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Summer Reading Show: Steve Weeks2023-06-06T10:30:00Join us for a special Summer Reading Program show! Steve Weeks will present an interactive romp filled with music, humor, and games! This event is free and open to the public.
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a special Summer Reading Program show! Steve Weeks will present an interactive romp filled with music, humor, and games! This event is free and open to the public.
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Summer Reading Show: Steve Weeks2023-06-06T13:00:00Join us for a special Summer Reading Program show! Steve Weeks will present an interactive romp filled with music, humor, and games! This event is free and open to the public.
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a special Summer Reading Program show! Steve Weeks will present an interactive romp filled with music, humor, and games! This event is free and open to the public.
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Tech Tutoring (Registration Required)2023-06-06T14:00:00Need a little tech help? Questions on how to use email, Internet, basic Office apps?
Would you like to learn more about library databases and streaming services (Overdrive-Libby and Hoopla)?
Then sign up today! The library offers free 1-hr tutoring sessions with a member of our IT staff.
Please be sure to bring any account passwords (email, Amazon, etc...) that you may need so we can assist you.
Please be sure your device is fully charged or that you bring the charging cable with you.
If you don't have a device we can provide a Windows laptop or Chromebook for you.
Be sure to tell us what type of help you need so we can prepare for your session.
Be sure to tell us what type of device you are bringing to work with, phone, tablet, laptop..etc.
We can provide very limited assistance for MacBook users, please be detailed when answering the "What type of help needed" question if you will bring a MacBook for your tutoring session.
Event LocationProgram Room #3 Need a little tech help? Questions on how to use email, Internet, basic Office apps?
Would you like to learn more about library databases and streaming services (Overdrive-Libby and Hoopla)?
Then sign up today! The library offers free 1-hr tutoring sessions with a member of our IT staff.
Please be sure to bring any account passwords (email, Amazon, etc...) that you may need so we can assist you.
Please be sure your device is fully charged or that you bring the charging cable with you.
If you don't have a device we can provide a Windows laptop or Chromebook for you.
Be sure to tell us what type of help you need so we can prepare for your session.
Be sure to tell us what type of device you are bringing to work with, phone, tablet, laptop..etc.
We can provide very limited assistance for MacBook users, please be detailed when answering the "What type of help needed" question if you will bring a MacBook for your tutoring session.
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SummerTeen Zone: Yoga & Mandalas2023-06-07T14:00:00Come for a yoga class just for teens with Brooke Lederer and then make your own mandala. It will be a nice relaxing afternoon!
This will be an offering of Vinyasa (flow) yoga connecting breath to movement through sun salutations, various asanas, and pranayama (breathwork) to explore energy centers and increase awareness in the body, mind, and spirit. The class will include and weave together basic yoga principles and teachings from the yoga Sutras. This class will be designed for everyBody to come as they are and experience the safe container that can be created within our bodies moving and flowing together on our mats. Come with a willingness to learn, feel, explore, and connect through this ancient and ever evolving practice.
Bring your own mat, blanket, strap, and/or blocks, if you have them.
Event LocationProgram Room #2 Come for a yoga class just for teens with Brooke Lederer and then make your own mandala. It will be a nice relaxing afternoon!
This will be an offering of Vinyasa (flow) yoga connecting breath to movement through sun salutations, various asanas, and pranayama (breathwork) to explore energy centers and increase awareness in the body, mind, and spirit. The class will include and weave together basic yoga principles and teachings from the yoga Sutras. This class will be designed for everyBody to come as they are and experience the safe container that can be created within our bodies moving and flowing together on our mats. Come with a willingness to learn, feel, explore, and connect through this ancient and ever evolving practice.
Bring your own mat, blanket, strap, and/or blocks, if you have them.
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Yoga (for Adults!)2023-06-07T17:00:00Join us for a free yoga session, lead by Brooke Ledderer of Mountain Brooke Wellness!
This will be an offering of Vinyasa (flow) yoga connecting breath to movement through sun salutations, various asanas, and pranayama (breathwork) to explore energy centers and increase awareness in the body, mind, and spirit. The class will include and weave together basic yoga principles and teachings from the yoga Sutras.
