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Special Notes from the Library
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The Pitkin County Library will close on
Saturday, July 4, in honor of Independence Day. |
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What's Happening at the Library?
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Sewing with Jennifer
Tuesday, July 7 & 21 | 4:00pm-6:00pm Library Lab | Adults
Whether you’re brand new to sewing or looking to sharpen your skills, this program offers a fun space to create and learn with guidance from Jennifer. Bring your own project or get inspired by a variety of projects provided. |
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Let's Chat in Spanish!
Tuesdays in July | 1:00pm-2:00pm Cancelled on July 7 Hotpick Meeting Room | Adults
Speakers of all levels are invited to practice conversational Spanish in a relaxed, friendly environment, led by a native Spanish language speaker. This program provides an opportunity to enhance language skills. |
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| Watercolor Painting
Saturday, July 11 | 3:00pm-5:00pm Library Rooftop Deck | All Ages
Join us for a relaxed plein air watercolor session on the Library Rooftop Deck, weather permitting. We’ll have watercolors and paper available while supplies last. |
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This isn’t a formal class—just a welcoming space for all skill levels to paint, experiment, and learn together.
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll gather in the Dunaway Community Room instead. |
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Paint Like Bob Ross
Tuesday, July 14| 4:00pm-6:00pm Dunaway Community Room | All Ages
Join us for an evening of painting! We will watch a Bob Ross, The Joy of Painting video and follow along. All brushes, paints, canvas, and required supplies are provided, as well as snacks and tea. |
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Lunch n' Learn
Wednesday, July 15 | 12:00pm-1:30pm Dunaway Community Room | Adults
This program offers assistance with technology support, like a phone or tablet, as well as navigating the internet, email, or social networks like Facebook. Lunch is provided - bring your questions and device. |
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Community Read:
Author Talk & Book Discussion Wednesday, July 15 | 5:30pm-6:30pm
Dunaway Community Room | Adults
Author Talk with Maria Reva | 5:30pm-6:00pm
A virtual conversation with Maria Reva, author of this year’s Community Read book, Endling. Reva will discuss the inspiration behind her Booker Prize-longlisted novel, her writing process, and the themes that shape her work in a moderated conversation with Mitzi Rapkin. |
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Book Discussion with the Lit Lounge | 6:00pm-6:30pm
Readers are invited to explore the selected book and join others for an open, thoughtful conversation that encourages reflection, dialogue, and connection through literature.
Together, Aspen Words and the Library gave out all 334 copies of Endling to the community. If you would like to read the book, please place a copy on hold. |
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Bookish Crafts
Coptic Stitch Binding Saturday, July 18 | 3:00pm-5:00pm Library Lab | Adults & Teens
Books meet crafts at Bookish Crafts! Join us for a rotating lineup of literary-inspired projects. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and love of books. |
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This month, learn how to make a multi-signature Coptic stitch book.
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The Library at the Saturday Market
Saturday, July 18 | 8:30am-1:30pm Downtown Aspen | All Ages
Visit with Library staff at the Saturday Market! Stop by our tent to explore new books, sign up for a library card, and learn about upcoming programs. The Library's tent is usually located at the intersection of East Hyman Ave and South Hunter Street. |
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Americans' Responses to the Holocaust-
New Research, New Perspective Monday, July 20 | 5:00pm-7:00pm| Adults
Aspen Chabad Jewish Community Center 435 W. Main Street, Aspen, Colorado 81611
Join the Pitkin County Library and the Aspen Chabad Jewish Community Center as Gretchen Skidmore, director of Education Initiatives at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, gives a behind-the-scenes look at the results of this research. She will also provide insights on how the Museum shares these new findings with teachers, students, and the public.
For more information, please contact Shannon Ressel at shannon.ressel@pitkincounty.com or 970-429-1943. |
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The Science Shelf
Thursday, July 23 | 5:30pm-6:30pm Dunaway Community Room | Adults
The Science Shelf is a space where visiting scientists from the Aspen Center for Physics open up about the books that have shaped their lives and careers. From foundational texts to |
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unexpected favorites, hear their personal stories and the knowledge that sparked their discoveries. Explore the world of science through the eyes of those who live it, one book at a time.
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society for the preservation and archaeological study of the Amache Internment Camp. Derek will be presenting on the history of Amache, discussing his family's journey from incarceration to current preservation efforts, and will be in discussion with the Pitkin County Librarians about Colorado's role in the Japanese American Internment.
