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The Library will be closed:

Monday, February 17, in honor of President's Day.

Special Notes from the Library

Redstone Inn Library Services

Available January 26 - June 29

Library Resource Help: 10:00am - 1:00pm

Visit us every Sunday starting January 26 for Pitkin County Library services at the Redstone Inn. A staff member will be available in the Redstone Inn Book Room to provide regular Library services to our Crystal Valley patrons. Children's Storytime from 10:30-11:00am.

Free Income Tax Preparation

It's time to start thinking about filing your personal income taxes!

This service is provided by retired business and tax professionals and is available to low and moderate incomes.

Please call 970-925-3118 for an appointment.

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Fantasy Book Club

Wednesday, February 26

5:30pm-7:00pm

A new book club centered on fantasy novels! Come to the inaugural meeting of this member-driven book club to discuss the first book in the Empyrean series, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros!

Event takes place in the Hotpick Meeting Room at the Pitkin County Library.

Fourth Wing

by Rebecca Yarros

February Events at the Library

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Crafting at the Library: Paper Flowers

Saturday, February 1

3:00pm-5:00pm

Join us for a rotating monthly craft program on the 1st Saturday of the month. The activity will be different each month, so stop by, explore, play, and learn new skills!

For the month of February, we will create paper flowers with wire stems using materials provided by the Library. Join us to make a bouquet just in time for Valentine's Day!

Event takes place in the Library Lab. Learn more.

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ACES Naturalist Nights

Thursday, February 6

6:00pm-7:00pm

Tribal Engagement in the Colorado River Basin

Thursday, February 20

6:00pm-7:00pm

Wildland Recreation and Ecological Disturbance: Recreation and Public Land Management Implications for Western Colorado

ACES, Wilderness Workshop, and Roaring Fork Audubon co-host this year's 25th annual winter speaker series, bringing a great line-up of experts to explore topics of the natural world relevant to our community.

Join us in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more.

Let's Chat In Spanish/¡Conversemos en español!

Tuesdays in February| 1:00pm-2:00pm

This is a weekly program designed to bring together speakers of all levels to practice conversational Spanish in a relaxed, friendly environment. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this program provides an opportunity to enhance your language skills. Led by a native Spanish speaker, the sessions encourage confidence, improve fluency, and foster a sense of connection among participants.

¡Conversemos en español! es un programa semanal diseñado para reunir a hablantes de todos los niveles para practicar español conversacional en un ambiente relajado y amistoso. Tanto si eres principiante como si tienes un nivel más avanzado, este programa te ofrece la oportunidad de mejorar tus habilidades lingüísticas. Dirigidas por una hispanohablante nativa, las sesiones fomentan la confianza, mejoran la fluidez y promueven un sentimiento de conexión entre los participantes.

Event takes place in the Hotpick Meeting Room at the Pitkin County Library. Learn more.

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ACES Potbelly Perspectives

Wednesday, February 12

6:00pm-7:00pm

This week's discussion: Defining Moments- Accidental Historian of Extreme Adventure with Tony Harrington. Learn more.

Join ACES and the Pitkin County Library for adventure stories from members of our community and be inspired for your next adventure. Events will take place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room.

Bookbinding: Multi-Signature Long Stitch Binding

Saturday, February 15

3pm-5pm

Learn beginner bookbinding skills. No prior experience is necessary. Each program will build on skills learned in previous sessions, but beginners are always welcome. For the month of February, we will participate in multi-signature long stitch binding using materials provided by the Library on a first come, first serve basis.

Events take place in the Library Lab.

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Lunch 'n Learn

Wednesday February 19

12:00pm-1:30pm

Want to learn how to access ebooks, audiobooks or movies on any device? This monthly program offers assistance with personal technology support like your phone or tablet, as well as navigating the internet, email, or social networks like Facebook. Join us the third Wednesday of the month. Lunch is provided - bring your questions and your device.

Event takes place in the Dunaway Community Room at the Pitkin County Library.

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Sewing 101 Workshop: Fabrics, Needles, and Tools

Thursday, February 20

4:00pm-6:00pm

Learn the basics of sewing with expert Jennifer Hanson in our Sewing 101 Workshops! In Fabrics, Needles, and Tools, learn about fabrics, needles and additional tools to help complete your sewing projects.

For teens and adults. Limited spots available.

Event takes place in the Library Lab. Learn more.