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Lit on the Lawn

Fri, Sept. 12, 5-7PM
 
Looking for a low-key way to unwind, meet fellow book lovers, and listen to some music? Join us for Lit on the Lawn! Bring whatever you're reading and comfy seating to lounge on the grass. Enjoy chill music, light snacks, and a relaxed yet social atmosphere. There will also be an optional book discussion circle for those that want to share about their latest read. No pressure, no assigned reading. Just books, people, and music. Come solo or bring friends! 
¿Estás buscando una manera discreta de relajarte, conocer a otras personas amantes de la lectura y escuchar música? ¡Acompáñanos en nuestro programa Lit on the Lawn (Literatura en el Césped)! Trae tu lectura del momento y algo cómodo para que puedas sentarte o recostarte en el césped. Disfruta de música relajante, refrigerios ligeros y una atmósfera relajada pero sociable. También habrá una discusión literaria opcional para quienes deseen compartir su última lectura. Sin presión ni lecturas asignadas; solo libros, personas y música. ¡Puedes venir solo(a) o traer a tus amistades! 
 
Musician Javier de los Santos
Music at the Library:
Spanish Classical Guitar Music


Thurs, Sept. 18, 5:30-6:30PM
 
Javier de los Santos will present a program of Spanish Classical music for solo guitar. Program selections will highlight the transformation of that genre from the 1800s to the present.
Javier de los Santos presentará un programa de música clásica española para una sola guitarra. Las selecciones del programa destacarán la transformación de este género desde los años 1800 hasta el presente. 
 
New York Public Library building Matinee at the Library: Ex Libris 

Fri, Sept. 19, 2-5:30PM
 
Discover the wonders of public libraries through film! Frederick Wiseman’s film, Ex Libris – The New York Public Library, goes behind the scenes of one of the greatest knowledge institutions in the world and reveals it as a place of welcome, cultural exchange and learning. With 92 branches throughout Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island, the library is a resource for all the inhabitants of this multifaceted and cosmopolitan city, and beyond. 
¡Descubre la maravilla de las bibliotecas públicas a través del cine! La cinta de Frederick Wiseman, denominada “Ex Libris – The New York Public Library”, te lleva detrás de las escenas de una de las más grandes instituciones del conocimiento y la descubre como un sitio de bienvenida, intercambio cultural y aprendizaje. Con 92 sucursales a lo largo de Manhattan, el Bronx y Staten Island, la biblioteca es un recurso para todos los habitantes de esta ciudad tan multifacética y cosmopolita, y de muchos otros sitios
 
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Nia Movement Class

Tues, Sept. 30, 5:30-6:30PM
 
A one-of-a-kind, instructor-led movement experience that blends dance, martial arts, and healing arts into one powerful, barefoot journey. Whether you’re a seasoned mover or trying something new, Nia is easy to follow, fun to explore, and welcoming to all bodies and experience levels. Wear comfy clothes you can move in, bring a water bottle, and kick off your shoes—though footwear is always optional.
Una experiencia de movimiento única en su clase, dirigida por una instructora que combina danza, artes marciales y sanación en una vigorizante trayectoria a pies descalzos. Ya sea que cuentes con experiencia en materia de movimiento o que estés probando algo nuevo, practicar Nia se realiza con facilidad, se explora de manera divertida, y le da la bienvenida a todos los cuerpos y niveles de experiencia. Vístete con ropa cómoda que te permita moverte con facilidad, trae una botella con agua y quítate los zapatos — aunque el calzado siempre es opcional. 
 
All About Books
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Basalt Regional Library
Book Club


Wed, Sept. 3, 12-2PM
 
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for our library book club! We'll look at highlights of our favorite new releases and books in the news, and also have an informal round-table discussion of books you've been reading that you'd like to share.
¡Acompáñanos el primer miércoles de cada mes para nuestro club de lectura en la biblioteca! Echaremos un vistazo a los puntos más destacados en las noticias sobre los nuevos lanzamientos y publicaciones literarias, además de tener una discusión informal a manera de mesa redonda sobre los libros que has estado leyendo y que te gustaría compartir. El programa será facilitado en inglés.
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Banned Book Club: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

Thurs, Sept. 11, 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 "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou. 
Diseñado exclusivamente para seres audaces y curiosos, el Club de Libros Prohibidos es un espacio seguro e incluyente para que quienes participen puedan explorar la literatura que ha desafiado las normas, provocado la censura, y dado luz a conversaciones importantes a lo largo de la historia. Este mes leeremos “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”, escrito por Maya Angelou. 
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Book Talk:
Enter Ghost


