Community Calendar

El placer de leer es un programa de lectura en español diseñado para fomentar el disfrute de la literatura hispana y latinoamericana. A través de la lectura y el comentario de textos seleccionados, los participantes exploran la riqueza de autores que han marcado la literatura en nuestra lengua.

Este no es un curso de español, sino un espacio de conversación y análisis literario en el que se espera que los participantes tengan una alta comprensión lectora y fluidez conversacional en español. La coordinadora del programa sugiere las lecturas, eligiendo obras que despierten el interés y el debate, desde clásicos hasta escritores contemporáneos.

Las sesiones ofrecen un ambiente amigable y enriquecedor, donde cada lector aporta su visión y disfruta de la diversidad de interpretaciones que un buen libro puede generar.

The Pleasure of Reading with Angélica Breña

El Placer de Leer is a Spanish-language reading program designed to cultivate a love for literature by Hispanic and Latin American authors. Through reading and discussing selected texts, participants explore the richness of writers who have shaped literature in Spanish.

This is not a Spanish language class but rather a space for literary conversation and analysis, where participants are expected to have a high level of reading comprehension and conversational fluency in Spanish. The program coordinator suggests the readings, selecting works that spark interest and discussion, from classics to contemporary authors.

Sessions provide a friendly and enriching environment where each reader contributes their perspective and enjoys the diversity of interpretations that a good book can inspire.

Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art focused on re-directing conflict into harmony. Benefits include confidence, discipline, stress-relief, resilience, community-building and fitness. All levels practice together. We are affiliated with the United States Aikido Federation.

Appointment required before first class. Please contact us for information.

Want to test the waters before committing to a several-week class? Crave an evening out of the house? Interested in trying something new? This 2.5hr teen & adult one-day intro to wheel throwing is perfect for learning the basics and opening your eyes to the possibilities of clay. You will gain a better awareness of the process and craftsmanship that goes into ceramics. We will cover centering, opening, and pulling clay pieces on the potter's wheel. Because this is just a 2.5 hour introductory experience, the intention is to focus on process. You won't go home with any finished pieces, but you will have a great evening learning a new skill, getting dirty, and meeting new people. Careful! You might just leave wanting more…
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Come Dance to Live Drumming! All ages & levels welcome.
$20/class, cash preferred
(No class on 9/1 or 10/13.)

Gather to practice Insight Meditation together as a
community and hear the teachings of the Buddha.
The program includes a 30 minute meditation, a
short break and a Dharma talk.

Join yoga instructor Devika Gurung for movement and mindfulness at the library. Beginners welcome. Please bring your own mat.

Join us for a month-long scavenger hunt adventure through the library’s shelves, spaces, and hidden gems. Solve clues and discover books, resources, and surprises along the way. Whether you’re an elementary explorer or a high school sleuth, The Great Library Hunt is your chance to unlock mysteries, earn prizes, and become a true Library Legend! Stop by the front desk to pick up your hunt booklet and start your quest anytime this month. Each Tuesday, we'll have a new themed scavenger hunt booklet for pickup! Once you've finished, come to the front desk for a prize!

Acompáñanos en una aventura con un mes de duración: juegos de búsqueda a través de los estantes, espacios y joyas ocultas de la biblioteca. Encuentra pistas para resolver enigmas y descubre libros, recursos y sorpresas a lo largo del camino. Ya sea que disfrutes de la exploración y estés cursando la escuela elemental, o que gustes de la investigación y estudies a nivel de la escuela media superior, La Gran Búsqueda de la Biblioteca es tu oportunidad de resolver misterios, ganar premios, ¡y convertirte en una verdadera leyenda de la biblioteca! Visita el mostrador principal para obtener una libreta de búsqueda y comienza en cualquier momento este mes. ¡Todos los martes tendremos lista una nueva libreta de búsqueda con un tema específico para que puedas recogerla! Una vez que hayas completado la búsqueda, ¡ven al mostrador principal para obtener un premio!

"That Which Remains" by Agustina Mistretta is a poetic interpretation of the language of the mountains, capturing the transitional periods and the apparent changes in the landscape for the perspective of combining personal history, family and found archival material, and a personal obsession with her surrounding topography. Mountains have been a steady guiding force in her life path.

"Empyreal Odyssey" by mixed media artist Benjamin Eric explores the intersection of mythology and cosmology, drawing inspiration from ancient cultural stories and symbols regarding celestial phenomena and the human desire to connect to the divine. Recognizable imagery created through a combination of recycled wood, artifacts and various mediums are meant to be a new narrative as imagined by the artist.

Both shows are on display through September 25. The gallery is open weekdays 10am-5pm.

Raising a Reader- Aspen to Parachute invites you to our "Little Red Bag Club" for parents and their 0-5 year old children who are not enrolled in school. Join us for a weekly hour of story time, activities and snacks. These classes support brain development and social skills.

Raising a Reader- Aspen to Parachute te invita a nuestro club de Bolsitas Rojas, diseñado para padres de familia y peques entre los 0 y 5 años de edad que aún no estén inscritos en la escuela. Acompáñanos durante una hora semanal con cuentos, actividades y refrigerios. ¡Estas clases respaldan el desarrollo cerebral y las aptitudes sociales de los peques!

Sopris Lodge and HomeCare & Hospice of the Valley invite you to a six-part grief support series for those navigating the loss of a loved one. Held on the third Tuesday of each month in the Community Room at the Carbondale Branch Library, this series will feature a rotating lineup of compassionate speakers offering guidance, support and connection.

September's inaugural session will be led by Sean Jeung, a board-certified chaplain and certified grief counselor with over 20 years of experience at Hospice of the Valley and Valley View Hospital. Sean is a well-known expert and deeply respected in the Roaring Fork Valley.

Free and open to the public. RSVP at 970-678-0057 or soprislodge.com/events.