Resilient Communities

Garfield County Libraries has been selected as one of twenty-five libraries in the nation to participate in “Resilient Communities: Libraries Respond to Climate Change,” an initiative of the American Library Association that will help libraries engage their communities in programs and conversations on our climate. Events surrounding this grant will begin in January and run through April 2021.

Events

REnew, REstore, READ

Tuesday, January 12 • 6 pm
Read and discuss "The Reindeer Chronicles" online with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers.
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Artemis Book Club

Thursdays • January 14, February 11, March 11 • 5 pm
Parents, kids, and nature lovers - read together to discover how our kids can find their voice and be the change they want to see. During this monthly club we'll read books from the Gaia Girls series by Lee Welles.
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Future of Energy: Reducing Impact & Saving Money

Wednesday, February 3 • 3 pm
Join us for an insightful update from representatives of Xcel Energy, Holy Cross Energy, and Black Hills Energy on what each company has achieved and is planning on to help our environment. CLEER and CORE will also share information on their programs and DIY tips that both residential and commercial customers can use to decrease energy use and save money on energy bills.
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Storytime at Home featuring EverGreen ZeroWaste

Tuesday, February 23 • 10:30 am
Join us for Storytime at Home where we will watch the video and then chat in real-time on Facebook. This special video includes EverGreen ZeroWaste who will show what items can be recycled and what those items become after recycling.
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Storytime at Home featuring Middle Colorado Watershed Council

Tuesday, March 23 • 10:30 am
Join us for Storytime at Home where we will watch the video and then chat in real-time on Facebook. This special video includes Middle Colorado Watershed Council who will talk about why water is important and how to conserve it.
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Introduction to Vermicomposting

Tuesday, March 23 • 6 pm
Did you ever want to learn how you can be a part of living more naturally with your environment? Join us for a free introduction to Vermicomposting. The online class is open as an English language immersion session presented by Madison Wood and Literacy Outreach.
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Storytime at Home featuring Wilderness Workshop

Tuesday, April 20 • 10:30 am
Join us for Storytime at Home where we will watch the video and then chat in real-time on Facebook. This special video includes Wilderness Workshop who will show and explain how to plant a tree.
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Film Discussion: Fire & Flood

Thursday, April 22 • 6 pm
Watch Fire & Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change and join this film discussion with Zephyr Elise, Lead Production Assistant for the film. You must register in advance to participate. Once registered, you will receive a link via email to view the film.
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Fire Safety

Thursday, April 29 • 6 pm
Maria Pina, Fire and Life Safety Educator for Colorado River Fire Rescue, will discuss basic fire safety and how to prepare for our upcoming fire season. This free online class is open to everyone and is an English language immersion session presented by Literacy Outreach.
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Plant a Seed

Monday, May 17 • 12 to 4 pm • Parachute Branch Library
Wednesday, May 19 • 12 to 4 pm • Carbondale and Glenwood Springs Branch Libraries
Friday, May 21 • 12 to 4 pm • New Castle, Silt, and Rifle Branch Libraries
Plant a seed and see what grows!
Join your local library for a special outdoor event where you can choose between a variety of seeds to plant using provided supplies and then take home! Care instructions will be provided.
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