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Music at the Library: Gonzalo Teppa Band - Origins
Thurs, May 1, 5:30-6:45PM We are thrilled to welcome local vocalist Josefina Mendez and Denver-based bassist Gonzalo Teppa back to the library, this time with a new project titled "Gonzalo Teppa Band - Origins." In this exciting collaboration, the jazz quartet explores the music of band members' home countries and family origins across Latin America. Families are especially invited to this concert to help celebrate the library's May theme: Intergenerational Connection! Young children are welcome. We will have a small area set up in the back of the Community Room with quiet kids activities and floor space to move around for those who need it. Tenemos el profundo placer de darles la bienvenida a la vocalista local Josefina Mendez y al bajista (residente de Denver) Gonzalo Teppa de regreso a la biblioteca, esta vez con un nuevo proyecto titulado: "Gonzalo Teppa Band - Origins" (La Banda Gonzalo Teppa - Orígenes). En esta excitante colaboración, el cuarteto de jazz explora la música de los países natales de los miembros de la banda, al igual que el orígen de sus familias a lo largo de Latinoamérica. Todas las familias están cordialmente invitadas a este concierto para ayudar a celebrar el tema de la biblioteca durante el mes de mayo: ¡Conexión Intergeneracional! También damos la bienvenida a personitas de corta edad. Dispondremos de un área pequeña y apacible en la parte trasera de la Sala Comunitaria (con actividades silenciosas y espacio), para que quienes lo necesiten, puedan tener movimiento. |
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Bridging the Gap: An Intergenerational Conversation
Tues, May 6, 5:30-7PM From Gen Z to the Greatest Generation, all are welcome at this intergenerational conversation aimed at fostering connection and understanding. The goal of this event is to open conversations between people of different ages about relationships and belonging. During this guided discussion, you will spend time in small groups sharing your thoughts about building relationships, the challenges you face at this point in your life, and what you would like other generations to know. Adults and teens (high school and above) are invited to attend. Desde la generación conocida como Gen Z hasta la Generación de la Gran Guerra, todas las personas son bienvenidas a esta conversación intergeneracional diseñada para fomentar los vínculos interpersonales y la comprensión. El objetivo de este evento es iniciar conversaciones entre personas de distintas edades sobre las relaciones interpersonales y el sentido de pertenencia. Durante esta conversación guiada, pasarás tiempo en grupos pequeños compartiendo tus ideas sobre la creación de vínculos y relaciones afectivas, los desafíos que enfrentas en esta parte de tu vida, y lo que desearías que otras generaciones supieran. Las personas adultas y adolescentes (escuela media superior (high school) en adelante) están invitadas a asistir. El programa será facilitado en inglés. |
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Banned Book Club: Out of Darkness
Thurs, May 8, 4-5PM Designed exclusively for the daring and curious, Banned Book Club is a safe and inclusive space for readers to explore literature that has challenged norms, defied censorship, and sparked important conversations throughout history. This month we are reading Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Pérez, a historical young adult novel. Diseñado exclusivamente para l@s audaces y curios@s, el Club de Libros Prohibidos es un espacio seguro e incluyente para que l@s lector@s exploren literatura que ha desafiado las normas, provocado la censura, y dado luz a conversaciones importantes a lo largo de la historia. Este mes estaremos leyendo “Out of Darkness” (Fuera de la oscuridad), escrito por Ashley Hope Pérez, una novela histórica para personas adultas jóvenes. |
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Crafting with Craftsy: Intro to Sewing
Thurs, May 8, 5:30-7PM Ready to learn to sew? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll make your own stylish zipper pouch! Whether you're a complete beginner or just need a refresher, we’ll guide you through the basics. You’ll master sewing machine skills, learn to install a zipper, and walk away with a cool, custom pouch. You'll also learn how to use Craftsy to take your sewing skills to the next level. Registration required. If you have a sewing machine to bring, great. If not, a limited number of machines will be available. ¿Deseas aprender a coser? Acompáñanos durante una clase práctica y divertida en la que elaborarás tu propio bolso, ¡con cierre y mucho estilo! Ya sea que te consideres una persona sin experiencia o que solo necesites un repaso, te proporcionaremos las bases y te guiaremos en este taller. Aprenderás a coser a máquina, a instalar un cierre (zipper), y podrás llevarte un bolso increíble y personalizado. También aprenderás a utilizar la plataforma Craftsy para que tus aptitudes puedan elevarse al siguiente nivel. Se requiere inscripción para participar. Si cuentas con una máquina de coser y puedes traerla, ¡genial! Si no, la biblioteca cuenta con un número limitado de máquinas de coser disponibles. El programa será facilitado en inglés. |
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SPEAKEASY: Public Speaking Workshop
Thurs, May 15, 5:30-7PM This workshop offers hands-on exercises in a safe, high-energy atmosphere. Marble Distillery will be serving a Prohibition-style cocktail, this time, no passwords needed (but do bring your ID). We will also have an alcohol-free mocktail option! Locutora de radio e instructora de oratoria, Lynn ofrece un taller ejercicios prácticos en una atmósfera energética y segura. Marble Distillery estará sirviendo cócteles al estilo de la época de la prohibición, en esta ocasión, no necesitarás una contraseña (pero sí trae una identificación). ¡También ofreceremos una versión sin alcohol (mocktail) como opción! |
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Groove and Move: An Intergenerational Dance Party!
