Community Calendar

CMC has partnered with the Aspen Historical Society to host this free exhibit of Ute Traditions and Culture. Campus is open Mon-Thurs 8:30am-7:00pm and Fridays 8:30am-4pm.

We are excited to invite families to our early literacy story times. Designed for all ages, we will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes in the Community Room. Sitting still is not a requirement for storytime. Young children can reap the benefits of storytelling and songs even while wandering. Give it a try. We would love to see you!

Con gran emoción deseamos invitar a todas las familias a nuestra hora de cuentos para respaldar la alfabetización temprana, creada para peques de todas las edades y presentada en nuestra Sala Comunitaria. Disfrutaremos de historias, canciones y juegos que combinan las rimas con el movimiento. La capacidad de permanecer inmóviles no es una expectativa para la hora de los cuentos, puesto que los beneficios de la narrativa y la música siguen siendo de gran beneficio incluso para peques que prefieren explorar mientras escuchan. Ven a conocer el programa. ¡Nos encantaría verte! El programa será facilitado en inglés.

Roaring Fork Insight Meditation meets for meditation and community discussion every Wednesday at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Basalt from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, one-hour online Zoom meditations are held from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. All are welcome.

High Rockies Harm Reduction provides free overdose prevention materials, education and support, including Narcan and fentanyl test strips, syringe disposal, hygiene supplies, peer support and more EVERY Wednesday in the West Glenwood Mall Parking Lot from 12 PM - 2 PM

Come hang out at the Teen Café on early release Wednesdays. Middle and high schoolers can play the Switch, create art, eat snacks, enjoy coffee, or work on homework. Feel free to hang out for a while or come and go as you please. Must be in Grades 5+ to enter the Teen Café.

Ven a pasar un buen rato en el Teen Café los miércoles de salida temprana. Adolescentes cursando las escuelas media y media superior pueden venir a jugar con el Switch, crear arte, tomar bocadillos, beber un café o hacer sus tareas escolares. Siéntete en la libertad de quedarte por un rato o de entrar y salir cuando gustes. Debes cursar del 5º grado en adelante para poder entrar al Teen Café.

This afterschool program is for kids ages 5 to 11 years old. Meet on the Children's side of the library to participate in a variety of activities such as games, crafts, art, Legos and more!

Este programa extracurricular es para niñ@s de 5 a 11 años de edad. Nos reuniremos en la sección infantil de la biblioteca para participar en una variedad de actividades, incluyendo juegos, arte y manualidades, construcción con Legos, ¡y más! El programa será facilitado en inglés.

After-school classes are a fun and welcoming space where elementary students can explore their creativity and imagination. Students will experiment with drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media while learning basic art skills through hands-on projects and playful exploration. Emphasis is placed on creativity, curiosity, and self-expression rather than perfection, helping young artists build confidence and enjoy the process of making art. In a supportive and encouraging environment, students will make new friends, try new materials, and discover the joy of creating something uniquely their own.

Please email holly@theartbase.org with any questions.

Be the author of your last chapter! Regardless of your age, health, or lifestyle, creating a practical plan of action for the end of life will bring you peace of mind and be an invaluable gift to your loved ones. In this course, we will bring light to the legal and financial tasks and compassion to the physical and emotional challenges that we all face. In Session 1, you will be given a folder containing essential paperwork. In Session 3, we will offer assistance to complete it. Registration is required.

May 13th: Session 1 | Why and How We Must Plan Legal and Financial Guidance Patty Fox and Teresa Hall | Ken Ransford PC, Estate Planner
May 20th: Session 2 | Choices for End of Life Care Steve Ayers, DO, Pitkin County Coroner, Retired Shane Lieberman, MD, Palliative Care Physician, Valley View Hospital
May 27th: Session 3 | Hands-On Workshop Matthew Trinidad, Alpine Legal Services and Volunteers
¡Sé la persona que redactará tu último capítulo! Independientemente de tu edad, estado de salud o estilo de vida, crear un plan de acción práctico para el fin de tu vida te otorgará paz mental y será un regalo invaluable para tus seres queridos. En este curso ilustraremos las tareas legales y financieras necesarias, en un ambiente compasivo y de respaldo ante los desafíos físicos y emocionales que todos enfrentamos. En la sesión 1 recibirás un folder con documentos esenciales. En la sesión 3 te ofreceremos asistencia para poder completarlos. Se requiere una inscripción previa para participar.

Mayo 13: Sesión 1 | Cómo y por qué es necesario planear. Guía legal y financiera ofrecida por Patty Fox y Teresa Hall | Ken Ransford PC, Planificador de bienes raíces.
Mayo 20: Sesión 2 | Opciones para los cuidados al final de la vida. Steve Ayers, DO (doctor en medicina osteopática), Pitkin County Coroner (médico forense); Shane Lieberman, MD (doctor en medicina general), Palliative Care Physician (doctor de cuidados paliativos), Valley View Hospital.
Mayo 27: Sesión 3 | Taller práctico ofrecido por Matthew Trinidad, Alpine Legal Services y voluntarios.

This month's Book Talk Features 100 Poems That Matter by The Academy of American Poets.

A moving, thought-provoking, and emotional anthology of classical and contemporary poems that invites us to celebrate poetry’s power to capture the truths that really matter. 100 Poems That Matter examines universal themes of love, loss, and the experiences that define us. At turns moving, thoughtful, and thrilling, 100 Poems That Matter feeds into the connections we all have to poetry and encourages us to bring a deeper sense of honesty into our lives.

Join us to discuss themes, questions, and what resonated with you during a discussion facilitated by Mary Fox. If you plan to attend, please come to the circulation desk for a free copy (while supplies last).

La Conversación Literaria de este mes presenta “100 Poems That Matter” (100 poemas que importan), una obra compilada por La Academia de Poetas Americanos.

Una antología conmovedora, reflexiva y emotiva de poemas clásicos y contemporáneos, la cual nos invita a celebrar el poder de la poesía para capturar las verdades que realmente importan. “100 poemas que importan” examina temas universales como el amor, la pérdida y las experiencias que nos definen. Oscilando entre lo emotivo, lo profundo y lo apasionante, esta obra se extiende a través de los vínculos que toda persona tiene con la poesía y nos exhorta a integrar un sentido más profundo de la honestidad a nuestras vidas.

Acompáñanos para discutir los temas que surjan, responder a las interrogantes, y compartir lo que ha resonado contigo en una discusión facilitada por Mary Fox. Si planeas asistir, por favor visita el mostrador de circulación para recibir un ejemplar gratis (disponibles hasta agotar existencias).

Our federalist system often requires that the different levels of government cooperate on policy. This lecture will look at the structure and interactivity of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies. Offered tuition fee to the community with the support of the CMC Center for Civics Education and Engagement. Please pre-register to save your spot.