This class will be designed for everyBody to come as they are and experience the safe container that can be created within our bodies moving and flowing together on our mats. Come with a willingness to learn, feel, explore, and connect through this ancient and ever evolving practice.
This session is for adults (ages 17+), a session for teens starts at 2 p.m.
Bring your own yoga mat/ equipment if you have it, some equipment will be provided. Baggy/ stretchy/ comfortable clothes recommeded.
Event LocationProgram Room #1 Join us for a free yoga session, lead by Brooke Ledderer of Mountain Brooke Wellness!
This will be an offering of Vinyasa (flow) yoga connecting breath to movement through sun salutations, various asanas, and pranayama (breathwork) to explore energy centers and increase awareness in the body, mind, and spirit. The class will include and weave together basic yoga principles and teachings from the yoga Sutras.
This class will be designed for everyBody to come as they are and experience the safe container that can be created within our bodies moving and flowing together on our mats. Come with a willingness to learn, feel, explore, and connect through this ancient and ever evolving practice.
This session is for adults (ages 17+), a session for teens starts at 2 p.m.
Bring your own yoga mat/ equipment if you have it, some equipment will be provided. Baggy/ stretchy/ comfortable clothes recommeded.
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Family Storytime2023-06-08T10:30:00Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
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Summer Chess Club2023-06-08T15:00:00Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
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Baby Storytime2023-06-09T10:30:00A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
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Together We Create!2023-06-09T14:00:00Come make percussion instruments from upcycled materials and then join together for some music making!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Come make percussion instruments from upcycled materials and then join together for some music making!
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Teen Night: BFF Night! (Registration Required)2023-06-09T18:00:00Bring your BFF for a fun night at the library afterhours - or make a new BFF! There will be a trivia contest, karaoke, Switch games, board games, and you can make a friendship bracelet for your BFF if you like! For teens going into grades 6-12. Everyone must register to attend!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Bring your BFF for a fun night at the library afterhours - or make a new BFF! There will be a trivia contest, karaoke, Switch games, board games, and you can make a friendship bracelet for your BFF if you like! For teens going into grades 6-12. Everyone must register to attend!
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Summer Reading Show: Mysto Magic Show2023-06-13T10:30:00Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! There will be magic, laughter, and fun with Durango's very own magician!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! There will be magic, laughter, and fun with Durango's very own magician!
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Summer Reading Show: Mysto Magic Show2023-06-13T13:00:00Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! There will be magic, laughter, and fun with Durango's very own magician!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! There will be magic, laughter, and fun with Durango's very own magician!
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Tech Tutoring (Registration Required)2023-06-13T14:00:00Need a little tech help? Questions on how to use email, Internet, basic Office apps?
Would you like to learn more about library databases and streaming services (Overdrive-Libby and Hoopla)?
Then sign up today! The library offers free 1-hr tutoring sessions with a member of our IT staff.
Please be sure to bring any account passwords (email, Amazon, etc...) that you may need so we can assist you.
Please be sure your device is fully charged or that you bring the charging cable with you.
If you don't have a device we can provide a Windows laptop or Chromebook for you.
Be sure to tell us what type of help you need so we can prepare for your session.
Be sure to tell us what type of device you are bringing to work with, phone, tablet, laptop..etc.
We can provide very limited assistance for MacBook users, please be detailed when answering the "What type of help needed" question if you will bring a MacBook for your tutoring session.
Event LocationProgram Room #3 Need a little tech help? Questions on how to use email, Internet, basic Office apps?
Would you like to learn more about library databases and streaming services (Overdrive-Libby and Hoopla)?
Then sign up today! The library offers free 1-hr tutoring sessions with a member of our IT staff.
Please be sure to bring any account passwords (email, Amazon, etc...) that you may need so we can assist you.
Please be sure your device is fully charged or that you bring the charging cable with you.
If you don't have a device we can provide a Windows laptop or Chromebook for you.
Be sure to tell us what type of help you need so we can prepare for your session.
