesa Library, December 10, 6 pm at Sunnyside Library. Emma Tomlinson of the La Plata County Public Health Dept. will present information about Connect For Health CO (ACA), Colorado Connect, Medicaid, and CHP+. For more information, contact Cynthia at ssmanager@swlplibrarydistrict.org, or call 970-375-3816.

WE NEED YOU! Vacancies on the Southwest La Plata Library District Board. The Southwest La Plata Library District Board of Trustee's mission is to oversee the administration and fiscal resources of the Library District. We bring together resources, services, and expertise to inspire our residents of all ages to read, explore, ask, and discover. Deadline to apply is 10/21/24. To apply, please visit the county's webpage at: http://lpcgov.org/apply

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Board recruitment poster

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a library card?

Please bring a photo ID and proof of address. Library cards are free. We also have Courtesy Cards for those without a physical address or who will be in our area for an extended stay.

What is our overdue fines policy?

We do not charge fines. Patrons are only charged the replacement cost for lost or damaged items.

How many items can I check out?

Enough

Do you have a computer I can use?

Yes, we have a public workstation for patron use.

Can I scan or print at the library?

Yes, however there is a ten cent per page charge to cover the cost of ink and paper.

Is there wi-fi access?

Yes!

Can we come hang out at the library?

Of course. Please come browse, use computers, use your own electronic devices, read, play with the Legos, puppets, train, or board games.

What is there for my children to do at the library?

In addition to books to read, we have puppets, wooden blocks, a wooden train, Lego table, board game and jigsaw puzzles to use.

Are there any special programs?

During the school year, we have Storytime every Wednesday at 2:30.

We read several books on a theme and then do a related craft or activity.

In the summer, the library sponsors the Summer Reading Program.

We host the Ornament Extravaganza in December.

This is a make-and-take community drop-in event.

We hope to add more adult and family programs in the upcoming months.

Can I donate books?

Yes! Please see the Friends of the Library page for specific guidelines.

Books may be dropped off at the library.

Is inter-library loan service available?

Yes. The 127 member libraries of AspenCat participate in resource sharing. We can place the request for you or you can do it yourself using the online catalog.

Are books the only thing I can check out?

No. We have DVD’s, audio books, puppets, Launchpads, Busy Boxes and State Park passes!

Do you have eBooks and audiobooks?

Yes. Easy peasy. Download the app and the resources can be accessed from our online catalog.