We hope you will join us tomorrow, Friday, June 23, from 10-11:30 a.m. as we celebrate the birthday of beloved children’s author Eric Carle with cake, stories and crafts.
He is famous as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His most famous book is “The Very Hungry Caterpiller.” First published in 1969, it has been translated into 66 languages and sold more than 50 million copies.
Library early closure
Your library will close at 5 p.m. next Monday, June 26 and on the fourth Monday of each month for a staff meeting.
Important alert re donations
Please note that the Friends of the Library have announced their annual summer book sale will take place July 21-22. Between now and then, the library is not accepting any more donations of books, DVDs and other materials because the Friends have all they need for the sale.
Sign up for Summer Reading Program
It’s not too late to sign up in person or on the library’s website at https://pagosalibrary.org for the free Summer Reading Program. It offers a huge variety of special programs for all ages and lots of prizes, and will conclude with a celebratory party July 28. Pick up monthly events calendars at the library so you don’t miss any of the free activities available to you and your family this summer.
Summer Reading Club today
Our weekly Summer Reading Club for K-fifth graders takes place Thursdays from 10-11:30 a.m. with crafts, guest speakers, stories and more. We’ll explore topics such as kindness, service, teamwork, connection, friendship and community. No registration required.
Video gaming tomorrow
Play free age-appropriate video games Friday, June 23 from 2-4 p.m.
Book buddies Saturday
Grades K-2nd grade will read together and enjoy games, crafts and playtime as we partner read, echo read and more on Saturday, June 24 from 10-11 a.m. at this free event.
LEGO Club Saturday
Kids aged six-11 are invited to bring your imaginations on Saturday, June 24 from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. for the free LEGO Club. Note the extended time of two hours rather than one. Bring your own LEGOs or use ours.
Knit and crochet Saturday
Learn to knit or crochet this Saturday, June 24 at our free gathering from 1-3 p.m. for ages eight and up. Supplies provided.
Wacky Wednesdays for kids
Ages six-11 are invited to get silly and play next Wednesday, June 28 from 2:30-3:30 P.M. and every Wednesday in June.
Writers support group
Thursdays from 9-11 a.m. Ruby’s Writers Guild welcomes writers looking for opportunities, support, resources and camaraderie with other writers.
Family storytimes
Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. join us for a free educational hour of reading, singing and free play to build early literacy skills.
PALS/GED adult education
Join Mark or Sally for free PALS sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 – 8 p.m. to help with high school equivalency, GED, college prep, financial aid, tutoring and more.
Tech Time
Free in-person slots are available from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays and 2-4 p.m. Thursdays. Judy helps you with basic questions relating to computers, smartphones and tablets and also provide assistance in accessing any of the library’s online resources. No appointment needed for these drop-in sessions.
How-to and self-help nonfiction
“Serenity in the Storm” by Kayleigh McEnany offers advice on how to live through today’s chaotic society by leaning on Christ. “The Shift” by podcast host Tinx is a guide to dating, self-worth, friendships and happiness.
Other nonfiction
“Brave the Wild River” by Melissa L. Sevigny is the tale of two pioneering female botanists on a boat trip through the Grand Canyon. “Crimes Against America” by Judge Jeanine Pirro is the author’s indictment of Democrat policies. “A Renaissance of Our Own” by Rachel E. Cargle is a memoir of an activist, philanthropist and CEO.
DVDs
“Mystery 101” is a three-movie DVD that also includes “Playing Dead” and “Words Can Kill.” “The Martha’s Vineyard Mysteries” is a four-movie collection featuring a retired detective. “Joe Pickett” is season one. “His Dark Materials” is the complete third season.
Essays collection
“Quietly Hostile” by Samantha Irby is a new comedic essay collection about the life and observations of this humorist.
Books on CD
“The 23rd Midnight” by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro is a new book in the Women’s Murder Club series. “Rogue Justice” by Stacy Abrams is a legal murder mystery. “Identity” by Nora Roberts begins with a murder at a dinner party. “The Guest” by Emma Cline is set in late summer on Long Island. “Fixit” by Joe Ide is book six in the IQ thriller series.
Large print
“Axle Bust Creek” by John Shirley is book one in the new Cleve Trewe western series. “The Devil by His Horns” by Michael Zimmer is book seven in the American Legends series. “Happy Place” by Emily Henry features a couple who have broken up who must attend a friends’ annual getaway.
Mysteries, suspense and thrillers
“Chrysalis” by Lincoln Child is a high-tech mystery about virtual reality. “The Lie Maker” by Linwood Barclay focuses on a man whose father disappears while in the witness protection program.
Other novels
“Good Night, Irene” by Luis Alberto Urrea is a story of women’s heroism based on the author’s mother’s life as a Red Cross volunteer in World War II. “Glassworks” by Olivia Wolfgang-Smith follows a wealthy woman escaping her spendthrift husband via her passion for science. “Berlin” by Bea Setton features a woman who runs into more drama than she left behind.
Quotable Quote
“As modern humans, we have access to more knowledge than anyone, ever. Even the poorest, most uneducated person has more quality information available to them today – in public libraries and on the internet – than the richest scholar with packed mahogany bookshelves from bygone eras.” – Brian Klaas, author and associate professor of global politics at University College London.
Website
For more information on library books, services and programs – and to reserve books, e-books, books on CD and DVDs from the comfort of your home – please visit our website at https://pagosalibrary.org.
The Ruby Sisson Memorial Library has been located at 811 San Juan Street (corner of S. 8th and Hwy 160) since 1989. The library is overseen by the Upper San Juan Library District, a tax-funded special district in Archuleta County.