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Events in December 2019

  • - Art Class: Pastels
    Art Class: Pastels

    Art Class: Pastels


    December 3, 2019

    ICL Art Class is proud to have Mary Lynne Kennedy teaching a Pastel Class at our library every Tuesday morning at 10 am from Tuesday, November 5th to Tuesday, December 17th.

    There is not cost for this class, but participants will need to purchase their own supplies:

    • One 12" x 18" Gaterboard or stiff board of your choice to be used for mounting your paper.
    • One 9" x 12" UART 400 grit sanded paper (can be purchased at class by the sheet)
    • Hard pastels for underpainting and detail
    • Soft pastels
    • Paper towels, wet wipes, and/or cloth towels for wiping hands and cleaning work space
    • Tape
    • A pencil

    For any further questions you have please contact Mary Lynne Kennedy at 970-749-0622.

  • - Storytime
    Storytime

    Storytime


    December 4, 2019

    Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children!

  • - Writer's Group
    Writer's Group

    Writer's Group


    December 5, 2019

    Join in with a local group of writers at the ICL in order to share and/or improve your writing skills!

    The first meeting of every month will be focused on a specific writing technique and the second meeting will be more for writing and/or bringing in work to be shared and critiqued.

    Refreshments will be provided!

  • - Author Visit
    Author Visit

    Author Visit


    December 7, 2019

    The ICL will be visited by C. Joseph Greaves, author of the novel "Church of the Graveyard Saints" on Saturday, December, 7th at 10 am as a part of the Four Corners/One Book Program.

    Mr. Greaves will discuss his book with patrons who have read the novel, and even if you haven't read it you are welcome to attend and learn more!

    Hot refreshments and pastries will be provided!

  • - Late Open at 11 am, ICL Mystery Book Club
    Late Open at 11 am

    Late Open at 11 am


    December 9, 2019

    The ICL will open late at 11 am on Monday, December 9th. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

    ICL Mystery Book Club

    ICL Mystery Book Club


    December 9, 2019

    Do you love a good mystery? And talking about books? Join ICL’s Mystery Book Club!

    Join us for a lively discussion about the mystery book of the month. This month's book is "The Current" by Tim Johnston.

    *The library will provide lunch this month!

     

  • - Art Class: Pastels, Stuffed Animal Sleepover & Storytime
    Art Class: Pastels

    Art Class: Pastels


    December 10, 2019

    ICL Art Class is proud to have Mary Lynne Kennedy teaching a Pastel Class at our library every Tuesday morning at 10 am from Tuesday, November 5th to Tuesday, December 17th.

    There is not cost for this class, but participants will need to purchase their own supplies:

    • One 12" x 18" Gaterboard or stiff board of your choice to be used for mounting your paper.
    • One 9" x 12" UART 400 grit sanded paper (can be purchased at class by the sheet)
    • Hard pastels for underpainting and detail
    • Soft pastels
    • Paper towels, wet wipes, and/or cloth towels for wiping hands and cleaning work space
    • Tape
    • A pencil

    For any further questions you have please contact Mary Lynne Kennedy at 970-749-0622.

    Stuffed Animal Sleepover & Storytime

    Stuffed Animal Sleepover & Storytime


    December 10, 2019

    Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffed friend and listen to a story. Then, tuck your pal into bed and wish them sweet dreams. Who knows what adventures they will have overnight in the library!

    Come back Wednesday to pick up your friend. All stuffed participants will take home a photo memory book of their sleepover.

    If you are unable to attend the Storytime but would still like to participate you may drop off your stuffed animal anytime Tuesday, Dec. 10th.

  • - Storytime
    Storytime

    Storytime


    December 11, 2019

    Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children!

  • - County Commissioner Open Office Hours
    County Commissioner Open Office Hours

    County Commissioner Open Office Hours


    December 12, 2019

    La Plata County Commissioner Julie Westendorff will hold public office hours from 10 am to noon in the ICL Board Room. Community members are encouraged to stop by and share their ideas!

