Upcoming Events & Notices
Lone Cone Library
We hope our patrons had a safe and happy Fourth of July! Summer is in full swing here at Lone Cone Library, and this month is packed with things to see and do.
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.
Light snacks provided. Join us for a creative Wednesday afternoon series — each session is a hands-on craft, no experience needed!
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.
Paint a mini canvas bag and take home your own custom creation — perfect for cosmetics, craft supplies, or gifting! Part of our Adult Summer Reading Program series.
🫙 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!
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.
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!
We've joined the AARP Library Pilot Program — bringing free guides, tools, and hands-on classes to help seniors, older adults, and their loved ones thrive at home. Free and open to the public.
Free to take home: The HomeFit Guide (room-by-room tips for a safer home), the Rural Livability Report (ideas to keep small towns thriving for all ages), and more free AARP guides & workbooks — yours to keep, no card needed.
Drop in or register — everyone welcome. Held at the Lone Cone Library. Call 970-327-4833 for more info.
🤝 Help Make This Possible — Join Friends of the Library
Friends of the Library is a volunteer-led group that supports Lone Cone Library through fundraising, advocacy, and community involvement. Their efforts help provide programs, events, resources, and special projects that benefit library users of all ages and strengthen our community.
What You Can Do:
Attend monthly meetings • Volunteer at events • Advocate
First Tuesday of Each Month • 6:00 PM
🎉 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.
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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