Be sure to tell us what type of device you are bringing to work with, phone, tablet, laptop..etc.
We can provide very limited assistance for MacBook users, please be detailed when answering the "What type of help needed" question if you will bring a MacBook for your tutoring session.
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SummerTeen Zone: Kindness Rocks!2023-06-14T14:00:00Help create a set of rocks painted with messages of kindness to leave around the library or take to neighborhood parks. It will be a bit of surprise and delight for anyone who happens upon one!
Event LocationProgram Room #2 Help create a set of rocks painted with messages of kindness to leave around the library or take to neighborhood parks. It will be a bit of surprise and delight for anyone who happens upon one!
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Great Garden Series: Thinking like Nature to Help Regenerate Earth and Ourselves2023-06-14T16:30:00
Event LocationProgram Room #1
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Word Honey Poetry Workshop2023-06-14T18:00:00Join us at The Hive's indoor skatepark (1150 Main Ave. Suite A) for a free poetry workshop!
Event Location1150 Main Ave., Suite ADurango CO81301 Join us at The Hive's indoor skatepark (1150 Main Ave. Suite A) for a free poetry workshop!
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Family Storytime2023-06-15T10:30:00Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
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"Queer Writing" Book Discussion (Registration Required)2023-06-15T14:30:00Join library staff this month for their queer writing book discussion! We will be meeting at Bread Cafe (downtown location: 135 E 8th) on Thursday, June 15 at 2:30 p.m. Lunch provided!
Event Location135 E. 8th St.Durango CO81301 Join library staff this month for their queer writing book discussion! We will be meeting at Bread Cafe (downtown location: 135 E 8th) on Thursday, June 15 at 2:30 p.m. Lunch provided!
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Summer Chess Club2023-06-15T15:00:00Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
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Baby Storytime2023-06-16T10:30:00A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
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LEGO Club: Let's Build Together2023-06-16T14:00:00Drop in to build, create and play with the library's LEGO collection!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Drop in to build, create and play with the library's LEGO collection!
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Conquer Writer's Block (Registration Required)2023-06-19T17:00:00Conquer your Writer's Block with this unique workshop presented by Brooke Smith, Master Certified Life-coach Instructor and author. You will discover what is the underlying reason you aren't doing the thing you say you want to be doing, and at the same time, create ways to begin doing that thing today! Guaranteed to have you skipping away from the workshop inspired!
Event LocationProgram Room #1 Conquer your Writer's Block with this unique workshop presented by Brooke Smith, Master Certified Life-coach Instructor and author. You will discover what is the underlying reason you aren't doing the thing you say you want to be doing, and at the same time, create ways to begin doing that thing today! Guaranteed to have you skipping away from the workshop inspired!
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"All Together Now" Collaborative Art Party2023-06-20T11:00:00
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2
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Zine Workshop2023-06-20T17:00:00Let's kick off DPL's Literary Festival with a DIY Zine Workshop!
This workshop will guide participants (teens and adults) in making their own small-batch, self-published, creative magazine. Come check out our zine collections: get inspired, share your own unique visions, and produce work with our supplies!
Event LocationProgram Room #1 Let's kick off DPL's Literary Festival with a DIY Zine Workshop!
This workshop will guide participants (teens and adults) in making their own small-batch, self-published, creative magazine. Come check out our zine collections: get inspired, share your own unique visions, and produce work with our supplies!
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SummerTeen Zone: Wreck-It Journals & Happy Jars2023-06-21T14:00:00You gotta take care of yourself! Make a wreck-it journal where you can let it all out and then create a happy jar to lift your spirits on not-so-happy days.
Event LocationProgram Room #2 You gotta take care of yourself! Make a wreck-it journal where you can let it all out and then create a happy jar to lift your spirits on not-so-happy days.
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Island of Sea Women Book Club #1 (Registration Required)2023-06-21T17:00:00If you love to talk about books, then we've got a club for you! Join us on Wednesday, June 21 at 5pm upstairs in the DPL Reading Room. This month we're celebrating our Literary Festival with Island of Sea Woman by Lisa See.
