If you like surprises, try this: Throughout the month of February, you are invited to “go on a blind date with a book” by visiting a special display of wrapped books…
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: T-Shirt Design Contest Deadline Looms
The Sisson Library is looking for creative help in designing a t-shirt for this year’s Summer Reading Program, with February 18 the deadline for submissions. The theme is “Oceans of Possibilities.” Pick up a flyer at the library or go online to our website at https://pagosalibrary.org for details. The winner will receive a free t-shirt READ MORE
LIBRARY NEWS: Your Library Flourishes Through COVID
Of course, 2021 was not a normal year. For a second year COVID-19 required organizations to be nimble, flexible and adaptive as various mandates, recommendations and restrictions were enacted…
LIBRARY NEWS: Support for Your New Year’s Resolutions
In addition, of course, we have physical items with useful information about nutritional diets, exercise programs, wellness, languages, computers, business, home and auto repair, parenting and so much more…
LIBRARY NEWS: Encouraging Kids to ‘Read for Fun’
How can parents help overcome this concerning situation? The report highlighted the importance of “reading role models…”
LIBRARY NEWS: T-Shirt Design Contest Open for Submissions
We’re looking for creative help in designing a t-shirt for this year’s Summer Reading Program. The theme will be “Oceans of Possibilities…”
LIBRARY NEWS: Happy Holidays to You and Your Loved Ones
We hope your celebrations are able to return to fun festive occasions, and we wish you and your loved ones a safe, healthy and happy 2022 as well…
LIBRARY NEWS: Hot Chocolate, Public Health Session Today
The hot chocolate is ready, so we hope you’ll come to your library today, Thursday, December 16, from 4-6 p.m. to celebrate winter with us…
LIBRARY NEWS: Dr. Ruth Lambert to Present ‘Pagosa Cemetery’ Research on Saturday
During the summer of 2021, the Town of Pagosa Springs partnered with volunteers from the Archuleta County Genealogical Society and a team of archaeologists…
LIBRARY NEWS: Holiday-Themed Books, for Your Reading Pleasure
“Christmas in Peachtree Bluff” by Kristy Woodson Harvey features three generations of women who come together when a hurricane threatens to destroy the holiday season…
LIBRARY NEWS: More Free SJBPH Sessions
We are thankful for the many volunteers who work every day to help us maintain the collection; shelve returned books, CDs and DVDs…
LIBRARY NEWS: Health Sessions, Online Resources, Making Ornaments
Today, Thursday, November 18, representatives from San Juan Basin Public Health will be at the library from noon-1pm to discuss health insurance and care coordination…
LIBRARY NEWS: Several Health-related Events Coming Your Way
Tomorrow, Friday, November 12, and again on November 19 from 1:30 – 2:15pm you are invited to come to the library for a free visit with a certified therapy dog…
LIBRARY NEWS: Books Can Be Popular Companions for Kids
Also today, Thursday, November 4, representatives from San Juan Basin Public Health will be at the library from noon-1pm to discuss health insurance…
LIBRARY NEWS: Halloween Party Tomorrow; Health Insurance Sessions
On November 4, representatives from San Juan Basin Public Health will be at the library from noon-1pm to discuss health insurance and care coordination and to answer your questions…
LIBRARY NEWS: Fun and Free Halloween Activities at Your Library
Our in-person annual pumpkin decorating contest and Halloween party takes place on Friday, October 29 from 2-4pm…