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Mondays – Thursdays, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.Fridays – Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sundays, 1 – 5 p.m.

Registration required. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

Thursday, June 15, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Makerspace

Artfully craft your own Turkish-inspired glass mosaic lamp using glass tiles and electrical wiring tools. Recommended for adults and teens. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Tuesday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Makerspace

Use a combination of wire-wrapping and beading to create tree-like pendants (as big as a window decoration or as small as an earring). Recommended for adults and teens. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Monday, June 12, 4 – 5:30 p.m., Hondius Room and online

Life on Earth depends on arthropods: every arachnid, crustacean and insect plays a role. Learn about Colorado's arthropods from Naturalist Kevin Cook.

Wednesday, June 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Makerspace

Learn the basics about computers and the internet, and the true secret of being a computer guru (hint: it's about asking the right questions!).

Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Makerspace

Learn how to use the Library's Consumer Reports account to check reviews of big purchases like cars, electronics, insurance companies and more.

Thursday, June 15, 12 – 1 p.m., online

Hear from award-winning photographer Jamie Beck, who embarked on a one-year-turned-five-years trip to the south of France and documented her transformational journey in "An American in Provence." Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Saturday, June 10, 2 – 4:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Watch a few episodes of anime, the Japanese art of cartoons and animation. Recommended for ages 10 and up. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Tuesday, June 13, 10 – 11 a.m., Hondius RoomRepeated Thursday, June 15, 1 – 2 p.m., Hondius Room

Use a variety of Italian pasta noodles to create unique art. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Saturday, June 17, 2 – 3 p.m., Makerspacerepeated Thursday, June 22, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Makerspace

Create a wax rendering of the Eiffel Tower using melted crayons. Recommended for ages six and up. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Tuesday, June 20, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Hondius RoomRepeated Tuesday, June 20, 5 – 6 p.m., Hondius Room

Try your hand at making the perfect crepe! We’ll have ingredients on hand for savory and sweet varieties. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Saturday, June 24, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Book or movie—which did you like best? We’ll discuss the book, then watch the movie adaptation. Snacks and drinks provided. A "Wander the World" Summer Reading Program event.

Learn more at estesvalleylibrary.org

Baby Storytime: Thurs., Friday, and Sat. at 10 a.m.Preschoolers: Thurs., Friday, and Sat. at 10:30 a.m.Storybook Explorers: Saturday, June 10 at 11:15 a.m.Read to Therapy Dog "Annie": Wednesday, June 14 at 4:30 p.m.Read to Therapy Dog "Bo": Tuesday, June 20 at 10 a.m.Storytime at the EP Marina: Wednesday, June 21 at 10:30 a.m.Making Music with Nancy Bell: Wednesday, June 21 at 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 10, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

For ages 10 and up (participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

Saturday, June 17, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

For ages 10 and up (participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

Wednesday, June 14, 2 – 5 p.m.

One-on-one legal advice for library patrons who do not have a personal attorney. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled by calling 970-586-8116. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org/legalclinic.

Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the Post Office, is operated by the Friends of the Library Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies and music at discount prices. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Registration required. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

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