Upcoming Events & Notices
Lone Cone Library
Summer has officially arrived — and Lone Cone Library is right there with it. The kids are out of school, the days are long, and this is exactly the time of year when the library becomes something more than a building. It becomes a place to land.
Whether you're looking for a good book, a fun program, a cool room, or just somewhere to be — we've got something for you this month. Read on and see what's coming up.
✊🏾 Honoring Juneteenth
Lone Cone Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth — a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and a day to reflect, celebrate, and honor that history.
We will reopen on Saturday, June 20th at our regular hours.
🎉 A Big Announcement from Our Library Family
We're excited to share some wonderful news with our library community!
Many of you already know Kerry — she first joined Lone Cone Library as our Office Manager, and from the start she brought steadiness, kindness, and a willingness to jump in wherever she was needed. Her thoughtful leadership naturally led her into the role of Assistant Library Director, where she continued to support our staff, patrons, and programs with clarity and care.
Today, we're happy to announce that Kerry has officially stepped into the role of Library Director!
Kerry brings a grounded, people-first approach to everything she does. Whether she's helping a patron, backing up a staff member, or tackling the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the library running, she shows a genuine commitment to this place and the community it serves.
We're grateful for the heart and hard work she's already invested in Lone Cone Library, and we're looking forward to what we'll build together in the years ahead.
Lone Cone Library invites community members to share feedback, ideas, and hopes for how we can better support accessibility needs — with a focus on community members who are hard of hearing or deaf.
All feedback is encouraged, including people with lived experience, family members, caregivers, educators, service providers, advocates, and anyone interested in accessibility.
Need accommodations to participate? Call us at 970-327-4833 — we are happy to help.
Can't make it but want to share feedback? Email evan@loneconelibrary.org. More conversations are planned — check back for future dates!
Light snacks provided. Join us for a creative Wednesday afternoon series — each session is a hands-on craft, no experience needed!
June 24 — Painted Rocks for Your Garden. All materials provided (feel free to bring your own rocks too!). We'll use acrylic paints to create colorful designs.
July 8 — Painting on Small Canvas Bags. We supply the bag — you bring the creativity. Stencils, paintbrushes, and paint provided.
July 22 — Glittering Hanging Beads & Prism Decor. Make a sparkling hanging decoration for your garden or window. Materials provided.
📚 Book Bingo — Pick up your bingo card at the front desk and read your way to prizes! Every bingo earns a small reward, and a full blackout gets you a special surprise.
🫙 How Many Are in the Jar?
Think you've got a good eye? Stop by the library, take a look at the jar, and make your best guess! The patron who comes closest to the correct number wins a prize.
To enter: Visit us at the front desk, write down your name and your guess, and drop it in the entry box. One entry per person. Winner announced when the contest closes!
Stop In & Make Your Guess!
📸 What We've Been Up To — Experimenting with Papermaking
On June 10th, our Adult Summer Reading group got their hands dirty — literally — experimenting with papermaking! Pulp, screens, water, and a whole lot of creativity. It was a great time, and the results were beautiful.
Click here to see the photos →
If this looks like your kind of afternoon, come join us for the next session — Tuesday, June 24th at 3:30 PM we're painting rocks for your garden. All materials provided, no experience needed. Just show up!
Fridays This Summer • 12:00–2:00 PM
Our 2026 Summer Reading Program is underway! This year's theme is Plant a Seed, Unearth a Story — every Friday this summer from noon to 2:00 PM, full of reading, activities, and growing adventures.
Please note — because we'll be closed on Friday, June 19th for Juneteenth, this week's Summer Reading Program will be held on Thursday, June 18th at 12:00 PM instead. Same fun, just a day early!
Registration is now closed, but if you have questions or would like to see if we can work something out, give us a call at 970-327-4833 — we're happy to chat.
Drop in every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for Tech Time with Evan. Questions about your devices, need help with software, or just want to explore something new — Evan's got you.
Every first Thursday of the month at 3:00 PM. Writing is for other people — journaling is for you. Come as you are, write what you need, no experience necessary.
A drop-in hangout for tweens every Thursday. Board games, chill activities, a safe inclusive come-as-you-are space. No sign-up needed.
Bring your little ones every Friday at 10:30 AM for Littles Storytime! We'll share great books, sing songs together, and make fun crafts. A cozy weekly tradition for the youngest library lovers.
Don't forget — every Friday we have Free Lunch Friday! Starting at 11:00 AM, until supplies last. Any kid under 18 can come grab a free sack lunch. No questions asked, no income requirements. Just show up!
Norwood's History — Right at the Front Desk
Stop by the front desk this month to explore local history through historic newspapers — including The Norwood Post, The Telluride Journal, and The Nucla Independent. You might be surprised what was making headlines in San Miguel County a hundred years ago.
Explore more at coloradohistoricnewspapers.org →
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