Fri, May 16, 4-5PM Get ready to dance, laugh, and make memories across generations! Join us for a fun-filled Intergenerational Dance Party, where kids, parents, grandparents, and friends of all ages can hit the dance floor together. Enjoy a mix of upbeat tunes from different decades, interactive dance games, and plenty of opportunities to connect through movement and music. Whether you're showing off your best moves or just swaying to the beat, this event is all about joy, energy, and togetherness.
¡Prepárate para bailar, reír y crear recuerdos a lo largo de generaciones! Acompáñanos para nuestra Fiesta de Baile Intergeneracional, la cual estará rebosante de diversión y en la cual todas las personas (peques, mamás y papás, abuelitas y abuelitos, además de amistades de todas las edades) podrán compartir la pista de baile. Disfruta de una mezcla de melodías bailables de distintas décadas, juegos de baile interactivos, y muchas oportunidades de conectar a través de la música y el movimiento. Ya sea que desees hacer gala de tus mejores pasos o que solo quieras mecerte al ritmo de la música, este evento ha sido creado para disfrutar al máximo con alegría, energía y verdadera cercanía. El programa será facilitado en inglés.  |
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Vitalant Blood Drive with the Chris Klug Foundation
Tues, May 20, 11AM-3PM Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Stop by Vitalant's Bloodmobile in the parking lot. It usually only takes about 15 minutes to save up to 3 lives! Pre-registration recommended. Walk-ins available as time permits. This program is provided in partnership between Basalt Regional Library and the Chris Klug Foundation. Cada 2 segundos, alguien en los Estados Unidos necesita una transfusión sanguínea. Visita la unidad móvil conocida como Vitalant's Bloodmobile en el estacionamiento de la biblioteca. Usualmente toma aproximadamente 15 minutos, ¡y puedes salvar hasta 3 vidas! Se recomienda una inscripción previa. Damos la bienvenida a donantes sin registro, pero el tiempo es limitado. Este programa es ofrecido a través de una colaboración entre la Biblioteca Regional de Basalt y la Fundación Chris Klug. |
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Intergenerational Connection through Autobiographical Apps
Wed, May 21, 5-6PM Strengthen your intergenerational connections as you learn how to use an autobiographical app to guide you through documenting and telling your personal story. Whether you chronicle certain experiences that you have lived through or even your entire life so far, you can share your knowledge and experience with younger and future generations. This is a unique opportunity to transform your life experiences into a timeless treasure. Fortalece tus relaciones intergeneracionales conforme aprendes a utilizar una aplicación autobiográfica que te guiará en la documentación y la narración de tu historia personal. Ya sea que desees hacer una crónica de ciertas experiencias que hayas vivido, o incluso un relato de tu vida hasta el momento, podrás compartir tu conocimiento y tu experiencia con generaciones más jóvenes e incluso generaciones futuras. Esta es una oportunidad única de transformar tus experiencias de vida en un tesoro eterno. El programa será facilitado en inglés. |
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The elegance of the hedgehog
by Muriel Barbery
The lives of fifty-four-year-old concierge Rene Michel and extremely bright, suicidal twelve-year-old Paloma Josse are transformed by the arrival of a new tenant, Kakuro Ozu
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The story of Arthur Truluv : a novel
by Elizabeth Berg
Making daily visits to the grave of his beloved late wife, Arthur forges unexpected relationships with a nosy neighbor and a troubled teen who dubs him "Truluv" before the trio discovers healing and family together.