Event LocationProgram Room #1 If you love to talk about books, then we've got a club for you! Join us on Wednesday, June 21 at 5pm upstairs in the DPL Reading Room. This month we're celebrating our Literary Festival with Island of Sea Woman by Lisa See.
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Family Storytime2023-06-22T10:30:00Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
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Island of Sea Women Book Club #2 (Registration Required)2023-06-22T11:00:00If you love to talk about books, then we've got a club for you!
Join us on Thursday, June 22 at 11am upstairs in the DPL Reading Room. This month we're celebrating our Literary Festival with Island of Sea Woman by Lisa See.
Event LocationProgram Room #3 If you love to talk about books, then we've got a club for you!
Join us on Thursday, June 22 at 11am upstairs in the DPL Reading Room. This month we're celebrating our Literary Festival with Island of Sea Woman by Lisa See.
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Summer Chess Club2023-06-22T15:00:00Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
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Baby Storytime2023-06-23T10:30:00A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
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Together We Grow!2023-06-23T14:00:00Overlooking the Animas River on the back patio, come together for garden yoga, planting our community patio garden, and painting cardboard trees to create a collective forest.
This event is made possible through partnership with La Plata Family Centers Coalition.
Event LocationRiverside Patio Overlooking the Animas River on the back patio, come together for garden yoga, planting our community patio garden, and painting cardboard trees to create a collective forest.
This event is made possible through partnership with La Plata Family Centers Coalition.
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Typewriter PopUp with Heather Martinez2023-06-23T15:00:00National Typewriter Day is June 23 and we’re using the day to celebrate the written word and our Literary Festival!
Local artist, visual practitioner, and award-winning author, Heather Martinez will have free samples of her typewritten work and will be creating small typewritten pieces on the fly!
Event LocationLobby National Typewriter Day is June 23 and we’re using the day to celebrate the written word and our Literary Festival!
Local artist, visual practitioner, and award-winning author, Heather Martinez will have free samples of her typewritten work and will be creating small typewritten pieces on the fly!
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Page One Writer's Reception2023-06-23T17:00:00Come and celebrate local authors and contributors of the Page One Writing Contest! All the submissions will be on display in the library's program rooms for patrons to read and enjoy, including the five winning pages: “Promise To Pawpa” by Amoneeta, “The Cuban Affair” by Chuck Greaves, “The Tonic of Understanding” by Emily Roley, “Zorbitt” by Paul Pennington, and “In Heaven” by Madeline Barrow.
The event is free and open to all, snack and refreshments will be provided.
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Come and celebrate local authors and contributors of the Page One Writing Contest! All the submissions will be on display in the library's program rooms for patrons to read and enjoy, including the five winning pages: “Promise To Pawpa” by Amoneeta, “The Cuban Affair” by Chuck Greaves, “The Tonic of Understanding” by Emily Roley, “Zorbitt” by Paul Pennington, and “In Heaven” by Madeline Barrow.
The event is free and open to all, snack and refreshments will be provided.
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Summer Reading Show: Luke Renner2023-06-27T10:30:00Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! Entertainment on a string with the New Mexico Yo-Yo Slinger!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! Entertainment on a string with the New Mexico Yo-Yo Slinger!
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Summer Reading Show: Luke Renner2023-06-27T13:00:00Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! Entertainment on a string with the New Mexico Yo-Yo Slinger!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a special Summer Reading Program performance! Entertainment on a string with the New Mexico Yo-Yo Slinger!
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Tech Tutoring (Registration Required)2023-06-27T14:00:00Need a little tech help? Questions on how to use email, Internet, basic Office apps?
Would you like to learn more about library databases and streaming services (Overdrive-Libby and Hoopla)?
Then sign up today! The library offers free 1-hr tutoring sessions with a member of our IT staff.
Please be sure to bring any account passwords (email, Amazon, etc...) that you may need so we can assist you.
Please be sure your device is fully charged or that you bring the charging cable with you.
If you don't have a device we can provide a Windows laptop or Chromebook for you.