  • - Free Legal Clinic
    Free Legal Clinic

    Free Legal Clinic


    December 13, 2019

    The Ignacio Community Library offers four free 15 minute video conferences to seek legal advice from a legal professional the second Friday afternoon of every month. Please call on the first day of each month to reserve your space!

  • - Holiday Card Making Class
    Holiday Card Making Class

    Holiday Card Making Class


    December 14, 2019

    This card making class if for family members who had a photo session at the library or already have a digital file of family holiday photo.

    The class will demonstrate 2 different ways to incorporate your holiday photo into a greeting card or create an e-card to share with family and friends!

  • - The Book Sisters Book Club
    The Book Sisters Book Club

    The Book Sisters Book Club


    December 16, 2019

    An evening for women to let their hair down, make new friends and enjoy discovering a new book. This months featured book is "Like Water for Chocolate" by Laura Esquivel.

    There will also be a Christmas potluck!

  • - Art Class: Pastels
    Art Class: Pastels

    Art Class: Pastels


    December 17, 2019

    ICL Art Class is proud to have Mary Lynne Kennedy teaching a Pastel Class at our library every Tuesday morning at 10 am from Tuesday, November 5th to Tuesday, December 17th.

    There is not cost for this class, but participants will need to purchase their own supplies:

    • One 12" x 18" Gaterboard or stiff board of your choice to be used for mounting your paper.
    • One 9" x 12" UART 400 grit sanded paper (can be purchased at class by the sheet)
    • Hard pastels for underpainting and detail
    • Soft pastels
    • Paper towels, wet wipes, and/or cloth towels for wiping hands and cleaning work space
    • Tape
    • A pencil

    For any further questions you have please contact Mary Lynne Kennedy at 970-749-0622.

  • - Storytime, Make Your Own Stockings!
    Storytime

    Storytime


    December 18, 2019

    Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children!

    Make Your Own Stockings!

    Make Your Own Stockings!


    December 18, 2019

    Stop by the ICL to make your own holiday stockings! We will supply materials and refreshments!

  • - Author Visit, Writer's Group
    Author Visit

    Author Visit


    December 19, 2019

    On Thursday, Dec. 19th at 5 pm the ICL will be visited by Jo Patti, an American-born New Zealand citizen who has worked mostly as a contractor for the US in fields spanning education, health, research and training.

    Her job has taken her around the world, from helping educate women in countries living under Sharia law, to working with the Gumbaynggir Aboriginal communities in Australia.

    Jo is also the author of numerous books – including "Kismet", a book of poetry, and "Getting Time Off the X", a non-fiction book filled with stories of people Jo has met from all across the world.

    While at the ICL Jo will be doing readings from her books and hosting discussions about her practice of writing – as well as other life experiences that have shaped her as an author.
    Refreshments will be provided, and we hope to see you there!

    Writer's Group

    Writer's Group


    December 19, 2019

    Join in with a local group of writers at the ICL in order to share and/or improve your writing skills!

    The first meeting of every month will be focused on a specific writing technique and the second meeting will be more for writing and/or bringing in work to be shared and critiqued.

    Refreshments will be provided!

  • - 3D Printing the Holidays
    3D Printing the Holidays

    3D Printing the Holidays


    December 21, 2019

    Hitch up your sleigh, grab the relatives and come on down to the library to watch and learn how 3D printers create items, such as holiday ornaments, using additive manufacturing processes.

    Light snacks and beverages (including Hot Chocolate) will be provided.

  • - Library Closed
    Library Closed

    Library Closed

    All day
    December 24, 2019

    The library will be closed on Christmas Eve.

  • - Library Closed, Library Closed, Storytime
    Library Closed

    Library Closed

    All day
    December 25, 2019

    The library will be closed on Christmas Day.

    Library Closed

    Library Closed

    All day
    December 25, 2019

    The library will be closed on Christmas Day,

    Storytime

    Storytime


    December 25, 2019

    Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children!

  • - ICL Knitters Group
    ICL Knitters Group

    ICL Knitters Group


    December 26, 2019

    Join our lovely group of knitters for a beverage and a chat at 1:00 PM.

  • - Library Closed
    Library Closed

    Library Closed

    All day
    December 31, 2019

    The library will be closed on New Year's Eve.