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The secret life of Albert Entwistle
by Matt Cain
Forced into retirement, former postman Albert Entwistle, with no friends, family or hobbies, forms a brave plan to start truly living, seek the happiness he's always denied himself and find the courage to look for the man he loved and lost years ago but has never forgotten.
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The summer book
by Tove Jansson
Presents twenty-two vignettes which tell the story of Sophia, a six-year-old girl awakening to existence, and her grandmother, nearing the end of her life, as they spend the summer on a tiny island off the coast of Finland
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Great big beautiful life
by Emily Henry
Avery, eager to break free from her uptight ways, turns to notorious flirt Taylor for lessons in confidence, but as their connection deepens, both must face their growing feelings and the risks of falling for each other.
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Say you'll remember me
by Abby Jimenez
"There might be no such a thing as a perfect guy, but Xavier Rush comes disastrously close. A gorgeous veterinarian giving Greek god vibes-all while cuddling a tiny kitten? Immediately yes. That is until Xavier opens his mouth and proves that even sculpted gods can say the absolute wrong thing. Like, really wrong. Of course, there's nothing Samantha loves more than proving an asshole wrong... . . . unless, of course, he can admit he made a mistake. But after one incredible and seemingly endless date-possibly the best in living history-Samantha is forced to admit the truth, that her family is in crisis and any kind of relationship would be impossible. Samantha begs Xavier to forget her. To remember their night together as a perfect moment, as crushing as that may be. Only no amount of distance or time is nearly enough to forget that something between them. And the only thing better than one single perfect memory is to make a life-and even a love-worth remembering"
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The last American road trip : a memoir
by Sarah Kendzior
"The New York Times bestselling author of They Knew, Hiding in Plain Sight, and The View from Flyover Country navigates a changing America as she and her family embark on a series of road trips, in a book that is part memoir, part history, and wholly unique. It is one thing to study the fall of democracy, another to have it hit your homeland -- and yet another to raise children as it happens. The Last American Road Trip is one family's journey to the most beautiful, fascinating, and bizarre places in theUS during one of its most tumultuous eras. As Kendzior works as a journalist chronicling political turmoil, she becomes determined that her young children see America before it's too late. So Kendzior, her husband, and the kids hit the road -- again and again. Starting from Missouri, the family drives across America in every direction as cataclysmic events - the rise of autocracy, political and technological chaos, and the pandemic - reshape American life. They explore Route 66, national parks, historical sites, and Americana icons as Kendzior contemplates love for country in a broken heartland. Together, the family watches the landscape of the United States - physical, environmental, social, political -transform through the car window. Part memoir, partpolitical history, The Last American Road Trip is one mother's promise to her children that their country will be there for them in the future - even though at times she struggles to believe it herself"
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Who is government? : the untold story of public service
by Michael Lewis
"The government is a vast, complex system that Americans pay for, rebel against, rely upon, dismiss, and celebrate. It's also our shared resource for addressing the biggest problems of society. And it's made up of people, mostly unrecognized and uncelebrated, doing work that can be deeply consequential and beneficial to everyone. Michael Lewis invited his favorite writers to find someone doing an interesting job for the government and write about them in a special in-depth series for the Washington Post.The stories they found are unexpected, riveting, and inspiring, including a former coal miner devoted to making mine roofs less likely to collapse, saving thousands of lives; an IRS agent straight out of a crime thriller; and the manager who made the National Cemetery Administration the best-run organization, public or private, in the entire country. Each essay shines a spotlight on the essential behind-the-scenes work of exemplary federal employees. Whether they're digitizing archives, chasing down cybercriminals, or discovering new planets, these public servants are committed to their work and universally reluctant to take credit. Expanding on the Washington Post series, the vivid profiles in Who Is Government? blow up the stereotype of the irrelevant bureaucrat. They show how the essential business of government makes our lives possible, and how much it matters"
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Basalt Regional Library
14 Midland Ave | Basalt CO | 970-927-4311 | basaltlibrary.org
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