We are extremely proud to introduce you to Barb Brattin, your new library director, who has arrived from Wisconsin…
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: Back-to-School Resources Available for Students of All Ages
As school reconvenes after the summer break, we want to be sure you know that your library has a multitude of resources for students of all ages…
LIBRARY NEWS: Writers Guild Publishes ‘Tales from the San Juans’ Anthology
The anthology includes “life musings, creative short fiction, retrospectives, poetry, novellas, and short observations…”
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Summer Reading Finale Party Tomorrow
We’ll award prizes, celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday and enjoy ice cream, snacks, cold drinks and fun games out in the garden…
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Solar Energy Program Available for Income-Qualified People
Your library will host a Sunnyside Community Solar event to help income-qualified members apply for a special solar subscription program for current residential LPEA members…
LIBRARY NEWS: Free Presentation on Noxious Weeds Today; 20-Mule Team History Tomorrow
Ethan Proud, Archuleta County land and weed supervisor, will discuss land stewardship, invasive plants and our responsibilities in Colorado at a special free adult event…
LIBRARY NEWS: Hiking Safety Talk Tonight
Tonight, July 18, from 6 – 7:15pm members of our local San Juan Outdoor Club will offer guidelines and helpful tips…
LIBRARY NEWS: ‘Friends’ Book Sale Starts Today; Continues on Friday & Saturday
Starting today, Thursday, July 11, and running through the weekend is the Friends of the Library annual book sale at the Community United Methodist Church…
LIBRARY NEWS: National Park Mysteries Author… In Person
We will host a very special guest speaker at your library next Tuesday, July 9 from 6 – 7:15pm…
LIBRARY NEWS: What Should Your Child Read This Summer?
Several studies have documented a “summer slide” in reading skills once kids go on summer vacation.. and the loss compounds each year…
LIBRARY NEWS: Murder Mystery, Fairy Tale Theatre Tomorrow
Young readers aged 6-10 are invited to a Fairy Tale Theatre from 2 – 3:30pm when you can read and act out your favorite characters…
LIBRARY NEWS: Murder Mystery and Fairy Tale Theatre Set for Next Friday
Eighth graders and above are invited to solve a murder mystery from 11am – 2pm where everyone is a suspect…
LIBRARY NEWS: 19th Hole Concert Today; Pagosa Wetlands Talk Tomorrow
Your library foundation is one of the Pagosa nonprofits benefiting from the Pagosa Springs Golf Club’s 19th Hole music concerts this summer…
LIBRARY NEWS: New Free Summer Events for Teens and Kids Launch Next Week
“Adventure Begins at your Library!” is the theme of this year’s free all-ages Summer Reading Program…
LIBRARY NEWS: Summer Reading Program, Jane Austen Tribute Events Start Soon
‘Adventure Begins at your Library’ is the theme of this year’s free all-ages Summer Reading Program…
LIBRARY NEWS: Learn About Bagpipes, Tomorrow
You’ll learn about bagpipes, kilts and their history and you will be treated to a demonstration of bagpipe sounds as you explore the unique and beautiful music of this Scottish instrument…
LIBRARY NEWS: Backpacks Available for Free Checkout
With spring here and summer not too far away, we wanted to remind you that we have two backpacks available for free checkout that contain a state park pass, binoculars, a wildlife guide, a trees and wildlife guide…
LIBRARY NEWS: Lifelong Learning Lectures Continue This Month
The free spring Lifelong Learning Lecture series continues Thursday evenings through May 23…