Be sure to tell us what type of help you need so we can prepare for your session.
Be sure to tell us what type of device you are bringing to work with, phone, tablet, laptop..etc.
We can provide very limited assistance for MacBook users, please be detailed when answering the "What type of help needed" question if you will bring a MacBook for your tutoring session.
Event LocationProgram Room #3 Need a little tech help? Questions on how to use email, Internet, basic Office apps?
Would you like to learn more about library databases and streaming services (Overdrive-Libby and Hoopla)?
Then sign up today! The library offers free 1-hr tutoring sessions with a member of our IT staff.
Please be sure to bring any account passwords (email, Amazon, etc...) that you may need so we can assist you.
Please be sure your device is fully charged or that you bring the charging cable with you.
If you don't have a device we can provide a Windows laptop or Chromebook for you.
Be sure to tell us what type of help you need so we can prepare for your session.
Be sure to tell us what type of device you are bringing to work with, phone, tablet, laptop..etc.
We can provide very limited assistance for MacBook users, please be detailed when answering the "What type of help needed" question if you will bring a MacBook for your tutoring session.
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Bears Ears book talk by Dr. Andrew Gulliford (Registration Required)2023-06-27T18:00:00
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2
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SummerTeen Zone: Help Homeless Pets!2023-06-28T14:00:00June is National Adopt-a-Cat Month so come to the library and make a no-sew blanket to donate to a cat at the La Plata County Humane Society. You can also make fleece cat toys to take home and donate as well!
Event LocationProgram Room #2 June is National Adopt-a-Cat Month so come to the library and make a no-sew blanket to donate to a cat at the La Plata County Humane Society. You can also make fleece cat toys to take home and donate as well!
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Word Honey Poetry Open Mic2023-06-28T18:00:00Join us at the library for a night of Open Mic Poetry! Be brave and read and original work or come out to support and enjoy local artists.
Event LocationProgram Room #1 Join us at the library for a night of Open Mic Poetry! Be brave and read and original work or come out to support and enjoy local artists.
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Family Storytime2023-06-29T10:30:00Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities perfect for children ages 0-5 and their parents and caregivers!
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Summer Chess Club2023-06-29T15:00:00Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. For ages 7-15. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own set or use one of ours!
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Great Garden Series: Literary Garden Dedication2023-06-29T16:30:00
Event LocationMural Wall Lawn Area
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Lisa See Literary Reception2023-06-29T17:30:00More details coming soon!
Event LocationDurango Public Library More details coming soon!
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Lisa See Literary Festival Keynote Speech2023-06-29T19:00:00More details coming soon!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 More details coming soon!
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Baby Storytime2023-06-30T10:30:00A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
Event LocationChildren's Storytime Room A lapsit storytime for infants- 18 months. Interactive fun with music, stories, fingerplays, counting rhymes and playtime. Babies should bring their parents or care-givers to join the fun!
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LEGO Club: Let's Build Together2023-06-30T14:00:00Drop in to build, create and play with the library's LEGO collection!
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Drop in to build, create and play with the library's LEGO collection!
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Bobby LeFebre, Poet Laureate of Colorado, Poetry Reading (Registration Required)2023-06-30T18:00:00Join us for a night of poetry with Colorado's Poet Laureate, Bobby LeFebre!
Bobby LeFebre is an award-winning writer, performer, and cultural worker fusing a non-traditional multi-hyphenated professional identity to imagine new realities, empower communities, advance arts and culture, and serve as an agent of provocation, transformation, equity and social change. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Huffington Post, The Guardian, American Theater Magazine, NPR, and Poets.Org.
Event LocationProgram Rooms #1 & #2 Join us for a night of poetry with Colorado's Poet Laureate, Bobby LeFebre!
Bobby LeFebre is an award-winning writer, performer, and cultural worker fusing a non-traditional multi-hyphenated professional identity to imagine new realities, empower communities, advance arts and culture, and serve as an agent of provocation, transformation, equity and social change. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Huffington Post, The Guardian, American Theater Magazine, NPR, and Poets.Org.
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