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Special Notes from the Library
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The Pitkin County Library will be closed at 12pm on Wednesday, August 12, for the remainder of the day to improve the Library. Online resources will still be available, but all in-person library services, including the book drop, will be unavailable. We will reopen at 9am on Thursday, August 13.
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What's Happening at the Library?
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Crafting at the Library
Cyanotype Saturday, August 1 | 3:00pm-5:00pm Library Lab | All Ages
Join us to make cyanotype photography using leaves and found objects. We will have a variety of objects to use to make your print, but participants may also bring their own objects to use. We will be printing on cotton sheets.
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Let's Chat in Spanish!
Tuesdays in August | 1:00pm-2:00pm 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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Sewing with Jennifer
Tuesday, August 4 & 18 | 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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CMC Open Hours
Thursday, August 6 | 12:30pm-1:30pm Hotpick Meeting Room | Adults
An academic advisor from Colorado Mountain College (CMC) will be available to answer questions and provide resources for English as a Second Language (ESL) and the General Educational Development (GED). |
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Adult Summer Reading Program Closing Party
Friday, August 7 | 12:00pm-2:00pm Library Rooftop Deck | Adults
Join us on the Library's Rooftop Deck for the final Adult Summer Reading event! We will discuss your favorite books you read over the summer while enjoying food and refreshments. During this event, we will draw raffle tickets for the prizes. |
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Library at the Saturday Market
Saturday, August 8 | 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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Paint Like Bob Ross
Tuesday, August 11 | 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, canvases, and required supplies are provided, along with snacks and tea. |
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The Science Shelf
Thursday, August 13 | 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. |
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From foundational texts to 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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Bookish Crafts
Papermaking Saturday, August 15 | 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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Lunch n' Learn
Wednesday, August 19 | 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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Chronicles of Yarnia
Tuesday, August 25 | 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, August 28 | 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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"The Five States of Colorado" Screening
Saturday, August 29 | 4:00pm-5:45pm Dunaway Community Room | All Ages
Join the Pitkin County Library for a special documentary screening celebrating America 250–Colorado 150. The film explores the five distinct regions of Colorado separated by geography, culture, history, and economy. |
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| Books + Brews Wednesday,
August 5 5:30pm-6:30pm Dunaway Community Room |
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| Nonfiction
Monday, August 10 5:30pm-6:30pm
Dunaway Community Room |
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Train Dreams
Thursday, August 20 5:30pm-6:30pm
Dunaway Community Room |
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| Fantasy Wednesday,
August 26 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 August | 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 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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Redstone Summer Open Mic Night
Friday, August 28 | 6:00pm-8:00pm Joy & Wylde, 173 Redstone Blvd., Redstone, CO
Step up to the mic for an evening of live, local talent. Redstone Winter 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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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, September 3 | 6:00pm-7:00pm 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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| Until next time, happy reading! |
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