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Chronicles of Yarnia
Tuesday, July 28 | 5:00pm-6:30pm Hotpick Meeting Room | Adults
Gather with fellow makers for a relaxed, drop-in fiber arts meet-up. This is a space for camaraderie, where all skill levels are welcome. Bring your current project—knitting, crochet, needlepoint, felting, cross-stitch, embroidery—and enjoy creating in good company. |
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PCL at Pitkin County Senior Services
Friday, July 31 | 12:00pm-2:00pm Pitkin County Senior Services | Adults 275 Castle Creek Rd, Aspen, Colorado 81611
Library staff are available to provide personalized assistance for seniors seeking help with library materials, accounts, and digital resources. |
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| Nonfiction
Monday, July 13 5:30pm-6:30pm
Dunaway Community Room |
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| Lit Lounge Wednesday,
July 15 5:30pm-6:30pm Dunaway Community Room |
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Train Dreams
Thursday, July 16 5:30pm-6:30pm
Dunaway Community Room |
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| Fantasy Wednesday,
July 22 5:30pm-6:30pm Hotpick Meeting Room |
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PCL at the Redstone Inn
Front Desk Staffed Daily | 8:00am-6:00pm 82 Redstone Castle Dr, Redstone, CO 81623
Through the historic Redstone Inn, patrons can place holds using the Library’s online catalog and select Redstone as their pickup location. Materials are securely managed through the Inn’s front desk staff during business hours, offering convenient local access to the full Pitkin County Library collection, as well as library materials available throughout Colorado.
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The Redstone Inn Library Book Room provides a welcoming space to browse the Library's honor collection, discover new titles, and connect with Library resources in a setting rooted in Redstone’s rich history.
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Storytime
Fridays in July | 10:30am-11:00am Redstone Inn Library Book Room
Join us for a community-centered storytime designed for young children and their caregivers. Enjoy engaging picture books, songs, movement, and simple activities that support early literacy and spark imagination. |
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Library Resource Help
Fridays in July | 11:00am-2:00pm Redstone Inn Library Book Room
Stop by the Redstone Inn Library Book Room, and Library staff will be available to answer questions, demonstrate digital tools, and help navigate Libby, Hoopla, research databases, and more. |
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Redstone Summer Open Mic Night
Friday, July 31 | 6:00pm-8:00pm Joy & Wylde, 173 Redstone Blvd., Redstone, CO, 81623
Step up to the mic for an evening of live, local talent. Redstone Summer Open Mic Night welcomes musicians, poets, storytellers, and performers of all experience levels to share original work or favorite pieces in a supportive, easygoing setting. |
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Redstone Book Club
Monday, August 3 | 6:00pm-7:00pm Redstone Inn Book Room | Adults
The Redstone Book Club brings readers of the Crystal River Valley together for meaningful conversation and shared exploration of literature. The group meets bi-monthly in a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity, connection, and lively discussion. |
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PCL at Snowmass Village Town Hall
Monday-Friday | 8:30am-4:30pm 130 Kearns Rd, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615
The Snowmass Village Town Hall Library Book Room offers a welcoming space to browse the Library’s honor collection, discover new titles, access Library resources, and use public computers and printing services. |
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PCL at Snowmass Recreation Center
Front Desk Staffed During Open Hours 2835 Brush Creek Rd, Snowmass Village, CO, 81615
Through the Recreation Center, patrons can place holds through the Library’s online catalog and select Snowmass Village as their pickup location. Materials are securely managed through the Rec Center’s outdoor dropbox and by front desk staff during open business hours, offering
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convenient local access to the full Pitkin County Library collection, as well as library materials available throughout Colorado.
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Storytime
Thursdays in July | 10:30am-11:00am The Collective | Children
49 Wood Rd., Snowmass Village, CO, 81615
Join us for a community-centered storytime designed for young children and their caregivers. Enjoy engaging picture books, songs, movement, and simple activities that support early literacy and spark imagination. |
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Library Resource Help
Thursdays in July | 11:00am-2:00pm Town Hall Library Book Room | All Ages
Stop by the Snowmas Village Library Book Room, and Library staff will be available to answer questions, demonstrate digital tools, and help navigate Libby, Hoopla, research databases, and more. |
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Snowmass Village Book Club
Thursday, July 2 | 4:00pm-5:00pm 49 Wood Rd., Snowmass Village, CO, 81615
Sign up for the Snowmass Village Book Club, a reading group for our Snowmass Village adult patrons that dives into popular reads across genres, from buzzy bestsellers to conversation-starting nonfiction. |
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What's New at the Library? |
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| Until next time, happy reading! |
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