Book lovers of all ages will enjoy free food, crafts and fun at this annual event that marks the start of the many highly popular Summer Reading activities…
Author: Carole Howard & Library Staff
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.
LIBRARY NEWS: Two Major Events Launch Next Week
Tuesday, May 27 through Friday, June 6, we will be hosting the first-in-the world virtual reality exhibition with five unique films…
LIBRARY NEWS: Building Expansion and Renovation Starting Soon
Your library’s building project is now out for bid, with responses due this month and plans to begin the expansion construction in late summer…
LIBRARY NEWS: Mark Your Calendars for Two Events This Month
“The Journey Back” applies cutting-edge technology to engage visitors with the survivors’ incredibly important stories…
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Tax Help at Your Library
Katherine has left tax packets that must be filled out fully before you make your appointment…
LIBRARY NEWS: How to Find Books That Match Your Interests
Access is available free by clicking on “Digital Collections” on the top of the library’s website…
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Friday Fun for Youngsters
Also tomorrow, Friday, April 18 from 2-3 p.m. is the latest in the Rise Above Violence series of fun free events when teens and tweens are invited to decorate denim jeans…
LIBRARY NEWS: Lifelong Learning Series Moves to Afternoons
Your library’s free Spring Lifelong Learning Lectures series takes place on Wednesdays…
LIBRARY NEWS: Get Ready for the Wildfire Season
During this free talk they will discuss emergency preparation, fuel mitigation and how their efforts help us all stay alive…
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Personalized Tax Help on Monday, April 7
Katherine from Vita Tax Help will return to your library to help more patrons with face-to-face sessions…
LIBRARY NEWS: Internet Safety Session for Teens
The session will cover how to make sure you know the people you are communicating with online, as well as how to tell if the messages or requests you are responding to are safe…
LIBRARY NEWS: Community Partnerships Expand Your Library’s Reach
In a new community outreach program, Judy, adult services librarian, is leading a free Ageless Grace exercise program at the Senior Center every Monday…
LIBRARY NEWS: Magazines and Newspapers Available in Print and Online
We want to remind you that your library has about 45 physical magazines and newspapers in our collection for your free reading enjoyment – plus multiple online publications well. Print magazine titles in our collection include The New Yorker, Taste of Home, Time, Bon Appetit, Consumer Reports, People, National Geographic, Discover and Sports Illustrated, to name just a few. Especially READ MORE
LIBRARY NEWS: Middle School Principal to Speak on Phone, Social Media Issues
In today’s world dominated by social media and smart phones, new issues relating to youth mental health have arisen dramatically…
LIBRARY NEWS: Protect Yourself from Fraud
Advice on how you can protect yourself from fraud will be offered by Deidre, Bank of the San Juans manager, at a free session at your library…
LIBRARY NEWS: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
One of the greatest gifts you can give your babies and toddlers is to sign them up for a free early literacy reading program…
LIBRARY NEWS: New Free Database for Foodies, Chefs, Casual Cooks
You’ll find more than 7,000 popular recipes from 174 countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe…
LIBRARY NEWS: Mark Your Calendars for ‘Cabin Fever’ Book Sale
The Friends’ book sales are an ideal way for you to expand your home library and also purchase reading treasures for your loved ones…