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All Pitkin County buildings, including the Library will be closed on
Friday, July 4, in honor of Independence Day. | |
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Special Notes from the Library |
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Libby's Big Library Read: The Storyteller's Death by Ann Davila Cardinal
July 17 - 31, 2025 You're invited to participate in Libby's Big Library Read for July.
The book The Storyteller's Death: A Novel by Ann Davila Cardinal will be available for simultaneous use in ebook and audiobook formats through Libby between July 17 - 31.
Isla Larsen Sanchez's life begins to unravel when her father passes away. Instead of being comforted at home in New Jersey, her mother starts leaving her in Puerto Rico with her great-aunt each summer, like a piece of forgotten luggage. It is only when Isla turns eighteen, and her grandmother, a great storyteller, dies, that Isla discovers she has a gift.
The tales of dead family storytellers are brought back to life, replaying themselves over and over in front of her. When Isla has a vision of an old murder mystery, she realizes that if she can't solve it to make the loop end, these seemingly harmless stories could cost Isla her life. Learn more. |
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July Events at the Library |
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Snowmass Village Library Honor Book Room
Open Mondays - Fridays in July | 8:30am - 4:30pm Staffed on Thursdays | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Visit the Pitkin County Library's Book Room located at the Snowmass Village Town Hall. Peruse our selection of titles including adult fiction and nonfiction books, as well as Spanish language, young adult, and children's books. A computer and printer are also available for accessing digital resources or any printing needs. The room will be staffed by a librarian from 11:00am - 1:00pm on Thursdays. Learn more.
Snowmass Village Storytime at the Collective begins for the summer on Thursday, June 26 from 10:30am - 11:00am. Learn more. |
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Redstone Inn Library Book Room
Open daily during business hours. Staffed on Fridays | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Visit the Pitkin County Library's Redstone Inn Book Room, open daily during business hours. A staff member will be on hand every Friday from 10:00am - 1:00pm to provide regular library services to our Crystal Valley patrons. Children's Storytime from 10:30-11:00am. Learn more.
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Let's Chat In Spanish/¡Conversemos en español!
Tuesdays in July | 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.
Events take place in the Hotpick Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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Paint Like Bob Ross
Thursday, July 3 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for an evening of painting! We will watch a Bob Ross, The Joy of Painting video and follow along. Acrylics and a smaller canvas will be used so your artwork can be taken home with you! All brushes, paints, canvases, and other required supplies, as well as snacks and teas, will be provided.
This event is not a class; we encourage people to have fun, and learn through trial and error. Advanced registration is required.
Event takes place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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Crafting at the Library: Watercolor Painting
Saturday, July 5 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a rotating monthly craft program on the first Saturday of the month. The activity will be different each month, so stop by, explore, play, and learn new skills!
For the month of June, we will paint with watercolors using materials provided by the Library, while supplies last.
Event takes place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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French Chat
Mondays in July | 12:00pm - 1:00pm except July 14 (cancelled)
French Chat is back by popular demand! Join Nathalie Crick every Monday for some French conversation. If you speak French and would like to brush up on your conversational skills, swing by and have a conversation!
Events take place in the Hotpick Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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Lee Shapiro: The Art of Melting Conflict in All Relationships
Tuesday, July 8 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
This seminar offers participants valuable tools on how to use conflict as a vehicle for greater awareness, healing and learning how to most effectively get what we really want.
It focuses on skills for learning to be with our feelings in a truly respectful and loving way and cultivating our ability to listen in a deeper way to our selves, to others and to our inner knowing.
This awareness is fundamental to creating joy and satisfaction in all relationships: family, friends, work, and romance.
Lee Shapiro is a relationship counselor who has been offering relationship workshops and private couples counseling for 40 years.
Event takes place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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Friendship Bracelets
Thursday, July 10 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Let’s Make Friendship Bracelets! The Library will provide all the supplies you need, plus ideas for all kinds of bracelet styles. Kids must bring a grown-up who is ready to join the fun.
Event takes place in the Library Lab. Learn more.
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Aspen Music Festival and School Concert Series
Mondays and Fridays in July | 2:30pm - 4:30pm
July 11 through August 22, we are excited to host the talented students of the Aspen Music Festival and School, as they perform classical works that will include solo repertoire, as well as chamber music and vocal works.
Events take place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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Board Games at the Library
Saturday, July 12 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Get ready for an exciting day of board games, where laughter, strategy, and connection come together! With an impressive selection of board games available from the Library's collection, there will be something for everyone to play. Gather your friends and family for a day filled with joyful competition and amazing snacks.
This event is designed for all ages, however, please note that an adult must accompany children to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Event takes place in the Library Lab. Learn more. |
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Lunch n' Learn
Wednesday, July 16 | 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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.
Want to learn how to access ebooks, audiobooks, or movies on any device? Join us the third Wednesday of the month. Lunch is provided - bring your questions and device.
Event takes place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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Bookbinding: Paper Marbling
Saturday, July 19 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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 July, we will participate in paper marbling using materials provided by the Library on a first come, first served basis.
Event takes place in the Library Lab. Learn more.
Sign up to receive emails about upcoming Bookbinding Programs. |
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Trivia at the Library
Saturday, July 26 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an exciting night of trivia! Gather your friends and family for an evening filled with fun questions that will test your knowledge on a variety of topics, including a special focus on the Summer Reading Color Our World theme. We’ll also be providing delicious snacks to keep you energized as you tackle the trivia challenges.
This event is designed for all ages, so families are invited to participate together. Please note that an adult must accompany children to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Event takes place in the Dunaway Community Meeting Room. Learn more. |
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| Upcoming Adult Book Clubs |
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Books + Brews
Monday, July 2, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Margo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel | by Rufi Thorpe
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Nonfiction Book Club
Monday, July 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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The Explorer's Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map | by Alex Hutchinson
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The Lit Lounge
Tuesday, July 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Wandering Stars | by Tommy Orange
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New Adult Fiction and Nonfiction Books
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| UnWorld: A Novel | by Jayson Greene |
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| Florenzer: A Novel | by Philip H. Melanson |
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| How Country's Go Broke: The Big Cycle | by Ray Dalio |
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| A Different Kind of Power: A Memoir | by Jacinda Ardern |
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| Is a River Alive? | by Robert Macfarlane |
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| The UFO Book: A Chronological Journey From Crop Circles to Roswell | by John Michael Greer |
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| The Surf House: A Thriller | by Lucy Clarke |
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| Heartwood: A Novel | by Amity Gaige |
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| Until next time, happy reading! |
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