Wed, Sept. 24, 5:30-6:30PM
 
A stunning rendering of present-day Palestine, Enter Ghost is a story of diaspora, displacement, and the connection to be found in family and shared resistance. Join us to discuss themes, questions, and what resonated with you during a discussion facilitated by Mary Fox. 
Una impresionante representación de la Palestina de nuestros días. Enter Ghost es una historia sobre diáspora, desalojo, y la conexión que puede encontrarse en la familia y la resistencia compartida.  Acompáñanos para discutir los temas presentados, responder a las interrogantes, y compartir todo aquello que haya resonado contigo durante una discusión facilitada por Mary Fox. 
Technology Workshops
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Introduction to YouTube Studio

Tues, Sept. 9, 2:30-3:30PM
 
Whether you are looking to share your videos privately with a few friends or with the world at large, let YouTube host your video! Learn how to set up your YouTube channel and upload videos.
Ya sea que desees compartir tus videos de manera privada con algunos amigos o con el mundo en su totalidad, ¡permite que YouTube presente tu video! Aprende a montar tu propio canal de YouTube y ¡sube tus videos! El programa será facilitado en inglés.
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Discover Your Next Read

Tues, Sept. 30, 2:30-3:30PM
 
During "Discover Your Library" Month you can learn how to take your online card catalog searching skills to the next level with powerful options to help narrow down your results. Also covered will be placing item holds, and even how to get recommendations based on what you're reading!
Durante el mes de "Descubre tu Biblioteca", tú puedes aprender a llevar tus aptitudes de búsqueda (en materia de tarjetas de catálogo en línea) al siguiente nivel, con opciones realmente eficaces para ayudarte a reducir el número de resultados. ¡También te mostraremos cómo reservar materiales, e incluso cómo recibir recomendaciones, con base en lo que estás leyendo actualmente! El programa será facilitado en inglés.
 
News
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NOW HIRING: Multiple Open Positions
  • Music Programming Coordinator
  • Spanish Language Outreach Coordinator 
  • Teen Librarian
  • Patron Services Associate 
Click here to learn more and apply
 
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The library is going on the ballot in November

A ballot measure this November will ask voters to consider a 1.08 MILL LEVY EXTENSION to support long-term operations and maintenance of Basalt Library. A 1.08 mill extension will continue to cost taxpayers $67 per year for each $1 million of current home value. Click here to learn more about the ballot measure.
 
New Releases
Fiction

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Spectacular things : a novel
by Beck Dorey-Stein

"Mia and Cricket have always been close. The gifted daughters of a young single mother, the "Lowe girls" are well-known in the small Maine town they call home. Each sister has a role to fill: The responsible and academically minded Mia assumes the position of caregiver far too young, while Cricket, a bouncing ball of energy and talent, seems born for soccer stardom. But the cost of achieving athletic greatness comes at a steep price. As Mia and Cricket grow up, they must grapple with the legacy of their mother's secret past while navigating their own precarious future. Can Mia allow herself to fall in love at the risk of repeating a terrible history? Will Cricket's relentless chase of a lifelong goal drive her sister away? When does loyalty become self-sabotage? A sharply observed and tender portrait of sisters, love, and ambition, Spectacular Things is a sweeping story about the impossible choices we're forced to make in pursuit of our dreams''
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The locked ward : a novel
by Sarah Pekkanen

When Amanda visits her institutionalized twin Georgia—accused of murdering their younger sister—she's drawn into a chilling spiral of doubt, buried family tensions, and psychological manipulation that forces her to question the truth, her past, and her own sanity.
Nonfiction

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This dog will change your life
by Elias Weiss Friedman

"This book weaves together stories of the many dogs Elias has been lucky enough to know, both in his personal life and while doing his Dogist work. Told in a light tone that does not shy away from more serious issues (Elias is not above the occasional sentimental moment or dog pun), this book charmingly explores the ways that dogs are not just our family and our friends but also irreplaceable beings capable of generating boundless love and restoring balance to our lives. In an increasingly alienating and divisive world, there is one clear remedy: the one with four legs that rolls over for belly rubs. Dogs can change our lives, and this book might just change yours"
book cover to empire of ai by Karen hao
Empire of AI : dreams and nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI
by Karen Hao

From a brilliant longtime AI Insider with intimate access to the world of Sam Altman's OpenAI, an eye-opening account of arguably the most fateful tech arms race in history, reshaping the planet in real time, from the cockpit of the company that is driving the frenzy.
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